A bus and truck collided in Mali, resulting in the deaths of 14 people and injuries to 29 others.

Climate change is fueling extreme weather events in Sudan, leading to devastating floods that have caused widespread destruction and suffering.

Deadly floods have swept through Nigeria, killing over 179 people and displacing hundreds of thousands.

Boeing, a leading global aircraft manufacturer, currently supplies 60 airlines with over 500 airplanes across Africa

The Ngwenya Glass Factory in Eswatini stands as a beacon of sustainable industry

In addition to the human skulls, investigators also found animal remains and skins at Godfrey’s shrine

Africa is experiencing a sharp rise in mpox cases, with nearly 4,000 reported in the past week, according to the continent’s public health body. Dr. Jean Kaseya, head of the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), shared this update during an online briefing on Tuesday. In the past week, Africa reported 81 mpox-related deaths, bringing the totals to 22,863 cases and 622 deaths. Despite promises of 380,000 doses of mpox vaccines from Western partners like the European Union and the United States, this amounts to less than 15% of what is needed to control the outbreaks, particularly in Congo, the epicenter of the global health emergency. The first batch of promised vaccines for Congo, including 50,000 doses from the U.S. and 15,000 from the GAVI vaccines alliance, is now expected to arrive on September 1 after delays related to documentation and emergency authorization. Congo has also requested at least 2 million additional doses from Japan, with negotiations reportedly advanced. The new mpox variant, first identified in Congo, is causing significant community transmission elsewhere, including nearly 800 cases in neighboring Burundi over the last month. The U.S. has donated 10,000 doses of mpox vaccines to Nigeria, marking the first known donation to Africa since the current outbreaks began. Nigeria has recorded 40 mpox cases this year. The Africa CDC is developing a unified response plan for the outbreaks, which will be presented to African heads of state in September. Meanwhile, health measures and hygiene practices are being promoted across Africa to slow the virus’s spread, though enforcing these measures is challenging in Congo’s displaced camps amidst ongoing humanitarian crises.

CrowdStrike lowered its annual revenue estimate after a software update caused a major global IT outage in July, according to its financial results statement released Wednesday. The American cybersecurity technology company forecasts annual revenue to come in between $3.89 billion to $3.9 billion for the full year of the 2025 fiscal year. The forecast is lower than the firm’s prior estimate of between $3.98 billion to $4.01 billion. “Working with customers to recover from the July 19th incident, we emerge as an even more resilient and even more customer-obsessed CrowdStrike, continuing to aggressively invest in innovation,” CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said in the statement. The global outage hit thousands of computers around the world and caused interruptions in devices using the Windows operating system. The company posted total revenue of $963.9 million in the second quarter for the 2025 fiscal year, a 32% increase from $731.6 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2024. Net income attributable to CrowdStrike came in at $47 million, up from $8.5 million, during that period. CrowdStrike shares were up 3.99% on the Nasdaq in after-hours trading.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced on Wednesday that Spain will introduce a new strategy for its relations with Africa in the coming weeks, with West Africa and the Sahel as priority regions. Further details were not provided. Sánchez, who began his three-day West Africa tour in Mauritania, where he announced an expansion of Spain’s circular migration program and increased cooperation against human trafficking, is now in Senegal. This marks the first visit by a Spanish prime minister to the small country of 2.7 million inhabitants. On Wednesday, Sánchez visited Gambia and is scheduled to meet with Senegal’s president and prime minister on Thursday. These three coastal nations have become major departure points for migrants heading to the Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago near the African coast used by migrants and refugees en route to Europe. Spain’s Interior Ministry reports that over 22,000 people have arrived on the Canaries since January, more than double the number from the same period last year. Sánchez emphasized during a conference in Senegal that while he strongly supports regular migration for its economic and cultural benefits, ensuring security remains a top priority. He acknowledged the complexities of the current migration context and reaffirmed Spain’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with African countries. The Canary Islands have seen an increase in arrivals, including many Malian refugees escaping violence, as well as young people from Senegal, Mauritania, and other West African nations seeking better opportunities. There is also a growing number of unaccompanied minors, which has strained local resources.

Due to ongoing heavy rains in northern Ethiopia, approximately 400,000 people are at risk of flooding and landslides. Tesfaw Batable, an official from the Amhara Region, highlighted the risks of floods and landslides in an interview with Amhara TV. He noted that continuous rains in 32 districts of Amhara have placed around 400,000 people in danger from landslides and floods. Batable described the situation as critical in the affected areas of North Gondar, South Gondar, and Wag Hemra, and mentioned that efforts are being made to prepare for potential disasters. The Ethiopian Meteorological Institute has also warned of an increased risk of landslides due to the heavy rains. On August 27, 23 people were killed in a landslide caused by heavy rains in Amhara.

The RSF has called on the international community to provide immediate aid to Sudan, which is facing a severe humanitarian crisis due to floods, famine, and ongoing conflict.

Ship carrying military cargo, including explosives, has been denied entry to Namibia’s port due to concerns about its destination and the potential implications for the conflict in Gaza.

Egypt’s military support to Somalia sparks controversy as Ethiopia raises concerns about the potential consequences for regional stability and the upcoming AU mission.

New agreements aim to reduce the number of deaths on the perilous Atlantic route.

Ten people, including a young child, were allegedly murdered by a traditional healer.

The hostages, including women and children, were released after a joint military operation.

Africa is desperately seeking funds to combat the surging mpox outbreak, with less than 10% of the estimated $245 million needed secured.

Across Africa, nations are intensifying their efforts to meet the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals

The raids, marked by fear and uncertainty, led to numerous arrests of South Sudanese refugees, who were accused—often without evidence—of collaborating with the RSF

Rupert, whose company owns global luxury brands like Cartier and Montblanc, saw his net worth surge by $1.9 billion, reaching $14.3 billion

The WFP’s Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is leading the investigation, focusing on allegations of fraud and deliberate misinformation

Namibia, a South African country, denied entry to the ship “MV Kathrin,” which was carrying weapons to Israel, into its territorial waters and Walvis Bay Port. According to Namibia’s New Era newspaper, Justice Minister Yvonne Dausab instructed relevant authorities, including the Namibia Ports Authority, to prevent the ship from entering the country’s waters. In a statement to the press, Dausab highlighted Namibia’s clear stance on Palestine, noting that a more detailed investigation by the Namibia Police Force revealed the ship was carrying explosives intended for Israel, leading to the ban on its entry. Dausab called for an end to violence in Palestine and emphasized that after receiving reports of the ship carrying weapons to Israel, she reminded authorities of Namibia’s international obligations, as indicated by both the Genocide Convention and recent advisory opinions from the International Court of Justice (ICJ). She requested that the ship be denied access to Walvis Bay Port based on these considerations. Dausab stressed the need for all nations, particularly African countries, to take a firm stance against Israel and reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to supporting the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and condemning ongoing genocide against them. No information was provided about the ship’s origin. Following Germany’s support for Israel amid genocide charges at the ICJ, former Namibian President Hage Geingob criticized Germany on January 13, stating that Germany cannot morally commit to the UN Genocide Convention, recalling the genocide and forced displacement of hundreds of thousands of Namibians between 1904 and 1908.

As of Aug. 26, Africa CDC reported total of 22,863 mpox cases across 13 AU member states

 Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, has received 10,000 doses of Mpox vaccine from the U.S. as part of the fight against the Mpox virus. The 10,000 doses of Jynneos vaccine, sent through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), were delivered to officials in the capital, Abuja. The delivery ceremony was attended by U.S. Ambassador to Abuja Richard Mills, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare Daju Kachillom, and other guests. Ambassador Mills stated that the vaccines would support the Nigerian government’s response to the ongoing Mpox outbreak. Nigeria has reported 39 Mpox cases this year. To prevent the spread of the disease, the Nigerian government has prepared a health declaration form for international travelers. The African Union has declared a continent-wide public health emergency in response to the rapidly spreading Mpox virus in African countries. Mpox virus is transmitted from rodents such as rats and squirrels or from infected individuals. Key transmission methods include touching body lesions, using contaminated clothing or bedding, and contact with body fluids. Symptoms can appear 5 to 21 days after infection and include high fever, headaches, back and muscle pain, swollen lymph nodes, fatigue, chills, and a rash similar to chickenpox. There is no specific treatment for Mpox; antiviral medications are used, and most cases are mild, with recovery occurring within a few weeks. In 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) renamed “monkeypox” to “mpox” to address concerns about racism and discrimination.