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
WHO Declares Global Health Emergency as Ebola Spreads Across Congo and Uganda
The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency over the growing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic...
More Than 80 Nigerian Children Missing After Coordinated School Attacks by Militants
More than 80 children are missing after a series of militant attacks targeting schools in Nigeria, according to...
Death of Genocide Suspect Kabuga Revives Debate Over Justice for Rwanda Atrocities
Félicien Kabuga, one of the most prominent suspects linked to the 1994 Rwandan genocide, has died in custody...
Congo Confirms New Ebola Outbreak as Death Toll Rises in Ituri Province
A new outbreak of Ebola has been confirmed in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where health officials...
Study Links Rising Violence in Africa to Sharp USAID Funding Cuts Under Trump
DAKAR, Senegal — A new academic study has found that violence increased significantly in several African regions following...
Islamic State-Linked Violence Escalates in Eastern Congo After Deadly Village Attacks
At least 40 civilians were killed after suspected Islamist militants linked to the Islamic State attacked villages in...
Botswana Honors Former President Festus Mogae for Leadership During HIV/AIDS Crisis
Botswana entered a period of national mourning on Friday following the death of former President Festus Mogae, whose...
Political Violence Fears Grow in Kenya as “Goonism” Dominates Election Debate
Kenya is facing mounting concerns over political violence ahead of next year’s elections as the term “goonism” becomes...
Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Raises Global Health Concerns Over Maritime Containment
A rare hantavirus outbreak aboard the expedition cruise ship MV Hondius has drawn international attention, highlighting challenges in...
Suspected Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Triggers International Health Response
A suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard the expedition cruise ship MV Hondius has prompted an international health response after...
