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Africa

September 30, 2026

Benin secures €500 million in international financing with ADF support

Benin secured €500 million in international bank financing, supported by the African Development Fund, to facilitate priority investments in several sectors including education.

AfDB building
September 29, 2026

Ramaphosa says women’s anger justified as 11th body found in Ekurhuleni; assures rapid investigations 

“The nation is angry. The women of South Africa are angry, and their anger is justified. I too share that anger,” Mr Ramaphosa said.

South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa
September 29, 2026

Ugandan broadcaster crowned king of Tooro kingdom

A 21-member committee from the royal Babiito clan selected Mr Kijanangoma, who is Oyo Nyimba’s cousin.

September 29, 2026

ECA mobilises West African SMEs to strengthen rice value chains

The initiative seeks to reduce West Africa’s dependence on external rice, boost intra-regional trade and strengthen food systems’ resilience over the medium and long term.

Economic Commission for Africa
September 29, 2026

Amnesty accuses Mali’s armed forces, Wagner officers of torturing, killing innocent civilians

Amnesty urged the Malian authorities to ensure comprehensive accountability for war crimes committed against communities.

Mali's armed forces
September 29, 2026

Police launch probe as Ugandan female varsity student found dead in hostel

The deceased was studying Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance.

Precious Musimenta
September 29, 2026

Ebola: Canada announces 60-day entry restriction for DRC, Ugandan, South Sudan nationals

Canada first introduced travel restrictions on the three countries in May following a new wave of Ebola outbreak particularly in DR Congo.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
September 29, 2026

Dangote named African Energy Person of Year 2026

The chamber said the Dangote Group is one of the most ambitious industrial conglomerates ever built in Africa.

Aliko Dangote
September 29, 2026

DR Congo Ebola cases hit 8,067 as violence disrupts humanitarian response

DR Congo has confirmed 8,067 Ebola cases and 3,901 deaths as violence and insecurity in the Ituri Province disrupt humanitarian efforts, displacing thousands of individuals.

Ebola coffins
September 29, 2026

Nigeria will back UN candidate who believes in Africa’s aspirations: Shettima

Mr Shettima says Nigeria will support a candidate for the position of the United Nations secretary-general who believes in Africa’s aspirations in global affairs.