Africa news: latest stories from across the continent

Want quick, reliable updates about Africa? This tag brings you the newest stories from across the continent — politics, economy, health, education and sports. We pick local reporting and big-picture pieces so you can follow what matters without digging through everything on the site.

Top stories right now

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  • Radio Host Edward Kwach Dies After Meningitis Battle — A beloved Kenyan presenter passed away after a public appeal for blood donations. The story covers the timeline, the community response, and tributes from colleagues. (Kenya)
  • University of Nairobi Tops Kenya's University Rankings — New EduRank results place the University of Nairobi at the top in Kenya and eighth in Africa. The piece explains what drove the ranking and what it means for students and research.

These examples show the range of coverage: personal stories that move a community and factual reports on education and national progress.

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Finally, if sports or culture matter to you, this tag mixes those updates with politics and business so you get a full picture of life across Africa. Check back often — headlines change fast and we publish new pieces every day.

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World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Egypt, Morocco, and Tunisia Shape Africa’s Race

By Sfiso Masuku    On 21 Apr, 2025    Comments (0)

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Africa’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers heated up on Matchday 5 as Egypt and Morocco solidified their grip on group leads—Morocco already sealing qualification. Tunisia edged Liberia, Zambia climbed back into contention, while group upsets and suspensions add twists to the road to North America.

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