Kenya has confirmed its third Ebola case, raising concerns over the spread of the deadly virus across East Africa. The Health Ministry says the latest patient is a 65-year-old woman and a close relative of the country’s first two cases. She had been in quarantine since October 6.

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s government has banned the activities of 13 political parties, including the PPRD of former president Joseph Kabila. Presented as a national security measure, the decision has divided the political class and reignited debate over democratic pluralism in the country.

Zipporah Nyaguthii Gitonga. PHOTO/FAO By SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT newshub@eyewitness.africa Kenya’s Zipporah Nyaguthii Gitonga was among 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems and Rural Development, honoured by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today. Zipporah is a Kenyan agribusiness leader and advocate for inclusive agricultural transformation whose work has helped strengthen access to finance, technology, inputs, and markets for smallholder farmers. Through her leadership within the Mazao Group of Companies, she has supported the development of integrated agricultural services, including quality seedling production, farmer financing, digital input marketplaces, and knowledge-sharing platforms that improve farm productivity and resilience. Combining practical agribusiness experience with research and policy engagement, she has championed innovative financing solutions, financial literacy, and sustainable investment in agriculture. Her efforts to connect f...

Pope Leo XIV at the diocesan assembly in the Basilica of St John Lateran on September 19, 2025. PHOTO/FILE. By PATRICK MAYOYO Catholics are invited to reflect on God’s abundant love, the promise of eternal life and the importance of responding to His call with genuine faith. The readings from Isaiah, St Paul’s Letter to the Philippians and the Gospel according to Matthew present a message of hope, perseverance and spiritual responsibility, reminding Christians that accepting God’s invitation requires more than words; it demands a life transformed by love and good deeds. The first reading, Isaiah 25:6–10a, describes God preparing a magnificent feast for all peoples on His holy mountain. The rich food and choice wine symbolise abundance, joy and the fulfilment of His promises. More importantly, Isaiah declares that God will destroy death, remove the veil covering the nations and wipe away every tear. This offers comfort to those experiencing grief, suffering, injustice and uncert...

In tonight's programme, Kenya confirms a third case of Ebola, a relative of a man who died earlier this month after travelling from DR Congo. Also,Cameroonian journalist Ambe Macmillan is recovering in hospital after being shot in the legs by gunmen in Bamenda. And we meet Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama... And finally, we meet Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama, who digs deep into his country's colonial and industrial past to lay new creative foundations for generations to come.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Friday announced the appointment of an interim administration to prepare elections in the northern Tigray region previously controlled by the Tigray People's Liberation Front that has clashed with government forces since September. The recent conflict revived a war that killed hundreds of thousands between 2020 and 2022.

Built in Ibadan, startbuddi brings customer management, marketing and daily operations into one workspace. Founder Joanna Okedara-Kalu discusses Chip AI, its free plan and the commercial challenges ahead.

Darey Art Alade and Livespot offer a case study in the business behind Africa’s entertainment industry, from production capability and project financing to rights ownership and team development.

INDEPENDENT PUBLIC-INTEREST ASSESSMENT OCHOUDO MARTIN AGBASO, MFR THE GOVERNORSHIP CASE EXPERIENCE · JUDGMENT · ELECTORAL READINESS The record behind his ambition, the experience he would bring to office and the work still required to earn Imo’s trust By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze A CIVIC CONTRIBUTION This series is a voluntary civic contribution to Emekuku, helping its […]

Delhi police tightened security ahead of a Cockroach Janta Party rally over voter-roll revisions, following recent detentions and restrictions on demonstrations.