Over 60 missing after boat sinks in NE DR Congo

KINSHASA, June 3 (Xinhua/GNA) — More than 60 people were missing after a boat sank Tuesday, in north eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo…

Ebola, WHO drastically reduces number of suspected cases: from 906 to 116

WHO, June 2, ((Redazione/Adnkronos/GNA) – The WHO has drastically reduced the number of suspected Ebola cases in Central Africa to 116, compared to over…

Pupils identified as arsonists in deadly school fire in Kenya

Nairobi,May 31, (dpa/GNA) – Following the deadly fire at a girls’ boarding school in Kenya, police on Sunday identified seven pupils as the arsonists…

Aid agency: Every fourth Ebola death in Congo is a child

Kinshasa,May 28, (dpa/GNA) – At least one in four confirmed Ebola deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is a child, the aid…

Over 1,000 suspected Ebola cases in east Congo as Uganda shuts border

Kinshasa, May 27, (dpa/GNA) – The number of cases linked to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, continues to rise,…

Zimbabwe approves contingency fund for Ebola response

HARARE, May 26 (Xinhua/GNA) — The Zimbabwean Cabinet, on Tuesday approved the establishment of a contingency fund, to strengthen the country’s preparedness against the…

WHO says confirmed Ebola patient recovering in rebel-held DR Congo city

KINSHASA, May 26 (Xinhua/GNA) — The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday, that a confirmed case of Ebola virus disease is recovering in…

2026 African Economic Outlook: Africa’s economies to grow at 4.2 %

By Maxwell Awumah, GNA  Ho, May 27, GNA – Africa’s economies are projected to grow at 4.2 per cent in 2026, moderating slightly from…

South African President Ramaphosa challenges Phala Phala report in court

CAPE TOWN, May 26 (Xinhua/GNA) — South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, on Tuesday filed a legal challenge in the Western Cape High Court against…

Zambia’s broadcasting regulator issues guidelines on election coverage

LUSAKA, May 26 (Xinhua/GNA) — Zambia’s broadcasting regulator, on Tuesday released guidelines for a fair, balanced and responsible broadcasting of this year’s general elections.…

10 kidnapped, house burned in central Nigeria attack

ABUJA, May 25 (Xinhua/GNA) — Nigerian police said on Monday, that an investigation and rescue operation had been launched after 10 people were abducted…

African diplomats urge inclusive dialogue in South Sudan ahead of December polls

JUBA, May 25 (Xinhua.GNA) — African diplomats have called for inclusive dialogue among all parties in South Sudan, ahead of the country’s highly anticipated…

At least 28 killed in mine collapse in northern Angola

LUANDA, May 24 (Xinhua/GNA) — At least 28 people were killed on Saturday in a landslide at an illegal gold mine in Nambuangongo Municipality…

Benin president Talon says successor will elevate country to ranks of great nations

COTONOU, May 23 (Xinhua/GNA) — Benin’s outgoing President, Patrice Talon, said Thursday that under the leadership of his successor, Romuald Wadagni, the country would…

China-Africa ties boost continent’s modernization, talent growth: expert

HARARE, May 23 (Xinhua/GNA) — China’s relationship with Africa has widened the continent’s development options, and helped transfer knowledge to many African countries through…

South Africa calls for deeper African integration as NEPAD marks 25 years

CAPE TOWN, May 23 (Xinhua/GNA) — South African Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, on Thursday called for deeper African integration, faster industrialization and greater African…

Kenyan researcher wins international award for throat cancer breakthrough

May 22, (Daily Nation/GNA) – A Kenyan researcher has won an international award for outstanding research on throat cancer. Prof George Njoroge, chief scientific…

Libya’s banks distribute dollars for first time in 13 years in bid to stabilize currency

Libya’s banks distribute dollars for first time in 13 years in bid to stabilize currency TRIPOLI, May 20 (Xinhua/GNA) — For the first time…

Namibia launches FAO-backed project to boost pearl millet production

WINDHOEK, May 20 (Xinhua/GNA) — Namibia on Wednesday, launched a project aimed at improving the productivity and value chain development of pearl millet, locally…

Macron announces €23bn in investment for Africa at Nairobi summit

Nairobi, May 12, (dpa/GNA) – French President, Emmanuel Macron, was in Nairobi on Monday for the Africa Forward Summit, where he announced investments totalling…