East-Africa
Rwandan government criticizes UN inquiry methodology on DR Congo conflict
Rwanda has pushed back against a UN commission of inquiry examining human rights in eastern DR Congo, saying its conclusions…
External Relations
East-Africa
DR Congo Begins Clinical Trial of Bundibugyo Ebola Treatment
In a high-stakes bid to counter the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, a clinical trial testing two experimental treatments has begun…
Central-Africa
UN warns Ebola outbreak in DR Congo threatens 300,000 jobs
A resurgent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could deal a multibillion-dollar blow to Africa’s economy, with losses…
Southern-Africa
Former South African General Jailed in U.S. for Acting as Foreign Agent
Portia “Posh” Anyamba, a retired brigadier general of the South African Air Force, was sentenced to six months behind bars…
East-Africa
Africa CDC Warns Ebola Outbreak Is Outpacing Containment Efforts
Despite notable gains against Ebola in parts of East and Central Africa, the virus is still spreading faster than the…
Southern-Africa
Namibia Government Responds to Questions Over Officials’ China Visit
The Presidency defended the presence of private-sector executives on the head of state’s trip, saying it is a routine feature…
West-Africa
U.S. Sanctions Nigerian Companies for Alleged Terrorism Financing
In a significant move to curb terrorism financing, the United States has enacted sanctions against Mukhtar Adamu Muhammad, a financier…
Southern-Africa
UN Warns U.S. HIV Funding Cut in South Africa Could Cost Lives
South Africa’s hard-won gains against HIV could be thrown into reverse if the United States follows through on withdrawing support,…
Central-Africa
Ebola outbreak leaves more than 130 children orphaned in eastern DR Congo
As Ebola infections in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo climb past 1,000, UNICEF reports a devastating toll on families:…
Central-Africa
Democratic Republic of Congo Launches Free Healthcare in Ebola-Affected Region
As Ebola cases in the northeastern province of Ituri climb past 1,000, the government has rolled out free healthcare for…
North-Africa
Libya’s Political Process Regains Momentum but Progress Remains Fragile
Opening the Security Council briefing, Hanna Tetteh, the Secretary‑General’s Special Representative for Libya and head of the UN Support Mission…
