Addis Abeba — Kenya has overtaken Ethiopia as Eastern Africa’s largest economy measured by nominal gross domestic product (GDP) in US dollar terms, according to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) October 2026 World Economic Outlook (WEO), a shift largely attributed to exchange-rate movements rather than faster real economic growth. The IMF’s estimates show Ethiopia’s economy…
The Vatican released new photos of Pope Leo XIV — the first since his lung cancer surgery — showing him celebrating Mass at the hospital in Rome. The photos, released Friday, show the American-born pope standing at an altar in green vestments, celebrating Mass at a small chapel in Gemelli Hospital. Pope Leo XIV celebrates…
A new buyer strategy for African markets The 2027 edition will place expanding African market opportunities at the centre of its strategy, responding to research showing that 81% of exhibitors want greater access to local markets and opportunities to grow their businesses beyond their traditional customer base. “Africa represents a significant opportunity for businesses looking…
Mexico is investigating a viral video said to show mercenaries chanting drug cartel slogans in Ukraine. President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the inquiry. Mexico previously warned Kyiv cartel members were joining its International Legion to gain drone warfare experience. Published On 9 Oct 20269 Oct 2026 Share Mexico investigates video said to show cartel members fighting…
The FlyDubai co-pilot whose alleged violent attempt to crash a flight to Israel last week and kill everyone onboard has a history of writing and sharing misogynistic remarks on social media using the rhetoric of the so-called manosphere, CBS News has found. Many posts written and shared by Hamam al Hamami on an X account…
Nairobi, Kenya — I was born in Rwanda, but my family soon became refugees in Uganda during the conflict and unrest on the cusp of independence. My father was a teacher and went to great lengths to make sure I was well educated. My parents were also smallholder farmers, and I saw firsthand the challenges…
The comms department wants to build institutions in which good governance is part of the everyday culture of the portfolio. (Image source: iStock) The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) says three of its entities achieved clean audit outcomes, with the embattled South African Post Office (SAPO) achieving an unqualified audit opinion for the…
Watch: Images show damage to plane after power bank bursts into flames during flight – CBS News Watch CBS News A power bank overheated and caught fire on a flight from Amsterdam to Curacao on Friday, charring part of the plane. Tom Hanson has the story.
New photos obtained exclusively by CBS News reveal for the first time the widespread damage and destruction of buildings and vehicles at multiple U.S. positions across the Middle East, as a result of Iranian missile and drone attacks. The images were sent to CBS News by active service members on condition of anonymity because…
African states invest around $500 million in space programmes annually, a figure expected to reach around $40 billion by 2030. With a number of initiatives already in place, the continent is seeking a seat at the table when it comes to international decisions on space exploration and equal access to the development of technology. Across…
