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Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Africa

November 9, 2026

Commonwealth leaders’ spouses launch platform to tackle social issues

Ms Davis called for stronger efforts to address inequality, intimidation, bullying and violence against women and girls.

Commonwealth leaders’ spouses
November 8, 2026

Ghana introduces mandatory health declaration form for incoming travellers

The service said the measure would help improve the tracking of public health risks.

John Mahama
November 7, 2026

Ghana police arrest 57-year-old man for alleged shoplifting

The suspect was arrested on Thursday by the Somanya District Police Command.

Ghanian police officers
November 7, 2026

Deaths from Ebola rise to 5,198 in DR Congo

The WHO said in a statement on Saturday that the figure recorded was as of November 3, representing a case fatality ratio of 48.7 per cent.

Ebola patients
November 6, 2026

South Sudan inaugurates first cancer registry to track cases

Mr Nyebswah said the registry is more than just a system for recording cancer cases but a foundation for better decisions

South Sudan
November 6, 2026

Tanzanian opposition leader Lissu jailed four years for inciting unrest

Tundu Lissu, leader of the opposition Chadema party, was acquitted of treason charges but found guilty of incitement by a Tanzanian court.

November 6, 2026

Kenyan court sentences Paul Mackenzie to 200 years for manipulating church members to starve to death to ‘meet Jesus’

At Mombasa High Court, Justice Diana Mochache found Mr Mackenzie “primary criminal culpability” for instructing his followers to fast to death.

November 6, 2026

Nigeria, eight other African countries recorded 67 yellow fever cases, 18 deaths:  WHO 

WHO said affected countries, with support from the organisation and partners, were strengthening surveillance.

Yellow Fever (Credit: X)
November 6, 2026

South Africa extend AACT lead as Kenya’s Muthomi tops individual standings

The defending champions returned a combined score of 309 after 36 holes on Thursday to maintain their lead in the week-long championship.

November 5, 2026

Sudan retaliates as Ethiopia shuts consulate

Addis Ababa denied it ​supported the RSF in ​Sudan’s civil war.