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Egypt expels Ethiopian diplomat in growing rife over Nile dam

Africanews  

The tit for tat move on Thursday came after Addis Ababa expelled an Egyptian official, further straining relations between the two countries.

Mobile labs speed up Ebola testing in eastern DR Congo

Africanews  

In the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a mobile lab has been operating for two weeks, a welcome relief to staff at the nearby Ebola treatment centre who said that getting a test result used to take 72 hours.

Residents of Kenya's Lamu island fear damage from mega-refinery

Africanews  

The Kenyan island of Lamu is known for its stunning Indian Ocean setting and 12th century old town. Cars are non-existent here and transport mostly happens by donkey or traditional dhow sailing boat. But the island is about to become home to one of Kenya’s largest industrial projects.

Russian president warns Moscow will use ‘all weapons’ to defend Kaliningrad

Africanews  

He has accused NATO of preparing to blockade the strategic exclave which lies between two alliance members, Poland and Lithuania.

Pix of the Day, 2 October, 2026 - Across the world

Africanews  

Pix of the Day, 2 October, 2026 - Across the world

Tinubu's economic reforms draw mixed reactions ahead of Nigeria election

Africanews  

Nigeria celebrated 66 years of independence on Thursday, marked by a speech from President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu, who is running for a second term in January, said the country has overcome some major challenges since he took office in 2023, but citizens are skeptical.

Guinea's exiled former PM Sidya Touré to be buried in Ivory Coast

Africanews  

Sidya Touré died in Paris last week. His family said the former Guinean prime minister will be buried in Ivory Coast.

Carlos Queiroz leaves Ghana job again after just one month

Africanews  

The Portuguese coach had rejoined the Black Starts his September. His second departure comes after Ghana was beaten by Ivory Coast and by Gambia in qualifying matches for the Africa Cup of Nations last month.

Africa: All of Africa Today - October 2, 2026

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Guinea-Bissau junta blocks Embalo’s planned return, citing security concerns

Africanews  

In a statement Thursday, the military high command said the decision was based on national security, public order and the need to preserve social stability.

Early Lab

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EarlyHealth launches Early Lab home kits for early detection and screenings.

Ethiopia and Eritrea cut diplomatic ties as northern conflict escalates

BBC News Africa  

The diplomatic fallout comes as Ethiopian forces battle rebel fighters across northern region.

Ethiopia and Eritrea sever ties as Tigray fighting intensifies

Africanews  

Addis Ababa accused Eritrea of supporting the Tigray People's Liberation Front, which has launched attacks into the neighbouring Afar and Amhara regions. Ethiopia said it would expel 10 Eritrean diplomats and close its embassy in Asmara.

Making politics 'fun, trendy, sexy': How Gen Z could shape Kenya's next election

BBC News Africa  

A voter mobilisation campaign has registered huge numbers of young people but it is not clear who they are backing.

Solariski

Design Indaba  

Solar Thermal Technology as Local Infrastructure

Wool Waste

Design Indaba  

Harvard University’s Grinham Research Group has unveiled Upcycling Wool Ecologies, a project that transforms discarded wool into a rigid, bio-based cladding sys

Dangote: 'Nobody can make Africa great but us'

BBC News Africa  

Africa's richest man says Africans should take the fate of their continent in their own hands, rather than relying on foreigners.

The journalist who became king in Uganda

BBC News Africa  

Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I has been crowned king of Tooro in a ceremony attended by Uganda's President Museveni.

Son of Zambian bishop detained in post-election raid fears for his father's safety

BBC News Africa  

Trevor Mwamba was detained last month with other opposition figures and charged with treason, his son says.

Dekoda

Design Indaba  

Kohler’s Dekoda health tracker wins Innovation by Design Award 2026

Living Materials Laboratory

Design Indaba  

Found Associations Turns the Café Into a Living Materials Laboratory

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