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The latest reporting from across the African continent
Central African Republic
Central African Republic Breaking News: Thousands Return to Am-Dafock as Security Efforts Intensify
More than 5,000 displaced people have returned to Am-Dafock in the Central African Republi…
Central African Republic
Central African Republic Cultural News: Gbanou Community Launches National Culture Day in Bangui
The Gbanou community in the Central African Republic has launched its first National Gbano…
Central African Republic
Central African Republic Health Care: Cholera Response Intensifies as Children Face Rising Risk
Health authorities and humanitarian partners are strengthening the cholera response in the…
Central African Republic
Central African Republic Technology: Bangui Moves to Strengthen Government Digital Infrastructure
The Central African Republic has advanced its public-sector digital transformation with a …
Central African Republic
Central African Republic Business News: Economy Shows Signs of Recovery as Investment Outlook Improves
The Central African Republic economy is showing signs of recovery, with the African Develo…
Central African Republic
Central African Republic Politics: Residual Elections Suspended as ANE Seeks New Timetable
The Central African Republic has suspended preparations for its planned September 27 resid…
Central African Republic
Central African Republic Breaking News: Major Solar Project Boosts Electricity Capacity by More Than 60%
The Central African Republic is receiving a major electricity boost after the 50MW Sakaï s…
South Sudan
South Sudan Culture News: Juba Moves to Protect Historic Sites as City Development Expands
South Sudan is stepping up efforts to protect Juba’s historic sites and cultural heritage,…
South Sudan
South Sudan Politics: Kiir Steps Up Talks Ahead of Key September 17 Political Dialogue
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has stepped up consultations with South Sudan’s political pa…
South Sudan
South Sudan Breaking News: UN Warns Renewed Violence Could Threaten December Elections
The UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has raised fresh concerns over renewed vi…
South Sudan
South Sudan Opens Rumbek Youth Computer Hub to Drive Digital Skills and Innovation
South Sudan has strengthened its digital transformation drive with the opening of a new Yo…
South Sudan
South Sudan Unveils SSP 11.34 Trillion Budget With Focus on Economic Diversification
South Sudan has proposed an SSP 11.34 trillion budget for 2026/27, with the government hig…
South Sudan
South Sudan Opposition Questions Juba Dialogue Ahead of Elections
South Sudan’s political parties are heading toward a key September 17 dialogue, but opposi…
South Sudan
South Sudan Steps Up Election Preparations as December Vote Draws Closer
South Sudan is intensifying preparations for its December 2026 general elections, with ele…
Uganda
East Africa Fringe Festival Brings New Wave of Artists to Kampala
Kampala is preparing to host the East Africa Fringe Festival, giving emerging artists a pl…
Uganda
Uganda Health Committee Raises Alarm Over Sickle Cell Drug Shortages
Uganda’s parliamentary Health Committee has raised concerns over prolonged shortages of es…
Uganda
Uganda Targets $500 Billion Economy Through Digital Technology and AI
Uganda is accelerating its digital transformation strategy, placing AI, digital infrastruc…
Uganda
Uganda Courts Korean Capital and Technology in New Investment Push
Uganda has launched a fresh trade and investment drive in South Korea, seeking Korean capi…
Uganda
Tooro Succession Dispute Deepens After New King Is Selected
Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom faces a fresh leadership dispute after Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanan…
Uganda
Uganda Withdraws From Invictus Games in Sudden Policy Reversal
Uganda has announced its withdrawal from the upcoming Invictus Games, reversing its earlie…