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Ebola Response: Statement from the Director General, Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)

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Ebola response statement from: On 15 May 2026, Africa CDC (https://AfricaCDC.org/) alerted the continent and the global community to the growing risk of

Radio News Release (Soundbite): Special Briefing on Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak Status | May 16, 2026

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Radio news release soundbite: Listen to the soundbiteDownload the soundbiteStay informed on the latest developments regarding the Ebola Virus Disease

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) shores up patrols in Nasir as communities cautiously return

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United nations mission in: Nasir in South Sudan’s Upper Nile state, was once a vibrant town, a place where families farmed, children played, and life

World Health Organization (WHO) convenes partners to strengthen Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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World health organization who: As part of efforts to support the ongoing response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the World

Dr. Rasha Kelej and African & Asian First Ladies mark “World Hypertension Day” by building Cardiovascular Preventive, Cardiology, Diabetes Care and Endocrinology capacity through 997 Specialized Scholarships for 52 countries

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Dr rasha kelej and: Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks ‘World Hypertension Day 2026’

Former Ivorian president condemns imprisonment of political activists

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Eighty-year-old Laurent Gbagbo was re-elected as leader of the PPA-CI party at its congress this week.

Shakira and Burna Boy release official FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem

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Royalties from 'Dai Dai' are dedicated to FIFA's fund aiming to expand access to quality education and football opportunities for children.

How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?

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An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.

Residents of Ugandan capital fearful after Ebola death at local hospital

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Ugandan officials confirm that a Congolese man who died at the health facility had tested positive for the highly contagious haemorrhagic fever.

Cameroonian MMA heavyweight star scores first round knockout

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It was Francis Ngannou's second mixed martial arts bout in four years and he immediately teased the possibility of new fights.

South Sudan marks SPLA Day for first time since 2013 civil war

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The founding of the SPLA in 1983 saw the start of Sudan’s second civil war which ultimately led to South Sudan’s independence in 2011.

Africa: Africa Must Stop Treating Presidents as Permanent Rulers

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[allAfrica] The death of former Botswana president Festus Mogae should force Africa into an uncomfortable but necessary conversation: why does staying too long in power so often end badly on our continent?

WHO declares Ebola outbreak an emergency of international concern

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Some 88 people have died from the highly contagious haemorrhagic fever in the DR Congo, with one death in Uganda, and at least 336 suspected cases.

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency

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The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.

Ngannou tells Jones to exit UFC contract after quick KO

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Francis Ngannou reaffirmed his claim as the best heavyweight in the world with a first-round knockout win over Philipe Lins at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Meets and Holds Talks with Egyptian Delegation

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Eritrea president isaias afwerki: President Isaias Afwerki received, at Denden Guest House in the late morning hours today, a senior Egyptian delegation

Eritrea: Preparations for Celebrating 35th Independence Day Anniversary

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Eritrea preparations for celebrating: Ambassador Zemede Tekle, Commissioner of Culture and Sports, announced that preparations for celebrating the 35th

Mali: Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM) must observe international humanitarian law and ensure safety of civilians as Bamako is under siege

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Mali group for the: The ongoing siege of Bamako is having unacceptable consequences for civilians’ freedom of movement and may lead to serious

Merck Foundation advances Healthcare Capacity through 2600+ Medical Scholarships across 52 Countries with African and Asian First Ladies

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Merck foundation advances healthcare: Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany commemorates World Health

South Korea: Thousands watch robot monks march through Seoul’s historic streets

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Four robot monks in traditional robes joined Seoul’s lantern parade ahead of Buddha’s birthday, symbolising Buddhism’s tech-savvy modernisation.

London on edge as Tommy Robinson backers and pro-Palestinian marchers rally

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Tens of thousands of people joined rival London marches for Tommy Robinson and Palestine, as 4,000 officers used strict routes to avoid clashes and keep order.

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