Tanzania confirms Marburg virus outbreak after initial denial
Tanzania’s president says she is “confident” the country will “overcome” the highly infectious Marburg.
Africa
Zulu king’s first wife fails to halt third marriage
King Misuzulu is embroiled in a row over whether a planned marriage to a new wife can go ahead.
News24 | Nigeria joins BRICS, pushing SA to 4th African member in growth and population
The big BRICS countries now have three formal partners on the continent with economies growing much faster than South Africa’s, and bigger markets in terms of population, if not available cash.
Kane’s advice helping Cameroon’s Nkoudou thrive
Finishing tips from Harry Kane are helping Cameroon winger Georges-Kevin Nkoudou in front of goal in the Saudi Pro League.
South Africa police launch manhunt for illegal mining ‘kingpin’
James Neo Tshoaeli allegedly ran operations at an abandoned gold mine where 78 corpses were discovered.
At least seven killed as soldiers clash with miners in Ghana
President John Mahama orders an investigation and asks AngloGold Ashanti to pay for medical and burial costs.
Marathon great Kipchoge to race London in April
Distance running great Eliud Kipchoge will return to the London Marathon in April.
Seven suitcases of suspected cocaine found in Sierra Leone embassy vehicle
Sierra Leone’s envoy to neighbouring Guinea is recalled to explain the incident but is not under arrest.
Amazigh New Year and vodún cheer: Africa’s top shots
A selection of the week’s best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
Ghanaian music legend who founded Afro-rock band Osibisa dies
Osibisa was one of the first African bands to gain international recognition, in the 1970s.
‘Mammoth task’ to identify South Africa mine victims, police say
At least 78 bodies and more than 240 survivors have been pulled out of a mine since Monday.
CHAN 2024 delay welcomed by three co-hosts
The decision to delay the 2024 African Nations Championship until August is welcomed by officials in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
News24 | Tongaat Hulett Zimbabwe to fire 1 000 workers amid currency crisis
Sugar producer Tongaat Hulett Zimbabwe plans to lay off 1 000 employees by August this year, a company official said, as it seeks to cut costs and survive the country’s currency turmoil and inflationary pressures.
Sudan’s army chief orders probe into alleged killings
The military has been accused of going on a rampage after recapturing a key city from rival forces.
Tearful Jabeur overcomes breathing problems to win
Former world number two Ons Jabeur in tears on court as she struggles with breathing difficulties during her third-round Australian Open victory.
Djibouti’s Mahamoud Ali Youssouf criticises African leaders for inaction on conflicts
The outspoken foreign minister will be vying for the African Union Commission chair in February
Efforts to rescue trapped miners in South Africa intensify
At least 78 bodies and more than 200 survivors have been pulled out of a mine since Monday.
‘I never thought I could play ice hockey in Kenya’
East Africa’s only rink is the one place in Nairobi where temperatures fall below 9C.
New suspected Marburg outbreak in Tanzania kills eight – WHO
The UN health agency says the risk of the virus spreading in the region is “high”.
Kenyan minister alleges intelligence agency behind his son’s abduction
Justin Muturi says his son was freed following President William Ruto’s intervention.
CHAN 2024 in East Africa postponed six months to August
The 2024 CHAN finals in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, which were due to kick off on 1 February, are postponed until August.