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Kenya Helicopter Crash Kills All Seven Near Mount Ololokwe

A Kenya helicopter crash near Mount Ololokwe in Samburu County has claimed seven lives. Authorities have launched an investigation as rescue teams recover the wreckage and identify the victims.

Kenya Triples Renewable Energy Target Amid Surging Power Demand

Kenya has tripled its renewable energy target to 5,500MW as electricity demand rises, but affordability remains a major concern.

Zambia Opposition Arrests Overshadow Vote Count as Hichilema Extends Lead

The Zambia opposition arrests have raised fresh concerns over the country's presidential election, with opposition figures detained as President Hakainde Hichilema maintains a growing lead in the ongoing vote count.

Fresh Fighting in Baidoa as Laftagareen Forces Clash With Federal Troops

Fresh fighting in Baidoa erupted as forces loyal to former South West State President Abdiaziz Laftagareen clashed with federal troops supporting Sheikh Aden Madobe, deepening Somalia's regional political crisis

DRC Ebola Outbreak Now Fastest Spreading in History as Death Toll Tops 2,000

The DRC Ebola outbreak has become the fastest spreading Ebola epidemic on record, with more than 4,600 confirmed cases and over 2,180 deaths. The UN warns the crisis is escalating rapidly amid conflict, displacement and funding shortages.

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Abeïbara Strike: Mali Claims 50 Fighters Killed in Kidal Operation

Mali's military says an Abeïbara strike killed at least 50 fighters in Kidal. Independent confirmation remains absent as analysts question casualty claims and the wider security situation.

CBN to Force Banks to Honour Domiciliary Account Withdrawals

The Central Bank of Nigeria is preparing measures to compel banks to honour domiciliary account withdrawals after complaints from customers who say they are being denied access to their foreign currency funds despite meeting account requirements.

Senegal Doctors Strike Begins As Diphtheria Outbreak Grows

A three-day Senegal doctors strike has begun nationwide, restricting public hospitals to emergency services only. The walkout comes as a diphtheria outbreak spreads across Senegal, with more than 100 confirmed cases and 11 deaths reported across 12 regions.

Kubwa Gas Explosion: Car Rams Into Station, 9 Shops And Police Post Razed

The Kubwa gas explosion destroyed nine shops and a police traffic post after a car crashed into a gas station near Liberty Junction in Abuja. The driver and a child survived as emergency responders battled the blaze.
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