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DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Surpasses 2,000 Deaths as Spread Accelerates

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has killed more than 2,000 people, making it the country’s second-deadliest Ebola outbreak and one of the fastest-growing recorded. Health…

Africa News Now August 11, 2026

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Cameroon, Malawi stun giants Nigeria and Ghana to reach WAFCON semifinals

Cameroon and Malawi produced major upsets at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, eliminating defending champions Nigeria and Ghana respectively to reach the semifinals and secure qualification…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

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DR Congo Releases River Boat After Ebola Fears Prove Unfounded

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have released a river boat that was detained last week after fears that passengers could be carrying Ebola. Health Minister Samuel-Roger Kamba said…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

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Chad’s Déby Announces Presidential Pardons as Calls for National Reconciliation Grow

Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has announced plans to pardon several convicted citizens as part of efforts to promote national reconciliation and strengthen social cohesion. The president made the…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

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30 African nations Included in U.S. $20,000 Permanent Visa Bond Program

The United States has introduced a permanent visa bond program that could require certain travelers from 50 countries, including 30 African nations to pay security deposits of up to US$20,000…

Africa News Now August 3, 2026

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Cameroon’s New Bell Prison Finds a Voice Through Award-Winning Jail Time Records

Inside New Bell Prison in Douala, Cameroon, a unique music studio is transforming lives by giving inmates a platform to tell their stories through music, despite the harsh realities of…

Africa News Now July 27, 2026

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Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda Surpasses 1,000 Deaths as WHO Warns of Rapid Spread

The death toll from the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda has surpassed 1,000, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), as health authorities…

Africa News Now July 22, 2026

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Angolan Court Jails Two Russians for Terrorism and Espionage Ahead of 2027 Elections

An Angolan court has sentenced two Russian nationals to prison after finding them guilty of terrorism, espionage and other offences linked to an alleged political influence operation ahead of the…

Africa News Now July 22, 2026

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Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Submit Joint Bid to Host 2032 AFCON

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have officially launched a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking the first major sporting initiative by the three countries…

Africa News Now July 22, 2026

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DR Congo Opposition Suspends Protests as National Dialogue Begins

Opposition parties in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have postponed planned nationwide protests after President Félix Tshisekedi agreed to launch a national dialogue aimed at easing growing political…

Africa News Now July 22, 2026

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UNAIDS Chief Urges Africa to Increase Domestic Health Funding Amid Declining Foreign Aid

The Executive Director of UNAIDS, Winnie Byanyima, has called for a fundamental shift in how African countries finance healthcare, urging governments to reduce their dependence on foreign aid and invest…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026