CGTN Africa
Weekly Look-Back with Ongezwa: Zambia’s High-Stakes Election, DRC Ebola Crisis & Viral Dance Steps
- Title
- Weekly Look-Back with Ongezwa: Zambia’s High-Stakes Election, DRC Ebola Crisis & Viral Dance Steps
- Runtime
- 2:58
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- From voters heading to the polls in Zambia's high-stakes election 🇿🇲 to the surging Ebola crisis demanding urgent global action in DR Congo 🦠, South Africa’s historic 70th Women's Day featuring a viral presidential dance move 💃, and a sweeping winter freeze ❄️, these are the stories that made headlines across Africa this week.
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- Inside Mongbwalu: Trust grows in DRC Ebola response
- Runtime
- 2:51
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Three months into the outbreak, CGTN looks at how attitudes towards Ebola response efforts are changing in Mongbwalu. After weeks of mistrust, residents are gradually becoming more receptive to containment measures.
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- Ugandan sugar makers protest 300% Kenya import tax
- Runtime
- 2:38
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Ugandan sugar manufacturers are protesting a 300% tax imposed by Kenya on imported sugar, saying the measure could shut them out of one of their biggest regional markets.
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- Title
- Sudan conflict raises regional security concerns
- Runtime
- 3:17
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- As fighting intensifies in Sudan, concerns are growing that the conflict could trigger a wider regional security crisis. CGTN speaks Dr. Hassan Khannenje, Director of the HORN International Institute for Strategic Studies, to examine the potential impact on the wider Horn of Africa.
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- RSF claims Sudan-Ethiopia border town
- Runtime
- 6:26
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Sudan's Rapid Support Forces say they have seized Kurmuk in the Blue Nile region after heavy fighting with the army. The strategic town near Ethiopia is a key crossing and supply route. The army says its positions were hit by heavy drone attacks, including strikes it alleges came from Ethiopian territory.
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- Title
- Nigeria reviews crude oil pricing
- Runtime
- 11:28
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Nigeria is considering changes to how crude oil is allocated and priced to improve access for domestic refiners, including the Dangote Refinery. Analysts say pricing, rather than supply, remains the main obstacle, with refiners paying more for locally produced crude.
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- Title
- Zambia election: Private sector chief on voters’ economic concerns
- Runtime
- 7:52
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- As vote counting continues in Zambia, CGTN spoke to Yusuf Dodia, Chairman of the Zambia Private Sector Association, for insight into the mood on the ground and the economic issues shaping voters’ choices.
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- Sahel states push for locally led humanitarian aid
- Runtime
- 3:53
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Humanitarian efforts in the Sahel have long relied on emergency aid for people displaced by conflict. But Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger are calling for a new approach, with greater reliance on local resources and regional cooperation rather than external donors.
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- Title
- East African military chiefs back standby force
- Runtime
- 2:12
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Military chiefs from nine East African countries say they are ready to deploy a regional standby force as security threats evolve. The Eastern African Standby Force is preparing for a bigger role in peace and security operations as international support for African-led missions comes under pressure.
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- Title
- Zambia election puts cost of living and political access in focus
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- As Zambia awaits election results, the high cost of living is a key concern, while economic pressures are also raising questions about the role of wealthy backers and whether women and young people have equal access to politics.
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- Title
- Finance, electricity key barriers for DRC businesses
- Runtime
- 3:09
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- A new World Bank survey shows that businesses in the Democratic Republic of Congo are struggling most with access to affordable finance and reliable electricity, amid decades of conflict that have hurt investment.
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- Title
- Nairobi lit up the sky with a 500-drone show
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Nairobi lit up the sky on August 12 with a 500-drone show celebrating China-Africa ties, showcasing cultural, sporting links and major infrastructure projects.
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- Title
- China completes first marine wave slamming experiment in Tianjin
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- China has completed its first marine wave slamming experiment in Tianjin. Researchers used a huge wave tank to simulate violent ocean waves hitting ship structures. The test was designed to aid the development of safer designs for liquefied natural gas carriers. Data collected from the experiment will be handed over to shipyards to support independent vessel development.
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- Shaanxi Youth Football Team makes debut in Kenya
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Young footballers from China and Kenya have come together in Nairobi for a series of friendly matches, using the game to build friendships and learn from each other.
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- Title
- 📺 WATCH #AfricaLive on CGTN at 1700GMT with Peninah Karibe
- Runtime
- 46:56
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- * Zambians await election results after Thursday’s national vote
* The #Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo is spreading to more provinces
* Nearly 500 people remain missing after #Colombia earthquake
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- Title
- 📺 WATCH #AfricaLive on CGTN at 1000GMT with Peninah Karibe:
- Runtime
- 52:14
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- *Zambia votes in presidential, parliamentary and local government elections
*Zimbabwe boat accident death toll rises to 44
*WHO Chief says DR Congo Ebola outbreak second largest on record
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- Title
- Sudan fighting intensifies
- Runtime
- 5:28
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Fighting continues between Sudan’s army and the Rapid Support Forces, with drone attacks hitting five army-held cities on Wednesday, including part of the capital. The RSF has not claimed responsibility, but sources say it is stepping up its offensive after recent losses to the army.
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- Title
- Inside Mongbwalu: Poor sanitation hampers Ebola response in DRC
- Runtime
- 2:45
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Limited access to safe water and basic sanitation is hampering efforts to contain the #Ebola outbreak in Mongbwalu, Ituri. Communities face shortages of clean drinking water and sanitation facilities, adding to challenges confronting health workers.
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- Title
- DRC Ebola outbreak grows rapidly
- Runtime
- 5:33
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- The Democratic Republic Congo (DRC) is facing its fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record and the second-largest epidemic ever, according to World Health Organization (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. Ituri remains the epicentre, accounting for about 90% of cases and 80% of deaths, with transmission reported in Bunia, Rwampara, Nizi and Lita.
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- Title
- Zambia votes in presidential election
- Runtime
- 4:39
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Zambians are voting in an election widely expected to give President Hakainde Hichilema a second term, despite cost-of-living concerns. His main challenger is opposition candidate Brian Mundubile, backed by an alliance including supporters of late former President Edgar Lungu.
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- Title
- Uganda-Tanzania eye broader cooperation beyond oil pipeline
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Uganda and Tanzania are looking to deepen cooperation beyond the East African Crude Oil Pipeline. The proposed Tanga regional energy hub will expand storage, refining and fuel distribution, while opening the door to closer collaboration on gas and electricity-grid integration.
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- Title
- Rising Lake Tanganyika waters force families to adapt in DR Congo
- Runtime
- 2:42
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Rising Lake Tanganyika waters are forcing families in eastern DR Congo to adapt after nearly a year of flooding. In Uvira, homes have been submerged and the shoreline has shifted further inland. While heavier rainfall may be a factor, experts say the causes of the rising water levels remain unclear.
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- Title
- ECOWAS pushes to remove trade barriers facing MSMEs
- Runtime
- 4:02
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- ECOWAS has long championed a borderless West Africa, but traders still face delays, multiple checkpoints, differing regulations and added costs. Now, regional lawmakers are pushing for sanctions against member states that fail to uphold trade agreements.
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- WATCH #AfricaLIVE 1700 GMT on CGTN with Richard Nta
- Runtime
- 48:11
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- * Death toll from ferry accident on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe rises to 44
* DR Congo’s women gold miners struggle to survive amid Ebola outbreak
* Zambians head to the polls in a crowded presidential field
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- Title
- 📺 WATCH #AfricaLive on CGTN at 1000GMT with Mahia Mutua:
- Runtime
- 51:51
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- * Search and rescue operations continue in Zimbabwe after boat accident kills 15
* Zambians prepare to go to the polls on Thursday
* Inside the harsh reality of DR Congo’s women gold miners
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- Title
- Young Gambians turn creativity into new economic opportunities
- Runtime
- 3:24
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Creatives in The Gambia are increasingly turning their talents into businesses, using fashion, music, film and digital content to reach audiences at home and abroad. Social media platforms such as TikTok are opening new opportunities, but access to finance, skills and markets remains a challenge. On International Youth Day, CGTN Africa explores the growth and potential of the country's creative economy.
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- Title
- East Africa braces for El Niño
- Runtime
- 3:24
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Climate experts are warning of above-normal rainfall across much of East Africa during the October-November-December rainy season, amid signs of a strengthening El Niño. The outlook raises concerns over flooding, infrastructure damage and disruption to livelihoods. Experts say stronger early-warning systems and preparedness will be critical in protecting communities at risk.
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- Bukavu launches vaccination drive against measles, rubella and polio
- Runtime
- 1:57
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Health authorities in South Kivu, DR Congo, have launched a mass vaccination campaign against measles, rubella and polio in Bukavu. More than 437,000 children are being targeted for measles and rubella vaccinations, while 1.7 million are expected to receive polio vaccinations. The campaign comes amid disruptions to routine immunization caused by the Ebola outbreak and ongoing insecurity.
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- Title
- Sudan markets reopen as traders try to revive the economy
- Runtime
- 2:50
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Markets are gradually reopening in parts of Sudan's capital after more than three years of conflict, offering a boost to traders and local communities. Elhuriya Street and Al-Markazi market are among areas where commercial activity has resumed, although damaged infrastructure, unreliable electricity, inflation and weak demand continue to hamper recovery.
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- Title
- US imposes 12.5% tariff on South African imports
- Runtime
- 3:01
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- South Africa's already strained trade relationship with the United States is facing fresh pressure after Washington imposed a 12.5% import tariff on a range of South African exports. Pretoria has rejected US allegations over forced labor in supply chains and is seeking to address the concerns.
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- Title
- Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games tickets go on sale
- Runtime
- 2:45
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Ticket sales for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games have officially opened, with fans now able to purchase tickets through the official online platform. Individual competition tickets start at $1,76, while access to Fan Zones will be free. The Games will take place across Dakar, Diamniadio and Saly from October 31 to November 13.
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- Title
- Al-Shabaab remains a persistent threat in Somalia
- Runtime
- 2:29
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Nearly two decades of international military and financial support have failed to eliminate the threat posed by Al-Shabaab in Somalia. While billions of dollars have gone towards weapons, troop training and peacekeeping, the group continues to hold territory and carry out deadly attacks. Analysts say lasting stability will require stronger governance, political unity and greater public trust.
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- Title
- Ceuta migrant crisis: Defiant migrants adamant they won’t go back home
- Runtime
- 2:35
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- Migrants stranded in Spain’s North African enclave say they have no plans to return home, despite harsh conditions and uncertainty over their future. Many are living in makeshift camps along the beach as reception centres struggle to cope with the influx.
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- Title
- DR Congo Ebola outbreak death toll surpasses 2,000
- Runtime
- 2:42
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- The #Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached more than 4,000 confirmed cases and 2,000 deaths. However, South Kivu has recorded no new cases for 73 days. In the wider eastern region, delayed treatment, conflict and community mistrust continue to hamper containment efforts.
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- Title
- Inside Mongbwalu: Women beneath the surface
- Runtime
- 3:04
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- In the third episode of our exclusive coverage from Mongbwalu, we focus on women working in the town’s artisanal gold mines. The high mobility of miners and traders is making #Ebola prevention more difficult, as workers move between mining areas and surrounding communities. For many women, however, stopping work is not an option, as they depend on the mines to feed their families.
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- Title
- WATCH #AfricaLIVE 1700 GMT on CGTN with Mahia Mutua:
- Runtime
- 43:45
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
- Description
- * Rescuers in #Colombia race against time to find earthquake survivors.
* Nigeria police say at least 29 killed in Kebbi clashes
* Nearly half of children screened in #Somalia's Baidoa are acutely malnourished: MSF
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- Title
- 📺 WATCH #AfricaLive on CGTN at 1000GMT with Richard Nta:
- Runtime
- 49:45
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- * No new Ebola cases recorded in DRC's South Kivu Province for 73 days
* Al-Shabaab threat persists in Somalia, despite 20 years of aid
* Human activity leads to decline in Kenya’s lion population
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- Title
- WHO warns Ebola response captures only one-third of DRC outbreak
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo are stepping up efforts to detect Ebola cases in communities, amid concerns that many people are dying outside health facilities. The outbreak has now claimed more than 2,000 lives, with 4,381 confirmed cases reported as of August 11.
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- Title
- Inside Mongbwalu: DRC’s front line in the Ebola fight
- Runtime
- 2:35
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Medical teams in Mongbwalu, a town in northeastern #DRCongo, are working around the clock to treat patients while monitoring and detecting new #Ebola infections. In this #CGTNAfrica exclusive, we report from the town at the center of the outbreak, where an already strained health system is under growing pressure.
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- Title
- South Africa’s ship repair sector gets a boost
- Runtime
- 2:59
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- The arrival of a 228-meter crude tanker at Durban’s port after a decade signals a potential turnaround for South Africa’s ship repair industry. State owned infrastructure firm Transnet, is upgrading facilities and seeking private investment as it works to address infrastructure and logistics challenges.
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- Title
- Zambia gears up for presidential election
- Runtime
- 1:56
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Zambians head to the polls on Thursday, with incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema among 14 presidential candidates. About 8.7 million voters are expected to cast ballots, while parliament will expand to 226 directly elected MPs from 156.
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- Title
- Super El Niño 2026 Threat to Africa: Drought, floods and what experts warn
- Runtime
- 3:22
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Scientists and global #forecasting systems are closely monitoring a rapidly strengthening #ElNiño in the tropical #Pacific, with the World Meteorological Organization forecasting a strong event in 2026. Climate experts warn that the phenomenon could bring major #weather and economic impacts across #Africa, including drought and #rainfall disruptions, while worsening conditions could drive displacement in vulnerable communities. #Africa #Rainfall #EastAfrica
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- Title
- 📺 WATCH #AfricaLive on CGTN at 1700GMT with Richard Nta
- Runtime
- 48:00
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- * 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes western Colombia, killing at least 22
* Tehran demands US meet conditions to reopen Strait of Hormuz
* CGTN exclusive coverage of the #Ebola response in Mongbwalu, DR Congo
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- Title
- WATCH #AfricaLive 1000 GMT on CGTN with Peninah Karibe:
- Runtime
- 54:20
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- • Exclusive: Inside the #Ebola-hit town of Mongbwalu, DRC
• At least 25 bodies uncovered in a mass grave in #Sudan's Blue Nile state
• South Africa's milestones in #women rights
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- Colombia earthquake kills at least 42
- Runtime
- 4:00
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has killed at least 42 people in western Colombia, with buildings collapsing and people trapped under rubble. Rescue teams are assessing the damage in several cities, while authorities warn residents to remain alert for aftershocks.
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- M7.5 earthquake hits Colombia
- Runtime
- 0:28
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- A 7.5-magnitude earthquake jolted Colombia at 8:34 p.m. on Monday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). The epicenter was monitored at 4.85 degrees north latitude and 76.15 degrees west longitude with a depth of 80 km, the center said.
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- Title
- Mass graves found after Sudan army retakes Kurmuk
- Runtime
- 4:45
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Mass graves containing the bodies of 25 civilians have been discovered in Kurmuk, Sudan's Blue Nile region, following the army's recapture of the town from the Rapid Support Forces. Local officials say women, children and hospital staff are among those found.
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- WHO panel recommends Ebola vaccine trial in DR Congo
- Runtime
- 6:30
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- A World Health Organization advisory group has backed further research in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to assess whether the Ervebo vaccine, developed for the Zaire strain of Ebola, could provide protection against the rare Bundibugyo virus. WHO says current evidence is insufficient to determine whether Ervebo is effective against the strain. Epidemiologist Placide Mbala of the University of Kinshasa discusses the proposed research and its potential implications for the outbreak response.
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- Title
- Nairobi Street Food Festival draws food lovers
- Runtime
- 3:50
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Food lovers gathered at the Nairobi Street Food Festival to sample some of Kenya's favourite dishes, from nyama choma and viazi karai to smocha and mutura. The event also featured music, games and performances, celebrating Nairobi's vibrant food culture.
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- Title
- WHO warns DR Congo Ebola outbreak spreading rapidly
- Runtime
- 2:17
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- WHO officials warn that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading at an unprecedented speed. CGTN Africa speaks to Alex Lock, spokesperson for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, about the challenges facing the response.
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