A DRC school fire has killed at least 26 children and injured 25 others in Bukavu, where authorities have launched an investigation

Douala floods have left a pregnant woman dead after heavy rain submerged roads and homes in Cameroon’s economic capital, with more rain forecast

Sudan chemical weapons allegations face a new media campaign challenging claims against the army as calls for independent verification continue

UK citizenship fees now total £1,839 for applicants, adding to the immigration costs faced by thousands of African migrants seeking British nationality

South Sudan elections face fresh concerns as a UN commission warns that violence, political instability and corruption could threaten credible polls

Uganda child malnutrition is expected to rise sharply in Karamoja, with Save the Children estimating that 154,200 children could be affected

Nigeria South Africa visits have been suspended by lawmakers amid concerns over violence targeting Nigerian citizens and other migrants

Six Nigerians are set to face US charges over an alleged $6 million romance scam that authorities say targeted more than 100 women

The Moroccan lawyers strike has been extended as legal professionals protest reforms they say could undermine their independence

Sudan peace talks face questions over the exclusion of TASIS as international mediators seek an inclusive process capable of ending the country’s war

The Anthony Joshua crash driver’s trial has been postponed to November 17 in Nigeria as he faces charges linked to the fatal 2025 collision

Spanish citizenship for Sahrawis has moved closer after lawmakers backed a bill that could benefit between 70,000 and 120,000 people

Morocco has denied involvement in the Ceuta migrant crisis after more than 70,000 people crossed into the Spanish enclave in July

Uganda is withdrawing from Prince Harry’s Invictus Games after its military chief said participation should not be seen as opposing King Charles III

A Bukavu fire has killed at least 24 schoolchildren, injured 29 people and destroyed more than 300 homes in eastern DR Congo

Houthis have captured Yemen’s Mocha port near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, raising concerns over a vital shipping route facing Africa

Foreign traders in Kenya have been given 90 days to regularise their status as the government says it is not imposing a blanket business ban

Eight new Russian cultural centres in Africa are planned as Moscow expands language, education, science and cultural programmes across the continent

Uganda’s Tooro king succession is in dispute after clan elders selected TV presenter Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma to succeed King Oyo

African languages are gaining new attention as young people use game shows, online learning and technology to reconnect with their cultural roots

An international quintet has discussed Sudan’s political dialogue, focusing on the ongoing war, participation and efforts to end hostilities

A new Angola oil discovery by TotalEnergies could add 6,000 barrels per day as the energy giant expands its exploration portfolio

Kenya has recorded 19 deaths linked to mpox as the number of confirmed infections rises to 1,298, according to the country’s Ministry of Health. The outbreak has now spread to more than 40 counties, prompting health authorities to strengthen surveillance and screening in areas considered particularly vulnerable. Mombasa has recorded the highest number of confirmed infections, with 452 cases. Nairobi follows with 320. Seven counties identified as high risk Health authorities have identified seven counties as high-risk areas because of factors including major transport routes and proximity to border crossings. Busia, Makueni, Kiambu, Kilifi and Nakuru are among the counties classified as high risk. Africanews reported that health officials continue to view mpox as a public health threat despite ongoing efforts to contain the outbreak. Authorities have called for stronger public awareness, increased surveillance and more screening around border areas to help identify infections and limit further transmission. Kenya also strengthens disease surveillance Kenya is also maintaining surveillance for other infectious diseases as health authorities seek to improve preparedness for emerging health threats. No confirmed Ebola cases have been recorded in the country, according to the ministry. However, authorities have introduced measures aimed at identifying suspected cases and reducing the risk of the virus entering Kenya. The government says it will continue strengthening vaccination, surveillance, public awareness and coordination between health authorities as it works to contain the mpox outbreak.

AI in Mali is increasingly being used to create propaganda, fake online personas and influence campaigns, according to a new study