Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Africa

April 28, 2026

UN decries South Africans’ xenophobic attacks against Nigerians, other foreigners

“Violence, vigilantism and all forms of incitement to hatred have no place in an inclusive, democratic society governed by the rule of law…,” the UN said.

Xenophobic attack in South Africa
April 27, 2026

Ramaphosa warns South Africans against attacking foreigners

The president reminded South Africans of the debt the country owed to the rest of the continent.

South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa
April 27, 2026

South Africa withdraws draft artificial intelligence policy over fake AI-generated references

The minister said the discovery undermined the policy’s integrity and credibility.

Cyril Ramaphosa
April 27, 2026

DR Congo to establish paramilitary unit for mining security

The unit would be responsible for ensuring security across the entire mineral exploitation chain.

DRC President
April 27, 2026

14 killed in South Sudan plane crash

Preliminary findings suggest the aircraft may have crashed due to poor visibility.

South Sudan plane crash wreckage
April 27, 2026

42 people killed in Chad amid dispute over well

No fewer than 42 people have been killed and 10 others wounded in Chad amid an escalating conflict resulting from a well dispute, authorities say.

Body bags
April 26, 2026

Mali govt confirms defence minister, mosque worshippers killed in terrorist attack 

The government said Mr Camara engaged in an exchange of fire with the assailants, some of whom he managed to kill.

Mali
April 26, 2026

Brou leads Nigeria to African senior fencing championships in Abidjan

Brou continues to build his reputation as a rising star on the international stage and regularly competing in FIE World Cup events.

Inkosi Brou
April 26, 2026

Vaccines prevent 1.8 million deaths annually in Africa, says WHO

The WHO noted that Malaria vaccines were now being introduced in 25 countries.

Polio vaccination
April 26, 2026

Rapid tech, global shifts demand urgent action from African governments: ECA

He said Africa risked missing out on emerging opportunities if it failed to act decisively.

Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)