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Candidate for the position of United Nations secretary-general, Macky Sall, speaks during the "UN Town Hall: The Next Secretary-General" event at United Nations headquarters in New York City, U.S., July 23, 2026.

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Former Senegal president abandons bid to become next UN Chief

His decision followed consultations with Burundi's President Évariste Ndayishimiye and Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who had both supported his campaign to become the next UN Secretary-General.

By Bradley Bosire 17 Oct 2026

IGAD and SADC conclude a three-day inter-Regional Economic Communities meeting in Lusaka, Zambia on October 16, 2026

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IGAD, SADC push for unified African response to cross-border health threats

The agreement followed a three-day meeting in Lusaka, Zambia, held from October 14 to 16, 2026, where regional economic communities and international partners discussed ways to strengthen health security across Eastern, Central and Southern Africa.

By Bradley Bosire 17 Oct 2026

Shabana Mahmood addressing the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool in October 2023.

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UK threatens to shut doors to Eritreans over deportation dispute

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has warned that Eritrea could face a blanket entry ban unless its government agrees to accept more people being returned from the UK, including foreign nationals convicted of crimes.

By Bradley Bosire 15 Oct 2026

Former DR Congo president Joseph Kabila

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Joseph Kabila joins M23-backed alliance in bid to challenge Tshisekedi

Kabila's entry into the alliance adds a former head of state to a rebellion that has already challenged the government's authority across vast territories. His involvement raises questions about whether the coalition could mount a credible campaign against Tshisekedi or whether the former president is seeking to regain political relevance through an alliance with established rebel networks

By Chrispho Owuor 13 Oct 2026

Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya has denied all the charges against him

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South Africa deputy police Chief quits after sexual offence charges

The resignation was handed in by his lawyer on Monday during a disciplinary hearing, about three weeks after Sibiya’s arrest. O

By Maureen Kinyanjui 13 Oct 2026

Photo shows a sign marking the turn-off leading to the Hamama gold exploration site, deep in the desert east of Luxor, Egypt on April 15, 2016.

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At least 72 gold miners killed in air strikes in Sudan

Emergency Lawyers, which is based in Khartoum, says the attacks destroyed miners’ camps and excavation pits, with people reportedly trapped inside.

By Samuel Otieno 12 Oct 2026

Ebola death toll in DRC reaches 4,205 as new cases emerge near Uganda

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Ebola death toll in DRC reaches 4,205 as new cases emerge near Uganda

The World Health Organization (WHO), in an update issued on October 8, reported 33 new cases in Ituri and 30 in North Kivu during the latest 24-hour reporting period.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 10 Oct 2026

Custom-made casket for the late Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife.

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It was a genuine accident! Chivayo’s sister speaks on crash

Chivayo’s sister, Esther, said the crash should be treated as an accident, even as she expressed concern over the decision to operate the helicopter in conditions she said were unsuitable for flying.

By Bradley Bosire 8 Oct 2026

UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell. PHOTO/Flickr

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Ebola leaves more than 1,900 children without parents in Eastern DRC

The outbreak, declared in May, is caused by the Bundibugyo virus and has become the largest Ebola outbreak ever recorded in the DRC. WHO said the outbreak had reached 63 health zones across seven provinces by September 23, with 7,890 confirmed cases and 3,799 deaths.

By Chrispho Owuor 8 Oct 2026

Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, wife’s remains taken home ahead of October 8, 2026, burial

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Chivayo and wife’s remains taken to Gletwin ahead of Thursday Burial

Chivayo’s coffin, bearing the mark WMC 777, was wrapped in the Zimbabwean national flag following the decision by President Emmerson Mnangagwa to confer Provincial Hero status on the late businessman.

By Bradley Bosire 7 Oct 2026

Kenya Airways confirms passenger’s death on Nairobi-Lagos flight

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Kenya Airways confirms passenger’s death on Nairobi-Lagos flight

The incident occurred at about 21:20 local Nigerian time on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, approximately 20 minutes before the scheduled arrival of the Kenya Airways aircraft at Murtala Muhammed International Airport

By Chrispho Owuor 7 Oct 2026

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema delivers a speech during the 2024 Zambia Mining and Investment Insaka in Lusaka, Zambia on October 7, 2024.

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Zambia, US resolve data row ahead of Sh194 billion health pact

A separate point of disagreement had also centred on an attempt by the US to link the health funding to access to critical minerals, although Zambia has now said the health pact does not contain such a condition.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 7 Oct 2026

Tinubu declares three days of mourning after Nigerian military plane crash kills 32

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Tinubu declares three days of mourning after Nigerian military plane crash kills 32

President Bola Tinubu ordered flags across the country to be flown at half-mast and directed the Nigerian Air Force to carry out a full investigation into the accident, which happened on Monday morning near a naval base in Igbokoda

By Maureen Kinyanjui 6 Oct 2026

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf speaking at the 51st Ordinary Session of the Permanent Representatives’ Committee (PRC) on January 12, 2026/AU

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African Union clarifies position as Ethiopia-Eritrea tensions escalate

The continental body also stressed its opposition to interference in the internal affairs of member states.

By Chrispho Owuor 5 Oct 2026

Mudavadi calls for stronger African economic integration, regional trade

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Mudavadi calls for stronger African economic integration, regional trade

The Prime Cabinet Secretary said Africa must develop partnerships, policies and projects capable of translating the African Union’s Agenda 2063 into tangible economic outcomes for its people.

By Bradley Bosire 3 Oct 2026

Chivayo, wife’s bodies will not be viewed before burial, family says

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Chivayo, wife’s bodies will not be viewed before burial, family says

Family spokesperson Herbert Chivayo said the condition of the bodies led the family to abandon plans for a body-viewing ceremony.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 3 Oct 2026

Mudavadi calls for unified African agenda as leaders gather in Egypt

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Mudavadi calls for unified African agenda as leaders gather in Egypt

The Prime Cabinet Secretary also highlighted Africa’s mineral resources, saying the continent would explore ways of deriving greater economic value from its mineral wealth.

By Bradley Bosire 2 Oct 2026

AU urges restraint as Ethiopia-Eritrea-Egypt tensions escalate

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AU urges restraint as Ethiopia-Eritrea-Egypt tensions escalate

In a statement issued on October 1, 2026, the AU said it was closely following the heightened tensions between the three countries and urged them to avoid actions or statements that could further undermine regional peace and stability

By Chrispho Owuor 2 Oct 2026

Deadly wildfires push Algeria to impose death penalty for arson

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Deadly wildfires push Algeria to impose death penalty for arson

The legislation was introduced after more than 100 fires were reported across north-eastern parts of Algeria during a period of extreme heat in North Africa. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune had instructed the justice ministry to amend the country's criminal laws following the fires.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 2 Oct 2026

DRC Ebola outbreak tops 8,200 cases as 45 health zones remain active

Health and Wellness

DRC Ebola outbreak tops 8,200 cases as 45 health zones remain active

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said 45 of the 63 affected health zones remain in active transmission, with insecurity and community resistance hampering surveillance and response operations.

By David Abonyo 1 Oct 2026

President Mnangagwa pays tribute to Chivayo after helicopter crash

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President Mnangagwa pays tribute to Chivayo after helicopter crash

Chivayo and Muteke were among six people killed when the aircraft crashed at about 5 pm on Wednesday, September 30, in the Marondera Rural area, east of the capital Harare. Zimbabwean authorities said there were no survivors, with the helicopter carrying four passengers and two crew members

By Chrispho Owuor 1 Oct 2026

Chivayo helicopter crash: Fuel spill preceded fire, investigators say

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Chivayo helicopter crash: Fuel spill preceded fire, investigators say

The authority’s Director General, George Mashababe, said investigators had not established what caused the helicopter to go down as they continued examining the crash site in Marondera, east of Harare.

By David Abonyo 1 Oct 2026

How Wicknell Chivayo became a familiar face around East Africa's presidents

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How Wicknell Chivayo became a familiar face around East Africa's presidents

The 43-year-old businessman had become one of Zimbabwe's most recognisable wealthy figures, but his public profile extended well beyond his home country.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 1 Oct 2026

Ramaphosa orders safety audit of South Africa's streets after 12 women found dead

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Ramaphosa orders safety audit of South Africa's streets after 12 women found dead

The deaths have triggered a national outcry and renewed questions over the scale of violence against women in South Africa, which has one of the highest rates of gender-based violence in the world.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 1 Oct 2026

High-profile businessman among six killed in Zimbabwe helicopter crash

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High-profile businessman among six killed in Zimbabwe helicopter crash

Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana said in a statement on September 30, 2026, that the helicopter was carrying one high-profile businessman, three other passengers and two pilots.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Sep 2026

Botswana sparks outrage after approving 23-elephant hunt for independence feast

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Botswana sparks outrage after approving 23-elephant hunt for independence feast

The country, which has more than 130,000 elephants, began nationwide events on Wednesday, with celebrations including cultural shows, concerts, sporting activities and a carnival in the capital, Gaborone.

By Bradley Bosire 30 Sep 2026

Morocco names Fatima Zahra Mansouri as first woman Prime Minister

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Morocco names Fatima Zahra Mansouri as first woman Prime Minister

Mansouri’s appointment follows the PAM’s victory in the September 23 legislative elections, where the party secured 97 of the 395 seats in Morocco’s House of Representatives.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 30 Sep 2026

Ben Dancer ends seven-day Lagos dance marathon in Guinness bid

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Ben Dancer ends seven-day Lagos dance marathon in Guinness bid

Daniel had set out to break the Guinness World Records title for the longest dance marathon by an individual. The existing record stands at 127 hours and was set in 2023 by Indian dancer Srushti Sudhir Jagtap, who was 16 at the time and performed mainly kathak, one of India's major classical dance forms.

By Bradley Bosire 29 Sep 2026

Dangote targets 12m tonnes of fertiliser production by 2029

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Dangote targets 12m tonnes of fertiliser production by 2029

Dangote said the decision to increase production was driven by the need for Africa to strengthen its own supply of fertiliser and reduce its reliance on imported farm inputs.

By Chrispho Owuor 29 Sep 2026

How a Kano trading family shaped Aliko Dangote’s rise

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How a Kano trading family shaped Aliko Dangote’s rise

President William Ruto is expected to lead the groundbreaking ceremony for the proposed Sh2 trillion East African Refinery in Lamu tomorrow, September 30, 2026 with Dangote among the high-profile guests expected at the event.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 29 Sep 2026