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DR Congo Accuses Former President Kabila of Planning Attack After M23 Alliance
The Democratic Republic of the Congo government has accused former president...
Reported Ebola Cases in North Ubangi Could Mark Outbreak’s Spread to Eighth DRC Province
Two Ebola cases have reportedly been recorded in North Ubangi, potentially...
IMF lifts Africa growth outlook but warns shrinking aid is weakening resilience
The IMF says African economies have weathered the energy crisis linked to the...
Kenya Confirms Third Ebola Case as Contact Tracing Continues
Kenya has confirmed its third Ebola case, involving a 65-year-old woman linked...
DR Congo bans activities of 13 political parties, including Kabila-linked PPRD
The Democratic Republic of Congo has prohibited the activities of 13 political...
Rights Watch alleges 31 executions in eastern Libya
Human Rights Watch has accused military authorities in eastern Libya of...
Africa Renews Push for Greater Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Independence
Africa imports 70% to 80% of the medicines it uses and up to 95% of the active...
Africa Energy Week Puts Jobs and Industrial Growth at Centre of Energy Debate
Africa Energy Week is underway in Cape Town, where participants are debating...
Africa’s Low Unemployment Rate Masks Precarious Work, Report Says
Africa’s unemployment rate was 6.3% in 2025, but a broader assessment shows...
Ebola Claims Lives of 10 Students in DR Congo’s Ituri Province
At least 10 students have died from Ebola in Ituri Province in eastern...