Lagos in the spotlight: clashes over evictions hit Makoko as Nigeria fights crime, fuel, and big-city shocks. Lagos: Africa’s mega-city (pop 17–21M).
African countries are experiencing rising fuel prices due to global energy shocks linked to conflicts in the Middle East and supply disruptions. Governments are implementing measures to mitigate impacts, but dependence on imported refined petroleum exposes the continent to external risks, affecting economies and daily life.
Multiple nations mobilize resources as the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak expands in the DRC and Uganda. WHO-led plans total $518 million to boost surveillance, testing, and infection control over the next six months; U.S. and China weigh intensified involvement.
Nigeria has organized an evacuation of imperiled citizens from South Africa amid escalating anti-immigrant protests. Some 262 passengers and three officials are aboard the flight to Lagos; Home Affairs says 586 Nigerians were undocumented and faces a five‑year entry ban. Ghana and Liberia have signaled similar actions.