Oprah Winfrey’s South Africa School for Girls to Close After 20 Years
Oprah Winfrey has announced that the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls will close its boarding school after the 2027 academic year. The South African institution, founded with Nelson Mandela in 2007, will transition into a broader initiative supporting young women through scholarships and educational opportunities.
Libya Migrant Returns Reach 512 as Rival Forces Launch Joint Air Command
Libya migrant returns reached 512 this week as the IOM facilitated flights to Chad, Mali, Burkina Faso and The Gambia, while Libya's rival military factions moved closer to unity by establishing a joint air command in Sirte.
Kizza Besigye’s Health Deteriorates as Ugandan Opposition Leader Lies Unconscious in Kampala ICU
Veteran Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye is unconscious in an intensive care unit in Kampala after collapsing during his treason trial. Family members and supporters are demanding independent medical access as concerns over Kizza Besigye's health intensify.
Ebola outbreak in DRC cases pass 3,000 as Bunia health workers strike
The Ebola outbreak in DRC has exceeded 3,000 confirmed cases, with more than 1,300 deaths recorded. Health workers in Bunia have launched a strike over unpaid bonuses, adding pressure to an already stretched response effort.
Kara Bridge Crash Kills One as Two Accidents Hit Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
One person was killed and two others injured after two separate crashes near Kara Bridge on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway within six hours, causing major traffic disruption and prompting FRSC diversions.
