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Ebola outbreak declared in eastern DR Congo as regional alert raised

Africa’s top public health body has declared a new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s eastern Ituri province, raising concerns over cross-border spread in a region already affected by conflict and frequent population movements.

Radio France Internationale

Super Group (SGHC) Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Super Group (SGHC) (NYSE:SGHC) reported a record start to 2026, with first-quarter revenue, customer activity, deposits and wagering all reaching new highs, executives said on the company’s earnings call. Chief Executive Officer Neal Menashe said the quarter reflected “the strength of our strategy,

MarketBeat

New Ebola outbreak confirmed in the Congo with 65 deaths and hundreds of infections

The virus is highly contagious and often fatal

The Independent UK

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DLocal Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

DLocal (NASDAQ:DLO) reported another quarter of rapid payment volume growth, with management pointing to broad-based merchant expansion across emerging markets while also addressing higher operating expenses and a one-time tax adjustment that weighed on reported earnings. On the company’s first-qua

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Trump’s aid cuts linked to surge in violence across Africa, new study finds

The Trump administration’s move effectively eliminated over 90 per cent of foreign aid contracts

The Independent UK

In Sudan, a migrant community reveals a resistance to malaria: the genetic study helping shape medicine

Sudan lies at the crossroads of Africa and the Middle East. It has played a key role in human demographic movements, reflected in the diversity of its cultures and languages. Although much of the country is arid, the Nile River has long acted as a corridor for trade, facilitating human…

The Conversation

Ghana to repatriate 300 citizens after xenophobic incidents in South Africa

Ghana has announced it will evacuate 300 of its citizens from South Africa, following a spate of xenophobic incidents and protests against immigration across the country in recent weeks.

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Macron announces Paris funding conference to support African peace efforts

A conference on financing the African Union's peace efforts will be held in Paris by the end of this year, French President Emmanuel Macron said while on a visit to Ethiopia.

Radio France Internationale

DR Congo 2026 World Cup Preview: Overlooked Leopards Demand Respect

Gearing up for its first World Cup appearance since 1974, DR Congo hopes to reintroduce itself as a formidable African side.

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Bharti Airtel shares gain over 2% after Q4 results. Why Morgan Stanley sees more upside

Shares of Bharti Airtel rose over 2% on Thursday despite a 34% YoY fall in March-quarter consolidated net profit to Rs 7,325 crore. Investors focused on strong operational performance, with revenue climbing 16% to Rs 55,383 crore. Growth was led by steady momentum in the India business and resilient Africa…

The Economic Times

Indian pharma firms flood west Africa with powerful opioids despite crackdown: AFP investigation

Indian pharmaceutical firms are exporting millions of dollars worth of powerful tapentadol opioids to West Africa, fueling a deadly drugs epidemic, according to an AFP investigation. Researchers found these high-strength pills are being added to the addictive "zombie drug" kush, leading to a surge in overdose deaths and addiction across…

The Economic Times

African proverb of the day: 'There is no day that goes without the moon and no day that goes without...' - this African saying teaches why life always moves in cycles of change, balance, stability and why difficult times never last forever

African proverb of the day: An African saying highlights life's constant cycles of change and uncertainty, using the sun and moon's predictable rhythm as a metaphor for underlying stability. This natural order teaches patience during difficulties and emphasizes the importance of balance, reminding us that even challenging times are temporary…

The Economic Times

Macron ends Africa trip in Ethiopia with focus on UN reform and inclusive governance

French President Emmanuel Macron has concluded his Africa visit with talks in Ethiopia

The Independent UK

Homo erectus genetic material sequenced for the first time, and it shows 'deep genetic links' with modern humans

A new study of six Homo erectus individuals from China reveals one amino acid variant that distinguished this archaic human from all other human lineages and one that it passed on to modern humans via Denisovans.

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'I'm incredibly proud of my record' on Africa, Macron tells RFI

French President Emmanuel Macron says he is proud of how France's relationships with countries in Africa have evolved under his leadership. Speaking to RFI at the close of the Africa Forward summit in Nairobi, Kenya, he hailed progress towards a "partnership of equals".

The Conversation

Agriculture in Africa: science and research can’t make an impact without investment and good policies

Agriculture is the lifeblood of Africa. More than 60% of African households depend directly or indirectly on the land for their livelihoods. And the continent has nearly 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land.

The Conversation

Better-designed homes could cut three major child diseases by up to 44% – Tanzania trial

Malaria, diarrhoea and pneumonia are preventable childhood diseases that are major causes of death in young children. They’re transmitted largely in and around the home, where children spend most of their time.

The Conversation

100 million African children are not in school. What’s driving the trend and how to reverse it

Many countries across Africa have embraced universal basic education policies in recent decades. But recent data has revealed that more than 100 million children and adolescents remain out of school, out of a total potential population of 469 million. The latest statistics suggest that after some years of progress, the…

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Bharti Airtel Q4 Results: Profit falls 34% YoY to Rs 7,325 crore even as revenue jumps 16%

Bharti Airtel Q4 Results: Bharti Airtel reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 7,325 crore for Q4 FY26, a 34% year-on-year decline, despite a 16% revenue growth to Rs 55,383 crore. The company recommended a final dividend of Rs 24 per share and highlighted strong performance in India and Africa,…

The Independent UK

Rift forming beneath Zambia could tear Africa apart

Researchers say Kafue Rift could become new tectonic plate boundary and lead to break-up of sub-Saharan Africa

International Business Times UK

Hantavirus Map Hotspots: Growing Infection Rate Now Feared in the Following Countries After Cruise Ship Spread

A hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship has led to international quarantines and emergency measures as cases spread across Europe, Africa, North America, and the South Pacific.

Radio France Internationale

French companies expand presence in Ethiopia, despite security concerns

The Africa Forward summit, currently under way in the Kenyan capital Nairobi, reflects France’s efforts to reposition itself on the continent. An increasing number of French companies are choosing to set up operations in neighbouring Ethiopia – attracted by a market of more than 120 million people, despite a deteriorating…

The Conversation

Millions of farmers in Africa’s Great Lakes region face rising temperatures. Study predicts how crop disease and pests could spread

Farming in the Great Lakes region of Africa (which includes Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania and Kenya) is challenging because of changing environments and ongoing social and political tensions. These tensions include conflict over resources. As a result, agricultural productivity is low and there’s a high…

The Conversation

Africa has the world’s greatest genetic diversity, yet it’s missing from research: we’re filling the gap

Throughout history, most of the world’s genomic research has relied on DNA data from people of European ancestry.

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10 Rare Cat Breeds You Almost Never See in Real Life

Some cat breeds are so uncommon that even lifelong cat lovers may never encounter them in person. While millions of domestic cats live around the world, only a small number belong to rare or geographically limited breeds shaped by isolation, selective breeding, or unique genetic traits. These cats often carry…

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