12 Nov
Kenya discharges last Ebola patient
Kenyan authorities have discharged the last remaining Ebola patient, beginning a 42-day countdown to declaring the country virus-free.
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11 Nov
DR Congo: Over 11,000 Ebola cases; Kenya discharges last patient
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo report thousands of Ebola deaths, while Kenya marks a milestone toward being declared virus-free.
10 Nov
Lindian secures 30Kt per annum Malawian rare earths offtake
Mining firm Lindian has signed an agreement to supply 30,000 tons of monazite ore from Malawi to a refinery annually.
9 Nov
Senegal: Dozens killed in migrant boat shipwreck
At least 34 people have died after a migrant boat sank off the coast of Senegal while en route to the Canary Islands.
8 Nov
South Africa: Ruling party suffers setback in municipal elections
The African National Congress (ANC) has suffered a defeat in municipal elections, setting the stage for difficult coalition negotiations.
6 Nov
Kenya: Cult leader convicted of murdering 191 people
Paul Mackenzie was sentenced to life in prison after causing the deaths of approximately 190 children and one other person in his doomsday cult.
6 Nov
Energy crisis in Nigeria: Sharp drop in power supply
A shortage of natural gas combined with falling water levels has led to severe disruptions in the country's power supply.
5 Nov
Nigeria: Court Nullifies Atiku Abubakar's Candidacy
A federal court has invalidated the ADC party's leadership and Atiku Abubakar's presidential candidacy, prompting an angry response from the party.
2 Nov
Trump Announces Termination of South Africa from AGOA
US President Donald Trump has announced the termination of South Africa's participation in the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
31 Oct
Ethiopia: Prime Minister Sends Cabinet Ministers to Military Training
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed sent his cabinet ministers to military training, arguing that military discipline can make them better leaders.
31 Oct
More Than 5,000 Dead in DR Congo's Deadliest Ebola Outbreak
Health ministry data shows over 10,000 infected as cases spread to other African nations.
31 Oct
Fintech Firm OPay Cancels $304M US IPO Amid Regulatory Inquiry
The SoftBank-backed African fintech giant has scrapped its US public listing following a regulatory probe.
31 Oct
US Companies Move into Kenya's Rare Earths Race as Chinese Firms Exit
American firms are stepping up efforts at Kenya's Mrima Hill as Chinese companies quietly withdraw from the rare earths race, The Kenya Times and The China-Global South Project reported.
25 Oct
Kenya: 22 Killed in Deadly Bus Crash
Twenty-two people have died in a deadly bus crash in Kenya near the site of a previous fatal accident.
23 Oct
High-Rise Building Collapses in Nairobi, Fearing Many Trapped
A building over ten stories high collapsed in the Kenyan capital, with rescue teams operating at the scene to search for people trapped under the rubble.
22 Oct
WHO: Ebola Outbreak in Africa Grows 'Complex' as Virus Reaches Nigeria
The World Health Organization warned that the spread of Ebola to Nigeria has created a more complex outbreak landscape across the continent.
22 Oct
Two European Women Freed After 18 Months in Captivity in Niger
An Austrian and a Swiss national have been freed after approximately 18 months of captivity in Niger and have arrived in Benghazi, Libya.
21 Oct
Nigeria Reports First Ebola Case in Over a Decade
A woman tested positive for Ebola in Abuja, making Nigeria the fifth country affected by the spread from Congo.
20 Oct
Nigeria: Afenifere Leader Reuben Fasoranti Dies at 100
Reuben Fasoranti, leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation Afenifere, has died at 100, drawing tributes from President Tinubu.
20 Oct
Kenya: Second Shipment of Equipment Delivered for Dangote Refinery in Lamu
A second vessel has delivered machinery for Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote's $16 billion refinery project in Kenya.
20 Oct
Kenya: Doomsday Preacher Convicted of Murdering 190 Children by Starvation
A Kenyan court has convicted cult leader Paul Mackenzie and 28 followers of mass murder after urging congregants to starve their children to death to meet Jesus.
19 Oct
Kenyan AI Startups Win Meta Pitchathon and Head to Istanbul
Kenyan artificial intelligence startups secured funding in Meta's pitchathon and are set to travel to Istanbul.
19 Oct
Kenya Confirms Eighth Ebola Case, No Community Spread Detected Yet
Health authorities in Kenya have confirmed an eighth case of Ebola as the country maintains a heightened alert over the regional outbreak originating in Congo.
18 Oct
Kenya Reports Ebola Cases, Including Healthcare Workers and One Death
Ebola infections have been confirmed in Kenya, with cases reported among healthcare personnel and at least one fatality.
17 Oct
Thousands Protest in Tunisia Against President Saied in 'Biggest Rally in Years'
Thousands demonstrated in Tunisia on Saturday against President Kais Saied and deteriorating economic conditions, in what was described as the largest protest in years.
13 Oct
Former Nigerian President Obasanjo Backs Review of Oil Revenue Sharing
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has voiced support for increasing the Niger Delta's share of oil revenues amid ongoing scrutiny over local fund management.
12 Oct
Nigeria's Dangote Refinery Extends IPO
Dangote oil refinery is extending its initial public offering, reportedly to allow investors from additional countries to participate.
12 Oct
Death Toll in Djibouti Migrant Shipwreck Rises to 139
Most passengers had fled renewed conflict in Ethiopia bound for Gulf states, with dozens still missing and victims buried in unidentified mass graves.
11 Oct
At Least 109 Migrants Dead and Over 116 Missing in Shipwreck off Djibouti Coast
At least 109 migrants, including 15 children, died and over 116 are missing after a boat carrying roughly 350 people capsized en route to Yemen.
10 Oct
Fears of Wider War as Clashes Erupt Between Ethiopia and Eritrea
Ethiopia claims it must defend itself against an all-out invasion by Eritrea, as drone strikes are reported in northern Ethiopia.
9 Oct
Ethiopia Tells UN Security Council It Must Defend Itself Against Eritrea
Ethiopia has told the UN Security Council that it has no choice but to defend itself against Eritrea, Anadolu and UA.NEWS reported.
7 Oct
Chad: New Advisers Appointed to Presidential Office
Chad's presidency has announced the appointment of new senior advisers, including the former justice minister.
7 Oct
Conflicting Reports on Namibia Arrest of Mali and Liel Yahalomi
While The Jerusalem Post reported the arrest of Mali and Liel Yahalomi in Namibia, Behadrey Haredim reported that Iranian women were mistakenly identified as them.
6 Oct
Kenya Confirms First-Ever Ebola Case as Patient Dies
Kenya has recorded its first confirmed case of Ebola, with reports indicating a man died from the disease.
6 Oct
Nigeria Declares Three Days of Mourning After Military Crash Kills 32
President Bola Tinubu described the military aircraft crash as a painful moment for the armed forces and the nation.
5 Oct
Military Helicopter Crashes in Nigeria with 32 Aboard
A military helicopter carrying 32 people crashed in Nigeria's Ondo State, with search and rescue operations underway.
5 Oct
Ethiopia's Regional Rivals Urge Peaceful Solutions to Disputes at Egypt Summit
Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia, and Sudan called for the peaceful resolution of regional disputes following a summit in Egypt.
4 Oct
Ethiopian Rebel Forces Withdraw from Tigray Regional Capital
Opposition fighters in northern Ethiopia have pulled back from the regional capital of Tigray, according to foreign media reports.
3 Oct
Ethiopia: Pro-Government Forces Retake Airport in Tigray Capital
Forces allied with the Ethiopian government have made significant advances against rebels in Mekelle, the regional capital of Tigray.
30 Sept
Kenya Breaks Ground on $16B Dangote Oil Refinery
African leaders have welcomed the start of construction on a major $16 billion Dangote oil refinery in Kenya.