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November 1, 2026
Uganda’s sugarcane boom leaves families hungry: what needs to change
Economy

Uganda’s sugarcane boom leaves families hungry: what needs to change

James Kintu

WHO Urges Vigilance as Kenya's Ebola Cases Rise
Health

WHO Urges Vigilance as Kenya's Ebola Cases Rise

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South Africa is going digital on VAT: what it can learn from the rest of Africa
Economy

South Africa is going digital on VAT: what it can learn from the rest of Africa

Amina Ebrahim

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Economy

Who gets the clean energy jobs and contracts? How Ghana and South Africa’s plans can do more for women

Who gets the clean energy jobs and contracts? How Ghana and South Africa’s plans can do more for women

Solar and wind could bring women jobs and businesses in Ghana and South Africa, but governments must overturn inequalities in access to skills, loans and assets.

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Elvis Korku Avenyo
October 30, 2026
Spekboom is nutritious, water-wise and edible – so why aren’t more South Africans eating it?
Science

Spekboom is nutritious, water-wise and edible – so why aren’t more South Africans eating it?

Could spekboom move from garden hedge to dinner plate? Scientists found most people surveyed would eat it.

Alba du Toit
September 19, 2026
Ethiopia’s peace deal is unravelling – what went wrong with the Tigray agreement
Politics

Ethiopia’s peace deal is unravelling – what went wrong with the Tigray agreement

Pretoria stopped one phase of one war. Its incomplete implementation left unresolved disputes that are now colliding.

Alemayehu Fentaw Weldemariam
September 30, 2026
IGAD Mobilises $7M as Ebola Returns to East Africa
Health

IGAD Mobilises $7M as Ebola Returns to East Africa

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development has released its latest PREPARE bulletin as Kenya confirmed two imported Ebola cases in October 2026, prompting a…

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October 24, 2026
Africa

11 million Nigerian children are going hungry: how this hurts their health and what needs to be done

Blessing Akombi-Inyang , UNSW Sydney Unicef, the UN agency for children, reported in June 2024 that around 11 million Ni…

11 million Nigerian children are going hungry: how this hurts their health and what needs to be done
Culinary

Seafood Dishes Define the Rich Flavors of Seychelles Cuisine

You may find yourself captivated by the vibrant tapestry of flavors that characterize Seychelles cuisine. Situated in th…

Seafood Dishes Define the Rich Flavors of Seychelles Cuisine
Togo’s Cuisine Delivers Bold Flavors with Local Ingredients
Culinary

Togo’s Cuisine Delivers Bold Flavors with Local Ingredients

With an array of vibrant flavors and textures, Togo's cuisine invites you to launch on a gastronomic journey that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage and abundance of local ingredients. Nest…

Warm Hospitality Makes Every Visit to Zimbabwe Memorable
Travel

Warm Hospitality Makes Every Visit to Zimbabwe Memorable

Beautiful Beaches Draw Visitors to Somalia’s Shores
Africa

Beautiful Beaches Draw Visitors to Somalia’s Shores

Warm Hospitality Makes Visiting Sierra Leone Memorable
Africa

Warm Hospitality Makes Visiting Sierra Leone Memorable

11 million Nigerian children are going hungry: how this hurts their health and what needs to be done
Africa

11 million Nigerian children are going hungry: how this hurts their health and what needs to be done

Blessing Akombi-Inyang , UNSW Sydney Unicef, the UN agency for children, reporte…

Seafood Dishes Define the Rich Flavors of Seychelles Cuisine
Culinary

Seafood Dishes Define the Rich Flavors of Seychelles Cuisine

You may find yourself captivated by the vibrant tapestry of flavors that charact…

Togo’s Cuisine Delivers Bold Flavors with Local Ingredients
Culinary

Togo’s Cuisine Delivers Bold Flavors with Local Ingredients

With an array of vibrant flavors and textures, Togo's cuisine invites you to lau…

Warm Hospitality Makes Every Visit to Zimbabwe Memorable
Travel

Warm Hospitality Makes Every Visit to Zimbabwe Memorable

Most travelers who make their way to Zimbabwe find that the heartwarming hospita…

Beautiful Beaches Draw Visitors to Somalia’s Shores
Africa

Beautiful Beaches Draw Visitors to Somalia’s Shores

Many people may not realize that Somalia is home to some of the most stunning be…

Culinary

Taste Bold and Flavorful Dishes in Nigeria’s Local Cuisine

Bold flavors paint a vivid picture of the culinary landscape in Nigeria, enticing the senses with a vibrant array of spi…

Taste Bold and Flavorful Dishes in Nigeria’s Local Cuisine
Politics

G20 Mobilises $2 Billion to Fight Ebola in Congo

The United States convened a G20 Foreign Ministerial on Ebola, resulting in more than $470 million in new pledges and pu…

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G20 Mobilises $2 Billion to Fight Ebola in Congo

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Trek with Gorillas in Rwanda’s Stunning Volcanoes National Park

Trek with Gorillas in Rwanda’s Stunning Volcanoes National Park

Many travelers dream of engaging with wildlife in its natural habitat, and there is no experience quite like trekking with gorillas in Rwanda's breathtaking Volcanoes National Park. Nestled in the Virunga Mountains, this destination is not only rich

Warm Hospitality Makes Traveling in Senegal Unforgettable

Warm Hospitality Makes Traveling in Senegal Unforgettable

Senegal is a country that welcomes you with open arms, offering an experience rich in culture, history, and, most importantly, a warm hospitality that makes your travels truly memorable. From the moment you arrive, you will find that the people of Se

Meet Local Artisans Preserving São Tomé’s Cultural Crafts

Meet Local Artisans Preserving São Tomé’s Cultural Crafts

You might be surprised to find that São Tomé and Príncipe, a small island nation off the coast of Central Africa, is teeming with vibrant arts and crafts that reflect a rich cultural heritage. When you step foot on these picturesque islands, you are

Togo’s Coastline Offers Relaxing Beaches and Rich History

Togo’s Coastline Offers Relaxing Beaches and Rich History

You may find that Togo's coastline is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Stretching for about 56 kilometers along the Gulf of Guinea, Togo is home to beautiful, sandy beaches that provide a perfect escape for those looking to relax and unwind. Wh

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Sudan’s rebel force has declared a parallel government: what this means for the war

Sudan’s rebel force has declared a parallel government: what this means for the war

Samir Ramzy , Helwan University - Sudan’s south-western city of Nyala in Darfur recently became the centre of a significant political development. After more than two years of fighting Sudan’s army, an alliance of armed and political groups backed by

Kenya’s large class sizes make it harder for teachers to help children learn

Kenya’s large class sizes make it harder for teachers to help children learn

In Kenyan classrooms, it’s not always practically possible for teachers to follow the recommended approach.

Cabo Verde's Democratic Institutions Face Pressures of Island Governance

Cabo Verde's Democratic Institutions Face Pressures of Island Governance

Cabo Verde maintains one of Africa's most stable democratic systems, yet the archipelago's unique geography and economic constraints create persistent governance challenges that test institutional resilience. The island nation's political landscape r

South Africa and China set up a quantum communication link: how we did it and why it’s historic

South Africa and China set up a quantum communication link: how we did it and why it’s historic

Yaseera Ismail , Stellenbosch University - A major breakthrough in quantum technology was achieved in October 2024 : the first-ever quantum satellite communication link between China and South Africa. The connection spanned a remarkable 12,900km: the

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Africa’s new credit agency: why it’s needed

Africa’s new credit agency: why it’s needed

Credit ratings have become so important in the financing of development that Africa has seen fit to build its own agency.

The world has changed. African countries must rethink how they grow their economies

The world has changed. African countries must rethink how they grow their economies

Africa still needs millions of better-paying jobs and higher productivity to reduce poverty. What has changed is the route to achieving those goals.

AU Leaders Warn of Funding Gap Threatening Agenda 2063

AU Leaders Warn of Funding Gap Threatening Agenda 2063

The African Union Commission has warned that it operates with only 30% of required staffing and approximately 25% of its global budget, as leaders gathered in Addis Ababa called for greater solidarity and resource mobilisation to keep Agenda 2063 on track. The 52nd Ordinary Session of the Permanent Representatives' Committee opened on 3 June 2026 amid a backdrop of geopolitical tensions, macroeconomic instability, and ongoing health and security emergencies across the continent.

Who gets the clean energy jobs and contracts? How Ghana and South Africa’s plans can do more for women

Who gets the clean energy jobs and contracts? How Ghana and South Africa’s plans can do more for women

Solar and wind could bring women jobs and businesses in Ghana and South Africa, but governments must overturn inequalities in access to skills, loans and assets.

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South Africa’s small sugar farms are producing less than they could: study finds ways to boost them

South Africa’s small sugar farms are producing less than they could: study finds ways to boost them

Isolated interventions are unlikely to help small sugarcane growers. Improving productivity requires integrated support systems.

Ghana’s businesses don’t always need costly tech. How to build on what’s already been done

Ghana’s businesses don’t always need costly tech. How to build on what’s already been done

Going circular doesn’t have to mean buying expensive technology. African manufacturers can innovate by learning from what already exists.

Refinery rivalry: billion-dollar oil projects expose East Africa’s long-running regional tensions

Refinery rivalry: billion-dollar oil projects expose East Africa’s long-running regional tensions

Rivalry has not disappeared from east Africa. It has simply been repackaged as competing ‘regional’ projects.

Geopolitics

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European Parliament Adopts Three Resolutions Condemning Human Rights Violations in Sudan, Nigeria and Pakistan

European Parliament Adopts Three Resolutions Condemning Human Rights Violations in Sudan, Nigeria and Pakistan

The European Parliament has adopted resolutions strongly condemning war crimes in Sudan, the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and the forced conversion and child marriage of a 13-year-old Pakistani girl. MEPs are calling for sanctions, independent investigations, strengthened judicial frameworks and intensified counter-terrorism efforts across all three cases.

AU Demands De-escalation Over Machar Detention

AU Demands De-escalation Over Machar Detention

The African Union has expressed deep concern over reports of the detention of South Sudan's First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, calling on all parties to uphold the country's revitalised peace agreement. AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf announced the deployment of the AU Panel of the Wise to Juba as part of efforts to ease tensions.

Lithium in the Sahel: how armed groups are exploiting the global scramble for the critical mineral

Lithium in the Sahel: how armed groups are exploiting the global scramble for the critical mineral

Armed groups in the Sahel are finding new ways to profit from the rapidly expanding lithium trade.

Sudan’s military is accused of using chlorine bombs: here’s how they work and what the law says

Sudan’s military is accused of using chlorine bombs: here’s how they work and what the law says

The use of chemical weapons has been outlawed for nearly a century.

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Wildlife Safaris Make Uganda a Top Destination for Nature Lovers

Wildlife Safaris Make Uganda a Top Destination for Nature Lovers

There's a certain magic in Uganda that calls to nature lovers from around the globe. As an adventurer exploring new landscapes, a wildlife safari in this East African paradise offers you the chance to witness remarkable flora and fauna in their natur

Craftsmanship Thrives Through Tunisia’s Pottery and Textiles

Craftsmanship Thrives Through Tunisia’s Pottery and Textiles

It's fascinating how Tunisia's rich heritage of craftsmanship continues to flourish, particularly in the realms of pottery and textiles. As you explore this vibrant North African nation, you will find that these art forms are not just a mode of expre

Lake Victoria Adds Natural Beauty and Adventure to Uganda’s Tourism

Lake Victoria Adds Natural Beauty and Adventure to Uganda’s Tourism

With its stunning landscapes and vibrant ecosystems, Lake Victoria elevates your travel experience in Uganda to new heights. As one of the largest lakes in the world, it spans the borders of Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, offering a mesmerizing blend o

Ancient Ruins and Desert Landscapes Define Tunisia’s Unique Tourism

Ancient Ruins and Desert Landscapes Define Tunisia’s Unique Tourism

You will find that tourism in Tunisia offers a remarkable blend of ancient history and stunning desert landscapes that create an unforgettable experience. As you explore this North African gem, you will be captivated by its rich cultural heritage and

Culinary

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South Sudan’s Local Dishes Celebrate Community and Flavor

South Sudan’s Local Dishes Celebrate Community and Flavor

Dishes from South Sudan are more than mere sustenance; they are a tapestry woven from the rich cultural heritage and communal bonds that define this young nation. Exploring South Sudanese cuisine offers you the opportunity to experience a unique blen

Rich Flavors Define the Unique Cuisine of Somalia

Rich Flavors Define the Unique Cuisine of Somalia

Just imagine the moment you take your first bite of Somali cuisine, where every dish tells a story woven with history, culture, and rich flavor. Exploring the unique cuisine of Somalia is akin to launching on a culinary journey that reflects the coun

Uganda’s Local Dishes Bring Rich Flavor to Every Table

Uganda’s Local Dishes Bring Rich Flavor to Every Table

It's not every day that you come across a cuisine that is as vibrant and diverse as Uganda's. If you're someone who enjoys exploring food culture, Uganda offers a plethora of local dishes that can tantalize your taste buds and bring a burst of flavor

African Grilling Traditions Transform Modern Kitchens

African Grilling Traditions Transform Modern Kitchens

Traditional African grilling techniques are reshaping culinary practices across the continent and beyond, with ancient methods gaining recognition among professional chefs and home cooks. The art of preparing perfectly grilled chicken using indigenous spices and time-honored techniques has evolved i

Health

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79 deaths a day: South Africa’s diabetes crisis needs a new strategy

79 deaths a day: South Africa’s diabetes crisis needs a new strategy

Diabetes is manageable. With timely support, people can lead long, healthy lives free from preventable complications.

Blood pressure rising: over 50% of Nigerians we tested had hypertension and over 65% didn’t know it

Blood pressure rising: over 50% of Nigerians we tested had hypertension and over 65% didn’t know it

Millions of Nigerians are living with hypertension without knowing it – and the gaps in diagnosis and care run deep.

Good gut bacteria vs bad: what we learnt about antibiotic resistance from a community in Nairobi

Good gut bacteria vs bad: what we learnt about antibiotic resistance from a community in Nairobi

Healthy microbes spread easily through everyday interactions like handshakes and sharing food or water. Disease-causing agents spread in a similar way.

IGAD Mobilises $7M as Ebola Returns to East Africa

IGAD Mobilises $7M as Ebola Returns to East Africa

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development has released its latest PREPARE bulletin as Kenya confirmed two imported Ebola cases in October 2026, prompting a reallocation of USD 7 million for regional preparedness. IGAD is now rolling out country-level consultations across its member states to translate the regional commitment into funded, implementation-ready response plans.

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Historic Sites Tell the Story of Uganda’s Rich Past and Traditions

Historic Sites Tell the Story of Uganda’s Rich Past and Traditions

Traditions play a significant role in shaping the identity of a nation, and as you explore the splendid tapestry that is Uganda, you will find that its historic sites are the threads that weave the story of its past and its cultural practices. Uganda

Music and Dance Play a Central Role in South Africa’s Cultural Identity

Music and Dance Play a Central Role in South Africa’s Cultural Identity

You might find it fascinating to explore how music and dance are woven into the fabric of South Africa's cultural identity. These art forms serve as more than just entertainment; they are vital expressions of the nation's history, diversity, and unit

Rwandan Fashion and Design Reflect Modern African Elegance

Rwandan Fashion and Design Reflect Modern African Elegance

You may be surprised to discover that Rwandan fashion is a vibrant tapestry woven from the nation's rich history, cultural heritage, and contemporary influences. As you research deeper into the world of Rwandan fashion and design, you will find that

Traditional Music and Dance Bring Senegal’s Culture to Life

Traditional Music and Dance Bring Senegal’s Culture to Life

Dance serves as a vibrant expression of identity, culture, and community in Senegal. If you've ever experienced the rhythms and movements of Senegalese music and dance, you know how deeply they resonate with the essence of the nation. From joyous cel

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How Hot Drinks Became Africa's Common Ground

How Hot Drinks Became Africa's Common Ground

Across the African continent, tea and coffee serve purposes far beyond refreshment, functioning as social currencies that shape daily rituals, hospitality customs, and community bonds. From highland coffee ceremonies to roadside chai stalls, the cup has long been a gathering point.

Africa's Food Culture: Street Stalls to Sacred Family Pots

Africa's Food Culture: Street Stalls to Sacred Family Pots

Across the African continent, food functions as both daily sustenance and cultural memory, connecting generations through shared ingredients and cooking traditions. From West African roadside kitchens to East African home hearths, the flavors of everyday life tell a story no menu can fully capture.

Urban Rhythms and Rural Retreats Across Africa

Urban Rhythms and Rural Retreats Across Africa

Africa's major cities offer distinct urban identities shaped by commerce, culture, and history, while surrounding landscapes provide accessible escapes for residents and visitors alike. The continent's diversity means that the gap between city center and wilderness is often measured in hours, not days.

Africa's Craft Traditions Weave Commerce and Culture

Africa's Craft Traditions Weave Commerce and Culture

Across the African continent, handmade textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts represent centuries of cultural knowledge passed down through generations. These craft traditions continue to sustain local economies while gaining recognition in global markets.

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Brown is beautiful: what Namibia’s capital Windhoek can teach African cities as they get hotter and drier

Brown is beautiful: what Namibia’s capital Windhoek can teach African cities as they get hotter and drier

New research shows how Windhoek’s ‘Brown is Beautiful’ approach could use its dry landscape to protect the city from heat, drought and floods.

A new class of metals could transform Africa’s clean energy economy – scientists explain

A new class of metals could transform Africa’s clean energy economy – scientists explain

Storing hydrogen in metallic materials is a promising avenue for extracting value from Africa’s minerals.

Africa’s rocks hold ancient stories. We need better ways to document and protect them

Africa’s rocks hold ancient stories. We need better ways to document and protect them

Africa has some of the world’s most important geological landscapes, yet they remain under-represented in digital geoheritage research.

Africa's Digital Leap Reshapes the Continent

Africa's Digital Leap Reshapes the Continent

Across Africa, a quiet but profound revolution is unfolding. From the highlands of East Africa to the coastal megacities of West Africa, digital technology is no longer a distant aspiration — it is an active, daily reality reshaping how people work, learn, trade, and govern. More and more, the continent is being recognized not merely as a recipient of global technology trends, but as a generator of homegrown innovation tailored to its own complex needs.