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Society - 18 January 2026
Mali | AfDB and ANASER Deliver Medical Equipment to Major Hospitals
Bamako, January 16, 2026 - The Minister of Health and Social Development today presided over the handover of medical equipment to the Gabriel Touré University Hospital, the Kati University Hospital, and the Mali…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Society - 18 January 2026
Mali | 4th National Day of Restored Sovereignty Celebrated Across the Country and Abroad
Bamako, January 14, 2026 - Mali marked the 4th National Day of Restored Sovereignty on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, a historic occasion celebrating the mobilization of the Malian people to assert their sovereignty and…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Society - 11 January 2026
Rwanda Launches Home-Based Cervical Cancer Screening Program
Kigali, January 4, 2026 - Rwanda has officially launched a home-based cervical cancer screening program, enabling women to self-test at home without visiting a health facility.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Society - 11 January 2026
Over 450 Measles Cases Reported in Kasai-Oriental in Two Weeks
Kasai-Oriental, January 3, 2026 - More than 450 cases of measles have been recorded in Kasai-Oriental province over the past two weeks, raising serious public health concerns.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Society - 11 January 2026
Around 850 Congolese Refugees Receive Humanitarian Aid in Rumonge, Burundi
Rumonge, Burundi | December 2025 A total of 846 Congolese refugees residing in the Rumonge camp in Burundi received humanitarian aid, including food and non-food items, on Thursday.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Society - 11 January 2026
DRC Reports Decline in Monkeypox Cases, Around 300 New Infections Weekly
Kinshasa | January 1, 2026 - Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo report a notable decline in monkeypox cases, with approximately 250 to 300 new infections recorded each week, according to officials…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Society - 11 January 2026
DRC - Monkeypox Cases Declining: Around 300 Weekly Reports
Kinshasa, January 1, 2026 The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is currently reporting approximately 300 cases of monkeypox per week, a significant decrease compared to previous months, according to Christian Ngandu…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Society - 4 January 2026
Bamako Hosts Workshop on Drivers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and Worker Rights
Bamako, December 26, 2025 A sensitization workshop for transport operators, drivers, and truck drivers opened on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the Bamako International Conference Center (CICB).
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Society - 14 December 2025
Tahoua Celebrates Tradition: 46th Traditional Wrestling Tournament Opens
Tahoua, December 19, 2025 - The city of Tahoua came alive with the spirit of Nigerien traditions and cultural heritage as it hosted the official opening of the 46th Traditional Wrestling Tournament, one of Niger's most…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Society - 13 December 2025
Niamey: Inauguration of the PK7 + 250 “Sorey Bridge” on National Route 1 East
Niamey, December 17, 2025 - Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, Mr.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Society - 13 December 2025
Western Rwanda: 1,375 Families May Require Food Assistance After Poor Rains
WESTERN PROVINCE, Rwanda - December 27, 2025 - Authorities in Rwanda’s Western Province have warned that 1,375 families may require food assistance following insufficient rainfall that severely affected crop production…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read
Society - 13 December 2025
Goma Residents Protest AFC/M23 Withdrawal from Uvira, Demand Lasting Peace
Goma, DRC - December 22, 2025
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read