The Latest Breaking News from Africa

On February 17 and 18, the EU is inviting African Union heads of state to Brussels for a summit. In this debate at the European Parliament, we lift the lid on Europe’s relationship with its African partners and ask what the EU-AU summit might achieve. Major areas of focus at…

The latest blow to democracy is the explosion of coups around the world. Weak democratic governments that are failing to deliver are being overthrown. This global phenomenon has been most evident in West Africa.

February 10 marks World Pulses Day. A day dedicated to celebrating beans and lentils doesn’t seem worth getting excited about – but it should be. Because there are hundreds of forgotten and sidelined bean species that could change the game when it comes to improving global food security and cutting…

The World Health Organization’s Africa director Matshidiso Moeti says Africa is moving to the “control phase” of the COVID-19 pandemic and increased vaccination rates will be crucial in helping the continent live with the disease

Kellogg Co (NYSE:K) reported a fourth-quarter FY21 sales decline of 1.3% year-on-year, to $3.42 billion, beating the analyst consensus of $3.39 billion. Q4 sales were negatively affected by lapping an extra week in the year-earlier period. Adjusted EPS of $0.83 beat the analyst consensus of $0.79. Kellogg North America's sales decreased 3%, Europe…

A South African biologist is pairing up cheetahs to combat inbreeding which threatens their species

Good hygiene practices such as disinfecting surfaces and regularly washing hands with soap and running water are important in preventing all infections.

UN body also says continent’s case numbers may have been seven times higher than official data suggests

The Scottish Government money will go to Unicef to strengthen the health systems of Rwanda, Zambia and Malawi.