DR Congo’s mystery disease confirmed as severe malaria
DR Congo’s health ministry has confirmed that a recent outbreak of an unknown disease in the southwestern Kwango province is a severe form of malaria.
Kenyan man sentenced to 50 years for murder of LGBTQ activist
Kiptoo, whose death in early 2023 shocked Kenya’s LGBTQ community, was found dead in a metal box in Eldoret, a city in the country’s west
Nigerian authorities arrest 800 in crypto-romance scam bust
The suspects, including 148 Chinese and 40 Filipino nationals, were detained during a December 10 raid on the seven-storey Big Leaf Building
Sensitive data leak follows ransomware attack on telecom Namibia
The hackers reportedly stole nearly 500,000 records containing personal and financial information from ministries, senior officials, and other clients
Hippos cause more human deaths in Africa than elephants or lions
While hippos may look like harmless creatures, their territorial make them one of the most formidable animals
Week of mourning declared in Comoros after deadly cyclone
Cyclone Chido has had a devastating impact on Mayotte, a French island territory, with fears of hundreds of deaths, especially among the Comoran population living in vulnerable shantytowns.
UN appeals for $1.42b to assist millions in Somalia
The UN warns that drought, conflict, and climate change pose significant risks to the country’s population.
Barrick gold faces crisis over Mali mining dispute
The company has faced significant challenges, including the arrest of its employees and an arrest warrant for its CEO.
WTO sets date for 2026 ministerial conference in Cameroon
The decision comes as the WTO faces challenges in concluding negotiations and amidst a potential resurgence of trade tensions.
Bigger than big: The Sahara desert keeps expanding
The Sahara is more than a desert; it is a symbol of the planet’s ever-changing landscapes
Cameroon calls for urgent action to save Central Africa’s economy
The six nations sharing a common currency are struggling to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and other global shocks, facing issues such as declining oil production, civil conflicts, and heavy debt burdens.
Ramaphosa calls for dialogue on South Africa divisions
He announced plans for a national dialogue next year to address deep-rooted social and economic issues and shape the country’s future.
M23 rebels gain ground in DR Congo as peace talks collapse
Fighting has resumed in eastern DR Congo between the Congolese army and M23 rebels, despite a recent attempt at a peace summit.
Congo-Rwanda peace talks in Angola called off amid stalemate
The meeting, part of long-standing efforts to reduce tensions between the neighbors, was expected to yield a peace deal to de-escalate the nearly three-year conflict
Cyclone Chido leaves Mayotte in ruins as rescuers search for survivors
With winds exceeding 200 kph (124 mph), Chido leveled homes, ripped apart communities, and knocked out power, water, and communication networks across Mayotte
Ugandan court orders government to compensate LRA victims
Each victim is entitled to 10 million Ugandan shillings ($2,740) after the court ruled that Kwoyelo, sentenced in October to 40 years in prison
At least 20 dead in Nigeria boat accident
11 others rescued, taken to hospital
Côte d’Ivoire leads global cocoa production
As global demand for chocolate rises, Africa’s role in the cocoa industry remains critical
Cyclone Chido: Hundreds, possibly thousands, feared dead in Mayotte
An eyewitness reported widespread internet outages, leaving residents struggling to contact emergency services
ECOWAS summit begins in Abuja as Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger boycott
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who currently chairs ECOWAS, is presiding over the meeting
Libya declares force majeure on Zawiya Refinery amid armed clashes
Located in western Libya, the Zawiya Refinery processes crude oil from the Sharara field, one of the country’s largest
Russian cargo plane heads to Libya from Syria; more flights expected
The official added that further Russian flights from the coastal airbase are anticipated in the coming days
Nigerian pastor denies deportation, rejects misconduct claims
The preacher, known for his opulent lifestyle, recounted arriving in the UK in 2005 on a visitor’s visa
Major African oil exporters shaping the global energy landscape
Nigeria, Angola, and Algeria will remain central players in the global energy market
