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Five African teams eye World Cup knockout spots

Africa's hopes of making a historic impact at the 2026 FIFA World Cup remain alive, with three teams already through to the Round of 32 and five others preparing for decisive group-stage matches this weekend.

26-Jun-2026

Ramaphosa says govt 'will not tolerate' anti-migrant violence

26-Jun-2026

How Zimbabwe's ruling party views the CPC

26-Jun-2026

NGOs demand international action to avert 'atrocities' in Obeid

26-Jun-2026

TALK AFRICA

Africa's Paradox of Plenty: A Crisis of Energy Sovereignty

Although close to a dozen African countries sit on vast oil and natural gas reserves, many still suffered immediate fuel shortages and fiscal shocks, pushing Africa's "paradox of plenty" to its crisis point.

25-Jun-2026

Talk Africa: Who gets to tell Africa's story?

13-Jun-2026

70 Years of China-Africa Relations: From History to a Shared Future

30-May-2026

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Shared resilience of refugees and host communities in Chad

In eastern Chad, home to hundreds of thousands of Sudanese refugees, a different story is emerging amid one of the world's most pressing displacement crises. As refugees and host communities face shared challenges, traditional divides are fading, giving way to cooperation, adaptation, and resilience.

21-Jun-2026

Where discarded fabric becomes art

Known professionally as Kharsh, Kiswili has built a distinctive artistic practice around sustainability and storytelling. His portraits and illustrations are assembled from materials sourced from local tailoring shops, workshops, and factories across Nairobi.

18-Jun-2026

Africa's homegrown coaches eye FIFA World Cup glory

African football is increasingly embracing homegrown coaching talent as nations move away from relying on foreign managers. As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, they represent Africa’s growing confidence and ambition on the global stage.

11-Jun-2026

Africa battles Ebola outbreak yet again

Following the declaration of an Ebola outbreak in the DRC’s Ituri Province on May 15, confirmed cases in Uganda have raised concerns about regional transmission. Containment efforts face severe obstacles, including conflict, misinformation, and weak healthcare infrastructure. With the outbreak now designated a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), countries in Africa are racing against time to halt further spread.

08-Jun-2026

Madagascar's music industry faces concerns over AI-generated content

Madagascar's music industry is confronting the rise of AI-generated content, which is increasingly being used without artists' consent. Copyright authorities and broadcasters are being urged to strengthen oversight, while musicians emphasize the need to use technology responsibly to protect artistic identity and cultural heritage.

06-Jun-2026

02:32

Zanzibar deploys AI drones in malaria elimination push

Zanzibar has launched a six-month pilot project using AI-powered drones to identify and treat mosquito breeding sites, as part of its goal to eliminate malaria by 2029.

04-Jun-2026

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FACES OF AFRICA

How ‘Boda Girls’ are transforming women's healthcare in rural Kenya

01-Jun-2026

Faces of Africa - Kalthum Mohammad: The woman who talks to Boko Haram

11-Apr-2026

Faces of Africa - Dawn of the bees

30-Mar-2026

AFRICA IN PICTURES

Africa in pictures: The Gambia - 'The Smiling Coast of Africa'

21-Apr-2026

Culture, tradition take center stage at Chinese New Year gala

04-Feb-2026

Talanta Sports City brings Kenya's sports dreams to reality

17-Jan-2026

INSIGHT AFRICA

Caught between borders and diplomacy: South Africa's migration dilemma

A wave of anti-immigration protests sweeping South Africa is straining relations with neighbors that South Africa has long courted as partners in African unity.

Africa

21-Jun-2026

African nations push fisheries transparency at global Mombasa summit

African countries have been urged to accelerate fisheries transparency reforms to strengthen ocean governance, combat illegal fishing and protect the livelihoods of millions in coastal communities.

Africa

20-Jun-2026

Kenyan startup crafts eco-ride bicycles from bamboo

To combat climate change and urban congestion, Kenyan innovator Kiruri Murangi founded Bamboo Innovations, manufacturing durable, eco-friendly bamboo bicycles. Utilizing bamboo’s superior strength-to-weight ratio, this initiative reduces emissions, promotes sustainable mobility, and fosters economic empowerment by creating green jobs and technical training for local youth and farmers across Africa.

Environment

08-Jun-2026

05:10

How solar power transformed two villages in rural Kenya

Two villages in Kenya, ninety kilometers apart, share a story of transformation powered not by government programs or corporate giants, but by solar energy. Life used to pause when the sun went down. Shops closed early, classrooms went dark, and clinics struggled to provide even the most basic care. Today, solar power is changing lives.

Africa

24-May-2026

Creative home décor from recycled jerry cans 

Every morning after finishing his night shift at a hospital in Migori County, Nixtone Ambiche walked home through streets littered with plastic containers and broken glass bottles. To many people, the waste was invisible, just another part of everyday life. But for Nixtone, the trash spoke loudly.

Africa

21-May-2026

12:02

The garden that saved a school in rural Kenya

In Kenya's Makueni County, Mawani Comprehensive School is using a food garden to fight hunger, improve learning, and teach practical farming skills. The project is helping students and families build food security and resilience in a drought-prone region.

Africa

21-May-2026

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Watch: Nairobi Railway Museum preserves Kenya’s rich train history

At the Nairobi Railway Museum, artifacts from the colonial era are displayed next to symbols of modern progress.

Nairobi, Kenya

18-May-2026

02:05

Africa Forward Summit adopts Nairobi declaration

The two-day summit, co-hosted by Kenya and France, brought together more than 30 African heads of state and government, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, and representatives from international financial institutions, the European Union and the private sector.

Africa

14-May-2026

FIFA Women's Series ignited belief in Kenyan women's football

Between April 11 and 15, Kenya hosted Australia, India, and Malawi in Nairobi for the inaugural edition of FIFA's new women's series, a tournament conceived primarily to allow emerging football countries the chance to test themselves against teams from other federations.

Africa

09-May-2026

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