https://africanstreetjournal.com/Daily news from all 55 African countries, every source cited.en https://africanstreetjournal.com/sl/charcoal-burning-degrades-environment-threatens-food-a237a3/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sl/charcoal-burning-degrades-environment-threatens-food-a237a3/Sierra LeoneSierra Leone's reliance on charcoal for cooking, due to limited electricity access, is driving deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:54:16 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sl/artisanal-miners-in-kono-face-systemic-sexual-violence-at-556e1d/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sl/artisanal-miners-in-kono-face-systemic-sexual-violence-at-556e1d/Sierra LeoneWomen scavenging in abandoned mining pits in Sierra Leone report frequent sexual assaults and a lack of accountability from local camp authorities.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:54:16 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sl/sierra-leone-vice-presidency-offers-little-path-to-b42fab/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sl/sierra-leone-vice-presidency-offers-little-path-to-b42fab/Sierra LeoneThe office, constitutionally powerful, has historically served as a political cul-de-sac rather than a stepping stone to the presidency.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:54:16 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mu/bodha-calls-for-social-harmony-and-economic-revival-4d1c24/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mu/bodha-calls-for-social-harmony-and-economic-revival-4d1c24/MauritiusRassemblement Mauricien leader Nando Bodha urges restoring trust and lessons from past unrest to rebuild the nation.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:52:05 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mu/sergeant-taukoor-detained-after-shooting-incident-dd72c9/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mu/sergeant-taukoor-detained-after-shooting-incident-dd72c9/MauritiusA 57-year-old police sergeant will remain in custody until October 26 following a shooting incident involving a 27-year-old woman.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:52:05 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/bj/benin-justice-minister-sets-new-performance-standards-for-a19451/https://africanstreetjournal.com/bj/benin-justice-minister-sets-new-performance-standards-for-a19451/BeninMinister Yvon Detchenou mandates faster decision signing and structured court sessions for the 2026-2027 judicial year.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:38:17 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ke/kenya-ebola-cases-prompt-travel-advisories-6eef69/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ke/kenya-ebola-cases-prompt-travel-advisories-6eef69/KenyaThe US has advised citizens to reconsider travel to Kenya following confirmation of nine Ebola cases, including one death.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:36:10 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/na/keetmanshoop-municipality-fails-to-pay-october-salaries-1a69f1/https://africanstreetjournal.com/na/keetmanshoop-municipality-fails-to-pay-october-salaries-1a69f1/NamibiaThe minister confirmed the municipality's inability to pay staff, citing mismanagement and refusing a bailout.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:33:36 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mg/madagascar-ping-pong-team-loses-to-algeria-in-african-3bc27a/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mg/madagascar-ping-pong-team-loses-to-algeria-in-african-3bc27a/MadagascarThe Malagasy men's national ping-pong team was eliminated in the semi-finals of the African Championship after a 3-1 defeat to Algeria.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:32:17 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sc/public-services-and-schools-reopen-after-weather-improves-74960d/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sc/public-services-and-schools-reopen-after-weather-improves-74960d/SeychellesSchools and public services resumed operations today following an improvement in weather conditions, according to the Department of Risk and Disaster Management.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:31:57 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/bj/africa-digital-expo-renames-to-one-africa-digital-forum-7c6426/https://africanstreetjournal.com/bj/africa-digital-expo-renames-to-one-africa-digital-forum-7c6426/BeninCotonou hosts 300 participants from 17 nations to discuss digital transformation and production capacity.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:31:42 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ng/court-voids-efcc-probe-report-on-london-paris-club-refunds-6176fe/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ng/court-voids-efcc-probe-report-on-london-paris-club-refunds-6176fe/NigeriaA High Court judge ruled the EFCC overstepped its authority by investigating court-ordered payments to a consultant.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:24:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/bj/cavaliers-fc-leads-celtiis-ligue-1-after-four-matchdays-eeb679/https://africanstreetjournal.com/bj/cavaliers-fc-leads-celtiis-ligue-1-after-four-matchdays-eeb679/BeninCavaliers FC secured first place with ten points after a strong start to the 2026-2027 season.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:21:52 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/za/swimmer-killed-by-shark-east-london-beaches-closed-bc9c6f/https://africanstreetjournal.com/za/swimmer-killed-by-shark-east-london-beaches-closed-bc9c6f/South AfricaA 65-year-old open-water swimmer died after a shark attack at Orient Beach, prompting the closure of popular local beaches.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:15:59 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mw/activists-demand-speaker-resigns-amid-party-divisions-b9cd88/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mw/activists-demand-speaker-resigns-amid-party-divisions-b9cd88/MalawiCivil society groups are intensifying calls for Parliament Speaker Sameer Suleman to step down following controversial remarks on religion.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:08:25 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cf/wagner-vehicles-block-central-african-republic-road-a653cd/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cf/wagner-vehicles-block-central-african-republic-road-a653cd/Central African RepublicRussian mercenary group's vehicles obstruct traffic and access to businesses in Zawa, complicating travel on National Road 1.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/na/kavango-east-youth-learn-climate-smart-farming-skills-6d4653/https://africanstreetjournal.com/na/kavango-east-youth-learn-climate-smart-farming-skills-6d4653/NamibiaA new center in Ndiyona Constituency aims to equip young people with practical agricultural knowledge for sustainable production and entrepreneurship.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 03:54:28 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/na/kalangula-questions-n-70-million-pedestrian-bridge-costs-fb3b27/https://africanstreetjournal.com/na/kalangula-questions-n-70-million-pedestrian-bridge-costs-fb3b27/NamibiaAn opposition politician is demanding a detailed breakdown of the estimated N$70 million cost for two pedestrian bridges.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 03:51:37 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/na/firstrand-namibia-shareholders-approve-all-agm-resolutions-d9c526/https://africanstreetjournal.com/na/firstrand-namibia-shareholders-approve-all-agm-resolutions-d9c526/NamibiaShareholders overwhelmingly backed financial statements, dividends, and director appointments at the bank's annual general meeting.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 03:13:23 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/rw/rwanda-cyclists-target-medals-at-african-championships-20b914/https://africanstreetjournal.com/rw/rwanda-cyclists-target-medals-at-african-championships-20b914/RwandaA squad of 29 Rwandan riders will compete in the African Cycling Championships in Kisumu, Kenya, aiming to improve on last year's performance.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 03:00:34 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mg/madagascar-budget-2027-prioritizes-energy-agriculture-c6c8f7/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mg/madagascar-budget-2027-prioritizes-energy-agriculture-c6c8f7/MadagascarThe Malagasy government is finalizing its 2027 budget, focusing on electricity, water, roads, health, education, and agricultural development.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:50:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ug/ugandan-entrepreneur-builds-tech-business-solo-7d611a/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ug/ugandan-entrepreneur-builds-tech-business-solo-7d611a/UgandaAndrew Kasi, known as 256 Genuine Gadgets Kampala, established a successful electronics business in Uganda through self-reliance.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:36:12 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ng/absu-students-receive-n35m-from-mtn-2a5db0/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ng/absu-students-receive-n35m-from-mtn-2a5db0/NigeriaA telecommunications company awarded cash and electronics to students at Abia State University.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 01:41:21 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ml/mali-army-recruits-724-soldiers-for-national-defense-ef4555/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ml/mali-army-recruits-724-soldiers-for-national-defense-ef4555/MaliSeven hundred twenty-four new recruits completed six months of intensive training, bolstering the Malian armed forces.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 01:33:15 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cv/cape-verde-economy-faces-downward-risks-despite-growth-5c86e0/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cv/cape-verde-economy-faces-downward-risks-despite-growth-5c86e0/Cabo VerdeThe Public Finance Council finds the 2027 economic growth forecast plausible but warns of significant downward risks.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 01:16:50 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ng/nigeria-confirms-imported-ebola-case-begins-tracing-f3905d/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ng/nigeria-confirms-imported-ebola-case-begins-tracing-f3905d/NigeriaFederal health officials are tracing 44 contacts after a woman arriving from Uganda tested positive for Ebola in the capital.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 01:15:22 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sz/imf-lower-rates-may-not-reduce-loan-costs-for-eswatini-banks-5602b7/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sz/imf-lower-rates-may-not-reduce-loan-costs-for-eswatini-banks-5602b7/EswatiniCommercial banks might widen lending margins to offset risks from diverging interest rates with South Africa, negating monetary easing benefits.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:45:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/teacher-alleges-widespread-sexual-misconduct-in-ghanaian-5b2853/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/teacher-alleges-widespread-sexual-misconduct-in-ghanaian-5b2853/GhanaA teacher claims one or two educators in nearly every school engage in sexual misconduct, leaving students vulnerable.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:50:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/st/fuel-ship-arrives-wednesday-with-gasoline-jet-fuel-c36869/https://africanstreetjournal.com/st/fuel-ship-arrives-wednesday-with-gasoline-jet-fuel-c36869/Sao Tome and PrincipeA vessel carrying gasoline, jet fuel, and petroleum is set to dock Wednesday, ending a 15-day shortage that halted transportation and fishing.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:01:32 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/google-cloud-outage-disrupts-uk-banks-and-services-c97722/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/google-cloud-outage-disrupts-uk-banks-and-services-c97722/GhanaA power event at a third-party facility in London caused widespread disruption to UK financial institutions and online platforms.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:01:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/st/fuel-shortage-halts-water-sales-in-sao-tome-d5e761/https://africanstreetjournal.com/st/fuel-shortage-halts-water-sales-in-sao-tome-d5e761/Sao Tome and PrincipeA lack of gasoline has stopped motorbike taxis from delivering water, leaving residents without a vital commodity.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:54:23 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gn/guinea-teachers-shortage-closes-schools-72dd3e/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gn/guinea-teachers-shortage-closes-schools-72dd3e/GuineaTwo primary schools in Lélouma are shut, leaving over 500 first-year students unable to attend classes due to a critical lack of educators.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:46:57 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/tn/tunisian-court-issues-suspended-prison-sentences-to-two-4795c7/https://africanstreetjournal.com/tn/tunisian-court-issues-suspended-prison-sentences-to-two-4795c7/TunisiaRachid Othmani and Souheil Chebbi will be released from custody following their convictions related to the September nineteenth demonstration.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:37:55 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gn/uk-export-finance-commits-2-billion-for-guinea-d9569d/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gn/uk-export-finance-commits-2-billion-for-guinea-d9569d/GuineaGuinea's Minister of Planning and International Cooperation announced funding for water, roads, electricity, and education projects.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:30:09 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mw/attorney-general-joins-parliament-committee-dispute-6340ec/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mw/attorney-general-joins-parliament-committee-dispute-6340ec/MalawiFrank Mbeta's intervention in a case blocking parliamentary committees raises questions about his role as chief legal advisor.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:28:58 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sd/sudan-firms-evade-sanctions-through-obfuscation-ee2264/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sd/sudan-firms-evade-sanctions-through-obfuscation-ee2264/SudanCompanies linked to Sudan's war economy are circumventing international sanctions by obscuring their affiliations and manipulating business fronts.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:26:49 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cd/dr-congo-minister-urges-great-lakes-states-to-act-on-peace-9b1a81/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cd/dr-congo-minister-urges-great-lakes-states-to-act-on-peace-9b1a81/DR CongoDR Congo's Minister for Regional Integration called on member states of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region to turn their pledges into concrete actions.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:10:41 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/experts-urge-resilient-logistics-for-african-trade-2f958f/https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/experts-urge-resilient-logistics-for-african-trade-2f958f/Burkina FasoMore than 150 experts from 15 countries convened in Ouagadougou to discuss securing supply chains and boosting economic sovereignty.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:10:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/china-opens-direct-ammonia-shipping-route-to-morocco-0aec5c/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/china-opens-direct-ammonia-shipping-route-to-morocco-0aec5c/MoroccoA 30,000-tonne cargo ship has departed Nanjing for Morocco, establishing a new direct maritime link for a key fertilizer industry input.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:56:44 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/uemoa-regulators-meet-to-boost-digital-finance-and-roaming-badce5/https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/uemoa-regulators-meet-to-boost-digital-finance-and-roaming-badce5/Burkina FasoWest African digital regulators convened in Ouagadougou to discuss harmonizing digital financial services and implementing cross-border mobile roaming agreements.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:55:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/bj/world-athletics-demands-south-african-president-s-removal-972066/https://africanstreetjournal.com/bj/world-athletics-demands-south-african-president-s-removal-972066/BeninAthletics South Africa must remove its suspended president and revise its statutes within six months or face further sanctions.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:52:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mr/mauritania-and-world-bank-discuss-reform-project-5edc01/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mr/mauritania-and-world-bank-discuss-reform-project-5edc01/MauritaniaGovernment officials and World Bank representatives met to review proposed reforms for the Prevention and Resilience project.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:17:06 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mr/mauritania-aviation-agency-joins-global-security-forum-573773/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mr/mauritania-aviation-agency-joins-global-security-forum-573773/MauritaniaNational Civil Aviation Agency officials attended the ICAO Security Week in Astana to share expertise and prepare for an upcoming international audit.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:11:29 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ci/african-union-head-praises-ouattara-s-sahel-peace-efforts-63ca1d/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ci/african-union-head-praises-ouattara-s-sahel-peace-efforts-63ca1d/Cote d'IvoireMahmoud Ali Youssouf commended President Alassane Ouattara's leadership in fostering regional stability and economic integration.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:54:39 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/npa-umat-explore-partnership-to-boost-petroleum-sector-c17a85/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/npa-umat-explore-partnership-to-boost-petroleum-sector-c17a85/GhanaThe National Petroleum Authority and the University of Mines and Technology are discussing collaboration to enhance innovation and training in Ghana's downstream petroleum.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:35:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/central-african-republic-official-denies-border-breach-in-a2e86c/https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/central-african-republic-official-denies-border-breach-in-a2e86c/ChadDimitri Sytyi stated military actions against Noureddine Adam's fighters remained within Central African territory, citing drone data and maps.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:18:19 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/basenord-opens-to-boost-ghana-sweden-trade-31e3ed/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/basenord-opens-to-boost-ghana-sweden-trade-31e3ed/GhanaA new facility in Accra aims to connect Ghanaian and Swedish entrepreneurs with investors and partners.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:02:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sn/senegal-workers-mobilize-for-three-day-general-strike-a12f3a/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sn/senegal-workers-mobilize-for-three-day-general-strike-a12f3a/SenegalHundreds of Senegalese workers marched in Dakar, signaling a 72-hour general strike set to begin Wednesday despite government appeals.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:01:28 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cd/electricity-cut-paralyzes-water-utility-hinders-cholera-e5b0e5/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cd/electricity-cut-paralyzes-water-utility-hinders-cholera-e5b0e5/DR CongoKalemie faces a dual crisis as cholera resurges and water distribution falters due to a prolonged electricity outage.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:12 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gn/serhou-guirassy-scores-twice-to-boost-borussia-dortmund-in-ffb355/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gn/serhou-guirassy-scores-twice-to-boost-borussia-dortmund-in-ffb355/GuineaThe Guinean forward's brace secured a crucial 2-1 away victory against Sabah FK in the Champions League.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:52:08 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/moroccan-government-narrows-job-creation-promises-641a51/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/moroccan-government-narrows-job-creation-promises-641a51/MoroccoThe new government program pledges one million jobs but specifies net additions for only 250,000 industrial positions.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:50:56 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ug/ugandan-businessman-urges-italian-investment-in-local-f5aa99/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ug/ugandan-businessman-urges-italian-investment-in-local-f5aa99/UgandaLouis Kimuli called for Italian industrialists to establish coffee, milk, and mineral processing facilities in Uganda to boost the economy.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:35:34 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ml/minister-pursues-meat-price-drop-through-sector-talks-726040/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ml/minister-pursues-meat-price-drop-through-sector-talks-726040/MaliMali's Minister of Industry and Commerce is holding discussions to lower meat prices by addressing supply and distribution costs.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:34:24 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/zm/man-dies-after-sister-pours-hot-water-on-him-bc9166/https://africanstreetjournal.com/zm/man-dies-after-sister-pours-hot-water-on-him-bc9166/ZambiaA 36-year-old man died from severe burns after his younger sister allegedly poured boiling water on him during a domestic dispute.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:31:10 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/ghana-s-judiciary-faces-partisan-influence-warns-ex-fb38db/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gh/ghana-s-judiciary-faces-partisan-influence-warns-ex-fb38db/GhanaPublic trust in courts has fallen significantly, with many Ghanaians believing judges are swayed by political leaders, according to Yaw Nsarkoh.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:27:15 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/zm/chikosa-school-faces-classroom-shortage-amid-enrollment-a3e5cd/https://africanstreetjournal.com/zm/chikosa-school-faces-classroom-shortage-amid-enrollment-a3e5cd/ZambiaHead teacher appeals for more classrooms and teacher housing due to increased attendance following the implementation of free education.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:24:51 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/algeria-launches-national-ai-doctorate-competition-58d2be/https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/algeria-launches-national-ai-doctorate-competition-58d2be/AlgeriaA new national doctorate program will integrate three computer science schools to advance artificial intelligence research.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:24:36 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mz/albinism-patients-receive-free-dermatology-care-in-six-6a2993/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mz/albinism-patients-receive-free-dermatology-care-in-six-6a2993/MozambiqueA specialized medical campaign offers free dermatological services to people with albinism across Mozambique.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:18:37 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/algerian-elias-hammache-scores-fourth-goal-in-dutch-league-f41ca2/https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/algerian-elias-hammache-scores-fourth-goal-in-dutch-league-f41ca2/AlgeriaThe 23-year-old midfielder netted a crucial equalizer for his club Cambuur against AZ Alkmaar in a 2-2 draw.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:08:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/chad-launches-agricultural-project-to-boost-food-security-a18042/https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/chad-launches-agricultural-project-to-boost-food-security-a18042/ChadThe TARSPro II Lot 2 initiative aims to enhance legume and fodder production, focusing on women's empowerment and nutritional security in Mayo-Kebbi Ouest.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:07:07 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/benrahma-defeats-zedadka-in-champions-league-match-20a643/https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/benrahma-defeats-zedadka-in-champions-league-match-20a643/AlgeriaAlgerian international Saïd Benrahma's team, Lyon, secured a 2-1 victory over Hakim Zedadka's Qarabag in the third round of the Champions League group stage.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:58:36 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sn/dakar-olympic-youth-games-trigger-road-restrictions-ab0227/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sn/dakar-olympic-youth-games-trigger-road-restrictions-ab0227/SenegalTraffic diversions and restricted access will be in place on the Autoroute de l'Avenir and around Diamniadio stadium for the opening ceremony.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:56:15 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/algeria-s-right-wing-crowded-with-high-caliber-players-4f8b2d/https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/algeria-s-right-wing-crowded-with-high-caliber-players-4f8b2d/AlgeriaThe Algerian national team faces a surplus of talented right wingers, creating a selection dilemma for coaches.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:49:54 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/algerian-man-films-women-on-tiktok-sparking-privacy-outrage-323181/https://africanstreetjournal.com/dz/algerian-man-films-women-on-tiktok-sparking-privacy-outrage-323181/AlgeriaA 43-year-old man was arrested for secretly filming women and girls at a bus station and broadcasting live on TikTok with offensive commentary.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:44:28 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/eg/egypt-minister-ends-debate-on-international-school-curricula-999a16/https://africanstreetjournal.com/eg/egypt-minister-ends-debate-on-international-school-curricula-999a16/EgyptInternational schools in Egypt must teach Arabic, history, and religion, with grades counting toward final scores.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:43:46 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/eg/eni-starts-egypt-western-desert-gas-project-s-second-phase-03c6c2/https://africanstreetjournal.com/eg/eni-starts-egypt-western-desert-gas-project-s-second-phase-03c6c2/EgyptThe Meleiha project's expansion will boost gas processing capacity to 100 million standard cubic feet daily.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:34:21 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/tn/tunisia-projects-1150-female-ventures-by-2026-eabf58/https://africanstreetjournal.com/tn/tunisia-projects-1150-female-ventures-by-2026-eabf58/TunisiaThe Raïdet program aims to launch approximately 1150 projects by the end of 2026, supported by an estimated 10 million dinars.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:33:13 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/eg/zenhr-opens-cairo-office-plans-egp-150m-investment-59313c/https://africanstreetjournal.com/eg/zenhr-opens-cairo-office-plans-egp-150m-investment-59313c/EgyptThe AI-powered HR platform aims to boost digital transformation for Egyptian businesses with a new regional hub and significant capital injection.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:29:42 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sd/drone-strike-kills-over-150-in-abyei-market-a0a6e7/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sd/drone-strike-kills-over-150-in-abyei-market-a0a6e7/SudanA drone strike hit a busy market in the disputed Abyei region, causing a large fire and killing at least 153 people.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:09:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mz/mozambique-investors-demand-reliable-infrastructure-for-fcce94/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mz/mozambique-investors-demand-reliable-infrastructure-for-fcce94/MozambiqueMining companies at a Nacala conference told the government that local processing of resources depends on dependable electricity and usable roads.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:08:39 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/morocco-faces-calls-to-abolish-death-penalty-before-global-a32fe7/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/morocco-faces-calls-to-abolish-death-penalty-before-global-a32fe7/MoroccoHuman rights groups urge legislative reform and treaty ratification as the nation prepares to host an international anti-death penalty event.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:08:10 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/chad-shares-universal-health-insurance-experience-with-c1deb6/https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/chad-shares-universal-health-insurance-experience-with-c1deb6/ChadChad's National Health Insurance Fund hosted a workshop to discuss challenges and financing of universal health coverage with a Central African delegation.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:00:50 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ly/libyan-mayor-tackles-bread-shortage-amid-fuel-crisis-1581d0/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ly/libyan-mayor-tackles-bread-shortage-amid-fuel-crisis-1581d0/LibyaQatroun's mayor convened a meeting to discuss the impact of diesel shortages on local bakeries and food availability.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:42:27 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/cnss-educates-nakambe-businesses-on-social-benefits-058b16/https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/cnss-educates-nakambe-businesses-on-social-benefits-058b16/Burkina FasoThe National Social Security Fund aims to boost compliance and understanding of social security obligations among employers and workers.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:35:39 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/morocco-women-s-football-team-holds-64th-fifa-ranking-7b43a1/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/morocco-women-s-football-team-holds-64th-fifa-ranking-7b43a1/MoroccoThe Atlas Lionesses maintained their global position despite a slight decrease in points following recent international matches.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:23:59 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sz/zinia-explores-love-s-complexities-on-debut-ep-f9e075/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sz/zinia-explores-love-s-complexities-on-debut-ep-f9e075/EswatiniEswatini-born vocalist Zinia releases a six-track project exploring heartbreak, longing, and the difficult process of letting go.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:05:19 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sn/senegal-dollar-bonds-drop-after-sonko-budget-threat-4ceed5/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sn/senegal-dollar-bonds-drop-after-sonko-budget-threat-4ceed5/SenegalOpposition leader Ousmane Sonko's threat to block the revised 2026 budget caused Senegal's dollar bonds to fall, impacting debt restructuring and IMF program talks.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:57:00 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/km/comoros-man-killed-in-protests-leaves-behind-eight-children-3f14d6/https://africanstreetjournal.com/km/comoros-man-killed-in-protests-leaves-behind-eight-children-3f14d6/ComorosA citizen-led initiative is building a house for the widow and eight children of Attoumani Saïd, who died during fuel price protests.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:55:16 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mw/reserve-bank-of-malawi-shuffles-top-management-926c43/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mw/reserve-bank-of-malawi-shuffles-top-management-926c43/MalawiDeputy Governor Kisukyabo Simwaka and two directors have been reassigned to other government roles in a significant shake-up at the central bank.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:54:53 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/minister-calls-for-national-mobilization-to-bolster-251ef1/https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/minister-calls-for-national-mobilization-to-bolster-251ef1/Burkina FasoMinister Célestin Simporé urged citizens to contribute human resources and skills to strengthen national defense capabilities.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:49:55 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/moroccan-education-minister-meets-preschool-teachers-after-6a9102/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ma/moroccan-education-minister-meets-preschool-teachers-after-6a9102/MoroccoPreschool teachers' unions will meet with education ministry officials on Wednesday to discuss outstanding professional and socioeconomic issues.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:40:41 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/burkina-faso-reintroduces-death-penalty-for-terrorism-bac07f/https://africanstreetjournal.com/bf/burkina-faso-reintroduces-death-penalty-for-terrorism-bac07f/Burkina FasoLawmakers unanimously approved a new penal code, reinstating capital punishment for severe crimes including terrorism and fatal fraud.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:31:48 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gn/new-ogp-leaders-face-union-demands-3977fe/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gn/new-ogp-leaders-face-union-demands-3977fe/GuineaThe new director and deputy director of Guinea's advertising office were presented with a list of urgent employee grievances upon taking office.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:25:36 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cg/congo-u20-team-one-win-from-2027-africa-cup-of-nations-0180ce/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cg/congo-u20-team-one-win-from-2027-africa-cup-of-nations-0180ce/Republic of CongoThe Congolese U20 football team faces the Central African Republic in a crucial semi-final match on October 21.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:23:09 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cm/cameroon-s-socadel-seeks-cfa52-6-billion-in-fuel-for-33-8daf8a/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cm/cameroon-s-socadel-seeks-cfa52-6-billion-in-fuel-for-33-8daf8a/CameroonThe state-owned electricity company launched two tenders to secure heavy fuel oil and diesel for its thermal power stations.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:21:48 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ci/ouattara-considers-cabinet-reshuffle-8805c8/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ci/ouattara-considers-cabinet-reshuffle-8805c8/Cote d'IvoirePresident Alassane Ouattara is reportedly contemplating a government overhaul due to dissatisfaction with several key issues.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:21:33 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/mz/migrants-return-from-south-africa-via-mozambique-0d937a/https://africanstreetjournal.com/mz/migrants-return-from-south-africa-via-mozambique-0d937a/MozambiqueAt least 15,394 migrants returned from South Africa between April and July 2026 due to violence and anti-immigration protests.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:15:29 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cg/congo-officials-map-electoral-districts-for-2027-polls-bc6fca/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cg/congo-officials-map-electoral-districts-for-2027-polls-bc6fca/Republic of CongoElection officials met with Pointe-Noire mayors to review electoral maps and inventory materials for upcoming legislative and local elections.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:12:49 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/zm/banda-apprehension-defended-by-citizens-and-state-179a15/https://africanstreetjournal.com/zm/banda-apprehension-defended-by-citizens-and-state-179a15/ZambiaZambians and the government reject criticism of the arrest of former MP Emmanuel Jay Banda, stating he must face justice.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:08:06 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/ml/mali-attackers-kill-48-civilians-near-menaka-19b15a/https://africanstreetjournal.com/ml/mali-attackers-kill-48-civilians-near-menaka-19b15a/MaliArmed men on motorcycles attacked Idaksahak community camps, killing at least 48 civilians and burning homes, according to a community group.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:05:03 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cg/agl-congo-certifies-four-staff-in-lifting-operations-de3ef6/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cg/agl-congo-certifies-four-staff-in-lifting-operations-de3ef6/Republic of CongoFour AGL Congo employees earned international CPLO certification, enhancing the company's safety and compliance in complex lifting tasks.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:03:27 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/commercial-bank-tchad-partners-for-youth-employment-9687b7/https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/commercial-bank-tchad-partners-for-youth-employment-9687b7/ChadThe bank will mobilize job and internship opportunities and provide technical support to young entrepreneurs.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:58:48 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/za/bavuma-s-179-leads-south-africa-to-425-9-against-australia-265893/https://africanstreetjournal.com/za/bavuma-s-179-leads-south-africa-to-425-9-against-australia-265893/South AfricaCaptain Temba Bavuma scored a career-best 179, anchoring South Africa's recovery to 425/9 before stumps on day three.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:53:01 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cm/cameroon-france-review-rural-water-financing-83e398/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cm/cameroon-france-review-rural-water-financing-83e398/CameroonLocal councils may soon manage water infrastructure without full external aid after talks in Yaoundé.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:30:27 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/eg/egypt-spent-le31-billion-on-sports-facilities-amid-0fbed4/https://africanstreetjournal.com/eg/egypt-spent-le31-billion-on-sports-facilities-amid-0fbed4/EgyptMinister boasts of infrastructure investment while official data shows fewer matches and teams in rural youth centers.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:25:04 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/sd/south-sudanese-women-decry-loss-of-political-representation-e1ed76/https://africanstreetjournal.com/sd/south-sudanese-women-decry-loss-of-political-representation-e1ed76/SudanActivists warn that removing women from decision-making roles undermines progress made under affirmative action quotas ahead of upcoming elections.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:08:37 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/cv/barbosa-elected-mpd-parliamentary-group-leader-d92334/https://africanstreetjournal.com/cv/barbosa-elected-mpd-parliamentary-group-leader-d92334/Cabo VerdeEmanuel Barbosa will lead the MpD parliamentary group with a focus on internal cohesion and constructive opposition.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:05:43 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/st/uneca-launches-climate-resilience-initiative-in-sao-tome-1be4f8/https://africanstreetjournal.com/st/uneca-launches-climate-resilience-initiative-in-sao-tome-1be4f8/Sao Tome and PrincipeThe UN Economic Commission for Africa has initiated RESIslands to bolster climate risk assessment and investment readiness.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:04:06 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/chad-official-visits-conflict-zone-380667/https://africanstreetjournal.com/td/chad-official-visits-conflict-zone-380667/ChadA government delegate and security forces deployed to the border region of Salamat to quell farmer-herder tensions.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:00:23 GMT https://africanstreetjournal.com/gq/bocamandja-uses-theater-to-promote-women-s-rights-in-bioko-c6ee32/https://africanstreetjournal.com/gq/bocamandja-uses-theater-to-promote-women-s-rights-in-bioko-c6ee32/Equatorial GuineaA new micro-project will stage 20 performances and discussions across Bioko Island to raise awareness about gender-based violence.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:48:55 GMT