African Union leaders discuss women’s, children’s, and adolescents’ health at the 39th AU Summit.
Health

Advancing Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health: Key Advocacy Messages for the 39th African Union Summit

omondi84FF February 13, 2026

As the 39th African Union Summit convenes, new data shows Africa still bears the highest burden of maternal, newborn, and child deaths, underscoring the urgent need to move from health commitments to measurable delivery, stronger financing, and accountability.

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African headlines on climate disasters, food insecurity, trade shocks, and political developments on Feb 12, 2026.
Business

South Africa’s Beef Exports Plunge, Ghana’s Cocoa Farmers Go Unpaid

omondi84FF February 13, 2026

From South Africa’s falling beef exports and unpaid cocoa farmers in Ghana to deadly storms, floods, and key court rulings, Africa’s February 12 headlines reveal how climate change, market pressures, and governance challenges are converging across regions.

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Yameogo Aminata sits inside a refugee shelter in northern Ivory Coast after fleeing jihadist violence in Burkina Faso.
Africa

This woman fought back when jihadists killed her sons

omondi84FF February 11, 2026

After losing her four sons in a brutal jihadist attack in Burkina Faso, Yameogo Aminata fled to Ivory Coast seeking safety. Her story reflects the growing humanitarian crisis in the Sahel region, where thousands have been killed and millions displaced by ongoing violence.

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Kenya Rising Starlets players celebrate after scoring against Tanzania in a FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier match.
Sports

Alumira backs Rising Starlets to seal World Cup qualification

omondi84FF February 11, 2026

Former Harambee Starlets coach Alex Alumira has expressed confidence in the Rising Starlets after their 1-0 first-leg win over Tanzania. He believes mental strength, discipline, and unity will help Kenya secure qualification for the 2027 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.

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Kenyan mobile phone market with warning against sale of unapproved and unsafe devices.
Innovation

Govt warns against sale of unapproved mobile phones

omondi84FF February 10, 2026

The Kenyan government has warned consumers and vendors against selling or using unapproved mobile phones, citing serious health, safety, and network risks. The Communications Authority has flagged 21 non-approved brands and urged buyers to verify devices before purchase to protect public safety and the country’s ICT systems.

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