Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been sworn in for a second term, during a ceremony held on October 5, 2026, as the country established a new coalition government.
Kenyan President William Ruto, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed joined Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote at the launch of a $16 billion oil refinery project in Lamu, Kenya.
Fatima Zahra El Mansouri has been appointed Prime Minister of Morocco, becoming the first woman to hold the position in the country after her Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) won the largest number of seats in last week’s parliamentary elections.
Burkina Faso’s first gold refinery marks a major step in Africa’s drive to process natural resources locally and boost economic value.
Rwanda has received its first major petroleum shipment through Kenya’s Port of Mombasa, marking a new step in the two countries’ efforts to improve fuel supply and regional trade.
South African golfer Kyle De Beer has won the Sunshine Tour golf tournament, a series held across different African countries, which was staged in Rwanda for the first time.
A major shipment of heavy machinery has arrived at Lamu Port, advancing construction of the planned Dangote refinery in East Africa.
Rwanda has launched the first course at its National Defence College, marking a new step in the country’s efforts to strengthen professional military education and strategic leadership.
Kenyan President William Ruto has called on the world to rethink its relationship with Africa, saying the continent should no longer be viewed primarily as a recipient of aid but as a partner with significant resources, including critical minerals, markets, energy, food and investment opportunities.
Rwanda drives global climate action by advancing sustainable cooling, strengthening Kigali Amendment implementation, and preparing to host MOP38 in Kigali.
