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Africa

May 29, 2026

ECA seeks urgent financing for Africa’s water, sanitation sector

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa has called for urgent action to close Africa’s huge financing gap in water and sanitation investments.

May 28, 2026

16 students killed, others injured in Kenya school fire

The minister expressed heartfelt condolences to the families, friends and relatives of the students.

KENYAN POLICE
May 28, 2026

Nigeria partners AfDB on aviation infrastructure, fleet modernisation

Mr Keyamo said the agreement marked a significant step toward improving the competitiveness of African airlines and expanding aviation capacity across the continent.

AfDB
May 28, 2026

Ebola Outbreak: Thailand becomes first country to mandate 21-day quarantine for travellers arriving from DR Congo, Uganda

The DDC also mandated that travellers coming from both territories should be allowed to enter Thailand only via Suvarnabhumi Airport.

May 28, 2026

WHO chief urges ceasefire in DRC to curb Ebola outbreak

The WHO chief said early supportive care in the treatment centers could make a real difference while there is no cure for the virus.

WHO
May 28, 2026

CPJ hails president’s pardon of Senegalese journalist after eight years in prison

Mr Bassène was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment, but on Wednesday, President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye granted him a pardon.

René Capain Bassène, CPJ
May 27, 2026

1,000 suspected Ebola cases, 220 deaths recorded in DRC: WHO

Mr Ghebreyesus said. “People weakened by hunger are far more vulnerable to infections.”

WHO health workers in protective gear .
May 27, 2026

Africa Day: Diplomats call for implementation of AU framework

The African School of Diplomacy and International Relations says there is a need for effective implementation of the AU integration frameworks to advance regional growth.

AU leaders
May 27, 2026

Ebola Outbreak: ICAO urges airlines to stick to safety measures

The International Civil Aviation Organisation has urged governments and airlines to closely follow guidelines put in place after the COVID-19 pandemic.

International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO)
May 26, 2026

12 of world’s top 20 fastest-growing economies in Africa, says AfDB president

The AfDB president called for deeper financial reforms to reduce reliance on external aid and strengthen Africa’s economic sovereignty.

Sidi Ould Tah