Ebola Outbreak in DRC: 246 Cases, 65 Deaths as Unknown Strain Puts Vaccine in Doubt
The Ebola outbreak in DRC has triggered emergency regional coordination after 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths were recorded in Ituri Province, with officials investigating a possible non-Zaire strain that could complicate vaccine deployment.
India’s Opioid Pipeline Is Killing West Africa’s Young Men
An investigation into the India-West Africa opioid pipeline reveals how millions of high-strength tapentadol pills exported from India are fuelling kush addiction, overdose deaths and a worsening drug crisis across West Africa.
Macron Françafrique Backlash Erupts After Kenya Summit Interruption
Emmanuel Macron is facing backlash after interrupting a panel discussion during the Africa Forward Summit in Kenya, reigniting accusations that France still operates with old Françafrique instincts despite promises of a new Africa policy.
Sierra Leone Cocaine Crisis: How a Record Atlantic Drug Bust Is Tearing the Country Apart
The Sierra Leone cocaine crisis has erupted into a major political scandal after Spanish authorities intercepted a record Atlantic drug shipment linked to Freetown. Opposition leaders are now demanding answers over alleged criminal networks, institutional failures, and possible political connections to international trafficking operations.
West Pokot Gold Mine Collapse Kills 15 as Rescuers Race to Find Survivors Underground
At least 15 miners were killed after the West Pokot gold mine collapse at Rumos Hills in Kenya triggered a massive rescue operation amid fears more victims remain trapped underground.
