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Tragedy Strikes: Over 80 Dead, 60 Students Among Victims in Congo (DRC) Boat Sinking

A heart - wrenching boat disaster in Congo (DRC)’s Equateur Province claims at least 86 lives, around 60 of them students. Overcrowding and illegal
2025-09-13 19:40:37

Congo (DRC) Ebola Outbreak Worsens: 16 Dead, WHO Races to Help

The Ebola outbreak in Congo (DRC)’s Kasai Province is worsening, with a spike in suspected cases and 16 deaths. The WHO has dispatched experts to ba
2025-09-13 19:38:06

Congo (DRC) Boat Disaster: Over 100 Dead, 146 Missing in Equateur Province Congo River Fire

A devastating boat fire and capsizing on the Congo River in Congo (DRC)’s Equateur Province kills at least 107, leaves 146 missing, and rescues 209—
2025-09-13 19:36:11

French Education System Hit as "Block France" Protests Unfold

France’s "Block France" protests on Sept 10 led to around 100 high school closures and 27 blockades, disrupting the education system.
2025-09-12 21:07:18

Deadly Car Crash in Pirou, France: Tragedy Strikes as Vehicle Hits Pedestrians

A tragic car accident in Pirou, France, leaves one woman dead and three injured. Initial reports suggest driver’s health issue, not foul play.
2025-09-12 21:03:41

Zambia Launches Oral Cholera Vaccination to Combat Outbreak

Zambia kicks off oral cholera vaccination in Mpongwe District. With cases rising, this move aims to halt the spread of the dangerous cholera outbrea
2025-09-12 20:59:39

Kenya’s Inflation: Rising Costs Squeeze Low - Income Families

Despite Kenya’s overall inflation in target range, rising food and transport costs are squeezing low - income families, challenging consumer recover
2025-09-12 20:56:47

Africa CDC Keeps MonkeyPox as Emergency Despite WHO’s All - Clear

Even as WHO eases alert, Africa CDC says MonkeyPox is still an emergency in Africa. With over 32,000 cases this year, the situation remains critical
2025-09-12 20:54:30

Zambia Battles Cholera Outbreak: 114 Cases, 1 Death Since August 5

Zambia’s Ministry of Health reported 114 cholera cases and 1 death since August 5 in Mpongwe District. The government is ramping up efforts to conta
2025-09-12 20:45:57

Namibia Plans $1.7B Fundraising for Africa’s Green Hydrogen Hub at Global Summit

Namibia announced $1.7B fundraising to build Africa’s green hydrogen hub at the 2nd Global Africa Hydrogen Summit, aiming to turn renewables into in
2025-09-12 20:43:15

Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam Completed: Africa’s Largest Hydropower Project Launches Sept. 9

Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, Africa’s largest hydropower project (5150 MW), completed Sept. 9. It marks a key milestone for the natio
2025-09-12 20:39:21

SUV Crashes Into Richmond Hill Daycare: 1 Toddler Dead, 9 Injured in Ontario Tragedy

An SUV plowed into a Richmond Hill, Ontario daycare, killing a 18-month-old boy and injuring 6 kids (1 critically) and 3 staff. The community reels
2025-09-11 21:42:46

Canada’s Agricultural Crisis Deepens: Canola Export Slump Triggers Price Crash, Farmers Reel, Governments Act

Canada’s agriculture crisis worsens as canola export issues spark a price collapse. Farmers face devastating financial hits, while federal and provi
2025-09-11 21:40:37

France: ~100 High Schools Closed, 27 Blocked Amid Nationwide Protests

France’s Education Ministry confirms ~100 high schools closed and 27 blocked due to protests. This disrupts students’ learning, leaving families and
2025-09-11 21:38:02

Paris City Center Buildings Burn Amid Intense Protests: Restaurant, Structure Torched

Intense protests in Paris’ city center have left a restaurant and a building burned, with violent clashes reported. This article details the chaos,
2025-09-11 21:35:32