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A landfill collapse in Conakry, Guinea, has killed at least 30 people, according to the government, with heavy rains triggering the disaster at the Dar Es Salam dump. Rescuers are searching for survivors, and officials had planned to close the site the same day.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed at least 2,516 people, making it the second-deadliest in African history, according to official figures. The rare Bundibugyo virus continues to spread in six provinces, and the WHO has classified it as a public health emergency of international concern.
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has become its deadliest on record, with over 2,300 deaths and more than 4,900 cases reported. The response is hampered by community mistrust, unpaid health workers, and the rare Bundibugyo virus, with the WHO warning of an 'exceptional pace' of spread.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history, with the death toll reaching 2,378 over the weekend, according to government data. The outbreak, declared in May, has surpassed the previous worst outbreak in 2018-2020 and is now the second-worst globally behind West Africa's 2014-2016 epidemic.
Delegates from universities in 17 African countries gathered in Accra for the fourth International Annual Conference of the Harakati Za Muungano Union, focusing on economic restructuring, political reforms, and integration. Kwame Danquah, President of the International Secretariat, called for sweeping reforms and deeper regional integration, citing statistics on Africa's trade and population.
Confirmed Ebola deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo have exceeded 2,000, with cases reported across five provinces. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, is the fastest-spreading on record, and researchers believe the true number of infections may be higher than the official tally.
The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has exceeded 4,000 confirmed cases, according to government data, with the World Health Organization recommending a full-scale trial of the Ervebo vaccine to combat the strain. Efforts to develop a species-specific vaccine and improve treatment are underway, but experts caution that results are months away.
The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 3,500 cases, making it the second largest in history. Officials warn it is spreading faster than any previous outbreak, with the true scale potentially much higher than official figures suggest.
West African leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to launching the ECO single currency in 2027, adopting a phased approach that allows countries meeting convergence criteria to join first. Guinea has announced it will opt out and retain its national currency, the Guinean franc, citing economic concerns. The bloc continues to address unresolved issues including the future central bank and decision-making rules.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 3,200 confirmed cases and 1,400 deaths, according to government data. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, has hit the conflict-ridden east, with nearly 90% of cases in Ituri province. Oxford University has begun a first-in-human trial of an experimental vaccine.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases, including 267 deaths, and has become the largest first-month outbreak ever recorded in Africa. Cases have been confirmed in at least three displacement camps in eastern Congo, and Kenya's Health Minister has ordered a halt to a US-backed quarantine facility construction.
Guinea has banned the export of unrefined gold to encourage domestic processing and increase revenue. President Mamadi Doumbouya announced the move, which includes a new refinery near Conakry and warnings to foreign companies. Similar policies exist in other African nations.
An explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan industrial zone killed at least 13 people and injured dozens, officials said. The blast occurred during restart operations at the Barzan gas supply facility, attributed to a technical malfunction. Authorities confirmed no impact on exports or environment.
At the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Kenya, 15 countries adopted the Mombasa Declaration, committing to improved data collection and sharing to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing. The declaration builds on the Global Charter for Fisheries Transparency and marks a growing push for accountability in the global seafood industry.
Australia opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 2-0 win over Türkiye in Vancouver, with goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe and a standout goalkeeping display from Patrick Beach. Coach Tony Popovic's decision to drop captain Mat Ryan and vice-captain Jackson Irvine proved decisive, while Irankunda's personal story and celebration drew attention to refugee players at the tournament.
Three Indian sailors were killed when the US military struck the tanker MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman. The incident has prompted India to summon a senior US diplomat to protest. The US says the ship violated its blockade by attempting to transport oil from Iran.
Algeria enters the 2026 World Cup as Africa's third-highest ranked side, aiming to overcome a history of inconsistency. Captain Riyad Mahrez, 35, will lead the team in what could be his final World Cup, as African teams are increasingly seen as legitimate contenders.
As Africa faces a politically charged 2026 election year, military coups across West Africa and beyond have raised questions about the health of democracy. Burkina Faso's junta leader openly dismissed democratic ideals, while a UNDP report links poverty and governance failures to coup risk.
Guinea held legislative and municipal elections on Sunday amid low voter turnout and opposition calls for a boycott, which critics labeled an 'electoral farce.' The polls are seen as a step toward restoring constitutional order after the 2021 coup, but the opposition’s absence and the dissolution of major parties have raised concerns about the credibility of the vote.
The Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague has rejected Rwanda's claim that the UK owed more than £100 million in outstanding payments from a scrapped asylum deal. The deal, originally struck by former Prime Minister Boris Johnson in 2022, was declared illegal by the UK Supreme Court and cancelled by Keir Starmer's government in 2024. Both governments have said they consider the matter concluded.