Good morning, Africa — here’s what’s unfolding today. From Borno’s push to rebuild schools after years of insurgency, to a public health alert over a new mosquito-borne disease, Nigeria is seeing major developments in education, health and security. Across the continent, South Africa confronts the near-extinction of the Taita falcon, Mediterranean nations grapple with mounting environmental threats and Lagos tightens safety checks on ride-hailing services. We’re also tracking moves to boost financial inclusion, a cybercrime-arms arrest with big investment implications, and the latest from BBNaija 10. Follow along for live updates as the day develops:
Africa News Live Updates: Nigeria rebuilds schools, South Africa fights extinction, Mediterranean faces climate strain
Africa News Live Updates: Stay tuned to our live coverage bringing you the pulse of Africa as it happens. We’re tracking unfolding political shifts, peace and security developments, regional cooperation milestones, breakthroughs in business and technology, the effects of climate change, population movements and community-led change. Watch how nations across the continent engage with the world and confront challenges at home and abroad across every sphere of life
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Good morning, Africa — here’s what’s unfolding today. From Borno’s push to rebuild schools after years of insurgency, to a public health alert over a new mosquito-borne disease, Nigeria is seeing major developments in education, health and security. Across the continent, South Africa confronts the near-extinction of the Taita falcon, Mediterranean nations grapple with mounting environmental threats and Lagos tightens safety checks on ride-hailing services. We’re also tracking moves to boost financial inclusion, a cybercrime-arms arrest with big investment implications, and the latest from BBNaija 10. Follow along for live updates as the day develops:
Live Updates
Africa News Live Updates: Stay tuned to our live coverage bringing you the pulse of Africa as it happens. We’re tracking unfolding political shifts, peace and security developments, regional cooperation milestones, breakthroughs in business and technology, the effects of climate change, population movements and community-led change. Watch how nations across the continent engage with the world and confront challenges at home and abroad across every sphere of life
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