Africa news

Here are some recent news stories from Africa:

Politics

• South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a new cabinet, with several key changes, including the appointment of a new finance minister. (BBC News)
• The African Union has launched a new initiative to promote peace and security in the Sahel region, which has been plagued by violence and terrorism. (Al Jazeera)
• The Democratic Republic of Congo has held its first presidential election since the death of President Joseph Kabila, with opposition candidate Felix Tshisekedi declared the winner. (The New York Times)

Economy

• The African Development Bank has announced a new plan to boost economic growth in Africa, including investments in infrastructure, agriculture, and manufacturing. (African Development Bank)
• The International Monetary Fund has approved a new loan package for Nigeria, aimed at helping the country recover from a recession. (IMF)
• The East African Community has launched a new trade agreement, aimed at increasing economic integration and cooperation among its member states. (East African Community)

Health

• The World Health Organization has launched a new campaign to combat the spread of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which has seen a recent surge in cases. (WHO)
• The African Union has launched a new initiative to promote vaccination against diseases such as measles and polio. (African Union)
• South Africa has reported a surge in cases of tuberculosis, with the government launching a new campaign to combat the disease. (South African Government)

Environment

• The African Union has launched a new initiative to promote sustainable development and combat climate change, including investments in renewable energy and green infrastructure. (African Union)
• The United Nations has launched a new campaign to promote conservation and sustainable use of natural resources in Africa, including forests, wildlife, and water. (UN Environment)
• The African Development Bank has announced a new plan to promote sustainable agriculture and reduce the use of pesticides and other chemicals in African farming. (African Development Bank)

Conflict

• The conflict in Libya has escalated, with fighting between rival factions and foreign powers continuing to destabilize the country. (Al Jazeera)
• The African Union has launched a new initiative to promote peace and stability in the Central African Republic, which has seen widespread violence and human rights abuses. (African Union)
• The United Nations has launched a new campaign to promote peace and stability in Somalia, which has seen a surge in violence and terrorism. (UN News)

These are just a few examples of the many news stories coming out of Africa.