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01:34

CMG hosts 'Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala' in Addis Ababa

China Media Group (CMG) hosted its special "Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala: The World Watches the CMG Gala Together" event in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Friday, marking a significant moment in the global celebration of the Chinese New Year.

Africa

07-Feb-2026

AU condemns drone attack in Kisangani, DR Congo

The AU Commission Chairperson emphasized that such attacks breach the fundamental principles of distinction, proportionality and precaution under international humanitarian law.

Africa

07-Feb-2026

03:54

The world marks International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that FGM violates universal human rights to life, health, and bodily integrity, leaving lasting harm on more than 230 million women and girls worldwide

Africa

06-Feb-2026

Children at risk as severe drought ravages parts of Kenya

In Mandera County, along Kenya's borders with Ethiopia and Somalia, villagers have been forced to drag dead animals away from their homes for burning, in a desperate attempt to keep away scavenging hyenas and the stench of decay.

Africa

06-Feb-2026

Burhan bars Hamdok's return, dismisses chemical weapons claims in war

Sudan's army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has rejected any possibility of former Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok and his allies returning to power, while also dismissing allegations of military chemical weapons use during the ongoing conflict.

Africa

31-Jan-2026

At least 162 killed by gunmen in Nigeria's Kwara state

Kwara state governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq condemned the assault, describing it as a "cowardly expression of frustration" by militants in response to ongoing counterterrorism operations in parts of the state.

Africa

04-Feb-2026

LATEST NEWS

AU Commissioner proposes Pan-African naval exercise in 2027

The African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, has proposed a pan-African naval exercise in 2027 to enhance cooperation among African navies.

Africa

09-Feb-2026

30 dead after attacks in Nigeria's Benue State

Two attacks in the space of a few days left 30 people dead in two neighboring towns in Nigeria's central state of Benue, long prone to inter-communal clashes, AFP reports quoting sources.

Africa

08-Feb-2026

South Africa launches local foot-and-mouth vaccine

South Africa has released its first locally produced foot-and-mouth disease vaccine in nearly two decades, as the country moves to boost domestic vaccine production to combat its worst outbreak of the disease in many years.

Health

07-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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INSIGHT AFRICA

06:01

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

08:44

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