Dormitory fire at Kenyan school kills at least 15 students
A fire at a girls' school in Kenya killed at least 15 students, according to police. Dozens more were injured in the blaze at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil.
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Sixteen Pupils Killed in Kenya School Fire
Sixteen students have been killed in a fire at a boarding school in Gilgil, about 120km (77 miles) north-west of the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, according to authorities.
Uganda Closes Border with Congo to Curb Ebola Spread
Uganda has closed its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to contain the spread of the Ebola virus, allowing travel only for emergency cases. According to the Ministry of Health, anyone entering from Congo will face 21 days of mandatory isolation.
Ghana Welcomes Pope’s Apology for Church’s Role in Slavery
Ghana has welcomed Pope Leo XIV's apology for the Catholic Church's historic role in slavery, describing it as an 'act of moral courage' that was important in the global pursuit of 'truth, human dignity and justice', according to the BBC.
Senegal’s World Cup 2026 Ambitions Face Economic Paradox
Senegal's national football team is positioning itself as a genuine contender for the 2026 World Cup, despite facing economic challenges tied to youth academy investments.
Mali Crisis Could Have Spillover Effects as Tensions Escalate
The ongoing Mali crisis could have dangerous spillover effects across the Sahel region, according to a recent analysis. Rebel groups, including Al-Qaeda-affiliated factions and Tuareg separatists, have launched a coordinated attack on the Malian army and its Russian allies.
Botswana Couple Challenges Same-Sex Marriage Ban in Landmark Case
A Botswana couple is challenging the country’s ban on same-sex marriage in court, with hearings scheduled for 14 and 15 July. If successful, Botswana would become the second African country to legalise same-sex marriage. According to the source.
India-Africa summit postponed over Ebola outbreak fears
The India-Africa summit has been postponed due to concerns over the spread of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to Al Jazeera.
Ebola Outbreak in DRC: US Travel Ban ‘Not the Solution’
The US imposed a travel ban on non-US passport holders from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to an Ebola outbreak, but the Africa CDC says it is 'not the solution'.
Dozens of Vehicles Burnt in Mali as Fuel Blockade Intensifies
Dozens of vehicles, including fuel tankers, have been set on fire near Mali's capital, Bamako, as jihadists enforce a fuel blockade ahead of the Eid al-Adha holiday, according to the BBC.
Sierra Leone Becomes African Nation to Accept US Deportees
Sierra Leone has become the latest African country to receive migrants deported from the United States as part of Donald Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration, according to BBC reports.
Nigeria Arrests Former Minister After 75-Year Corruption Conviction
Nigeria's anti-corruption agency has arrested former Power Minister Saleh Mamman a week after he was sentenced to 75 years in jail for corruption, according to the BBC.
Ebola Cases Reach 600 as WHO Warns of Further Rise
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported 600 suspected Ebola cases and 139 suspected deaths, with numbers expected to rise further, according to an AP wire report.
US Claims Emergency Refugee Situation for 17,500 White South Africans
The US government claims an 'emergency refugee situation' as it admits 17,500 white South Africans this year, according to a state department notice.
Four killed in protests during Kenyan strikes over high fuel prices
Four people have been killed and at least 30 injured in protests linked to Kenya's nationwide transport strikes against recent increases in the cost of fuel, according to the interior minister.