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South Sudan 🇸🇸 President Salva Kiir arriving in Addis Ababa for the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU).
February 15, 2026 at 8:31 PM
South Sudan 🇸🇸 President Salva Kiir arriving in Addis Ababa for the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU).
Africa Cup of Nations 2025 standout fan Lumumba 🇨🇩 has signed a major deal with TECNO, becoming the official face of the TECNO Camon 50, worth 100 million CDF.
He also secured a multimillion partnership with Orange, appearing in ads and billboards.
He also secured a multimillion partnership with Orange, appearing in ads and billboards.
February 15, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Africa Cup of Nations 2025 standout fan Lumumba 🇨🇩 has signed a major deal with TECNO, becoming the official face of the TECNO Camon 50, worth 100 million CDF.
He also secured a multimillion partnership with Orange, appearing in ads and billboards.
He also secured a multimillion partnership with Orange, appearing in ads and billboards.
Malawi 🇲🇼 has suspended new mining licences and banned the export of raw minerals.
President Peter Mutharika said the government will audit existing licences to close legal gaps, boost transparency, and promote local processing so citizens benefit more.
President Peter Mutharika said the government will audit existing licences to close legal gaps, boost transparency, and promote local processing so citizens benefit more.
February 15, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Malawi 🇲🇼 has suspended new mining licences and banned the export of raw minerals.
President Peter Mutharika said the government will audit existing licences to close legal gaps, boost transparency, and promote local processing so citizens benefit more.
President Peter Mutharika said the government will audit existing licences to close legal gaps, boost transparency, and promote local processing so citizens benefit more.
South African 🇿🇦 Afrikaner Refugees in the US Struggling to Survive
A Free Press investigation reveals white Afrikaner refugees, fast-tracked under Trump-era policies since early 2025, are facing tough times.
Over 1,600 have arrived amid US claims of "racial discrimination" in South Africa.
A Free Press investigation reveals white Afrikaner refugees, fast-tracked under Trump-era policies since early 2025, are facing tough times.
Over 1,600 have arrived amid US claims of "racial discrimination" in South Africa.
February 15, 2026 at 3:12 PM
South African 🇿🇦 Afrikaner Refugees in the US Struggling to Survive
A Free Press investigation reveals white Afrikaner refugees, fast-tracked under Trump-era policies since early 2025, are facing tough times.
Over 1,600 have arrived amid US claims of "racial discrimination" in South Africa.
A Free Press investigation reveals white Afrikaner refugees, fast-tracked under Trump-era policies since early 2025, are facing tough times.
Over 1,600 have arrived amid US claims of "racial discrimination" in South Africa.
Algeria has allocated $4 billion to purchase modern passenger and freight trains as part of major railway investments
The plan will modernize the network, improve mobility, connect more regions, and support economic growth. Upgrades aim to cut the Algiers–Constantine journey from about 8 hours to 3
The plan will modernize the network, improve mobility, connect more regions, and support economic growth. Upgrades aim to cut the Algiers–Constantine journey from about 8 hours to 3
February 15, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Algeria has allocated $4 billion to purchase modern passenger and freight trains as part of major railway investments
The plan will modernize the network, improve mobility, connect more regions, and support economic growth. Upgrades aim to cut the Algiers–Constantine journey from about 8 hours to 3
The plan will modernize the network, improve mobility, connect more regions, and support economic growth. Upgrades aim to cut the Algiers–Constantine journey from about 8 hours to 3
US troops and military aircraft arrive in Nigeria 🇳🇬. The first group of United States troops has reached northeast Nigeria.
Five US military aircraft have landed, beginning with one in Maiduguri on Thursday night. By Friday evening, three aircraft were at the base unloading equipment.
Five US military aircraft have landed, beginning with one in Maiduguri on Thursday night. By Friday evening, three aircraft were at the base unloading equipment.
February 15, 2026 at 12:37 PM
US troops and military aircraft arrive in Nigeria 🇳🇬. The first group of United States troops has reached northeast Nigeria.
Five US military aircraft have landed, beginning with one in Maiduguri on Thursday night. By Friday evening, three aircraft were at the base unloading equipment.
Five US military aircraft have landed, beginning with one in Maiduguri on Thursday night. By Friday evening, three aircraft were at the base unloading equipment.
Zambia 🇿🇲 will supply maize to Kenya 🇰🇪 under a new agreement.
Kenya's Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahe Kagwe has confirmed Zambia can provide up to 1 million 90kg bags if drought worsens and local stocks run low.
Kenya's Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahe Kagwe has confirmed Zambia can provide up to 1 million 90kg bags if drought worsens and local stocks run low.
February 14, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Zambia 🇿🇲 will supply maize to Kenya 🇰🇪 under a new agreement.
Kenya's Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahe Kagwe has confirmed Zambia can provide up to 1 million 90kg bags if drought worsens and local stocks run low.
Kenya's Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahe Kagwe has confirmed Zambia can provide up to 1 million 90kg bags if drought worsens and local stocks run low.
A beautiful view of Mwanza, the “Rock City,” Tanzania 🇹🇿
February 14, 2026 at 4:51 PM
A beautiful view of Mwanza, the “Rock City,” Tanzania 🇹🇿
African Countries with Chinatowns
Several African nations host vibrant Chinatowns or Chinese business districts due to growing trade and migration.
Kenya 🇰🇪
Mauritius 🇲🇺
Madagascar 🇲🇬
South Africa 🇿🇦
Mali 🇲🇱
Namibia 🇳🇦
Several African nations host vibrant Chinatowns or Chinese business districts due to growing trade and migration.
Kenya 🇰🇪
Mauritius 🇲🇺
Madagascar 🇲🇬
South Africa 🇿🇦
Mali 🇲🇱
Namibia 🇳🇦
February 14, 2026 at 4:45 PM
African Countries with Chinatowns
Several African nations host vibrant Chinatowns or Chinese business districts due to growing trade and migration.
Kenya 🇰🇪
Mauritius 🇲🇺
Madagascar 🇲🇬
South Africa 🇿🇦
Mali 🇲🇱
Namibia 🇳🇦
Several African nations host vibrant Chinatowns or Chinese business districts due to growing trade and migration.
Kenya 🇰🇪
Mauritius 🇲🇺
Madagascar 🇲🇬
South Africa 🇿🇦
Mali 🇲🇱
Namibia 🇳🇦
Most Populous Countries in Africa
1. Nigeria — 236 million
2. Ethiopia — 134.5 million
3. Egypt — 117.85 million
4. DR Congo — 111.8 million
5. Tanzania — 69.98 million
6. South Africa — 64.5 million
7. Kenya — 57.2 million
8. Uganda — 50.996 million
Source: Worldometer.
1. Nigeria — 236 million
2. Ethiopia — 134.5 million
3. Egypt — 117.85 million
4. DR Congo — 111.8 million
5. Tanzania — 69.98 million
6. South Africa — 64.5 million
7. Kenya — 57.2 million
8. Uganda — 50.996 million
Source: Worldometer.
February 14, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Most Populous Countries in Africa
1. Nigeria — 236 million
2. Ethiopia — 134.5 million
3. Egypt — 117.85 million
4. DR Congo — 111.8 million
5. Tanzania — 69.98 million
6. South Africa — 64.5 million
7. Kenya — 57.2 million
8. Uganda — 50.996 million
Source: Worldometer.
1. Nigeria — 236 million
2. Ethiopia — 134.5 million
3. Egypt — 117.85 million
4. DR Congo — 111.8 million
5. Tanzania — 69.98 million
6. South Africa — 64.5 million
7. Kenya — 57.2 million
8. Uganda — 50.996 million
Source: Worldometer.
Algeria 🇩🇿 has started the first partial cleanup of a former French nuclear test site.
The Ministry of Defense began work at the “Birel” (Béryl) site in the Taourirt Tan Afella–In Eker area of Tamanrasset province in the south.
The Ministry of Defense began work at the “Birel” (Béryl) site in the Taourirt Tan Afella–In Eker area of Tamanrasset province in the south.
February 14, 2026 at 11:06 AM
Algeria 🇩🇿 has started the first partial cleanup of a former French nuclear test site.
The Ministry of Defense began work at the “Birel” (Béryl) site in the Taourirt Tan Afella–In Eker area of Tamanrasset province in the south.
The Ministry of Defense began work at the “Birel” (Béryl) site in the Taourirt Tan Afella–In Eker area of Tamanrasset province in the south.
The African Development Bank Group has approved $214.47 million for Phase II of the South Sudan 🇸🇸–Ethiopia 🇪🇹–Djibouti 🇩🇯 Transport Corridor.
Ethiopia will receive $181.5 million, Djibouti $29.71 million, and South Sudan $1.96 million, plus $1.30 million from the Transition Support Facility.
Ethiopia will receive $181.5 million, Djibouti $29.71 million, and South Sudan $1.96 million, plus $1.30 million from the Transition Support Facility.
February 14, 2026 at 10:41 AM
The African Development Bank Group has approved $214.47 million for Phase II of the South Sudan 🇸🇸–Ethiopia 🇪🇹–Djibouti 🇩🇯 Transport Corridor.
Ethiopia will receive $181.5 million, Djibouti $29.71 million, and South Sudan $1.96 million, plus $1.30 million from the Transition Support Facility.
Ethiopia will receive $181.5 million, Djibouti $29.71 million, and South Sudan $1.96 million, plus $1.30 million from the Transition Support Facility.
Somalia 🇸🇴 citizens raised around $300,000 through public donations to build a private home for former President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed (Farmaajo).
The "Thank You, Mr. President" campaign began in 2022 after he left office, with contributions from Somalis both at home and abroad.
The "Thank You, Mr. President" campaign began in 2022 after he left office, with contributions from Somalis both at home and abroad.
February 13, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Somalia 🇸🇴 citizens raised around $300,000 through public donations to build a private home for former President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed (Farmaajo).
The "Thank You, Mr. President" campaign began in 2022 after he left office, with contributions from Somalis both at home and abroad.
The "Thank You, Mr. President" campaign began in 2022 after he left office, with contributions from Somalis both at home and abroad.
Egypt 🇪🇬 has deployed more troops to Somalia 🇸🇴 as part of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission (AUSSOM).
About 1,100 personnel were sent, along with armored vehicles such as MRAPs and APCs, and air support including Mi-24 gunships and Mi-17 helicopters.
About 1,100 personnel were sent, along with armored vehicles such as MRAPs and APCs, and air support including Mi-24 gunships and Mi-17 helicopters.
February 13, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Egypt 🇪🇬 has deployed more troops to Somalia 🇸🇴 as part of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission (AUSSOM).
About 1,100 personnel were sent, along with armored vehicles such as MRAPs and APCs, and air support including Mi-24 gunships and Mi-17 helicopters.
About 1,100 personnel were sent, along with armored vehicles such as MRAPs and APCs, and air support including Mi-24 gunships and Mi-17 helicopters.
South Africa’s 🇿🇦 private Paramount Group, Africa’s largest defence company, is entering Ukraine’s armoured vehicle market, highlighting Africa’s growing role in global defence supply chains.
February 13, 2026 at 1:39 PM
South Africa’s 🇿🇦 private Paramount Group, Africa’s largest defence company, is entering Ukraine’s armoured vehicle market, highlighting Africa’s growing role in global defence supply chains.
South Africa 🇿🇦 is preparing to host a historic moment as LIV Golf comes to Steyn City in Johannesburg in March 2026.
This will be the first LIV Golf tournament held in Africa.
Organisers are creating a festival atmosphere with live music, entertainment, grandstands, and hospitality suites.
This will be the first LIV Golf tournament held in Africa.
Organisers are creating a festival atmosphere with live music, entertainment, grandstands, and hospitality suites.
February 13, 2026 at 1:18 PM
South Africa 🇿🇦 is preparing to host a historic moment as LIV Golf comes to Steyn City in Johannesburg in March 2026.
This will be the first LIV Golf tournament held in Africa.
Organisers are creating a festival atmosphere with live music, entertainment, grandstands, and hospitality suites.
This will be the first LIV Golf tournament held in Africa.
Organisers are creating a festival atmosphere with live music, entertainment, grandstands, and hospitality suites.
Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 stunned Australia by 23 runs in Colombo, delivering the biggest upset of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 so far.
They posted 169/2, with Bennett unbeaten on 64, then bowled Australia out for 146 as Muzarabani took 4/17.
The victory keeps Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 unbeaten in the tournament.
They posted 169/2, with Bennett unbeaten on 64, then bowled Australia out for 146 as Muzarabani took 4/17.
The victory keeps Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 unbeaten in the tournament.
February 13, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 stunned Australia by 23 runs in Colombo, delivering the biggest upset of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 so far.
They posted 169/2, with Bennett unbeaten on 64, then bowled Australia out for 146 as Muzarabani took 4/17.
The victory keeps Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 unbeaten in the tournament.
They posted 169/2, with Bennett unbeaten on 64, then bowled Australia out for 146 as Muzarabani took 4/17.
The victory keeps Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 unbeaten in the tournament.
Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 has adopted a new decree at a Council of Ministers meeting in Ouagadougou, led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré
The decree sets rules for large companies with an average turnover of at least 5 billion FCFA ($8.8m) over the past three fiscal years to build their headquarters in the country
The decree sets rules for large companies with an average turnover of at least 5 billion FCFA ($8.8m) over the past three fiscal years to build their headquarters in the country
February 12, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 has adopted a new decree at a Council of Ministers meeting in Ouagadougou, led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré
The decree sets rules for large companies with an average turnover of at least 5 billion FCFA ($8.8m) over the past three fiscal years to build their headquarters in the country
The decree sets rules for large companies with an average turnover of at least 5 billion FCFA ($8.8m) over the past three fiscal years to build their headquarters in the country
Morocco 🇲🇦 has quickly become a major force in the global avocado market, ranking as Africa’s top exporter by 2025, with shipments reaching nearly 141,000 tonnes.
According to the FAO, exports grew by about 90%, helping the country surpass Kenya and South Africa for the first time.
According to the FAO, exports grew by about 90%, helping the country surpass Kenya and South Africa for the first time.
February 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Morocco 🇲🇦 has quickly become a major force in the global avocado market, ranking as Africa’s top exporter by 2025, with shipments reaching nearly 141,000 tonnes.
According to the FAO, exports grew by about 90%, helping the country surpass Kenya and South Africa for the first time.
According to the FAO, exports grew by about 90%, helping the country surpass Kenya and South Africa for the first time.
Zambia 🇿🇲 has the highest number of waterfalls in Africa, with more than 200 found across the country.
Among them is the mighty Mosi-oa-Tunya (Victoria Falls), known as the world’s greatest sheet of falling water and one of the most breathtaking natural wonders on Earth.
Among them is the mighty Mosi-oa-Tunya (Victoria Falls), known as the world’s greatest sheet of falling water and one of the most breathtaking natural wonders on Earth.
February 12, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Zambia 🇿🇲 has the highest number of waterfalls in Africa, with more than 200 found across the country.
Among them is the mighty Mosi-oa-Tunya (Victoria Falls), known as the world’s greatest sheet of falling water and one of the most breathtaking natural wonders on Earth.
Among them is the mighty Mosi-oa-Tunya (Victoria Falls), known as the world’s greatest sheet of falling water and one of the most breathtaking natural wonders on Earth.
Popular American streamer IShowSpeed has named Kenya 🇰🇪 his favorite stop on his recent African tour.
He praised the huge crowds in Nairobi, where more than 30,000 fans came to see him.
The strong energy and warm welcome made Kenya the highlight of his trip.
He praised the huge crowds in Nairobi, where more than 30,000 fans came to see him.
The strong energy and warm welcome made Kenya the highlight of his trip.
February 12, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Popular American streamer IShowSpeed has named Kenya 🇰🇪 his favorite stop on his recent African tour.
He praised the huge crowds in Nairobi, where more than 30,000 fans came to see him.
The strong energy and warm welcome made Kenya the highlight of his trip.
He praised the huge crowds in Nairobi, where more than 30,000 fans came to see him.
The strong energy and warm welcome made Kenya the highlight of his trip.
Libya 🇱🇾 has granted new oil exploration and production licenses to foreign companies for the first time in 17 years.
Key winners include Chevron (USA), Eni with QatarEnergy (Italy and Qatar), Repsol and partners (Spain), and Aiteo (Nigeria).
Key winners include Chevron (USA), Eni with QatarEnergy (Italy and Qatar), Repsol and partners (Spain), and Aiteo (Nigeria).
February 12, 2026 at 1:10 PM
Libya 🇱🇾 has granted new oil exploration and production licenses to foreign companies for the first time in 17 years.
Key winners include Chevron (USA), Eni with QatarEnergy (Italy and Qatar), Repsol and partners (Spain), and Aiteo (Nigeria).
Key winners include Chevron (USA), Eni with QatarEnergy (Italy and Qatar), Repsol and partners (Spain), and Aiteo (Nigeria).
Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 has achieved remarkable progress in agriculture.
From almost no production, it now leads West Africa in strawberry farming, producing about 2,000 tons each year.
From almost no production, it now leads West Africa in strawberry farming, producing about 2,000 tons each year.
February 11, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 has achieved remarkable progress in agriculture.
From almost no production, it now leads West Africa in strawberry farming, producing about 2,000 tons each year.
From almost no production, it now leads West Africa in strawberry farming, producing about 2,000 tons each year.
Ghana 🇬🇭, Africa’s top gold producer, has unveiled its first locally refined gold bars at the Gold Coast Refinery.
This historic milestone marks the start of refining artisanal gold in the country, with official stamps from GoldBod, the Bank of Ghana, and the Ghana Standards Authority.
This historic milestone marks the start of refining artisanal gold in the country, with official stamps from GoldBod, the Bank of Ghana, and the Ghana Standards Authority.
February 11, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Ghana 🇬🇭, Africa’s top gold producer, has unveiled its first locally refined gold bars at the Gold Coast Refinery.
This historic milestone marks the start of refining artisanal gold in the country, with official stamps from GoldBod, the Bank of Ghana, and the Ghana Standards Authority.
This historic milestone marks the start of refining artisanal gold in the country, with official stamps from GoldBod, the Bank of Ghana, and the Ghana Standards Authority.
South Sudan 🇸🇸 has officially received 10 hectares of land from Kenya 🇰🇪 to build a dry port in Naivasha.
This important move will ease congestion at the Port of Mombasa, cut delays and import costs, and boost regional trade.
This important move will ease congestion at the Port of Mombasa, cut delays and import costs, and boost regional trade.
February 11, 2026 at 3:45 PM
South Sudan 🇸🇸 has officially received 10 hectares of land from Kenya 🇰🇪 to build a dry port in Naivasha.
This important move will ease congestion at the Port of Mombasa, cut delays and import costs, and boost regional trade.
This important move will ease congestion at the Port of Mombasa, cut delays and import costs, and boost regional trade.