Africa
At least 10 soldiers killed in attack on base in central Mali
The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims, an Al-Qaida affiliate, claims responsibility,
5 DAYS AGO
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WHO urges Ervebo vaccine trial in DR Congo Ebola outbreak
WHO vaccine experts recommend a Phase III human trial of the approved Ervebo Ebola vaccine in the DRC to assess protection against the Bundibugyo strain. The outbreak records 4,053 cases and 1,850 deaths as response efforts struggle.
August 7, 2026
WHO pleads for more support to tackle Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization called Tuesday for more support across the board to combat the Ebola outbreak raging in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which is still outpacing response efforts.
August 4, 2026
Gunmen kidnap at least 52 people in northwest Nigeria: Residents
Kidnappings have become a major source of income for armed groups, including jihadists in the northeast and criminal gangs known locally as 'bandits,' who dominate much of the northwest.
August 3, 2026
Thousands cross into Spain's north Africa enclave in new migrant crisis
The sudden massive influx has sparked an international crisis for Spain's government, drawing criticism from Italy and Finland and prompting France to tighten checks on its border with Spain.
July 31, 2026
WHO says Uganda still at risk from Ebola spread in DR Congo
Uganda remains at risk from Ebola due to the ongoing outbreak in neighbouring DR Congo, the WHO says, despite the country declaring its 2026 outbreak over. The agency continues monitoring for 42 days and urges heightened surveillance and vigilance.
July 29, 2026
Six candidates in race to lead UN set for televised debate
Chile's Michelle Bachelet, Ecuador's Maria Fernanda Espinosa, Rafael Grossi of Argentina, Costa Rican Rebeca Grynspan, Guyana's Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett and Macky Sall of Senegal are all in the running to succeed outgoing secretary-general Antonio Guterres.
July 23, 2026
Over 1,000 deaths recorded in Ebola outbreak in DRC, Uganda: WHO
In all, 2,473 cases of the deadly virus, including 999 deaths, have been confirmed in DRC, while 20 cases, including two deaths have been registered in neighboring Uganda, according to a WHO overview based on official data from the two countries.
July 22, 2026
US to further restrict travel from DR Congo over Ebola
The United States says American citizens leaving the Democratic Republic of Congo may face a "Do Not Board" order after health screenings, as authorities seek to prevent the spread of Ebola.
July 15, 2026