The Latest Breaking News from Africa

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

The Independent UK · May 13

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.

International Business Times UK · May 13

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…

Radio France Internationale · May 12

Furious Macron demands silence from audience in Kenya and accuses them of ‘total lack of respect’

Some African politicians took offence at the French president’s ‘condescending’ outburst

The Independent UK · May 12

Macron thanks Kipchoge for 'patience' after Nairobi morning run

Macron joined marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge for an early morning run in Nairobi on day three of his Africa tour, later thanking the two-time Olympic champion for his "patience."

Euronews · May 12

Spotlight on Africa: Does the Africa Forward summit signal a fresh start?

This week, Spotlight on Africa takes you to the Africa Forward summit hosted by France and Kenya in Nairobi on 11 and 12 May. It marks the first time France has staged such an event in an English-speaking African country, and comes at a moment of change and challenges.

Radio France Internationale · May 12

Global fire outbreaks hit record high as 'unprecedented' heat extremes loom, scientists say

Record fires are burning across Africa and Asia this year. Scientists warn conditions will worsen as summer arrives and El Nino develops. This combination of climate change and El Nino could lead to unprecedented weather extremes. Africa has seen 23% more land burn than its previous record.

The Economic Times · May 12

Macron seeks allies and a foreign policy less tied to France’s colonial past at Africa summit

French president reaches out to new allies after setbacks in relations with his country’s former colonies in west Africa

The Guardian - UK · May 12

Cheetahs gatecrash South African bird hide – too close for comfort (and lenses!)

Bird photographers get a shock in South Africa when a pair of cheetahs chill out right in front of their hide’s viewing hatch

Digital Camera World · May 11

Macron champions African investment and backs restitution of colonial artefacts

Speaking at the Africa Forward summit in Nairobi, aimed at renewing France’s engagement with the African continent, French President Emmanuel Macron urged investment in Africa and put forward France’s new legislation easing the return of objects looted during the colonial era.

Radio France Internationale · May 11