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Africa: All of Africa Today – June 11, 2026
Kenya Opposition Proposes Alternative ‘People’s Budget’ Kenya’s opposition coalition under the United Alternative Government banner has sharply criticised President William Ruto’s administration ahead of the presentation of the 2026/2027 national budget. They accused the government of pursuing policies that are deepening the country’s debt crisis and worsening the burden on ordinary citizens. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo…
Africa: All of Africa Today – June 10, 2026
Deadly Protest Erupts Over Proposed U.S. Ebola Facility in Kenya A protest against a proposed US-run Ebola quarantine and treatment facility in Nanyuki, Kenya, turned deadly after clashes between police and demonstrators left one person dead and at least 19 others arrested. Human rights groups, including the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) and Vocal…
Africa: All of Africa Today – June 9, 2026
DR Congo Reports 101 Ebola Deaths The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported 101 confirmed Ebola deaths amid a worsening outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain. The government has said that it recorded 35 new confirmed cases in the previous 24 hours, including 10 deaths. The outbreak is concentrated in three provinces long beset by…
Africa: All of Africa Today – June 8, 2026
South African President Ramaphosa Announces Crackdown on Illegal Migration South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has addressed the nation to announce a raft of new measures to crack down on illegal migration as tensions rise over anti-foreigner marches and frustrations about high unemployment. The new plans include tougher action against employers hiring undocumented migrants, dedicated immigration…
Africa: All of Africa Today – June 5, 2026
South Africa and Kenya Sign 6 New Accords to Boost Trade and Ties South Africa and Kenya have signed six new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening cooperation in trade, maritime transport, skills development, gender equality, arts and culture, and sport, as the two countries move to deepen their strategic partnership. The agreements were signed during…
Africa: Today in History – the World Recognises HIV/Aids
June 5, 1981, is widely recognised as the day the world first became aware of what would later be known as HIV/Aids. On that date, the United States Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a brief report describing five previously healthy young men in Los Angeles who had developed a rare form of…
Africa: All of Africa Today – June 3, 2026
Two Dead in Kenya Protests Over U.S.-Funded Ebola Facility Two people were shot dead in the Kenyan town of Nanyuki during protests against a proposed US-funded Ebola isolation centre at the nearby Laikipia Airbase. Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets, blocking roads and burning tyres as police used tear gas to disperse crowds. One of…
Africa: All of Africa Today – June 1, 2026
Polls Open in Ethiopia General Election Amid Raging Conflicts Polls have opened in Ethiopia’s general election as conflict rages in parts of the country, meaning many people will not be able to vote. More than 54 million registered voters are expected to cast their ballots on June 1, 2026. Election materials have been distributed…