Life & Development

Migration tops agenda as SADC leaders gather in South Africa

Ramaphosa has called on SADC countries to address the conditions driving people to leave their home countries.

More than 26 million malaria infections recorded in DRC in 2025: report

More than 26 million people were infected with malaria in DRC in 2025, according to official data released on Saturday.

US jury awards $29 million damages to family of Ethiopian Airlines crash victim

A Chicago jury has awarded $29 million to the family of an Irish-born United Nations employee who died in a 2019 Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 MAX crash.

DRC reports Ebola death in new province, official says

DRC health authorities have identified a person who has died from Ebola in a province not previously affected by the ongoing outbreak.

Kenya schools music festival turning competition into a celebration of culture, mentorship

Kenya's National Schools and Colleges Music Festivals has over the years become a meeting point for the country’s cultural diversity.

US revokes visas of 175,000 people including more than 100 expectant North African women

The US State Department said on Monday it had revoked more than 175,000 visas from foreign nationals under President Donald Trump's administration.

Iran's supreme leader in 'full physical health': Pezeshkian

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the two discussed people’s livelihoods, employment, and "the problems caused by sanctions."

DR Congo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 4,000 cases

Experts point to delayed detection, overwhelmed surveillance and military conflict as some factors that have impeded containment efforts.

Africa CDC says will use Zaire Ebola vaccine in current outbreak

Africa's top health agency announced on Thursday it would roll out a vaccine for a previous Ebola strain to counter the latest devastating outbreak in the DR Congo.

Why DRC's Ebola outbreak is spreading faster than previous epidemics

The Ebola epidemic in DRC is on track to surpass 4,000 cases this week and has been described as the fastest spreading on record since it was officially declared in May.

Ebola death toll in DRC tops 1,750 amid calls for concerted containment efforts

Health authorities called for an accelerated Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday as the death toll from the current outbreak rose above 1,750.

South Africa pushes for Africa migration talks after internal protests and Ceuta crisis

The South African government is pushing for Africa-wide talks while seeking to manage the fallout over anti-immigration protests that have forced many migrants to leave the country and caused diplomatic tensions with som

Drug trials show promise against Ebola strain behind outbreak: WHO

The World Health Organisation says testing of treatments and vaccines is advancing rapidly, as the outbreak continues to spread with 1,657 confirmed deaths.

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo began earlier than previously known: study

Science report says virus likely started in January in eastern mining town, long before authorities declared an outbreak.

Oprah Winfrey closing her school for girls in South Africa after two decades

Oprah Winfrey says she will sponsor a national scholarship program supporting academically talented girls at leading schools across the country.

South Africa says African Union backs broad migration debate

The African Union has backed a broader discussion on migration, a South African government official said on Thursday.

Fastest growing Ebola outbreak ever kills over 1,500 in DR Congo

The outbreak declared on May 15 is unlike most previous Ebola outbreaks because the Bundibugyo virus responsible for it has no approved vaccines or treatments.

Malawi stun defending champions Nigeria in Women's Africa Cup of Nations

Victory for Malawi was the second shock in the tournament after Tanzania defeated South Africa on Monday.

Barbra Banda scores four goals as Zambia beat Egypt 6-0 in Women's AFCON

Barbra Banda struck four goals for Zambia as they defeated Egypt 6-0 on Tuesday in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament in Rabat.

Ebola cases in DRC top 3,200, nearing record of the country's worst outbreak

Confirmed cases in DRC's ongoing Ebola outbreak have reached 3,262, its Ministry of Health said in an overnight update.

More health workers strike as Ebola cases in DR Congo near 3,000

The nearly 100 health workers said the unpaid bonuses were undermining morale and disrupting patient care.

India's education minister resigns after weeks of countrywide protests

The resignation marks the first major concession from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government after the so-called Cockroach movement held weeks of demonstrations.

Ancient Comoros medinas join UNESCO's heritage list

The ancient cities with palaces, mosques, public squares, and narrow streets, some dating back to the 12th century, are still inhabited.

Uganda to start mandatory monthly community clean-up to solve waste problem

Businesses across the country will remain closed during the exercise, while vehicle movement will be restricted, the Ugandan police said.