Among dead include Dutch passenger, says local government official

More than 10 others also wounded in attack on the busy Mogadishu-Afgoye highway

IOM says it will use funds to promote awareness-raising activities among migrant, IDP, and host communities to strengthen cross-border coordination in response to the disease 

Among those who escaped was Collins Jumaisi, who had been arrested last month in connection with the murders of at least six women

Africa is positioning itself as a global leader in the transition to a low-carbon economy

A deadly boat accident on the Lukeni River in Congo claimed the lives of 20 people and left hundreds missing.

Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye continues repressive tactics despite early hopes for change, with Amnesty International noting persistent human rights abuses.

Heavy rains in southern Ethiopia have caused the Omo River to overflow, displacing thousands of people and damaging agricultural fields and livestock.

Mpox, which causes pus-filled lesions and flu-like symptoms, is typically mild but can be fatal

As a significant producer of cannabis, Morocco has permitted the cultivation, export, and medicinal or industrial use of the drug since 2021

Collins Jumaisi, who was arrested last month, is suspected of being connected to the discovery of at least six bodies

The continent is poised to play an increasingly significant role in the global economy

A speeding bus collided head-on with a truck in Uganda, resulting in the deaths of eight people and injuries to 37 others.

Thungela Resources CEO expects South Africa’s coal exports to recover from next year as rail transportation challenges improve.

Four men appeared in a Tanzanian court accused of gang rape after a video of the attack sparked nationwide outrage.

Malawi secures $11.2 million insurance payout to address the devastating impact of the El Nino-linked drought.

The Japanese health ministry is working closely with the WHO and other international partners to expedite the delivery of these critical supplies

Egypt and the US have successfully restored the historic Bimaristan al-Muayyad Sheikh hospital in Cairo.

Kenyan taxi drivers are defying ride-hailing companies like Uber and Bolt by setting their own higher fares due to unsustainable prices and rising living costs.

Conflict, poverty, and lack of access to nutritious food are driving the issue.

Ethiopia is grappling with a severe debt crisis, seeking relief through restructuring.

Drivers have developed collective tactics, including using a walkie-talkie app, Zello, to set consistent higher fares and posting printed fare charts inside their vehicles

The collective efforts of the African diaspora reflect a powerful narrative of hope

South Sudan is a dangerous place for aid workers, with numerous attacks hindering humanitarian efforts amid a worsening crisis.