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Today in Africa — October 20, 2026: Drone Strike Kills More Than 150 Near Sudan-South Sudan Border, Dangote Plans Free Refinery Shares for Nearly 778,000 Women

OkayAfrica has scoured the Internet for today’s major news stories, so you don't have to. On Oct. 20, coverage includes: South Sudanese officials blaming Sudan’s army for the attack; how 15 Nigerian states and the Aliko Dangote Foundation plan to cover the cost of 20 shares per woman; and more.