Africa
Africa - Covers major developments across the African continent, including politics, governance, economic growth, security, diplomacy, public policy, humanitarian issues, and social change. Coverage spans regional organizations, cross-border developments, environmental challenges, infrastructure projects, and international relations affecting African nations. Readers can follow important stories from across the continent while gaining context on the issues shaping Africa's role in regional and global affairs. Tags: African Union, Governance, Democracy, Economic Development, Infrastructure Development, International Trade, Human Rights, Regional Security, Public Health, Climate Change, Food Security, Regional Cooperation
South African Groups Warn HIV Prevention Efforts Face Setbacks as U.S. Funding Ends
JOHANNESBURG — South African civil society organizations are warning that reductions in U.S. support for HIV programs are...
Zimbabwe Senate Backs Constitutional Changes Extending Mnangagwa’s Time in Office
HARARE, Zimbabwe — Zimbabwe’s Senate has approved a controversial constitutional amendment package that would postpone the country’s next...
Kenya Halts Construction of US-Backed Ebola Facility After Court Challenge
NAIROBI, Kenya - Kenya's health minister has ordered the suspension of construction on a U.S.-backed Ebola quarantine facility...
Ebola Cases Surpass 1,000 in Eastern Congo as Health Response Faces Growing Challenges
BUNIA, Congo - Confirmed Ebola infections in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have exceeded 1,000 cases, with authorities...
COVID lockdown inspires Cape Town winemaker’s award-winning vineyard project
CAPE TOWN, South Africa - A COVID-19 lockdown in South Africa has unexpectedly helped launch an award-winning winemaking...
Returning Nigerian Migrants Face Economic Hardship After Leaving South Africa
LAGOS, Nigeria — Hundreds of Nigerian migrants returning from South Africa after rising anti-immigrant tensions are confronting a...
Deadly Attack on Niger’s Main Airport Highlights Ongoing Security Challenges
DAKAR, Senegal — Gunmen launched an attack on Niger's main international airport in the capital of Niamey early...
Zimbabwe Lawmakers Back Constitutional Changes That Could Extend President’s Rule
HARARE, Zimbabwe — Zimbabwe's National Assembly has approved constitutional amendments that would postpone the country's next elections and...
Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Expands as Cases Near 800
KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of Congo — Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo reported a sharp rise...
Ebola Death Toll Surpasses 100 in Eastern Congo as Conflict Hampers Response
BUNIA, Democratic Republic of Congo — An Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed more...
