Uganda Confirms Ebola Outbreak After Traveler From DR Congo Dies
Uganda has confirmed an Ebola outbreak after a man traveling from eastern DR Congo died from the virus as authorities race to contain possible cross-border transmission.
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Another Ebola Outbreak Confirmed in DR Congo Africa CDC Confirms 65 Deaths in Mongwalu and Rwampara
Africa CDC has confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo after hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths were reported in the conflict-hit Ituri province.
UN Chief Backs Ruto’s Push for Permanent African Seats on Security Council
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has described Africa’s exclusion from permanent membership in the UN Security Council as a “historical injustice” rooted in colonial history.
Ramaphosa Refuses to Resign As South Africa’s Court Wants to Impeach Him Over Cash-In-Sofa Scandal
Cyril Ramaphosa says he will not resign despite growing impeachment pressure over allegations involving hundreds of thousands of dollars reportedly hidden inside furniture at his private farm.
Museveni Sworn In for Seventh Term After 40 Years in Power
Yoweri Museveni will begin his seventh term as Uganda’s president today, marking 40 years in power and extending one of Africa’s longest-running political eras.
Ramaphosa Blames ‘Opportunists’ for Xenophobic Violence in South Africa
Cyril Ramaphosa says recent anti-immigrant violence in South Africa is being driven by opportunists exploiting public anger over unemployment and illegal immigration.
‘This Is a Total Lack of Respect’: Macron Stops Summit Session in Nairobi
Emmanuel Macron paused a session at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi to call for silence after repeated disruptions from the audience during youth and cultural speeches.
Tanzania Opposition ACT-Wazalendo Accuses Government of Hiding Election Violence Findings
ACT-Wazalendo’s women’s wing says it will challenge the Tanzanian government in court over a confidential report into election-related violence and killings.
France 24, RFI and AFP Among Media Outlets Recently Banned in Niger
Niger’s ruling military junta has suspended several major French media outlets, saying their reporting endangers public order and national cohesion.
Nigerian Army Kills At Least 50 Jihadists in Buni Gari Battle
Nigerian Army Kills At Least 50 Jihadists in Buni Gari Battle
