The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning about a more complex Ebola outbreak currently affecting three African countries.

A temporary ceasefire in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky appeared to be holding, allowing for the potential evacuation of trapped civilians. The truce, which does not extend to other parts of Ukraine, coincides with ongoing Russian bombardments in other regions.

The World Investment Forum 2026, organized by UNCTAD, focused on unlocking capital for developing economies through risk-sharing proposals, AI investment tools, and policy reforms. Despite a rise in investment flows, announcements of new projects in critical sectors in developing countries fell by over 25%, highlighting widening investment gaps.

The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) reports that intensifying Russian airstrikes in Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure, have left millions without essential services and created a situation where 'there is no safe place in Ukraine'.

President Bola Tinubu stated at the 32nd Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) that his administration is actively reforming Nigeria's economy to dismantle barriers and unlock its potential for job creation and prosperity.

Nigeria's health minister, Muhammad Pate, stated that the country could be declared Ebola-free by December 7, 2026, provided no new cases are confirmed. This timeline is contingent on validation by the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and the World Health Organization (WHO) through a 42-day countdown. The country's first Ebola case, which matched the DR Congo strain, has seen the patient and her husband evacuated to Switzerland for treatment.

A drone strike attributed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) hit a dormitory at the University of Kordofan in El Obeid, North Kordofan, Sudan, killing five people.

Nasarawa state is at the forefront of Nigeria's lithium boom, where artisanal miners are hoping to capitalize on the growing demand for clean energy resources.

Approximately 36,600 Ethiopians have sought refuge in northern Kenya due to renewed fighting on the Ethiopian side of the border.

Nigeria's organized labour, including the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress, is awaiting concrete proposals from the Federal Government on petrol prices, wage negotiations, and other worker welfare issues, amidst threats of a nationwide industrial action.

The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) condemned President Bola Tinubu's request for an additional $20 billion and £1 billion in loans, calling it a reckless step towards economic recolonization. The ADC-PCC highlighted the ongoing struggles of Nigerians with economic policies and expressed concern over the administration's continued borrowing without transparent accounts of how previous funds were utilized.

For over 15 years, families in Nigeria's northeast have been seeking answers regarding missing persons, highlighting a persistent issue in the region.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared the end of difficult economic reforms and the beginning of an 'age of prosperity' during Nigeria's 66th Independence Day broadcast. He warned against political attempts to reintroduce fuel subsidies before the 2027 elections, comparing the nation's economic situation to a cancer patient choosing painful treatment over denial.

The UN's nuclear watchdog, the IAEA, has reported it cannot confirm that Iran's safeguarded nuclear material has not been diverted, citing access issues to sites affected by past strikes.

A UN report indicates that women and girls are disproportionately affected by armed conflicts, accounting for a growing share of civilian war deaths. The report highlights a doubling of their share of casualties since 2021.

At least 10 people were killed in an attack by gunmen in eastern Nigeria, according to police reports.

UN human rights chief Volker Türk expressed serious concerns about potential ethnic cleansing in the West Bank city of Hebron, following an Israeli operation that has displaced over 3,000 Palestinians.

A Russian Su-35 fighter jet mistakenly shot down a Russian Mi-8 helicopter over Voronezh Oblast, Russia, resulting in the deaths of all three crew members.

French high school students have initiated a protest movement driven by concerns over the deteriorating conditions of their schools, citing issues like mould, pests, and inadequate heating and cooling.

Nigerian singer-songwriter Adekunle Gold's foundation has partnered with Pesa to launch a $20,000 initiative supporting sickle cell organizations in four countries, aiming to improve healthcare access, patient support, education, and advocacy.