Olympian Cheptegei dies after being set alight by ex-boyfriend
Local reports suggest the attack may have been linked to a dispute over land. Kenyan authorities have launched an investigation
South Africa starts exhuming apartheid-era fighters’ remains in Zambia
26 opponents of apartheid died while seeking shelter in one of South Africa’s northern neighbors, and their remains are set for repatriation
Floods kill over 270, impact 700,000 in Niger
94,783 households affected, 73,582 houses collapsed, say authorities
National Theatre: Iconic Lagos arts hub
The National Theatre continues to be a home for both traditional and contemporary art forms
Centuries-old mosque in Niger wiped out by flooding
Torrential rains in Niger have destroyed a centuries-old mosque, a symbol of the country’s second city, Zinder.
Power crisis cripples Malawi, hospitals affected
A nationwide blackout has hit Malawi, leaving hospitals and other essential services crippled.
Kenya’s Maasai turn to fish for survival
Fish farming offers a promising alternative as livestock losses mount.
Guinea confirms first case of mpox amid regional surge
Guinea becomes the latest country to report a case of mpox, raising concerns about the virus’s spread in West Africa.
Burkina Faso drops ECOWAS logo from new passports
The departure occurs as Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali continue to confront insurgencies by groups affiliated with al Qaeda and the Islamic State
19 al-Shabaab militants killed in Somalia airstrikes
Operation conducted by army in regions of Galgadud and Middle Shabelle
Death toll in Nigeria’s Boko Haram attack tops 100
The attack, which targeted a village in Yobe state, has left dozens dead and many more injured.
Egypt’s Eva Pharma to manufacture Eli Lilly’s arthritis drug
Eli Lilly and Eva Pharma partner to expand access to Olumiant, a rheumatoid arthritis treatment, in Africa.
Beijing Summit to highlight China-Africa resource partnerships
3-day Forum on China-Africa Cooperation to begin Wednesday
Congo to receive first mpox vaccine doses as outbreak continues
Congo is currently at the center of a significant mpox outbreak, which the World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared a global public health emergency
From lighthouse to fortress: Alexandria’s Qaitbay Citadel
The Qaitbay Citadel remains a popular landmark, attracting tourists and history enthusiasts
Algerians show little enthusiasm for presidential election
As Algeria heads into its presidential election, widespread voter apathy and economic troubles overshadow the campaign.
Aspen pharmacare eyes to produce mpox vaccines
The drugmaker is in talks with potential partners to establish manufacturing capabilities.
Botswana gears up for October 30 elections
Botswana’s general elections set for October 30 as President Masisi seeks another term and faces challenges from opposition.
Mass wildlife culling underway in Namibia to address drought
Namibia’s government has initiated a controversial wildlife cull to address the drought and food insecurity crisis.
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine shot and seriously injured
Ugandan police spokesperson Patrick Onyango did not immediately respond to a request for comment from media
Failed DR Congo jailbreak: 129 dead
An attempted jailbreak at Makala prison in DR Congo left 129 people dead, with reports of women being raped and many wounded.
Nigeria issues arrest warrant for British citizen linked to protests
The arrest warrant was issued against British national Andrew Martin Wynne, along with Nigerians Lucky Elis Obiyari and Abdullahi Musa
Victims’ families accuse Burkina junta of neglect in deadly attack
A deadly massacre in Burkina Faso has sparked outrage against the ruling junta, with victims’ families accusing authorities of neglect and silence.
Boko Haram suspected in deadly attack that kills at least 37 in Nigeria
Local resident Modu Mohammed reported that several villagers remain unaccounted for, estimating the death toll could exceed 100
