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Watch: Huge blaze after attack on petrol tank in Libya

BBC News Africa  

Firefighters are trying to contain a blaze at a large petrol tank west of the capital, Tripoli, which was targeted by unknown attackers.

Rescuers search rubble in Cali as Colombia’s strongest quake in decades hits

Africanews  

Rescuers in Cali search rubble after Colombia’s strongest quake this century, which killed over 130 people, left hundreds injured and many missing.

Spain’s Huelva blaze threatens homes, 800 evacuated amid severe drought

Africanews  

A massive wildfire in Spain’s Huelva province has forced 800 evacuations, burned around 20,000 hectares and comes during Europe’s worsening drought crisis.

WHO: DRC Ebola outbreak began months before it was officially declared

Africanews  

The Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo began months before it was officially declared, the World Health Organization told a news conference in Bunia on Monday. It’s now the fastest growing Ebola outbreak on record.

Zambia's President Hichilema rallies students ahead of Thursday's election

Africanews  

With just days to go before Thursday’s presidential election, Zambia’s president Hakainde Hichilema is on the campaign trail. Nearly half of registered voters are aged between 18 and 35, making young people a potentially pivotal bloc.

A burial row over Zambia's late president has turned its election into a hot contest

BBC News Africa  

Hakainde Hichilema was a shoo-in for a second term but the controversy following Edgar Lungu's death has dented his chances.

The great ledger correction: Why cancelling the debt of the Global South is restitution, not forgiveness

This Is Africa  

Global finance treats sovereign debt as a moral absolute, but a landmark Kenyan lawsuit is challenging this consensus. Rooted in Utu—prioritizing human survival over balance sheets—this legal battle exposes the

UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC accuse Infantino of breach of trust

Africanews  

In an open letter revealed on Monday, the three confederations said trust had been broken through deception, and that no individual should place himself above the collective that entrusted him with authority.

Ethics and Governance in AI Take Centre Stage at the AITHOS Forum on The Future of Education in Africa

AfricaDotcom  

The participants examined the safeguards, accountability measures and governance frameworks needed to ensure responsible AI adoption within educational

Libya’s central bank governor resigns without explanation

Africanews  

The governor of Libya's central bank, Naji Issa, has resigned without giving a reason, several reports said on Monday.

Women’s Month: Merewent Woman Turns Passion For Technology Into Thriving PC Repair Business

AfricaDotcom  

Growing up in Clausia Road in Merewent – an area affectionately known as Noddy Town - Natasha "Tasha" Moonsamy always enjoyed learning new things. Today, the

We are chasing Ebola virus - it is ahead of us, WHO warns

BBC News Africa  

Infection rates are high, adding to concern that authorities are struggling to get to grips with the disease.

Zambia: Economy at the Heart of the Electoral Battle [Africanews Today]

Africanews  

Three days before Zambia’s presidential election, the campaign is entering its decisive phase. Incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema is defending his economic record against his main rival, Brian Mundubile, as the cost of living emerges as voters’ top concern

SeerBit Integrates PayPal To Expand Global Payment Options For African Merchants

AfricaDotcom  

SeerBit, a leading pan-African payments company, today announced its integration with PayPal, enabling merchants across its supported markets to accept

Mastercard announces new lead for Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa region

AfricaDotcom  

Mastercard today announced that Yasemin Bedir has been appointed President of the company’s Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA) region, effective 1

Tanzania opposition leader Tundu Lissu's treason trial resumes

Africanews  

Chadema described the hearing as a critical test of Tanzania's commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and political freedoms, arguing the prosecution has been used to suppress legitimate opposition.

Israelis voice doubts over U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan

Africanews  

Hamas says it remains committed to the proposed roadmap and expects mediators and the United States to press Israel to move forward with the agreement.

Kinshasa skate festival aims to change perceptions of urban sports

Africanews  

As skateboarding continues to grow in popularity, organizers hope the festival will help establish urban sports as an important part of Congo's cultural and sporting future.

Kenya bids to host 2029 World Athletics Championships

BBC News Africa  

Kenya submits a bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships as it seeks to become the first African nation to stage the flagship event.

South Africa weather alert: snow, hail and icy roads disrupt travel

Africanews  

Heavy snow, hail, rain and icy conditions are causing major disruption across several provinces in South Africa, with a number of key roads closed. Motorists are being urged to drive with extreme caution.

Cameroon and Malawi reach the semifinals in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations

Africanews  

Cameroon shocked defending champion Nigeria and Malawi stunned Ghana to reach the semifinals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday and seal World Cup qualification.

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