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China's zero-tariff policy benefits African exports and investment

China's zero-tariff treatment for 53 African countries is expected to create new opportunities for exports and investment across the continent, business insiders and officials from southern Africa said on Thursday.
12-Jun-2026

TALK AFRICA

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

This episode of Talk Africa examines Africa’s evolving narrative as filmmakers, explorers, and digital creators challenge long-held stereotypes and use social media to tell the continent’s stories on their own terms.
13-Jun-2026

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    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

    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

    Impact of AI on South Africa's youth unemployment

    While concerns persist that AI could replace some entry-level and low-skilled jobs, supporters of the technology argue it also has the potential to create new career pathways and improve access to economic opportunities
    03-Jun-2026

    The ABCs of Ebola

    Ebola is a severe and often fatal disease transmitted through direct contact with infected bodily fluids or contaminated surfaces. The latest outbreak in Central Africa has renewed attention on one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases.
    27-May-2026
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    INSIGHT AFRICA

    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
    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
    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
    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
    Watch: Nairobi Railway Museum preserves Kenya’s rich train history
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    At the Nairobi Railway Museum, artifacts from the colonial era are displayed next to symbols of modern progress.
    Nairobi, Kenya
    18-May-2026
    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
    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
    What begins as waste from the streets of Kibera becomes a complete chess set ready to inspire a new generation of thinkers.
    Africa
    24-Apr-2026
    Kenyatta National Hospital psychologist Joseph Mbugua Githiko says some days do not end well, especially when one of his patients passes on. "You invest your heart in them, share hope and comfort, and yet sometimes it's not enough."
    Africa
    07-Apr-2026

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