Covid: UK red list criticised as ‘travel apartheid’ by Nigeria
Craig TaylorNigeria – which was added to the red list on Monday – describes the restrictions as “selective”. BBC News – Africa
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Bus carrying choir members plunges into Kenya river
At least 23 die as a bus taking a church choir group to a wedding plunges into a flooded river. BBC News – Africa
South Africa battles Omicron fear and vaccine myths
The new variant threatens to overshadow the holiday season as campaigners fight vaccine fears. BBC News – Africa
Covid: South Africa new cases double in 24 hours as Omicron spreads
The new Omicron variant has now become dominant, the country’s top medical scientists say. BBC News – Africa
Lesotho ex-PM Thomas Thabane charged with murdering wife
Thomas Thabane denies organising the killing of his estranged wife. BBC News – Africa
Covid Omicron: No need to panic, South African minister says
Joe Phaahla says South Africa is experienced in dealing with Covid variants, despite a surge in cases. BBC News – Africa