September 17
Africa: As Freshwater Reserves Shrink, Countries Must Prepare for a New Water Reality
UN News
The world is entering a period in which abnormal water supplies are becoming the norm, with river flows, groundwater and glaciers all showing signs of sustained disruption, the UN… Read more »
Africa: All of Africa Today - September 17, 2026 [press review]
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Sudan Gold Mine Collapse Kills at Least 60 Read more »
Africa: How Ecowas Biometric Card Will Ease Travel for Member States' Citizens Across West Africa - Officials
Premium Times
Seven member states have so far deployed the card, although ECOWAS said member states already committed to working towards mutual acceptance of the card at air, land and sea… Read more »
September 16
Africa: All of Africa Today - September 16, 2026 [press review]
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Congo-Kinshasa: Ebola Outbreak Slows in Parts of DR Congo but Crisis Remains Severe
RFI
Ebola infections are slowing in parts of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo four months into the outbreak, but cases are climbing fast in North Kivu and the World Health… Read more »
Somalia: IGAD Calls for Stronger Red Sea Maritime Cooperation
Horn Diplomat
The IGAD Council of Ministers directed the regional bloc to strengthen maritime cooperation in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, warning that threats to shipping and growing military… Read more »
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Nigeria: Nigeria - African Development Bank and ICPC Strengthen Integrity and Accountability in Bank-Financed Projects
African Development Bank (AfDB)
The African Development Bank Group's Office of Integrity and Anti-Corruption (PIAC), in partnership with Nigeria's Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences… Read more »
Africa: Report Warns of Reprisals Against Those Who Engage With the UN On Human Rights
UN News
Activists, lawyers and others who cooperate with the United Nations on human rights continue to face intimidation and reprisals, according to a new report issued on Wednesday by… Read more »
Somalia: International Delegation Inspects Development Projects in Kismayo, Somalia
Shabelle
A delegation from the embassies of Sweden, Norway, the Netherlands, the European Union and Switzerland, alongside international organisations, visited Kismayo to inspect… Read more »
Liberia: From 'Beautiful English' to Serious Business [editorial]
Liberian Observer
When President Joseph Boakai last sat at the center of American power with President Donald Trump, much of the world came away talking about two words: "beautiful English." Read more »
Africa: The World Comes to New York - What's At Stake At UN General Assembly High-Level Week
UN News
Each September, New York becomes the centre of global diplomacy as presidents, prime ministers, ministers and diplomats from around the world gather at United Nations Headquarters. Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Condemns Attack On WFP Trucks
New Dawn
Liberia has condemned attacks on humanitarian operations in Sudan, including the destruction of two World Food Programme (WFP) trucks carrying 50 tonnes of food aid, and called for… Read more »
September 15
Africa: All of Africa Today - September 15, 2026 [press review]
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Africa: KOAFEC 2026 - African Development Bank, Kaist Sign Agreement to Advance Africa's Digital Transformation
African Development Bank (AfDB)
The African Development Bank Group and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have signed a letter of intent to promote digital transformation in Africa. Read more »
Africa: World Fears Major War More Than Any Other Global Risk, UN Survey Finds
UN News
Two years ago, the idea of a large-scale war breaking out felt like a distant hypothetical to the experts who help chart the world's dangers. Today it tops their list of fears,… Read more »
South Sudan: 'Super El Niño' Deepens Hunger Crisis in South Sudan - WFP
UN News
The already dire hunger crisis in South Sudan is becoming increasingly critical as violence, extreme weather and dwindling aid leave millions without enough food, the UN World Food… Read more »
Africa: Martin Kimani Named UN Assistant Secretary-General for Africa
Capital FM
Kenyan diplomat Martin Kimani has been appointed Assistant Secretary-General for Africa at the United Nations. Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Off to New York for 81st Unga, U.S. Engagements
New Republic
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai departed Liberia Sunday for the United States, where he is expected to undertake a series of high-level engagements, including participation in the… Read more »
Liberia: BRICS Summit Backs Stronger Global South Voice
New Dawn
BRICS leaders have reaffirmed calls for greater representation of developing countries in global decision-making, as the bloc concluded its 18th Summit in New Delhi with the… Read more »
September 14
Mali: The Success Mali Must Move Beyond
allAfrica
Mali built a cotton sector capable of producing, ginning and exporting at scale. Mossadeck Bally argues that this success must now support a more demanding ambition: retain more… Read more »
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Africa: KOAFEC 2026 - African Development Bank and Korea's Export-Import Bank Strengthen Partnership to Finance Africa's Strategic Priorities
African Development Bank (AfDB)
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and the Export-Import Bank of Korea (KEXIM) have signed a new memorandum of understanding to deepen co-financing cooperation on projects… Read more »
Kenya: Can Kenya Turn Its Cotton Comeback Into A Genuine Industrial Revival?
allAfrica
Kenya is growing cotton again. But the bigger question is whether it can turn the crop into an industrial engine and keep more of the value at home. Read more »
Sudan: UN Agencies Warn Humanitarian System in Sudan 'Could Collapse'
UN News
UN aid agencies on Monday said they may be forced to scale back humanitarian aid in Sudan - home of the world's worst hunger and displacement crisis - due to funding shortfalls. Read more »
South Sudan: Unicef Reaches Communities Cut Off By Conflict in Jonglei State
UN News
The UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) and partners have delivered lifesaving assistance to families in conflict-affected communities in South Sudan's Jonglei state, many of whom had gone… Read more »
Africa: Putting Young People at the Centre of Drug Policy Reform
allAfrica
In South Africa, the debate about protecting young people from drugs is increasingly raising a different question: are current policies actually helping those who need support… Read more »
Africa: All of Africa Today - September 14, 2026 [press review]
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Sudan: WFP Director Warns Sudan Aid Cuts Could Intensify World's Worst Hunger Crisis
Dabanga
UN food agency says it may be forced to scale back within weeks as war, displacement and drought leave millions facing acute hunger... Read more »
Africa: UN Deputy Scribe, Oramah, Oyedele, Others Say Africa Must Own Its Narrative
This Day
African leaders have challenged the continent's younger generation to take greater control of Africa's economic and political future by building institutions, businesses and… Read more »
