A 2025 BBC true-crime documentary exposing the exploitation of Ugandan girls trafficked into sex slavery in the United Arab Emirates has been featured in Plot Twist Picks' listicles of the best African films on YouTube, according to Sqoop. Titled Death in Dubai, the investigative film and podcast series by BBC Eye examines the tragic death of a Ugandan woman named Monic. The recognition highlights the documentary's impact in bringing attention to migrant abuse in the Gulf region.

Alex Gibney's documentary Musk, running nearly four hours, premiered at the Venice Film Festival. According to IOL, the film examines Elon Musk's business empire, political influence and public image, drawing on interviews, archival material and criticism from former associates. The documentary's framing has been characterised by the question of whether Musk is a visionary or a conman, reflecting divided perceptions of the tech billionaire.

The Ugandan historical docuseries Tuko Pamoja, produced by Nyati Motion Pictures, received an Honourable Mention at the AFRICA USA International Film Festival during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival in France. This recognition was specifically for the segment titled "Uganda: The Making of a Nation," which was screened at the event.

Leaders of Cosatu, Africa's largest labour federation, have blamed foreign resource extraction and weak local beneficiation for economic hardship and migration across the continent. According to IOL, the federation also expressed support for calls for reparations linked to slavery and colonialism, framing predatory Western capital as a driver of Africa's economic challenges.

During a visit to Lampedusa, Pope Leo emphasized the importance of protecting and integrating migrants, calling on people in Europe and the United States to welcome and assist them. This trip to the Italian island, known for its role in the migrant crisis, served as a symbolic gesture highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by migrants.

A woman has shared a social media post reflecting on her life two years after leaving Africa, according to Tuko. In the post, she described earning a Master's degree in the United Kingdom before relocating to the United States, and expressed gratitude for how her life has changed since making the move. Her story, which highlights her educational and personal journey abroad, has drawn attention online as she marked the milestone anniversary of her departure.