Cabo Verde, Mauritius and Seychelles eliminate measles
In a significant public health achievement, Cabo Verde, Mauritius and Seychelles have eliminated measles and rubella, becoming the first sub-Saharan countries to attain this milestone. The three countries were verified by the African Regional Verification Commission for Measles and Rubella Elimination, established by World Health Organization (WHO). Cabo Verde, Mauritius
Ethiopia reports suspected viral haemorrhagic fever outbreak
Health authorities in Ethiopia are carrying out further investigations and ramping up response after suspected cases of viral haemorrhagic fever were reported in the country’s South Ethiopia Region. In support, the World Health Organization (WHO) is deploying an initial team of responders and delivering medical supplies to assist in the
Coca-Cola HBC signs $2.6 billion deal to acquire 75% of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa
Coca-Cola HBC has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire a 75% stake in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) from The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC) and Gutsche Family Investments (GFI) for a total consideration of $2.6 billion. The deal values CCBA at $3.4 billion, marking one of the largest transactions in the recent
Last Ebola patient in DRC discharged
The last Ebola patient in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was discharged today, marking an important milestone in the efforts to end the outbreak. The recovery kicks off a 42-day countdown to declaring the outbreak over if no further cases are confirmed. A total of 19 patients have recovered
DRC Seeks Investors to Unlock 90% of it Untapped Minerals
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is seeking investment partners to unlock 90% of its mineral resources which remain untapped. Speaking at African Mining Week 2025 in Cape Town, Louis Watum Kabamba, DRC Minister of Mines, urged industry leaders to partner with the country in driving sustainable mining sector growth.
Why Former Congolese president sentenced to death
Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila has been sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes and treason. The charges concern accusations that Kabila has been supporting the M23, a rebel group who have wreaked devastation across the country’s eastern region. Kabila was convicted on Friday by a
UPDF kills Key Al-Shabaab Commander in Somalia
Ugandan troops serving under the African Union Support Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have eliminated a key Al-Shabaab commander during a successful operation in the Lower Shabelle region. Osman Hussein Bune Amiir, widely known as the general commander of Al-Shabaab fighters in Lower Shabelle, was killed in a tactical ambush conducted near
Finalists Announced for the 2025 AWIEF Awards
The Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has announced the finalists for the prestigious AWIEF Awards for 2025. Held annually as part of the AWIEF Conference, the AWIEF Awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of women entrepreneurs and business leaders across the African continent. The aim is to shine a
UPDF Troops in UNGU-XI Urged to Maintain Vigilance in Somalia
Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU-XI) have been cautioned against complacency as they enter the second half of their tour of duty in Somalia. The warning came from UNGU-XI Commander, Lieutenant Colonel Peter Ruyogoza Barigye, during a meeting with officers and
Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Two Ministers
The President of the African Development Bank Group, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has extended heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Ghana following Wednesday’s tragic helicopter crash, which claimed the lives of eight people, including two ministers. “I am deeply saddened by the helicopter crash that led to the loss of
