In African communities hit by Ebola, many citizens turn to traditional healers first, believing hemorrhagic fever to be connected to spiritual forces. This cultural perspective can delay medical treatment and complicate outbreak management.

A group of five readers in Lagos, Nigeria, is attempting an 18-day marathon of non-stop reading to set a new Guinness World Record. Their ambitious 431-hour endeavor highlights the importance of literacy across Africa.

Interpol’s continent-wide crackdown in Africa resulted in over 1,200 arrests between June and August. Nearly $97.4 million was recovered during this period, signaling a major blow to organized cybercriminal activity.