Rwandan President Paul Kagame said on Wednesday night that South African troops had no place in the eastern DR Congo battlefield, adding he was ready to “deal” with any confrontation from Pretoria. Thirteen South African soldiers have died in the past week in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as Rwanda-backed M23 fighters seized more territory, … Read more
This airport will provide a huge access point for travellers into and out of Africa. The Rwandan airport will cost a huge £1.6 billion and is located 40 kilometres from Kigali – the capital of the country. It is expected that the airport will be the most significant in Africa with completion expected in 2026. … Read more
As the dust settles on another wild one, let POLITICO help you reminisce by rattling through, in no particular order, the 37 words on every extremely-online political type’s lips this year. TWO-TIER JUSTICE: A big talking point of comeback kid Nigel Farage and his fans. They argued that the British justice system treated white and … Read more
‘I’ve travelled to over 70 countries across five continents, but even that couldn’t prepare me for a lot of what I experienced in Africa.’ TikTok traveller and blogger Eli Solidum (@elisolidum), from the Philippines, is telling MailOnline Travel about his amazing four-month odyssey around Africa, a journey that had ‘a ton’ of challenges but that … Read more
 "What is the ‘bleeding eye’ virus that has killed 15 in Rwanda? – Firstpost")
A deadly outbreak of the Marburg virus, also known as the “Bleeding Eye Virus,” is causing chaos in the African nation of Rwanda, claiming the lives of 15 people. With hundreds more believed to be infected, this devastating disease is raising alarm across the region. The virus poses a terrifying 50/50 risk of death and … Read more
 "From Africa to Sweden and now Pakistan, how mpox is spreading across the globe – Firstpost")
Mpox, a viral infection that spreads through close contact, has been declared a global health emergency for the second time in two years. The World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday issued its highest level of alert for the viral disease, noting that more than 14,000 cases and 524 deaths in Africa this year have already … Read more
The Super Eagles of Nigeria host Rwanda on Monday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, in their final Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying game, seeking to end their campaign on a high note and maintain their unbeaten record in Group D. Three-time African champions Nigeria have already secured the top … Read more
 "How Pakistan’s Peshawar has emerged as mpox ‘epicentre’ – Firstpost")
Mpox has been declared a global health emergency for the second time in two years. A new form of the virus, clade lb, has triggered global concern as it seems to be spreading quickly and little is known about the strain. The virus has spread to several countries outside Africa. This includes Pakistan, which reported … Read more
 "How bad is it? – Firstpost")
The World Health Organization has declared that a recent outbreak of mpox represents a global health emergency for the second time in two years. A more deadly and contagious variant of the virus has claimed the lives of over 600 people since the beginning of 2024. Besides Africa, new cases have also been reported in Europe … Read more
geneva — More than 50,000 people have so far been vaccinated against mpox in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, the World Health Organization’s chief said on Friday. The outbreak is still not under control, the African Union’s health watchdog warned a day earlier, appealing for resources to avoid a “more severe” pandemic than … Read more
