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What lies beneath Lake Kivu: A hidden force that could awaken without warning and explode into catastrophe

Something unusual sits quietly in central Africa, and it doesn’t look dangerous at first glance. A vast, calm lake stretches across the landscape, reflecting the sky like any other scenic body of water. Yet deep beneath its surface, a very different world exists. Experts say enormous volumes of gas are…

The Times of India

Want to climb Africa’s highest mountain? Getting to Kilimanjaro from Europe is about to get easier

Three airlines are launching routes – including one that starts in early June.

Euronews

Zoomlion Deepens Local Operations in Africa to Support Regional Infrastructure Development

CASABLANCA, Morocco, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. ("Zoomlion") is strengthening its local operations in Africa to better support regional infrastructure, agricultural mechanization and long-term market development. The move comes as China's expanded zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries with diplomatic ties to…

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Checker Raises $8M from Galaxy Ventures, Al Mada Ventures and Framework Ventures to Unify Fragmented Digital Asset Markets for Institutions

NEW YORK, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Checker, a global network that enables financial institutions to plug into stablecoins and digital asset liquidity, cross-border payments, treasury, and credit via a single API, announced today that it has raised $8M in funding from Galaxy Ventures, Al Mada Ventures, and Framework Ventures.…

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Mothers and midwives from across Africa and UK demand world leaders protect women giving birth

Protest in Geneva calls for clean water in every health centre and maternity ward to save mothers and newborns from dying – with the call coming in the wake of an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo

The Independent UK

Poor pay is holding back Africa’s biodiversity research and reducing its contribution to global science

Africa is one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. But much of its biodiversity remains poorly studied. Research from the continent contributes to less than 1% to global scientific output.

The Conversation

Africa’s business leaders push for smarter growth at Paris forum {Business Africa}

Across all discussions at the Business Africa Forum, a common thread emerged: self-determination. Whether through fintech innovation, practical AI adoption, or network-driven investment strategies, African entrepreneurs are actively reshaping the rules of engagement.

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Aon Announces Regional Leadership Appointments to Advance Aon United Strategy

DUBLIN, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced that Kai-Frank Buechter and Tracy-Lee Kus will serve as co-CEOs of EMEA, effective June 1, with Buechter overseeing Continental Europe and North Africa and Kus responsible for the UK, Ireland, South Africa…

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Zoo taken to court over claims three South African elephants are depressed

Animal welfare groups claim the elephants, named Lammie, Ramadiba and Mopane, live in an enclosure not much bigger than a soccer field

The Independent UK

Chairman of United Bank for Africa: 'We need to fix our problems ourselves'

In an interview with FRANCE 24 on the sidelines of the Africa-France summit in Nairobi, Tony Elumelu, chairman of Heirs Holdings and United Bank for Africa, said "we [in Africa] need to fix our problems ourselves" as Western aid cuts bite, calling on the continent's private sector to step up…

France 24

Gut health: why food alone won’t fix childhood stunting

South Africa has a paradox when it comes to food availability. Its supermarkets are overflowing. But it continues to record high levels of stunted growth.

The Conversation

How rampant violence made Nigeria an insecurity hotspot in the Sahel – mapped

Data lays bare the extent and geographical spread of attacks in Africa’s most populous country

The Guardian - UK

Ebola Scare Deepens as Infected American Is Rushed to Germany in High-Security Transfer: CDC Confirms

An American doctor infected with Ebola has been evacuated to Germany for treatment, intensifying concerns over the escalating outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.

International Business Times UK

10 Flightless Birds That Defy Nature’s Rules

When people imagine birds, they usually think of flying across open skies with effortless freedom. But not every bird followed that path. Some species evolved in a completely different way and gave up flight forever. Instead of wings made for the sky, birds like the Ostrich and Penguin developed powerful…

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‘Huge milestone’ as Libyan militia commander accused of torture appears at ICC

Prosecution is seen as landmark step towards justice over abuses of refugees trying to reach Europe from Africa

The Economic Times

Ebola outbreak sparks US travel curbs, Visa suspension for Africa regions

America is increasing safety measures against Ebola. Travelers from affected regions will be screened. Visa services are temporarily stopped. The World Health Organization declared the outbreak an international health emergency. One American in Congo contracted the virus. Efforts are underway to bring them to Germany for treatment.

AAP

'Numbers increasing': border changes flagged for Ebola

Extra screening measures could enforced at airports for arrivals from West Africa as a deadly strain of Ebola spreads through the region.

The Conversation

Ancient tooth proteins suggest ‘Homo erectus’ may have left a genetic legacy in people today

For most of the 20th century, the model of human origins was a tree: with the trunk dividing into branches, and then twigs. Each species of human relative (hominin) was a neat, single branch.

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Fresh U.S. Strikes in Nigeria Highlight Washington's Growing Military Footprint in West Africa

Nigerian military spokesperson Samaila Uba said operations "in close coordination" with the United States would continue to "disrupt terrorist networks" and deny militants safe haven

The Independent UK

Ebola and hantavirus have Africa talking 'health sovereignty' as donor support fades

A new Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda is highlighting Africa's struggle with reduced international aid

The Conversation

Hantavirus in Africa: why climate change, rats and weak surveillance are worrying scientists

Hantaviruses are not new. They have circulated for decades in rodent populations, particularly in rats and mice. Humans can become infected if they are bitten or scratched by a rodent or by inhaling aerosolised particles. These are tiny bits of rodent urine, faeces or saliva floating through the air that…

The Economic Times

Officials says India closely monitoring Ebola situation, experts urge vigilance

Global health authorities are on alert as Ebola cases rise in Africa. Indian health officials are closely watching the situation and reviewing preparedness measures. Experts highlight robust airport screening and surveillance systems in India. Ebola spreads through direct contact, not airborne transmission like COVID-19. Early detection and infection control are…

International Business Times UK

New Ebola Outbreak Kills 80 as WHO Declares a Public Health Emergency

A new Ebola outbreak in central Africa that has killed 80 people raises fears of a wider outbreak amid a humanitarian crisis, regional war, and violence.

The Times of India

US, Nigeria launch fresh kinetic strikes on ISIS targets

US Africa Command, in coordination with Nigeria, conducted kinetic strikes against ISIS militants in Northeastern Nigeria. This operation follows the recent killing of a top ISIS leader, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, in a joint US-Nigerian mission. The strikes aim to diminish ISIS's capacity to plan attacks threatening regional and US security.

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10 Giant Birds That Are Bigger Than Humans

When most people think of birds, they imagine tiny sparrows, colourful parrots, or pigeons sitting quietly on rooftops. But nature has another side that feels almost unreal. There are birds on Earth so massive, so powerful, and so tall that standing beside them feels like standing next to a dinosaur.…

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