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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:06:40

Somaliaâ s children face deadly malnutrition crisis as aid dwindles

Almost 2 million Somali children between the ages of 6 months and almost 5 will be suffering from acute malnutrition by June, analysts predict. Many are internally displaced people who lack access to basic services.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:16:47

Somalia faces growing hunger fears as El NiÃ±o strengthens

The country is consistently ranked by international organisations as being among the top regions at risk during El NiÃ±o cycles.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:14:34

'Act of ingratitude': Niger condemns expulsion of security agents from France

Niger on Tuesday condemned the expulsion of two of its security agents from France, calling it a â serious and unacceptable act of ingratitude.â

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:17:34

Centre showcasing black and African culture opens in London

In addition to film screenings, the venue will host masterclasses, industry panels, and live performances by established and emerging talent.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:57

Mali hosts more than 322,000 refugees and asylum seekers

Mali is facing mounting humanitarian pressure, with hundreds of thousands of people seeking safety inside its borders. As of September 30, 2026, the country was hosting 322,584 refugees and asylum seekers, alongside 414,524 internally displaced people.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:28:43

Pix of the Day, 14 October, 2026 - Across the world

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:42:33

Germany: Supporters rally in Hamburg as trial opens over Nord Stream pipeline blasts

Supporters waving Ukrainian flags gathered outside a court in Hamburg on Wednesday, 14 October, in solidarity with a former Ukrainian army officer accused of involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions in the Baltic Sea.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:49:03

Rival communities clashes in South Sudan's Lakes state leaves scores dead

Deadly clashes have erupted in South Sudan, leaving scores dead and hospitals overwhelmed with wounded victims. The violence broke out Friday in the Rumbek area of Lakes State, as rival community groups battled.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:04:23

WHO alarmed that many Ebola deaths in DR Congo occur in communities

The number of confirmed cases has surged past 9,000 with more than 4,300 deaths, with many not detected while the patients are still alive.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:02:31

Four killed in shooting after politicianâ s memorial in South Africa

A gunman fired on a group of mourners leaving a memorial service for a local politician in South Africa, killing at least four people and injuring three others, police said Wednesday.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:59:44

Turkish police raid Halk TV in Istanbul, sparking outrage over media freedom

Police barricades surrounded the headquarters of Halk TV in Istanbul on Wednesday, 14 October, as Turkish authorities raided the independent broadcaster and appointed a trustee to take control of its operations.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:24:19

Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay hits out at US sanctions on ICC

Just days after the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Navi Pillay, the White House imposed fresh sanctions on the International Criminal Court. Pillay, the former UN human rights chief, says the timing was no coincidence.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:36:50

IMF chief optimistic Senegal will reach agreement with creditors

Dakar is seeking to emerge from a financial crisis triggered by the discovery of undeclared public debt incurred by the previous administration.

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@africanews Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:14:34

Kenya reports second Ebola case, family member of first patient

Kenya has recorded its second case of Ebola, the health ministry said Wednesday, just over a week after reporting its first ever Ebola case and death.

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