A woman named Ann, who went missing after hailing a Bolt taxi from her job in Utawala, Nairobi, has been found dead. Her family is mourning her loss and raising questions about the circumstances surrounding her death and the perceived negligence of authorities in the case.

Malawi's choice of a Cabinet minister's daughter to represent the country at the Miss World pageant has sparked controversy after she replaced the reigning Miss Malawi. Thandi Chisi, who won the Miss Malawi crown in Lilongwe on December 13, was initially expected to carry the country's flag at the international competition, but the Miss Malawi organisers selected a different representative instead. The decision has prompted public criticism and debate over fairness in the selection process, according to Daily Trust.

Sibongile Segobola, who lost her mother, sister and brother, says her grief helped shape her purpose rather than end her story. According to TimesLIVE, she will on Saturday become the first African woman to host a One Woman Fearless Summit on the continent, an event aimed at inspiring women to overcome adversity and find strength through their own experiences.

A sibling has shared the tragic account of how his pregnant sister was killed by gunmen inside a labor room during an attack in Plateau. This incident has raised renewed concerns regarding insecurity in the region, highlighting the ongoing violence affecting communities.

Daniel Nanle, a resident of Kawel community in Mushere District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, described the tragic killing of his pregnant sister by gunmen during an attack on a Primary Health Centre. The incident occurred on Sunday night when the assailants attacked the community while residents were asleep, resulting in the deaths of 22 individuals, according to Daily Trust.

South Africa's Romanda Hombir has been crowned Miss World Africa 2026 after reaching the Top 6 at the Miss World 2026 pageant held in Vietnam, according to BellaNaija. Eritrea also achieved a historic milestone at the competition, with its contestant finishing in the Top 6 for the first time. The results highlight a strong showing by African representatives at this year's international pageant.