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Kenya Issues Critical Warning Over PHP Vulnerabilities

Kenya has issued a critical cybersecurity alert over two PHP vulnerabilities, each rated 9.2, that could allow attackers to remotely execute code on affected government websites and systems….reports Africa Daily News Desk Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy has warned government institutions of critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities affecting PHP-based websites, web applications and digital services. The advisory, dated 21 October 2026, was issued by the State Department for ICT and the Digital Economy in collaboration with the ICT Authority. It classifies the risk as critical and applies to all ministries, departments and agencies. According to the advisory, the

DR Congo Targets War Glorification Across Media

DR Congo’s media regulator has banned the promotion or glorification of war and armed groups across media platforms…reports Africa Daily News Desk The Democratic Republic of Congo’s media regulator has directed journalists, broadcasters, producers and digital content creators to refrain from promoting armed groups, glorifying violence or providing platforms for political parties banned in the country. The Superior Council of Audiovisual and Communication (CSAC) adopted the recommendation during its plenary session in Kinshasa on 15 October 2026. The document, dated 19 October,

Ghana Steps Up Ebola Surveillance

Ghana has strengthened airport screening, disease surveillance and laboratory preparedness following Ebola

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DR Congo to Honour Fallen Cycling Hero

Congolese cyclist Miguel Masaisai, who rode across the continent to promote peace,

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European leaders have condemned the violence and pledged action against those responsible for attacks and disorder…reports Asian Lite News Desk Authorities in the southern

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Cyber Chiefs Urge Urgent PHP Security Update

Cybersecurity agencies in the UK, EU and Australia have warned organisations to install critical PHP security fixes immediately or consider taking vulnerable websites offline amid reports of emerging attacks, reports Asianlite News Desk. Cybersecurity authorities have urged organisations worldwide to

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Kenya Issues Critical Warning Over PHP Vulnerabilities

Kenya has issued a critical cybersecurity alert over two PHP vulnerabilities, each rated 9.2, that could allow attackers to remotely execute code on affected government websites and systems….reports Africa Daily News Desk Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital