Africa is racing to expand hydroelectric power to close its massive energy deficit, utilizing only about 10% to 15% of its vast potential across major river basins like the Nile, Congo, and Zambezi. Tanzania is the latest to join the race with the inauguration of the 2,115-megawatt Julius Nyerere Hydropower Plant, a landmark project expected to strengthen electricity supply and accelerate industrial and economic development

Africa on track to develop its economy using renewable and efficient energy

Chad's president Mahamat Déby has pardoned political rival and former prime minister succès masra who was serving a 20-year sentence, paving the way for his release from prison. The decision to pardon masra comes four days after the president promised to free several convicted individuals - to foster national unity, peace and reconciliation


Chad President's pardon on rival widely seen as a calculated political strategy

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has thanked African Union forces for years of support while calling for their eventual departure from the country. Arguing that Somalia is now better equipped to handle its own security challenges, the president said the nation can increasingly take responsibility for protecting its people and territory. The announcement marks a significant moment in Somalia’s long journey toward stability, sovereignty and self-reliance.


Somalia move towards greater national control of its security

China’s yuan is steadily expanding its influence across Africa, moving beyond trade settlements into banking, debt financing, investment, and even tax collection systems. As Beijing strengthens financial links with African economies, it is also building the infrastructure needed to support wider yuan adoption. The shift reflects growing efforts by several countries to diversify away from the U.S. dollar and deepen economic ties with China. Could the yuan emerge as Africa’s leading alternative currency for trade and finance?

Yuan builds a financial foothold in Africa 

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has killed 2,325 people, surpassing the 2,299 deaths recorded during the 2018–2020 epidemic. The toll makes the current outbreak the deadliest Ebola outbreak recorded in the country's history.

Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest in DR Congo's history

A senior French diplomat is facing disciplinary action after an investigation into a pattern of private visits by young women to his official residence in the Central African Republic.  The conduct allegedly breached diplomatic security rules and triggered concern among elite French security officers. 

Report: French ambassador in Africa 'invited women for sex' 

Kano state in Nigeria married off 1,500 couples in a single ceremony on Friday as part of a government initiative to help low-income residents cover marriage costs and support family stability.

Kano hosts a mass wedding for couples facing the cost of marriage

Africa’s lions are under pressure from shrinking habitat, growing settlements and conflict with people living close to wildlife areas. The warning comes as conservationists mark world lion day, with experts in Kenya pointing to retaliatory killings and poisoning as major threats to the continent’s top predator


Human expansion is putting Africa’s big cats under pressure

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is battling its fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record, with more than 3,800 confirmed cases and over 1,700 deaths reported since the epidemic was declared in May.

Health officials say the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has spread across multiple provinces, with nearly 90% of infections concentrated in Ituri Province. The World Health Organization (WHO) and Africa CDC have warned that the outbreak continues to worsen due to armed conflict, attacks on healthcare facilities, funding shortages, and low community trust.

With no approved vaccine or treatment available for the Bundibugyo strain, experimental vaccines and therapies have been fast-tracked into clinical trials. Canada has approved a Phase 1 human trial of an mRNA vaccine specifically targeting this Ebola variant, becoming only the second country after the United Kingdom to authorize such testing.

DR Congo Faces Worst-Ever Ebola Outbreak | Over 3,800 Cases, WHO Rushes Experimental Vaccine Trials

Algeria's parliament elected its first ever woman speaker, making Khalida Boufedeche the fourth-highest ranking official in the country.

Algerian parliament elects Khalida Boufedeche its first woman speaker

A major controversy has erupted after a map of Africa displayed by the U.S. State Department at the AIDS 2026 Conference in Rio de Janeiro reportedly mislabeled every African country.

The incorrect map quickly drew criticism from delegates and observers after analyses found major geographical errors, including Nigeria being shown as a landlocked country in the Sahara, Mozambique placed in the Horn of Africa, and Ivory Coast located on the wrong side of the continent.

The controversy deepened after reports revealed that the presentation slide contained an AI watermark, indicating it had been created using OpenAI tools. The U.S. State Department accepted responsibility for the mistake, saying a staff member hastily modified the presentation before the event. OpenAI said it was investigating the reports surrounding the incident.

U.S. Govt's Map of Africa Sparks Controversy | Wion 

A map displayed by the U.S. government during the AIDS 2026 Conference in Rio de Janeiro has sparked controversy after reports claimed that every African country was incorrectly labelled or misplaced.

The map reportedly showed Nigeria as a landlocked country, placed Mozambique in the Horn of Africa, and positioned Ivory Coast on the wrong side of the continent. The slide also reportedly carried an OpenAI watermark, raising questions about whether AI-generated content was used without proper verification.

U.S. Sparks Controversy After Mislabeling Every African Country on Conference Map

At least five Kenyan police officers have been killed in a deadly attack allegedly carried out by the Somali militant group Al-Shabaab. The assault highlights the continuing security challenges along the Kenya-Somalia border, where militants have repeatedly targeted security personnel and civilians.
Authorities have launched investigations and intensified security operations in the affected area as concerns grow over cross-border militant activity. The latest attack underscores the persistent threat posed by Al-Shabaab despite ongoing counterterrorism efforts in the region.

Somali Militant Group Attacks Kenyan Officers, 5 Killed | Wion News 

A South African couple found themselves in a rare situation when they witnessed a humpback whale “supergroup” consisting of nearly 300 of the giant marine mammals gathering together.


Humpback Whale supergroup stuns South Africa 

At least 30 people were killed when armed men attacked a village in Nigeria's ​northwestern Kaduna state early on Monday, two ‌residents said.
Dogon Rana, secretary to the village head, said gunmen stormed the community shooting randomly and burning houses. Eight ​children were among the dead, while four ​other people sustained injuries.

Gunmen storm Naridon village in Kaduna, eight children among those killed

Hundreds of togolese protesters took to the streets of the coastal town of Vogan to demand the restoration of Togo’s previous constitution, saying the 2024 reforms have allowed longtime leader faure gnassingbé to remain in power indefinitely.


Togo opposition groups demand old constitution back

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to worsen, with confirmed cases now crossing 2,473 and nearly 1,000 lives lost. The Bundibugyo strain, which has no approved vaccine or treatment, is spreading fastest through Ituri and North Kivu provinces, with cases also reported beyond DRC's borders. Health workers are racing against time as hospitals fill up and containment efforts struggle in remote, conflict-affected regions.


Ebola crisis deepens in DR Congo: 2,473 confirmed cases as virus spreads across provinces

Africa has become the continent with the highest number of people suffering from hunger, according to the UN's latest State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2026 report. Nearly 309 million Africans, or 20% of the continent's population, are facing undernourishment despite a slight improvement in hunger rates.

The report highlights that 66.6% of Africans cannot afford a healthy diet, more than double the level recorded in Asia. Climate change, armed conflicts, economic hardship, rising food prices, and the impact of the Iran conflict on energy and fertilizer costs have worsened food insecurity across the continent.

Africa becomes world's hunger epicentre | 309 million face food crisis

A monkey with striking orange lips and a black furry coat has been officially recognised as a new species in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Colobus Congoensis: Fifth new monkey species identified in Africa the last 75 years 

Ebola frontline workers in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo have gone on strike over months of unpaid salaries, disrupting response efforts in one of the country's most vulnerable regions. The protest highlights growing concerns over delayed funding and the impact on healthcare workers battling infectious disease outbreaks.

Ebola frontline workers protest delayed pay in Northeast DR Congo

US envoy Frank Garcia is expected to present a proposed migration deal to Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during high-level talks.
The discussions are likely to focus on migration cooperation, regional security, and strengthening bilateral ties between the United States and Nigeria. The proposed agreement comes amid broader international efforts to address migration challenges and enhance strategic partnerships.

Envoy Frank Garcia in Nigeria, Tour to Focus on Security & Counter-terrorism

South African artist Credo Daniels is among a growing number of African musicians using artificial intelligence to create music. While supporters see AI as a powerful creative tool, critics argue that it raises important questions about originality and the future of artistic expression.


South African artist experiment with AI driven music sparks debate

The violence reveals the huge security problem facing Mali’s military leaders, who staged coups in 2020 and 2021, promising to end what is now a more than decade-long uprising.


Militants torment the junta government in Mali, Niger as sporadic attacks rise

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday called for $18 million in urgent funding to support trials of experimental Ebola treatments in the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that delays could jeopardize efforts to contain the outbreak.


Ebola outbreak: Trial for Bundibugyo Ebola treatment starts in DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is battling a worsening Ebola outbreak, with more than 1,200 reported cases and over 360 deaths. Authorities have imposed restrictions on mass gatherings and intensified public health measures to curb the spread of the deadly virus. Health officials are ramping up surveillance, contact tracing, and treatment efforts as concerns grow over the outbreak's impact on communities and the country's healthcare system.

Ebola outbreak: DRC reports over 1,200 cases & 360 deaths

Africa has made history at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with nine of its 10 teams qualifying for the Round of 32. This is the highest number of African teams ever to reach the knockout stage in a single tournament. The previous record was two teams, set in 2014 when Algeria and Nigeria advanced in Brazil. Before this tournament, only six African nations had ever reached the World Cup knockout stage. This year, Morocco, South Africa, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Egypt, Algeria, Congo and Cabo Verde all secured places in the Round of 32. Tunisia was the only African team to miss out.&nbsp;Algeria confirmed its place after a thrilling 3-3 draw against Austria on Sunday. With the score tied 2-2 in stoppage time, captain Riyad Mahrez scored what looked like the winning goal, however, Austria equalised with the final kick of the match. The draw was enough for both teams to qualify.&nbsp;The Democratic Republic of Congo also created history by coming from behind to beat Uzbekistan 3-1. It was the country’s first-ever World Cup victory and earned it a place in the knockout stage for the first time. Congo will now face England in the Round of 32.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-day-17-recap-portugal-play-draw-but-through-r32-and-more-results-1782623397224">FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 17 Recap: Portugal play draw but through R32 and more results</a>&nbsp;Cabo Verde continued its impressive run by drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia. The team advanced after three consecutive draws, having also held Spain and Uruguay. It became the first team since Chile in 1998 to reach the knockout stage without winning a group match.

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Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-round-of-32-complete-match-schedule-teams-venues-and-live-streaming-details-1782620753683">FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: Complete match schedule, teams, venues and live streaming details</a>&nbsp;Morocco, the first African nation to reach a World Cup semifinal in 2022, has once again impressed by drawing 1-1 with Brazil during the group stage and remains one of the tournament’s strongest teams.&nbsp;While Africa celebrates a record nine teams in the Round of 32, Asia has only two representatives in the knockout stage, Japan and Australia.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Africa made World Cup history as nine of its 10 teams qualified for the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup 2026. This breaks the previous record, where only two African teams had reached the knockout stage in a single tournament.

Africa has made history at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with nine of its 10 teams qualifying for the Round of 32. This is the highest number of African teams ever to reach the knockout stage in a single tournament. The previous record was two teams, set in 2014 when Algeria and Nigeria advanced in Brazil. Before this tournament, only six African nations had ever reached the World Cup knockout stage. This year, Morocco, South Africa, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Egypt, Algeria, Congo and Cabo Verde all secured places in the Round of 32. Tunisia was the only African team to miss out. Algeria confirmed its place after a thrilling 3-3 draw against Austria on Sunday. With the score tied 2-2 in stoppage time, captain Riyad Mahrez scored what looked like the winning goal, however, Austria equalised with the final kick of the match. The draw was enough for both teams to qualify. The Democratic Republic of Congo also created history by coming from behind to beat Uzbekistan 3-1. It was the country’s first-ever World Cup victory and earned it a place in the knockout stage for the first time. Congo will now face England in the Round of 32. Also Read - FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 17 Recap: Portugal play draw but through R32 and more results Cabo Verde continued its impressive run by drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia. The team advanced after three consecutive draws, having also held Spain and Uruguay. It became the first team since Chile in 1998 to reach the knockout stage without winning a group match.

Africa made World Cup history as nine of its 10 teams qualified for the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup 2026. This breaks the previous record, where only two African teams had reached the knockout stage in a single tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Nine out of ten African nations advance to Round of 32

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has intensified, raising fresh public health concerns. Health authorities are working to contain the virus through surveillance, contact tracing, and treatment efforts. 


Ebola outbreak: Death toll in DRC reaches 304 as outbreak intensifies

Tensions are rising in South Africa as authorities step up security ahead of a June 30 deadline for migrant returns. Reports say hundreds of African immigrants are leaving the country amid growing anti-immigration sentiment and enforcement actions. The situation has sparked concern over regional stability, human rights, and economic impact, as communities prepare for possible further developments in the coming days.


South Africa: Security Beefed Up Ahead of June 30 Deadline for Migrant Returns 

A doctor returning from DR Congo has tested positive for Ebola, triggering contact tracing and isolation measures in France. Health authorities say the risk remains contained, but the case has renewed focus on cross-border disease surveillance.

France Confirms First Ebola Case After Doctor Returns From DRC

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is worsening, prompting the United States to offer an experimental drug to help contain the deadly virus. The treatment will be used for emergency care and clinical trials as health authorities race to prevent further spread. The move signals a shift from a more restrictive access approach and highlights growing international efforts to support Congo's response.


US Offers Experimental Drug to DR Congo

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