Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on cruise ship bound for Cape Verde

The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection has been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.

Africa • 1h

South African police officer lowered into crocodile-infested river to recover human remains

Police suspect the human remains belong to a businessman swept away by floodwater last week.

Africa • 5h

Two US service members reported missing in Morocco, officials say

A search and rescue operation is underway for the service members, who are believed to have been involved in an accident, according to authorities.

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Africa: DRC's Rise to Africa's Top Five - A Moment Built on Minerals and Momentum

[allAfrica] A quiet but consequential shift is underway in Africa's economic order. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), long defined by paradox vast wealth amid deep poverty,is now projected to become sub-Saharan Africa's fifth-largest economy in 2026.

Africa • 10h

Nigeria summons South African envoy over attacks on its nationals

There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent.

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Kenya battles to stop the 'goons and guns' as fears of political violence grow

More than 100 gangs are operating nationwide as the growing use of political thugs raises fears of election violence.

Africa • 14h