Congo-Brazzaville at a glance
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is being driven by the Bundibugyo virus. It has declared a public health emergency; more than 550 cases have been confirmed, with 101 deaths and 19 recoveries. Health workers face attacks, local scepticism, and armed conflict that hinder containment. Cases are concentrated in Ituri, with spread to North Kivu and South Kivu and across the border into Uganda. Vaccines and treatments remain unavailable for this strain.
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) says an internal review has identified 59 allegations of abuse connected to its Chad operations near the Sudanese border. The probe, completed in July but disclosed after AP reporting, shows 18 staff have been dismissed or barred, with some cases unverified due to challenges tracing individuals amid displacement. MSF pledges stronger prevention and reporting channels.
The Bundibugyo-virus outbreak has widened in eastern Congo’s Ituri province, with hundreds of cases and dozens of deaths reported. The outbreak is stressing health systems as tracing becomes tougher amid conflict and mass displacement. International partners are mobilising to bolster testing, treatment and community engagement.
The Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has sparked a large outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Health officials have confirmed hundreds of cases and dozens of deaths across Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu as tracing remains challenging amid conflict. Uganda reports cases linked to Congo and authorities warn the outbreak could last months or longer.
Cape Verde’s 0-0 draw with Spain has tested the expanded World Cup format, showing that emergent nations can compete at the highest level. Vozinha’s saves and a stubborn defense have elevated Cape Verde’s profile and sparked global attention.
Analysts say sovereign-rating rules inflate the perceived risk of African renewable-energy projects, raising borrowing costs and slowing electrification across the continent. Only Botswana and Mauritius hold investment-grade ratings, hindering investment in projects such as Kenya’s Menengai Geothermal and Nigeria’s Solar IPP pipeline. Donor collaborations like Mission 300 are expanding access, but financing remains expensive and fragmented.
Two-thirds of the world’s people now live in countries below replacement fertility. India and China have fallen below 2.1 births per woman, while Sub-Saharan Africa continues to rise in population. The shift prompts policy debates on childcare, housing and migration, as the UN projects a population peak by the 2080s.
A Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak is driving rapid development of vaccines and antibody therapies. Doses of MBP134 are being used for compassionate use and clinical trials, while several vaccine candidates are advancing toward human testing. Trials face challenges from battlefield-like conditions in eastern Congo and Uganda.
Health workers are facing a worsening Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, with Ituri accounting for the majority of cases. Attacks on clinics and burial teams have disrupted containment efforts, while Bundibugyo strain shows no approved treatment or vaccine. Hundreds have been infected and deaths exceed two hundred as authorities warn of a growing regional risk.
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases with about 254 deaths and 100 recoveries. The Bundibugyo strain, which has no vaccine or treatment, is spreading in Ituri province amid ongoing violence and mass displacement, hampering contact tracing and response efforts.
Kenya has ordered a halt to preparations for a U.S.-run Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base after the health minister was found in contempt for defying a prior court stop-work order. Protests have persisted, and the U.S. has pledged funding for Ebola preparedness; debates center on public health risk and colonial overtones.
Portugal has defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in Group K, with Ronaldo scoring twice after a tough week of criticism. England draws with Ghana in a goalless stalemate, leaving Portugal well positioned to advance. Ronaldo and Martinez praise teamwork amid renewed confidence.
Rwandan and Congolese officials remain locked in a dispute over commitments under a Washington-brokered peace deal, with UN experts noting M23 remains active and minerals continue to flow from conflict zones. Western governments have stepped up sanctions, and the ICJ case against Rwanda has widened the international response.
The Ebola outbreak has expanded across eastern Congo’s Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu provinces, with 1,307 infections and 377 deaths reported. The government has banned public gatherings in Kinshasa and three eastern provinces, and Goma’s mayor has banned celebrations amid escalating fears. President Tshisekedi has unveiled a $319 million response plan, urging health guidelines and combating misinformation. World Health Organization warns the crisis could disrupt regional stability and trade if it spreads.
The United States has secured a Round of 16 spot at World Cup 2026 after beating Bosnia & Herzegovina 2-0. Balogun scores before halftime, is sent off after the break, and Tillman nets a superb free kick to seal the victory.
Health authorities have reported at least 1,759 confirmed Ebola cases and about 600 deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo since mid-May, driven by the rare Bundibugyo strain. The World Health Organization has enrolled the first patient in a trial testing MBP134 and remdesivir; treatment centres are strained and insecurity and funding shortfalls are hindering response.
Andy Burnham has reiterated that there is room for movement on tax within Labour’s 2024 manifesto while outlining possible changes to business rates to support high streets and pubs. He has not promised revenue-raising measures on income tax, VAT or National Insurance but is considering reforms to business rates and targeted reliefs as part of his broader policy package.
The Bundibugyo-strain Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo has intensified, with cases rising and deaths increasing. Health workers are striking over unpaid salaries, while international partners warn the official figures may undercount the true toll. Trials for treatments have begun, and vaccination efforts remain limited by the absence of a vaccine for this strain.
Frontline workers at Ituri’s Ebola response facilities have struck over unpaid wages as the Bundibugyo outbreak expands to more provinces. The situation adds strain to an already overwhelmed health system, with clinics at capacity and mistrust hampering containment efforts. New cases have been confirmed in Haut-Uele and Tshopo, raising the outbreak’s regional footprint.
Liberia faces heightened tension as security forces prepare for demonstrations linked to a civil‑rights movement. Authorities warn against violence and illegal activity while promising constitutional protections and professional policing.
The US has expanded travel restrictions for people who have recently been in Congo amid the Congo Ebola outbreak. The policy requires 21 days outside the United States before boarding a commercial flight, with exemptions possible for humanitarian or law-enforcement reasons; several reports note the restrictions may slow deployment of medical staff.
The Trump administration has broadened restrictions on U.S. funding for overseas organizations that address abortion-related issues, potentially affecting up to $30 billion in aid. The move builds on years of activism by U.S. anti-abortion groups, with Africa receiving the most attention as reports detail increased harassment of reproductive-rights workers and rising fears of unsafe abortions.
Two articles report on the Congo’s Ebola response amid ongoing unrest. Health workers warn that strikes and mob attacks are complicating response efforts as the outbreak continues to expand, with thousands of cases and hundreds of deaths across Ituri province.
The UN and world powers are pressing for governance reform as demand for critical minerals rises. Leaders warn that without local processing and stronger rule of law, mining profits will bypass local communities and fuel conflict. New commitments aim to channel wealth into public services and jobs amid a global scramble for cobalt, lithium, nickel and rare earths.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has published a long open letter defending the organisation's management of the 2026 World Cup. He says critics have spread hate and false rumors while millions experienced joy and safety across the tournament, which faced visa, ticketing and disciplinary controversies.
Uganda has declared the end of its 2026 Ebola outbreak after completing a 42‑day monitoring period. Twenty confirmed cases were recorded, 18 recovered and two deaths, with most cases linked to Congo’s outbreak. Authorities say there is no evidence of further transmission and the Bundibugyo strain remains without a vaccine or treatment.
The Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC has intensified, with WHO confirming rapid spread across 48 health zones in five provinces. WFP warns that food assistance is frontline in containment, while UN agencies scale flights, meals, and rations to affected communities amid rising hunger and movement restrictions.
The latest updates show the Bundibugyo-virus outbreak has grown rapidly in Congo, with thousands of cases and over a thousand deaths reported. The virus has no approved vaccines or treatments, distinguishing this outbreak from the 2014-2016 crisis.
Drones have targeted civilian sites in Darfur amid ongoing clashes between the Sudanese army and RSF. Emergency Lawyers report casualties at a customary court in Garra al-Zawaya, North Darfur, while authorities warn of mass atrocities and widespread displacement across the region.
The Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has reached unprecedented speed, with cases surpassing 4,000 and deaths above 2,000. Health workers face strikes over pay, security risks rise amid conflict, and aid cuts hinder response as experts warn the outbreak could escalate further.
European football bodies keep pressure on Gianni Infantino after the aborted FFE plan. UEFA has lost confidence and a broad boycott threat remains in motion; multiple confederations express opposition or support as the 2027 election nears.
A continental push to industrialise the textile and manufacturing sectors is accelerated by investment in long-term funding, high-value processing, and regional value chains. Across Africa, governments and investors are turning cotton, textiles, and infrastructure into job-creating industries to retain value at home.
An Ebola outbreak in Congo is spreading faster than responses can keep up. Health workers report dangerous conditions and unpaid salaries as authorities battle transmission amid mounting cases and deaths. Kinshasa remains on alert as international aid actions unfold.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has cast his vote in Lusaka, launching a one-day election that will decide his bid for a second term amid concerns over rising living costs. Voters are also choosing Parliament members and local councilors; results are expected on Monday. Hichilema faces 13 challengers, with opposition leader Brian Mundubile seen as his main rival.
Vietnam is confronting a major wildlife trafficking problem after authorities reveal a 221-piece ivory haul weighing 1,193 kilograms at Quy Nhơn port. Investigations trace the shipment to the Republic of the Congo, with police launching a criminal probe into protected-animal violations. The case comes amid wider concerns about demand for ivory and wildlife products in Southeast Asia.
Cameroon has won the Women's Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Malawi 3-0 in Rabat, ending a history of three previous final defeats. Marie Ngah Manga scored twice and Naomi Ndjoah Eto added the third as Cameroon secure their first continental title.
The first 20 people have arrived at Roberts International Airport under the Liberia–U.S. third-country deportation arrangement. Liberia is set to receive up to 1,200 people within a year, with most transfers involving nationals from Africa and the Western Hemisphere who have been medically cleared. Deportees can seek asylum or leave under Liberian law; the U.S. will facilitate transfers and provide support.
CEPI has awarded up to $16.5m to Minapharm to advance a Bundibugyo-specific Ebola vaccine through lab work and into a Phase I trial expected to take place in Africa. The DRC has received an initial 16,250 doses of Ervebo from a 70,000-dose allocation; 20,000 doses will enter a Phase III trial and 50,000 are earmarked for frontline and health workers as the outbreak has topped 5,600 cases and over 2,700 deaths.
Arsenal, boosted by new signings Bruno Guimaraes, Christos Tzolis and Ezri Konsa, hosts Coventry in their Premier League opener as they defend their title. Saka and Rice return to fitness; Saliba and Timber remain out. Coventry look to repeat last season’s Championship success against a reigning champion.
Prince Harry has stepped down from the board of African Parks after a decade of service as the charity undergoes a governance refresh. The move follows earlier revelations that rangers employed by African Parks committed human rights abuses in Odzala-Kokoua National Park in the Republic of the Congo. The duke remains a supporter of the charity’s mission as the Sussexes plan an extended stay in the UK.
The Trump administration has expanded third-country deportations, sending thousands to several countries, including Liberia, Equatorial Guinea and Uganda. Deportees report harsh conditions, with some arriving in chains. Liberia will host up to 1,200 migrants over the next year under a new arrangement, while critics call the move a loophole that bypasses due process.
A new book on the okapi traces its discovery, its unique biology, and the colonial dynamics that shaped Western knowledge of the animal. It highlights how African trackers and Indigenous knowledge were essential to locating and understanding the okapi, which is the Congo Basin’s striking biodiversity link to the giraffe.
The king of Tooro has died at 34. The government has announced that his heir will be revealed later, and tributes have been issued as Ugandans come to terms with his death. The Tooro Kingdom remains a cultural guardian with no political authority.
The Congo outbreak has recorded thousands of cases across six provinces. Frontline health workers are receiving Ervebo vaccination, while the international response reports soaring transmission and ambitious containment efforts amid insecurity.