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President Xi sends congratulatory message to 39th African Union Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a congratulatory message to Joao Lourenco, rotating African Union (AU) chairperson and Angolan president, and Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, chairperson of the AU Commission, extending warm congratulations to African countries and people on the 39th AU Summit.

Politics

14-Feb-2026

China-South Africa trade deal signals new era of economic cooperation

Africa

13-Feb-2026

Cultural exchange year deepens China–Malawi strategic partnership

This year, the Chinese New Year arrives hand in hand with the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges, giving the season a broader meaning that stretches far beyond national borders.

Africa

13-Feb-2026

Death toll in Madagascar cyclone rises to 36

The death toll from Tropical Cyclone Gezani has risen to 36, authorities confirmed on Thursday.

Africa

12-Feb-2026

04:46

Ethiopia seeks to sustain industrial park boom to boost manufacturing

Ethiopia's government is pressing ahead with efforts to sustain momentum in its sprawling network of industrial parks, a cornerstone of its manufacturing and export strategy. This is even as questions grow over whether the projects are generating enough returns to service the loans used to build them.

Africa

11-Feb-2026

African Union calls for DR Congo ceasefire

Angola's president and several African Union representatives Monday called for a ceasefire in the conflict-plagued eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after meeting with DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi in Luanda.

Africa

10-Feb-2026

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'Extermination' of Palestinians must stop: African Union chair

AUC Chairman Mahmoud Ali Youssouf urged an end to the "extermination" of Palestinians at the 39th AU summit, which also highlighted conflicts across Africa and convenes leaders from all 55 member states.

Africa

14-Feb-2026

03:02

China-backed boreholes bring water, jobs and resilience to Zimbabwe

A China-supported borehole drilling program launched in the aftermath of devastating cyclones and prolonged droughts in Zimbabwe is reshaping daily life, bolstering food security, sustaining livelihoods and opening new avenues for small businesses.

Africa

14-Feb-2026

Drone attack hike in Kordofan raises displacement, casualties: UN

A sharp increase in drone attacks across Sudan's Kordofan region has endangered civilians, increased casualties and displacement, damaged infrastructure and escalated aid needs, UN humanitarians said Friday.

Africa

14-Feb-2026

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US Exits WHO: A Wake-Up Call for Africa?

The US departure removes between 15 and 18 percent of the organization's budget.

05-Feb-2026

27:58

The fight to keep Baringo girls in school

In Baringo County's dry hills and plains, childhood often fades quietly before it starts. For many girls, school is a fragile promise overshadowed by traditions, with marriage waiting before they can even spell their own names.

05-Feb-2026

African-led mediation: When theory meets reality

This episode of 'Talk Africa' explores the latest AU-backed peace initiative on DRC and delve into the factors that ensure African-led mediation effective in ending conflicts.

31-Jan-2026

'Donroe Doctrine': What is it and how will it affect Africa?

The US is rolling out a new approach that could reshape global power and challenge long-standing rules of engagement. Called the “Donroe Doctrine,” this modern take on US foreign policy focuses on national interest, enforcement power, and regional dominance. In this episode of 'Talk Africa', we break down the Donroe Doctrine and what it could mean for Africa, the UN, and multilateralism.

24-Jan-2026

28:21

Exclusive with AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf

18-Jan-2026

Africa in 2025: Unlocking economic potential

The African Development Bank projects Africa’s growth at 3.9% in 2025 and 4% in 2026, with 21 countries expected to exceed 5%, highlighting resilience amid global challenges. How has the continent navigated these headwinds, and what challenges remain?

31-Dec-2025

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Addis Ababa undergoes major urban transformation

Ethiopia's capital Addis Ababa is going through a massive urban development initiative, known as the Corridor Development Project.

Africa

31-Jan-2026

02:45

Morocco fast-tracks smart transport to power urban growth

Morocco is positioning itself as a regional frontrunner in smart-city development as urbanization gathers pace across Africa and the Middle East.

Africa

31-Jan-2026

Reporter's Diary: Visiting Talanta Sports Stadium

With the Pamoja AFCON 2027 fast approaching, a historic tournament Kenya will co-host alongside Uganda and Tanzania, being inside this stadium made the excitement feel real. This is where some of tournament's biggest moments will unfold, and seeing it up close was special.

Sports

24-Jan-2026

Reporter's Diary: How a sign language interpreter bridges two worlds

Esther Eulolo, a sign language interpreter, bridges the worlds of sound and silence, facilitating communication between deaf and hearing individuals. Growing up in Mumias, her experiences with the deaf community, particularly during church services, inspired her to break communication barriers.

Africa

24-Jan-2026

Northern Kenya's drought: The role of pastoral movement

Northern Kenya's drought is hitting pastoral communities hard. As food shortages grow, moving livestock remains a key way families protect their livelihoods, land, and ability to survive worsening climate conditions.

Africa

23-Jan-2026

Long Way Home: Reclaiming Africa's Culture Heritage

As global museum systems increasingly confront the legacy of colonialism, the ownership of African artifacts is sparking a sustained and complex international debate. Artifacts taken from Africa during the colonial period are still widely held in European museums, and their historical provenance, cultural context, and ethical implications continue to be questioned.

Africa

08-Jan-2026

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A long road home: Finding belonging during Tobong'u Lore in Turkana

This story follows CGTN Africa reporter, Marion Gachuhi’s journey home from Nairobi to Lodwar in northern Kenya, to witness the Tobong’u Lore Cultural Festival. It is a story about cultural belonging and re-education, and of how the Tobong’u Lore Festival brings together the Ateker communities across East Africa to celebrate heritage, promote peace, and affirm identity.

Africa

28-Dec-2025

Africa's 2025 health check

Africa’s health sector in 2025 was defined by contrasts, achieving disease elimination milestones even as it faced some of its worst outbreaks in decades.

Africa

22-Dec-2025