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"We take the sense of responsibility and the expectations created for the police chiefs very seriously, but we are going to give it time — which is not much, because security requires prompt decision-making — we will wait for the Government's proposals, believing that it will consider our hopes and proposals, and then make an assessment and make decisions," said Rui Amaral, president of the SNCC, to Lusa. #PSP #AdministraçãoInterna #Segurança (translated)

We find it very positive [that there is action on the Bolhão] when the causes are properly embraced and well justified. But we spoke with one, two, or three protesters, and they did not know why they were there. To Lusa, the merchant Pedro Fernandes, who has a bread stand and is represented by the GTCMB, explained that the group's mobilization to one of the market's doors was spontaneous and that they wanted to demonstrate "the strength of the market's merchants" and their unity. #Bolhão #Porto #ComércioTradicional (translated)

A recent European survey showed that, on average, before settling down, there are patients who visit five doctors before finding someone who minimally understands their situation, until they receive a diagnosis and until they have a person who understands them and helps them in their recovery, "said rheumatologist Jaime Branco, retired professor at the Nova University of Lisbon, to Lusa. #CovidLonga #SaúdeMental #CriançasEAdolescentes (translated)

At a time when, as indicated by the President of the European Council, António Costa, the negotiations are entering a "decisive phase," the Lusa agency interviewed MEPs from the seven Portuguese parties represented in the European Parliament to understand how they view the framework in which the discussion is being conducted and whether they agree with the new priorities that have been identified. #OrçamentoUE #Soberania #NovasPrioridades (translated)

The Left Bloc questioned the Government about the departure of the Information director of Lusa, Luísa Meireles, accusing the agency's administration of editorial interference and demanding explanations about the actions to be taken following union complaints. #ComunicaçãoSocial #Lusa #BlocoDeEsquerda (translated)

Political scientist Đana Luša warns that continuing inflation could put pressure on the public on European governments, which might again face dependence on Russian energy sources, while the war in Ukraine and instability in the Middle East further complicate Europe’s energy and foreign policy. #Inflacija #RatUUkrajini #EnergetskaPolitika (translated)

The PCP and Livre urgently requested to hear from the outgoing director of Agência Lusa, Luísa Meireles, and the agency's management following her unsustainable departure, raising concerns about dismissals and possible editorial interference. #Lusa #Jornalismo #Política (translated)

The administration of Lusa announced that it will reformulate the clauses of the contract for international correspondents in response to complaints from journalists and the news management regarding performance evaluation and non-editorial activities. #Jornalismo #Lusa #Contratos (translated)

The Workers' Commission of Lusa reported to the Assembly of the Republic and the ERC an editorial interference by the Board of Directors, which proposed names for the delegation in Brussels, raising concerns about the editorial independence of the agency. #ComunicaçãoSocial #LiberdadeDeImprensa #IngerênciaEditorial (translated)

Luísa Meireles announced that she will leave the news direction of the Lusa agency on October 12, after eight years in the position, citing an unsustainable situation and stating that she never interfered with editorial freedom. #Jornalismo #AgênciaLusa #LiberdadeEditorial (translated)

An episode that doesn’t seem to have an easy solution: the Portuguese star unilaterally left the Portuguese national team during the Nations League, Jesus publicly defended his autonomy to make decisions, and now Ronaldo is pointing him out to the fans, accusing him of having "broken his word." #CristianoRonaldo #SelecciónPortuguesa #NationsLeague (translated)

"The rest is already known to everyone. I was warming up since the break, I saw how the minutes passed and they didn't call me. The coach hadn't kept his word." An episode that doesn't seem to have an easy solution: the Portuguese star unilaterally left the Portuguese national team during the Nations League, Jesus publicly defended his autonomy to make decisions, and now Ronaldo points him out to the fans, accusing him of having "broken his word." #CristianoRonaldo #SelecciónPortuguesa #NationsLeague (translated)

The Workers' Commission of Lusa denounced the agency's management for alleged interference in the editorial line by proposing names for the delegation in Brussels, expressing concern about the lack of transparency in the contracts of international delegates. #ComunicaçãoSocial #LiberdadeDeImprensa #Transparência (translated)

AFRICA DAILY REPORT — 2 OCTOBER 2026 Major developments reported during the previous 24 hours. 1. ETHIOPIA / ERITREA — Diplomatic ties severed as northern conflict escalates Ethiopia ordered 10 Eritrean diplomats to leave within 48 hours and closed its embassy in Asmara, accusing Eritrea of supporting forces fighting the federal government. Eritrea responded by severing diplomatic ties. Explosions were also reported in Addis Ababa amid the renewed Tigray conflict, increasing concern that the fighting could broaden into a regional confrontation. Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/explosions-heard-overnight-ethiopias-capital-diplomatic-sources-say-2026-10-01/ Additional source: https://apnews.com/article/a864e8cd442bade4531b8e7609f3216c 2. DR CONGO — Ebola response faces new risks as thousands flee affected camp Importance: 10/10 (Critical) Thousands of displaced residents fled the Kigonze camp in eastern DRC after soldiers entered the site and clashes followed, raising fears that Ebola transmission could spread further. The ongoing Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has exceeded 8,000 confirmed cases and is already the largest Ebola outbreak recorded in DRC. Source: https://currently.att.yahoo.com/att/thousands-flee-congo-ebola-hit-161039707.html 3. DR CONGO — MSF staff member infected with Ebola Importance: 10/10 (Critical) Médecins Sans Frontières confirmed that a staff member working on the Ebola response tested positive for Bundibugyo virus disease and is being evacuated under strict medical protocols to the Netherlands. The latest reported national figures cited by Reuters were 8,067 confirmed cases and 3,901 deaths. Source: https://www.channelafrica.co.za/channelafrica/news/msf-staff-member-tests-positive-for-ebola-in-drc/ 4. ZAMBIA — IMF confirms talks on a successor support programme Importance: 9/10 (Very High) The IMF confirmed that a team is in Lusaka discussing a possible successor to Zambia's previous IMF-supported programme. Talks are focused on fiscal and debt sustainability, rebuilding reserves, and supporting more inclusive, private-sector-led growth. Source: https://www.imf.org/en/news/articles/2026/10/01/tr-10012026-imf-press-briefing-transcript-october-01-2026 5. KENYA / EAST AFRICA — $16 billion Lamu refinery project moves forward Importance: 9/10 (Very High) Five African heads of state joined the groundbreaking of Dangote Group's planned $16 billion refinery in Lamu. The planned 700,000-barrel-per-day facility could materially reshape East African fuel supply and reduce dependence on imported refined products, although land-rights litigation and environmental concerns remain. Source: https://apnews.com/article/a0ae7108ae4f4144222aea101baed3a5 6. SOUTH AFRICA — Gender-based violence drives new national response South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced measures in response to a series of killings of women, after 11 women's bodies were found in Ekurhuleni since July, many showing signs of sexual violence. Investigators have made arrests in connection with several cases, while authorities continue investigating whether the murders are linked. Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/violence-against-women-south-africa-is-national-shame-president-says-2026-09-30/ 7. ZAMBIA — Cholera outbreak reaches 304 cases and 11 deaths Importance: 8/10 (High) Zambian health authorities reported 304 cholera cases and 11 deaths as of September 29, with Lusaka the most affected province. Authorities have expanded case finding, water chlorination, household interventions and treatment services while assessing whether to deploy reactive oral cholera vaccination. Source: https://cajnewsafrica.com/2026/10/01/11-die-in-zambia-cholera-outbreak/ 8. UGANDA / REGIONAL MARKETS — Shilling hits record low as African currencies face pressure Importance: 8/10 (High) Uganda's shilling fell to a record low against the US dollar as importers, particularly in the energy sector, increased demand for foreign currency. Reuters also reported pressure on Zambia's kwacha and Ghana's cedi, while Kenya's shilling remained comparatively stable. Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/africa-fx-ugandas-currency-seen-extending-losses-after-hitting-record-low-2026-10-01/ 9. MALI — More than 2,400 schools remain closed as academic year begins Importance: 8/10 (High) Mali began the 2026–27 school year with more than 2,400 schools still closed amid continuing insecurity. More than 733,000 children are directly affected, highlighting the long-term educational consequences of instability across the country. Source: https://fr.allafrica.com/stories/202610010154.html 10. ZIMBABWE — Investigation begins after fatal helicopter crash Importance: 7/10 (High) Zimbabwean authorities are investigating a helicopter crash near Marondera that killed prominent businessman Wicknell Chivayo, his wife and other occupants. Aviation investigators and forensic specialists have been deployed, while the cause remains under investigation. Source: https://www.dw.com/en/zimbabwe-helicopter-crash-wicknell-chivayo/a-79501691 Keywords: #Africa #AfricaNews #TopNewsOfAfrica #DRCongo #Ebola #EbolaOutbreak #EbolaResponse #PublicHealth #HealthSecurity #MSF #HumanitarianCrisis #Displacement #Uganda #UgandanShilling #AfricanCurrencies #ForeignExchange #FXMarkets #CurrencyPressure #AfricanMarkets #Zambia #Ghana #Kenya #Ethiopia #Eritrea #Tigray #HornOfAfrica #DiplomaticCrisis #RegionalConflict #RegionalSecurity #AfricanSecurity #Geopolitics #AfricaToday #wrldorg

Africa Daily Report — 1 October 2026 Major developments reported during the previous 24 hours 1. Kenya / East Africa — $16 billion Dangote refinery breaks ground in Lamu. Five African heads of state joined the groundbreaking of Dangote Group's planned $16 billion refinery in Lamu. The plant is designed to process 700,000 barrels per day and is expected to take about 40 months to complete. It is intended to reduce East Africa's dependence on imported refined petroleum, but the project still faces land-rights litigation and environmental concerns. Importance: VERY HIGH — the project could materially reshape East African fuel supply, trade flows, infrastructure investment and regional industrialisation. Direct source: https://apnews.com/article/a0ae7108ae4f4144222aea101baed3a5 2. South Africa — Ramaphosa announces response to gender-based violence. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced additional measures after the discovery of multiple murdered women in Ekurhuleni. Measures include a 60-day local-government safety audit and reviews of unresolved murder, rape and other gender-based-violence cases. Police have not established that the recent killings were committed by a single perpetrator. Importance: VERY HIGH — gender-based violence remains a major public-safety and criminal-justice challenge in South Africa. Direct source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/violence-against-women-south-africa-is-national-shame-president-says-2026-09-30/ 3. DR Congo — Mistrust complicates Ebola response after politician killed. Congolese politician Marie-Célestin Karondwa was killed after publicly supporting the government's Ebola response, according to AP. The killing illustrates the severe community mistrust confronting health authorities as the Bundibugyo-virus outbreak continues. Congo has recorded more than 8,000 confirmed infections and nearly 4,000 deaths in the current outbreak. Importance: CRITICAL — the combination of rapid transmission, very high mortality, insecurity and resistance to health measures poses a major regional public-health risk. Direct source: https://apnews.com/article/1ff629474298a62db44438c6eb178270 4. Zambia — Government opens talks with IMF on a new programme. Zambia began discussions with a visiting IMF mission on a successor lending programme. The country's previous $1.7 billion IMF arrangement expired in January, and Lusaka wants a new agreement before year-end. The IMF mission is scheduled to remain through October 10. Importance: HIGH — a new IMF programme could affect Zambia's fiscal policy, investment environment and economic strategy after its sovereign-debt restructuring. Direct source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/zambia-starts-talks-with-visiting-imf-mission-new-loan-programme-2026-09-30/ 5. South Africa / United States — Pretoria summons US ambassador. South Africa's foreign ministry summoned US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III over what it described as “undiplomatic conduct.” It was the third such summons in nine months, reflecting continuing strain in bilateral relations. Both governments have nevertheless indicated that dialogue is continuing. Direct source: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/south-africa-summons-us-ambassador-again-over-undiplomatic-conduct-official-says-2026-09-30/ 6. South Africa — Anti-immigration protests held in Durban. Hundreds of demonstrators marched in Durban calling for more deportations of undocumented migrants and tighter border controls. The demonstration comes amid heightened tensions over migration and previous violence against foreign nationals. Authorities did not recognise an ultimatum previously issued by organisers demanding that undocumented migrants leave the country. Direct source: https://apnews.com/article/c086e617b555643510541f9c9906ca4b 7. Africa — WHO data show sharp increase in cholera deaths. New WHO surveillance data show that reported cholera deaths globally rose by about 30% in 2025 despite fewer reported cases. The African Region experienced a particularly sharp deterioration: reported cases increased by 34% and deaths by 58%. Angola, DR Congo, Nigeria, South Sudan and Sudan were among seven countries accounting for roughly 90% of reported global cases and deaths. Importance: VERY HIGH — the figures highlight persistent weaknesses in water, sanitation, surveillance and access to timely treatment across several African states. Direct source: https://allafrica.com/stories/202609300113.html 8. Zambia — New cholera outbreak reaches 304 cases and 11 deaths. Zambian health authorities reported 304 cholera cases across seven districts in five provinces as of September 29, with 11 deaths. Lusaka was among the affected areas. The government said eight deaths occurred in communities, pointing to delays in patients reaching treatment. Importance: HIGH — Zambia only recently ended its previous outbreak, making renewed transmission a significant public-health concern. Direct source: https://www.mwebantu.com/11-die-as-cholera-hits-seven-districts-in-five-provinces-says-ministry-of-health/ 9. Burkina Faso — Country opens its first gold refinery. Burkina Faso inaugurated its first domestic gold refinery, RAFFINOR-BF, in Ouagadougou. The facility cost more than 11 billion CFA francs and has an initial annual refining capacity of about 164 tonnes, with plans for substantial expansion. The project is intended to retain more value from the country's gold production through domestic refining, certification and processing. Importance: HIGH — the refinery is part of a wider African trend toward local mineral beneficiation and greater domestic control of commodity value chains. Direct source: https://apnews.com/article/f39f714232e1784bb5051cdf44f0b992 10. Zimbabwe — Helicopter crash reported with six people aboard. A helicopter carrying four passengers and two crew members crashed in Zimbabwe's Marondera district southeast of Harare. Government and police officials said initial information indicated there were no survivors. Authorities had not immediately released all identities or a cause for the crash. Importance: MODERATE — a significant domestic aviation accident, with investigation and identification of those aboard still pending. Direct source: https://abcnews.com/International/wireStory/helicopter-6-aboard-crashes-zimbabwe-survivors-officials-136898678 #Africa #AfricaNews #TopNewsOfAfrica #DRCongo #Ebola #EbolaOutbreak #PublicHealth #HealthSecurity #CommunityTrust #DiseaseResponse #Zambia #IMF #InternationalMonetaryFund #EconomicReform #DebtRestructuring #FiscalPolicy #AfricanEconomy #SouthAfrica #CyrilRamaphosa #GenderBasedViolence #Femicide #PublicSafety #CriminalJustice #Ekurhuleni #ViolenceAgainstWomen #AfricanSecurity #RegionalStability #Geopolitics #AfricaToday #wrldorg

“As nossas quatro propostas de resolução foram integralmente acolhidas”Em declarações à Lusa, o dirigente da Dar Voz ao Silêncio Manuel Fernandes explicou que o objetivo do encontro, o primeiro do género da associação criada há poucos meses depois de uma divisão da associação congénere, Coração Silenciado, é assegurar “abertura da Igreja para dar seguimento às reivindicações das vítimas”, que incluem uma auditoria independente. #AbusosNaIgreja #DarVozAoSilêncio #JustiçaParaVítimas

“Não podemos aguentar esta subida de preços sem que o Governo realmente governe e tome medidas para defender a maioria. O Governo do PSD está a atraiçoar a maioria que o elegeu e está a tomar medidas que vão contra os interesses das populações e a favor sempre dos mesmos”“Não podemos aguentar esta subida de preços sem que o Governo realmente governe e tome medidas para defender a maioria. O Governo do PSD está a atraiçoar a maioria que o elegeu e está a tomar medidas que vão contra os interesses das populações e a favor sempre dos mesmos”, disse à Lusa João Cruz. #Habitação #Protestos #Sociedade

O Conselho de Redação da Lusa denunciou, em audição parlamentar, decisões administrativas que permitem a interferência na área editorial da agência, destacando preocupações sobre a autonomia editorial e a presença excessiva de políticos no conselho consultivo. #ComunicaçãoSocial #AutonomiaEditorial #LiberdadeDeImprensa