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The Sudanese Ministry of Health has reported a surge in dengue fever cases, with the total number rising to 773,…

Three Kenyan fishermen, lured by the promise of higher wages, unknowingly boarded a vessel that led them into foreign detention.…

In a significant operation against wildlife trafficking, authorities successfully raided a residence in Durbanville, uncovering a collection of highly dangerous…

As the Israeli invation and air strikes on Lebanon escalate, migrant domestic workers find themselves in dire circumstances. Among them…

On October 5, health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo launched the country’s inaugural mpox vaccination campaign, a significant…

As Rwanda battles an outbreak of the highly lethal Marburg virus, an experimental vaccine is being deployed, marking the country’s…

Malawi’s healthcare system is set to benefit from the m-mama emergency transport system, a $11.5 million initiative funded by the…

On Friday, Türkiye expressed its condolences to the victims of this week’s boat accident in Nigeria. The Turkish Foreign Ministry…

Solar power companies are rapidly expanding across Central and West Africa, bringing electricity to some of the region’s poorest households,…

Ethiopian Airlines has announced the suspension of all flights to Beirut indefinitely and to Tel Aviv until October 7th, citing…

Kenya has introduced a digital nomad visa as part of its strategy to boost tourism. If you’re dreaming of sunny…

Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. G. Balasubramanian, has shown interest in collaborating with Nigeria’s performing arts industry, particularly in…

A deadly cholera outbreak has swept across 33 Nigerian states, including Lagos, claiming at least 359 lives between January and…

Hundreds of Ghanaians have taken to the streets for a second day on Friday, passionately demanding government intervention to combat…

A memorial ceremony took place in Zagreb, Croatia’s capital, honoring the children who lost their lives in Palestine, Lebanon, Syria,…

The West African countries of Burkina Faso and Niger have banned a French TV show for “stigmatizing” African women as…

Tanzania’s communications regulator has suspended the online platforms of Mwananchi Communications Ltd, accusing the media outlet of breaching national regulations.…

Libyan Prime Minister Dibeybe inaugurated the first stage of the highway connecting the capital Tripoli and the city of Tarhuna,…

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will officially hand over the site for the construction of the Cavalla…

The culture ministers of France and Madagascar have initiated steps toward the repatriation of human remains taken from Madagascar during…

Ghanaian actress Habiba Sinare has married Akeju, a Nigerian media and music executive based in the U.S., in a small,…

Student enrollment in Tigray has plunged to critical levels, with only 40% of eligible students returning to school for the…

Ghana’s health authorities have confirmed the country’s first case of mpox for 2024, although the specific variant involved has not…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially approved its first emergency use diagnostic test for mpox, developed by Abbott Laboratories,…

At least 78 people have drowned after a boat carrying 278 passengers capsized on Thursday in Lake Kivu, located in…

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), a tertiary multispecialty hospital established by Afreximbank in collaboration with King’s College Hospital,…

On October 3, 1993, a tragic chapter in U.S. military history unfolded in Mogadishu, Somalia, when 18 American soldiers were…

The Beauty Istanbul International Exhibiton, held in Istanbul on October 2-4, 2024, offers international business opportunities by exhibiting the rich…

On Thursday, the Moroccan government unveiled a significant initiative to allocate 2.5 billion dirhams (approximately $260 million) aimed at providing…

Rwanda is gearing up to start clinical trials for vaccines and treatments aimed at combating Marburg disease in the coming…

As the number of women and children leaving Karamoja for urban areas continues to rise, the Uganda Human Rights Commission…

The launch of the much-anticipated mpox vaccination campaign in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been postponed due to logistical…

Kenya has now confirmed a total of nine Mpox cases, following the verification of one additional case. The National Public…

Lamu town of Kenya celebrated Mawlid with great enthusiasm. Lamu is home to the historic Maulidi celebrations, an integral part…

Over 150 people are missing after a boat carrying 300 passengers capsized in the Mokwa local government area of Niger…

Makerere University is celebrating a momentous occasion today October 2, as it officially reopens its iconic main administration building, affectionately…

Nigerians took to the streets on Tuesday, marking the country’s 64th independence anniversary with widespread protests over worsening economic conditions.…

Two boats carrying migrants sank off the coast of Djibouti in the Red Sea, resulting in the deaths of 45…

The Angolan Government is dedicated to enhancing its National Integrated and Comprehensive Surveillance System to track the use of antimicrobials…

October 1, 2024, marks a momentous occasion for Nigeria as the nation celebrates its 64th Independence Day. This significant day not…

Thousands of Ethiopian migrants, alongside others from the Horn of Africa, are undertaking life-threatening voyages across the Gulf of Aden,…

During an 11-day humanitarian expedition, a volunteer medical team from Türkiye, consisting of physicians, nurses, anesthesia technicians, and civil society…

Botswana, a southern African nation known for its rich wildlife and natural beauty, celebrates 58 years of independence from British…

São Tomé and Príncipe commemorates its National Unity Day on July 12, a significant event honoring the country’s long struggle…

On Sunday, Türkiye dispatched a ship loaded with 3,000 tons of humanitarian supplies to Somalia, following the Ship of Goodness…

A heartbreaking incident occurred off the coast of Djerba, Tunisia, on Monday, as a boat carrying migrants capsized during its…

Nigeria is poised for significant protests on Tuesday as citizens mobilize to express their anger over the escalating cost of…

Six people have lost their lives in Rwanda due to the Marburg virus outbreak, with most victims being healthcare workers…

Marburg virus disease (MVD) is a severe illness characterized by hemorrhagic fever, with a fatality rate that can reach up…

Rwanda has confirmed its first cases of Marburg disease, a severe viral hemorrhagic fever characterized by a high mortality rate,…

The First Lady of Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, passed away on Thursday, September 26,…

African leaders have called for urgent action to address the growing funding gaps in malaria elimination efforts. The request was…

Imam Abdullah Haron was a prominent figure in the fight against apartheid in South Africa, known for his unwavering commitment…

In a significant initiative, several African nations are in discussions to establish a joint “debt-for-nature” swap that could potentially raise…

To become a future green metropolis, Mandera County’s afforestation program has been deemed sustainable, surpassing those of first-world cities Liverpool…

The Central African subregion, prominently featuring the expansive Congo Basin, is recognized for housing one of the world’s largest and…

On September 26, 1992, Nigeria experienced one of the deadliest aviation disasters in its history when a Nigerian Air Force…

The humanitarian situation in Sudan is deeply alarming, according to Joyce Msuya, the acting UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and…

A recent study has raised serious alarms regarding the future of hooded vultures in Ghana and South Africa, highlighting significant…

Namibia’s President, Dr. Nangolo Mbumba stated in UN General Assembly, that the UN Security Council, fails to address African needs…

The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) has officially launched restoration work on the Negashi Tomb and Mosque, a significant…