African Union to Host Africa Seed Summit 2026
African Union hosts inaugural Africa Seed Summit in Eswatini to boost seed investment, improve regulation and strengthen food security across Africa….reports Africa Daily News
Dangote’s Lamu Refinery Gets Underway
Preparations are under way at Kenya’s Port of Lamu ahead of the groundbreaking ceremony for the Ksh2.2 trillion Dangote East Africa Refinery….reports Africa Daily
South Africa Turns to India as Defence Ties Grow
South Africa’s growing defence partnership with India is expanding beyond military exchanges into technology, skills development and manufacturing…reports Africa Daily News Desk South Africa’s
Morocco appoints first female head of government
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as the country’s new prime minister, making her the first woman to hold the
Ethiopia’s Humanitarian Crisis Triggers €61m EU Response
The European Union is providing €61 million in humanitarian aid to Ethiopia as fears of renewed conflict in the north grow….reports Africa Daily News
South Sudan Steps Up Security Ahead of Elections
South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed senior defence officials to ensure a peaceful and secure environment for the country’s upcoming general elections….reports
Climate Shocks, Conflict and a Cash Crunch Hit Ethiopia
WFP says Ethiopia’s humanitarian needs are rising as insecurity, inflation and El Nino-related weather disruptions put further pressure on vulnerable communities….reports Africa Daily News
DR Congo Ebola Cases Cross 8,000 as Outbreak Expands
DR Congo has recorded more than 8,000 confirmed Ebola cases, with nearly 3,900 deaths as health authorities battle sustained transmission across seven provinces….reports Africa
Kenya’s Refinery Dream Gets A Heavy Lift
Kenya Ports Authority says the development could significantly expand the port’s role in regional petroleum trade….reports Africa Daily News Desk The Port of Lamu
UN-AU Talks Target Africa’s Biggest Security Crises
Senior UN and AU officials met in New York to review security crises across Africa and strengthen cooperation on mediation, peace operations and conflict
