Africa

Africa unveils continental cholera emergency preparedness, response plan

Africa has unveiled a continental cholera emergency preparedness and response plan for September 202

Côte d'Ivoire's President Ouattara submits official bid for fourth term

Côte d'Ivoire's President Alassane Ouattara has submitted his candidacy to the Independent Electora

Japan asks Nigeria to correct statement on 'special visas' for Nigerians

Japan says there is no plan to issue special visas to skilled Nigerians, asking the government of Ni

'Exceptional' 11,685-carat emerald discovered in Zambia

An 11,685-carat (2.3 kilogrammes) emerald has been found in Zambia, a mining company said.

Seven injured as train derails in northern Nigeria

A train derailed on Tuesday morning in northern Nigeria, injuring seven people, the national railway

Ghana begins inquiry on helicopter crash that killed ministers

The board set up to investigate the crash had commenced work and has 30 days to submit its report, t