Somalia humanitarian crisis remains dire

The humanitarian situation in Somalia remains dire, with millions experiencing significant hunger and malnutrition. The latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis estimates that about 5.4 million people will face crisis-level hunger or worse from October to December, includ…

AI and digital technologies are increasingly being used to tackle healthcare challenges, from limited access to medical specialists to the early detection and management of disease 

Across Africa, artificial intelligence and digital technologies are increasingly being used to tackle healthcare challenges, from limited access to medical specialists to the early detection and management of disease. Rwanda's capital, Kigali, is hosting the fifth Africa HealthTech Summit, bringing…

The AU is calling on South Sudan's leaders to uphold the Revitalised Transitional Government of National Unity

The African Union has called on South Sudan's leaders to uphold the Revitalised Transitional Government of National Unity and release all people arbitrarily detained on political grounds. It has also urged an end to hostilities and agreement on a consensual electoral roadmap ahead of the country's …

The Times Higher Education World Academic Summit, underway in Cape Town, South Africa

The Times Higher Education (THE) World Academic Summit is currently underway in Cape Town, South Africa. This year's summit is exploring how universities can harness different forms of intelligence, including human, artificial and collective intelligence, to help build fairer, more sustainable and …

US Ambassador to South Africa Leo Brent Bozell at the centre of a diplomatic dispute following recent criticism of the government 

US Ambassador to South Africa Leo Brent Bozell has once again found himself at the centre of a diplomatic dispute after being summoned by the South African government, following recent criticism of the government. Bozell was summoned in March, shortly after arriving in the country, for saying that …

Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri appointed as Morocco's first female prime minister

Morocco's King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as the country's prime minister, making her the first woman to hold the position in the North African nation. In a statement, the Royal Palace said the King had tasked El Mansouri, who serves as Urban Planning Minister and Mayor of…

At least 28 people killed in two mass shootings in South Africa over the weekend

At least 28 people were killed in two mass shootings in South Africa over the weekend, highlighting the country’s ongoing struggle with gun violence. Eighteen people were killed when eight gunmen opened fire at a bar near Johannesburg on Saturday evening. In a separate shooting in the early hours …

Abahlali baseMjondolo calls on community members to join fight against femicide

Abahlali baseMjondolo, a movement of the poor in South Africa, is leading a peaceful demonstration today outside the Kempton Park Police Station in Gauteng province. The organisation is calling on community members, women’s and youth organisations, faith-based groups, trade unions and other progres…

Kenyan government classifies expected El Niño rains as imminent national security threat

The Kenyan government has classified the expected El Niño rains as an imminent national security threat, with all 47 counties potentially affected. Authorities are urging Kenyans to closely follow official security and disaster management updates to help protect lives and property. Channel Africa’…

African leaders urge end to natural resource plunder at 81st UNGA

African leaders attending the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York have called for an end to the exploitation of the continent's vast natural resources without meaningful beneficiation during their statements on Thursday. The leaders are also pushing for reforms to the UN Charter, argu…