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Kenya: President Ruto Opens 22-Classroom Lenana School Primary
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto on Monday officially opened Lenana School Primary in Nairobi.
South Africa: DA Rejects President Ramaphosa and Premier Lesufi's Blatant Abuse of a State Platforms for Party Campaigning
[DA] The Democratic Alliance (DA) is outraged by Premier Panyaza Lesufi and his party's inappropriate use of the Gauteng Provincial Government's (GPG) official social media platforms for their ANC campaigning.
Malawi: 83-Yr-Old APM Reiterates He Is Winning Next Year, Calls Chakwera a Tribalist, Only Appointing From Central Region
[Nyasa Times] Former president Peter Mutharika yesterday reiterated his message that he will contest and win in next year's poll but took a considerable swipe at President Lazarus Chakwera's leadership saying he is only appointing people from the Central Region and loans under National Economic ...
Ghana: Ghana's Democracy Safe So Long As It Corresponds With Our Traditions - Asantehene
[Accra Times] Otumfuo was speaking at the banquet organised by Manhyia Palace as part of his silver jubilee celebrations
Liberia: U.S.$13.2 Million for Legislative Projects
[Liberian Observer] Members of the House of Representatives and Senate have allotted US$13.2m in the 2024 Budget for "Legislative Projects," signaling a move towards decentralization and grassroots development. Each of the 73 Representatives has been allotted US$100,000 for district development ...
Kenya: Residents Near Kitengela Police Station Evacuated After LPG Truck Started Leaking
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Residents living near Kitengela police station were evacuated after a truck that had been driven there with Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) started to leak.
Nigeria: Sports Minister Hails Amusan Over Jamaican Invitational Victory
[Vanguard] Sports Development minister, Senator John Owan Enoh has hailed world record holder in the 100m hurdles, Nigeria's Tobi Amusan for posting the world's leading time of 12.40s at the Jamaican Athletics Invitational Sunday.
Kenya: Schools Re-Open Today After Two Postponements
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Learning in most public schools nationwide is set to resume for the second term Monday after two postponements occasioned by flooding.
Nigeria: Cybersecurity Levy Law Hurriedly Passed - - Ndume Commends Tinubu On Suspension
[Vanguard] The Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Ali Ndume, has commended President Bola Tinubu for suspending the 0.5% cybercrime levy that was earlier announced by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN.
Southern Africa: SADC Heads of Immigration, Labour Commissioners and Statistics Meet to Engage On Migration Information and Data Management
[SADC] The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Heads of Immigration, Labour Commissioners and Statistics held a meeting on reporting on indicators of the SADC Regional Migration Policy Framework and Action Plan as well as the Global Compact on Migration (GCM) Reporting Matrix, ...
Congo-Kinshasa: DRC Journalist Blaise Mabala Freed After 4 Months in Jail Over Insult to Governor
[CPJ] Kinshasa -- The Committee to Protect Journalists welcomes the acquittal and release of journalist Blaise Mabala after more than four months in detention and calls for authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to swiftly reform their laws to prevent the criminal prosecution ...
Nigeria: U.S. Govt, FCMB Partner to Strengthen Nigeria's Private Health Sector
[Vanguard] At a ceremony held at the First City Monument Bank (FCMB) Headquarters in Lagos, Nigeria, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director Melissa Jones affirmed the U.S. government's commitment to strengthen Nigeria's health sector and private sector resilience ...
Namibia: Two Arrested Over Wildlife Products
[Namibian] A Namibian (28) and an Angolan national (32) were arrested over the weekend for allegedly being found in possession of pangolin skin without permits, says national police spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi.
Burkina Faso Accused of Massacring Civilians
Witnesses and human rights groups claim the West African country’s military killed more than 220 people, including women and children, in February. It was neither a mistake nor a one-off, they say.
Nigeria: Introducing Code, Afrobeats Rising Star That Crafted 'Afrotronic' Genre
[Vanguard] In the pulsating heart of Lagos State, amid the neon-lit streets and thumping beats, emerges a luminary of the electrifying music scene known as Code.
Sudan: Dozens Injured in North Darfur Skirmishes
[Dabanga] El Fasher -- El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, has witnessed ongoing skirmishes between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and its allied militias against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) at the northern and eastern directions of the city since Friday morning.
Children killed as bomb falls near Sudan hospital - MSF
The battle for control of the western city of El Fasher has intensified over the last few days.
The volunteer crime fighters using whistles and whips
Communities organise themselves to tackle the high crime rate, with the police's tacit approval.
Nigeria: Bad Law, Needless Levy
[This Day] A few weeks ago, Nigerians were startled by a legislation that had largely escaped public awareness. This legislation, which has since undergone substantial amendment carries profound implications for the financial health of every Nigerian, sparking widespread controversy.
Tunisia lawyer arrested during live news broadcast
There has been growing criticism on the restrictions on free speech under President Kais Saied.
Sudan: Historic Khartoum Palace Set Ablaze By Sudan Army Airstrike
[Dabanga] Khartoum / El Obeid / Wad Madani / El Fasher -- The old Republican Palace in Khartoum was hit by a Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) airstrike yesterday, setting parts of it ablaze. An attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on a market in North Kordofan yesterday left 15 people dead. Two ...
East Africa: Droughts, Floods to Cyclones in Africa
[Independent (Kampala)] Kenya and many other African nations are grappling with a harsh reality: extreme weather events are becoming the norm. Once predictable weather patterns have been disrupted, leading to a dangerous cycle of droughts, floods, and cyclones. These realities get highlighted ...
Liberia: Destruction in Margibi
[New Dawn] A land dispute in Margibi County has left an entire property destroyed, including a tomb burst open and a dead body reportedly taken away.
Liberia: Boakai to Lead Lofa Reconciliatory Effort
[New Dawn] Liberia's President Amb. Joseph Nyumah Boakai has been charged with leading Lofa County's reconciliation and unity campaign to promote social cohesion and development.
Nigeria: Oyedele - Presidential Committee Proposes Exemption of 95 Percent of Informal Sector From Taxes
[This Day] The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee (PFPTRC) set up early this year by President Bola Tinubu has hinted of plans to revolutionise Nigeria's tax system, exempting 95% of the informal sector from all taxes.
Sudan: Bomb Puts El Fasher Paediatric Hospital Out of Action Amid Intense Escalation in Fighting
[MSF] On the evening of Saturday 11 May, an airstrike carried out by the SAF landed 50 metres from Babiker Nahar Paediatric Hospital, which is supported by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), in El Fasher, North Darfur. This led to the collapse of the roof above the intensive care unit (ICU) and ...
Uganda: 2.6 Million Households Counted in First Three Days of Census
[Nile Post] Uganda Bureau of Statistics has said at least 30% of the total number of households in the country representing 2.6 million households were counted in the first three days of the census.
Nigeria: Tinubu Suspends Cybersecurity Levy to Prevent Overburdening Nigerians
[This Day] Deji Elumoye, Chuks Okocha, Michael Olugbode, Emmanuel Addeh and Sunday Aborisade in Abuja
Liberia: On 2nd Thoughts - What Liberians Expect From the Just Ended U.S.-Africa Business Summit?
[New Dawn] From May 6-9, 2024, over 1500 delegates, including eight African presidents and 16 ministerial delegations, joined their United States counterparts and seven international officials in the US city of Dallas, Texas, for a high-level business summit expected to unlock doors for ...
Sudan: Unlawful Detentions and Extrajudicial Killings of Activists Continue in War-Torn Sudan
[Dabanga] Amsterdam -- A new wave of unjustified detentions of unarmed Sudanese who are not a party to the more than 11-month-old armed conflict is taking place these days. Obituaries posted on social media and statements condemning the torturing and killing of Sudanese activists and volunteers ...
Liberia: Wakorlor Jungle Ecolodge, an Exquisite Resort, Launched in Cape Mount
[Liberian Observer] Wakorlor Jungle Ecolodge and Reserve, an exquisite resort located in the Wakorlor jungle of Grand Cape Mount County, has been officially opened to the public. The inauguration of the resort, which took place over the weekend, marked a significant moment combining ...
Zambia: Four RtSA Bosses Fired?
[Times of Zambia] THREE directors and a procurement specialist at the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) have been relieved of their duties.
Kenya: Kenyan MPs Shield Minister, Ignite Corruption Claims
[Business Day Africa] A covert maneuover has emerged, shedding light on the inner workings of the Kenya Kwanza government's efforts to shield Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi from impeachment, thereby averting potential disgrace for the Ruto administration.
Africa: Governments Agree to Continue Their Steady Progress On Proposed Pandemic Agreement Ahead of the World Health Assembly
[WHO] Governments of the world today agreed to continue working on a proposed pandemic agreement, and to further refine the draft, ahead of the Seventy-seventh World Health Assembly that starts 27 May 2024.
Tunisia officials arrested in dispute over flag display
The heads of the Tunisian swimming federation and the national anti-doping agency were detained on Saturday.
South Africa: Online Debate Rages Over Women's Participation in the Workforce
[allAfrica] The online conversation surrounding women's participation in the labour force is heavily polarized, according to a new report by the Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC).
Stevie Wonder gains Ghanaian citizenship
The American music icon has long been an admirer of the west African country.
Zimbabwe: Neville Mutsvangwa Denied Bail, Magistrate Says Minister's Son a Flight Risk
[New Zimbabwe] Zanu PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa's son, Neville, who is facing several criminal charges including money laundering and dealing in foreign currency has been denied bail by Harare magistrate Dennis Mangosi.
Nigeria: Terrorists Sack 50 Communities, Abduct Hundreds of People in Zamfara - Lawmaker
[Premium Times] The lawmaker representing Zurmi/Shinkafa federal constituency at the House of Representatives, Bello Hassan, told BBC Hausa Service on Tuesday that terrorists sacked at least 50 villages in Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State .
South Sudan: Peace Negotiations - Not Everyone Is Convinced of the Initiative
[Agenzia Fides] Juba -- A new round of peace negotiations between the South Sudanese government and the Non-Signatory Opposition Group (NSOG) began on May 3 in Nairobi (Kenya).
Ghana: Stevie Wonder and Family Arrive in Ghana, Receives Ghanaian Citizenship
[Accra Times] The legendary singer revealed in an interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021 that he wants to relocate to Ghana permanently.
Chad: Chad Opposition Petitions Constitutional Council to Cancel Presidential Election Results
[VOA] Yaounde, Cameroon -- Opposition candidates in Chad who lost the recent presidential election have filed paperwork challenging President Mahamat Idriss Deby's victory. The legal challenge comes as the media there appeal a decision barring them from reporting on election-related violence.
Africa: Egypt to 'Formally Back' South Africa's ICJ Genocide Case Against Israel
[Independent (Kampala)] Cairo -- Egypt announced on Sunday that it will "formally back" South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over the ongoing Israeli aggression in the besieged Palestinian Gaza Strip.
Gambia: Minimum Wage for Workers Proposed By Unions
[Foroyaa] May Day was not an ordinary day for workers. The unions took it as a day of their own. They informed the public that the authorities have told them of the efforts they are making to restore the joint industrial council. Foroyaa will contact the ministry of trade to find out how far ...
Nigeria: Death Toll in Zamfara's Mysterious Disease Rises to 13
[Leadership] The outbreak of an unidentified disease in Zamfara State has now claimed 13 lives, with over 500 reported cases, primarily affecting children and women in several communities.
Uganda: How Corruption Is Stalking Every Fabric of Ugandan Society
[Nile Post] In the heart of Uganda, where vibrant culture meets breathtaking landscapes, a dark shadow looms over the corridors of power.
Nigeria: WHO Predicts 5.1m Global Shortfall of Nurses, Midwives By 2030
[Vanguard] The world currently faces a significant shortage of nurses and midwives according to the World Health Organisation, WHO. Stressing this on International Nurses Day, the WHO noted that while there are currently an estimated 29 million nurses and 2.2 million midwives globally, ...
Kenya Rallies Police Officers Ahead of Haiti Deployment
The East African country is preparing to send hundreds of police officers as the first wave of a multinational force aimed at stabilizing the chaos-ridden Caribbean nation.
Uganda: International Court Reassures Uganda LRA Victims On Reparations
[VOA] Kampala -- An official of the International Criminal Court has promised victims of Uganda's rebel Lord's Resistance Army that the court will provide reparations that were promised after the conviction of a top LRA leader. However, the Tribunal Trust Fund does not have enough money to make ...
Ethiopia: Between Two Peace Treaties - Irob Community Confronts Plight, Looming Displacement
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Fisuh Welde, a resident of Irob district in the Eastern Zone of Tigray, has spent his entire life nestled in the northern escarpment of the Ethiopian highlands.
Tanzania: U.S. Embassy in Tanzania Closed Due to Regional Internet Outage
[allAfrica] The U.S. Embassy in Tanzania was forced to close its doors to the public for two days due to a widespread internet outage affecting several East African countries, reports BBC News.
Africa: Media Must Dig Deep into Root Causes of Africa's Conflicts - AU Special Envoy Bineta Diop
[allAfrica] Nairobi -- Africa continues to grapple with the harsh realities of conflict. From long-running struggles in places like the Democratic Republic of Congo and Somalia to the recent eruption of violence in Sudan, these conflicts are causing untold human costs to nations already facing ...
Malawi: Urgent Action Critical As Malawi Faces Severe Drought
[WFP] Blantyre -- Around nine million people in Malawi are reeling from the devastating impacts of El Niño-induced floods and drought, which are destroying harvests and causing hunger to soar to crisis levels. Visiting the drought-stricken areas of Malawi, Ms. Reena Ghelani, the UN Climate ...
Zimbabwe: Amid Zimbabwe's Mass Exodus, Meet the Doctors and Nurses Who Stayed Behind
[Global Press Journal] Harare, Zimbabwe -- Those who remain must navigate a crumbling health care system -- and the moral, physical and mental costs that come with it.
Malawi: Malawi's School Kids Are Using Tablets to Improve Their Reading and Maths Skills
[The Conversation Africa] Malawi introduced free primary education in 1994. This has significantly improved access to schooling. However, the country - which is one of the poorest in the world - still faces a high learning poverty rate of 87%. Learning poverty is a measure of a child's ...
South Africa: Analysis Reveals Polarized Views on South Africa's Electoral Process
[allAfrica] A new report by the Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC) has shed light on the polarized online conversation surrounding South Africa's upcoming elections. The report, titled "Bi-Weekly Social Listening Updates & Recommendations for Electoral Engagement #7," ...
Ghana: NDC Condemns Police Bias in Arrest of MP Collins Dauda
[Accra Times] This fact was corroborated by the Police in their investigative report read to Hon. Collins Dauda, MP for Asutifi South, in the presence of Hon. Eric Opoku, MP for Asunafo South, at a meeting on the morning of Sunday, 12th May, 2024.
Uganda: Museveni Tasks Foreign Minister, Attorney-General to Probe UK Claims About Speaker Among
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- President Yoweri Museveni has said the UK cannot falsely accuse any Ugandan and he lets it pass.
Mozambique: Big Rise in Insurgent Activity in Past Month
[Mozambique News Reports And Clippings] A major insurgent attack on Macomia town at 05.00 Friday morning (10 May) underlined the increase in insurgent activity since the end of Ramadan a month ago. An estimated 100 insurgents entered the town on the road from Mucojo to the east. There was heavy ...
Southern Africa: Can SADC Troops Defeat M23 Rebels?
[DW] Troops from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) deployed to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are struggling to restore peace and security to the restive region.
Southern Africa: Timely Outbreak Response, Enhanced Surveillance Halts Wild Poliovirus Transmission in Southern Africa
[WHO-AFRO] Brazzaville/Lilongwe/Maputo -- Following thorough assessments in Malawi and Mozambique, an independent Polio Outbreak Response Assessment Team (OBRA) today recommended the closure of the wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) outbreak in Malawi and Mozambique, marking a significant milestone ...
Africa: Conflict, Violence Push Global Internal Displacement to Record High Levels
[VOA] Geneva -- Conflicts and violence have pushed the number of internally displaced people around the world to a record-breaking high of 75.9 million, with nearly half living in sub-Saharan Africa, according to a new report by the Internal Displacement Monitoring Center.
Sudan: Countless Lives At Stake in Sudan's El Fasher, Warn UN Aid Teams
[UN News] Reports have been coming in that a hospital in Sudan's North Darfur has been damaged in a heavy uptick of hostilities, leaving two youngsters dead and fanning renewed famine fears, UN aid teams have said.
Egypt: Halt Crackdown On People Voicing Concerns Over Economic Crisis
[AI London] The Egyptian authorities have intensified their crackdown against protesters, striking workers and people voicing criticism online over the authorities' handling of the economic crisis, said Amnesty International today.
Congo-Kinshasa: North and South Kivu - More Clashes Between Army and M23
[Agenzia Fides] Kinshasa -- Two people died yesterday, May 13, in the bombing of the village of Minova, in the Kalehe region, in the province of South Kivu, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). According to a local civil society leader, the artillery shells came from the area ...
South Africa: South Africans Lose Faith in Ruling ANC As Income Inequality Grows
[RFI] South Africa will vote on 29 May - three decades after the end of apartheid. The African National Congress has been in power since then, but polls are predicting the party will lose its majority with many voters disgruntled by its failure to address inequality.
Nigeria: Duchess of Sussex Praises Nigerian Women, Calls West African Nation 'My Country'
[Fame Frenzy] It's been a jam-packed week for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
Meghan opens up about her Nigerian heritage
The Duchess of Sussex describes the "eye opening" experience of learning about her Nigerian ancestry.
Kenya: Flood Death Toll Hits 289 As 100 Schools Remain Shut
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The death toll from severe weather in the nation has climbed to 289 casualties, as revealed by the Interior and Ministry on Tuesday.
Africa: AllAfrica Celebrates Media Leaders at Excellence Awards and Gala Dinner at Glee Hotel
[AMLS] On May 9th, AllAfrica hosted the AllAfrica Excellence Awards and Gala Dinner at the Glee Hotel in Nairobi. "It is important to recognize and celebrate greatness. This is specially true in the media sector where many sacrifice their life to honor the principles of the Fourth Estate" said ...
South Africa: South Africa's Unemployment Rate Edges Up to 32.9 Percent Just Before 29 May Polls
[Daily Maverick] South Africa's jobless rate increased by 0.8 of a percentage point between the fourth quarter of last year and the first quarter of 2024.
South Africa: Ruling Party ANC Losing Grip on Social Grant Voters, Study Shows
[The Conversation Africa] Social grants to reduce poverty feature prominently in the campaign promises of political parties in South Africa's 2024 national and provincial general elections, set for 29 May.
Morocco: Morocco - Criminalization of Abortion Has Devastating Impact On the Rights of Women and Girls
[AI London] The Moroccan state is failing to meet its obligations to ensure accessible, affordable and good quality sexual and reproductive health services, including abortion, forcing women and girls into dangerous situations and violating their human rights, said Amnesty International today.
Mozambique: Terrorists Murder Ten and Loot Food and Vehicles in Macomia
[AIM] Maputo -- Islamist terrorists killed at least ten people, looted food, and stole 15 vehicles during their attack on Friday against the town of Macomia, in the northern Mozambican province of Cabo Delgado.
South Africa: 25 People Still Unaccounted for After George Building Collapse
[George Municipality] The confirmed statistics for the incident are:
Ethiopia: U.S. Special Envoy Mike Hammer Meets With Oromo Opposition Leaders, Discusses Political Challenges
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Mike Hammer, the U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, engaged in discussions with notable opposition party leaders regarding the present political circumstances in Ethiopia as a whole, with a specific emphasis on the Oromia region.
Malawi: Chakwera Leads Malawi in Signing 16 Trade Agreement With 37 Indian Investors, Move to Boost Exports
[Nyasa Times] The country's exports to India are expected to drastically increase following the signing of 16 trade agreements between some Indian investors and Malawian institutions including government departments.
Nigeria: Man, or Bear?
[Leadership] Social media especially TikTok is buzzing with the "Man or Bear?" trend with over 65,000 responses so far asking if women would prefer to be left alone in the woods with a man or bear. Interestingly and equally worrisome, many women chose the bear because they can predict the ...
Rwanda: The Guardian in Another Smear Job On Rwanda
[New Times] Opposition to the UK -- Rwanda migrants deal in the United Kingdom will go to any length to stop asylum seekers being sent to Rwanda. They have tried to find fault with it, lied and invented unlikely tales, and it appears they will not stop.
Uganda: Yo-Waste - Innovator Tumusiime Makes Final Shortlist for Shs230m Prize
[Nile Post] Ugandan innovator Martin Tumusiime is among the four finalist competing for a £50,000 (About Shs235 million) Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation.
Mozambique: Insurgent Food Raid on Macomia Was Big and Well Organised
[Mozambique News Reports And Clippings] The insurgent raid on Macomia town Friday morning 10 May was the largest and best organised since the insurgents took the coastal town of Mucojo, 40km east of Macomia town, on 10 February. The raid was mainly intended to take food and supplies to Mucojo, ...
Africa: How Can South Africa's Minister of Police Improve Policing?
[ISS] With little sign that violent crime is under control, oversight by the minister is vital for effective policing.
Africa: Female Genital Mutilation Is On the Rise in Africa - Disturbing New Trends Are Driving Up the Numbers
[The Conversation Africa] Thirteen-year-old Salamatu Jalloh had her whole future to look forward to. But in January 2023, her lifeless body was found wrapped in a pink and blue shroud on an earthen floor in a village in north-west Sierra Leone.
South Africa: Workers March Against Looming Retrenchments At Sibanye-Stillwater
[GroundUp] Unions call for resignation of top management and the CEO Neal Froneman
Chad: Political Transition Ends With Déby's Election
[HRW] Nairobi -- Ex-President's Son Declared Winner; Opponent Killed in Lead Up to the Vote
South Africa: Soup Kitchen Serves Eastern Cape Children the Only Meal They'll Eat That Day
[GroundUp] The Human Rights Commission has recommended that child malnutrition in the province be declared a disaster
Nigeria: Terrorists Attack Military Camp, Kill Five Soldiers, Injure 11 Others in Katsina
[Premium Times] Over 200 terrorists led by a notorious outlaw, Ado Aleiru, attacked the military camp in broad daylight
Mozambique: In the North of the Country - Two Jihadist Attacks Within Two Days
[Agenzia Fides] Maputo -- Jihadists fighters linked to the Islamic State carried out two major attacks within two days in the Cabo Delgado province, northern Mozambique. The attack on Macomia (capital of the district of the same name) on May 10 (see Fides 10/5/2024) was followed on Sunday May ...
Rwanda: The Toll of Fistula - American Doctors Working to Stem the Tide in Rwanda
[New Times] Obstructed labour can happen to any woman, regardless of geographical location. However, it is only in the developing world that it leads to devastating injuries such as obstetric fistula.
Somalia: NCC Meeting Begins in Mogadishu
[Radio Dalsan] The National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting today began at Villa Somalia, the Presidential Palace in the capital Mogadishu.
Tunisia: Tunisian Bar Association Slams 'Abuse of Power' Over Arrests
[DW] Police arrested two lawyers in recent days. Critics of President Kais Saied have accused him of cracking down on lawyers, activists, politicians and journalists following a power grab in 2021.
Nigeria: Academic Union Gives Govt, States 2 Weeks Deadline to Address Grievances
[This Day] Abuja -- The leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has given the Federal and state governments two weeks to respond to its grievances over welfare and funding of universities or face a decisive action.
Kenya: Kenya's GDP Brushes Aside Economic Challenges, Expands in Q3 of 2023
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenyan economy showed resilience by the end of 2023, recording growth in gross domestic product (GDP), which increased to 5.9 percent in the third quarter of last year compared to 4.3 percent in the same period in 2022.
Cameroon: Cameroon Military Frees 300 Boko Haram Captives Along Northern Border
[VOA] Yaounde -- Cameroon's military has moved over 300 civilians rescued from Boko Haram terrorist captivity along the central African states border with Nigeria and Chad this week to a northern Cameroon military post. The country's army says scores of militants of the Nigeria-based insurgent ...
Rwanda: Battle Taken to Schools As Govt Records 22,000 Teen Pregnancies
[New Times] The government is set to carry out a campaign about sexual reproductive health in schools countrywide after recording 22,055 teen pregnancies in 2023 triggering an increase in school dropouts.
Ghana: West African Nations Participate In Maritime Training With U.S. Naval
[Africom] Sekondi, Ghana -- Over five days, 13 nations from across West Africa, Europe, and North America sent military delegations to collaborate, learn, and train together as part of the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF)'s Obangame Express 2024 military interdiction training ...
Ghana: NDC MPs Oppose Appointment of New NIB MD
[Accra Times] Minority MPs are protesting the appointment of Mr. Tweneboah Kodua Fokuo, a New Patriotic Party (NPP) Parliamentary Candidate for Manso Nkwanta, who's been recently appointed as the new Managing Director for the National Investment Bank (NIB).
South Africa: Building Collapse Day 8 - Officials Ask Families of Missing, Dead to Come Forward
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- Municipality officials in George are experiencing difficulty in obtaining the accurate names of people missing or deceased due to the building collapse in the town which killed 27 of the 81 people inside the building.
Nigeria: Special Report - Why Many Nigerian Health Workers Are Susceptible to Lassa Fever
[Premium Times] An analysis of NCDC data in the last five years shows that 197 healthcare workers contracted Lassa fever in Nigeria.
Chad: Chadian Opposition Leader Files Legal Challenge to Presidential Election Poll
[RFI] Chadian opposition leader Succès Masra has filed a legal challenge to the results of the 6 May election in which officials declared he came in second, behind junta leader and interim President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno.
Nigeria: Kidnapping of Students - Over 1,680 Kidnappings in the Last 10 Years
[Agenzia Fides] Abuja -- Nine students are still in the hands of the kidnappers who on May 9 attacked the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) in Osara, Kogi state, northern Nigeria.
Madagascar: Madagascar's Ancient Baobab Forests Are Being Restored By Communities - With a Little Help From Ai
[The Conversation Africa] Six of the world's eight baobab species are indigenous to Madagascar, where the distinctive trees with giant trunks have historically grown in huge forests. But these forests are threatened by slash-and-burn agriculture - 4,000 hectares of baobab forest in Madagascar ...
Africa: Don't Gaslight Africa - We Need Genuinely Clean Cooking Solutions
[African Arguments] The IEA summit, where oil and gas execs are well-represented, will see gas as the solution. What Africa needs is people-centred renewable energy.
Internet outage felt across East Africa
A key cable linking the region to South Africa was cut on Sunday morning, an industry expert says.
Nigeria: A Silent Threat - Impact of Climate Change On Life Expectancy Rate in Nigeria
[Nigeria Health Watch] 'The climate crisis is a health crisis, but for too long, health has been a footnote in climate discussions," Director-General, World Health Organisation (WHO) Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Nigeria: Tinubu Expresses Commitment to Removing Barriers to Girl-Child Education
[Premium Times] Mr Tinubu described education as the cornerstone of national development, saying, "When girls are empowered to pursue their dreams, communities thrive, economies prosper, and nations succeed."
Kenya: Children Rescued From Collapsed Nairobi Building, More Feared Trapped
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Authorities in Nairobi's Kiamaiko area have launched a rescue operation following the collapse of a building undergoing demolition on Tuesday.
Nigeria: Electricity Tariff - Labour Pickets IBEDC Office in Osun
[Premium Times] A leader of the protest said the action was to make a statement and let the Federal Government know that the electricity tariff increment was unacceptable by Nigerians.
Ethiopia: Rotten Flowers of the Spring Reform - Democracy and Economic Sovereignty Under Prosperity Party
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Looking back at the spring season of 2018, when the "reformist" group led by PM Abiy Ahmed mobilized the public with flowery promises of democracy, freedom of expression, and economic prosperity, we now find ourselves counting the sixth year of rotten promises. ...
Ghana: Female Judges Key to Eradicating Negative Cultural Practices - President
[Ghanaian Times] President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo says female judges play pivotal role in eliminating undesirable cultural practices that impede development, particularlyt hat of women and girls.
Rwanda: HIV/Aids - RBC Calls for Testing, Safety Practices in Nationwide Prevention Campaign
[New Times] The Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) has issued a call to action for all Rwandans, urging them to prioritise HIV/AIDS prevention through testing and safety measures. The appeal was made at the start of a 10-day nationwide campaign, mostly aimed at the youth, held in Rwamagana ...
Africa's internet vulnerability and how to fix it
The internet outage in East Africa highlights the fragility of the continent's online connections.
Kenya: Mama Jasiri: A Brave Woman
[Mastercard Foundation] Program: Jasiri Fund Location: Kilifi, Kenya
Ghana: Ghana's Forests Are Being Wiped Out - What's Behind This and Why Attempts to Stop It Aren't Working
[The Conversation Africa] Ghana has around 7.9 million hectares of forested land (35% of the total land area), according to the Food and Agriculture Organization. Around 7.6 million hectares are primary or naturally regenerated forest, and around 297,000 hectares are planted forest. In 2022, ...
Nigeria: Updated - Three Wike's Loyalists Dump Fubara's Cabinet
[Daily Trust] Three loyalists of Nyesom Wike, Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have resigned from the cabinet of Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
The illicit trade with China fuelling Mozambique's insurgency
Illegal shipments of rosewood continue and some of the profit ends up with jihadists, research says.
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Qatar Senior Commanders Discuss Cooperation in Military Technology
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- A delegation led by Qatar's Military Attaché to Ethiopia, Brigadier General Mohammed Ali Al Hajri met on Tuesday and discussed with Brigadier General Kebede Regasa, Ethiopian Defense University Commander, various issues including enhancing cooperation ...
Africa: As Pollution Kills, Africa Needs Billions for Climate-Ready Stoves
[Thomson Reuters Foundation] What's the context? A summit this week aims to kickstart Africa's push against polluting cooking stoves that hurt climate progress and people's health
Sudan: NGOs Call For End To Telecommunications Blackout
[Islamic Relief Worldwide] In the midst of the devastating humanitarian crisis that is fast deteriorating in Sudan, we, representing 94 humanitarian, civil society, human rights organizations and members of the #KeepItOn coalition, urgently appeal for the re-establishment of telecommunications ...
Malawi: New Study Exposes Gender Bias in African Family Laws
[VOA] Blantyre, Malawi -- A new report finds that gaps in family laws in most African countries are fueling discrimination of women and girls. The report from the international NGO Equality Now says laws that favor men in matters of sex, marriage and inheritance, among other issues, leave many ...
South Africa: The Traffic Department That Hasn't Issued a Ticket for Years
[GroundUp] "We used to have ticket books, but they were stolen" says a traffic officer in Ngcobo, Eastern Cape
Liberia: Corruption Scandal Chokes Assets Recovery Team
[New Dawn] Even before Boakai's Assets Recovery and Property Retriever Taskforce can recover the first dime for the state, tension has begun brewing between the Taskforce chairman, Cllr. Edward Kla Martins and two of its members. The latter accuses the chairman of engaging in questionable ...
Scientists solve mystery of ancient 'tree of life'
The iconic trees evolved on Madagascar 41 million years ago and later spread to other countries.
Nigeria: Nigerian Officials Probe Plan to Marry Off Scores of Female Orphans
[VOA] Abuja, Nigeria -- Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Women Affairs says it is investigating a plan by a lawmaker in central Niger state to marry off some 100 female orphans of unknown ages later this month.
Uganda: Census - Enumerators Urged to Avoid 'Irrelevant' Questions
[Nile Post] Ambassador Milton Kambula has advised the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) to revise the census questions and stick to the most relevant as well as popularizing the questions to ease the process of enumeration for the remaining census days
Africa: Cable Cuts Expose Vulnerabilities in Africa's Internet Infrastructure
[Business Day Africa] The vulnerability of East Africa's countries was starkly revealed once again in the aftermath of the damage inflicted upon an undersea cable, leading to widespread internet outages across the region.
Nigeria: One Worshipper Killed, 24 Injured in Kano Mosque Bomb Explosion
[Premium Times] The police say the 38-year-old suspect set off a petrol bomb in the mosque following a family dispute over inheritance.
Nigeria: Sweden to Return 39 Artefacts to Oba of Benin Palace
[Daily Trust] The Swedish government has disclosed its resolved to return 39 pieces of Benin Artefacts in its museum to the custody of the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II.
Africa: Towards a Borderless Africa - How the AfCFTA Is Changing the Narrative On Continental Integration
[African Arguments] Debating Ideas reflects the values and editorial ethos of the African Arguments book series, publishing engaged, often radical, scholarship, original and activist writing from within the African continent and beyond. It offers debates and engagements, contexts and ...
Sudan: Sudan Facing 'Inferno of Brutal Violence' - UN
[DW] The UN's humanitarian coordinator for Sudan said residents of the country were at risk of famine as the rainy season approaches. The violence between the army and paramilitary forces has made it hard to deliver aid.
South Africa: Shell Case in Supreme Court of Appeal
[Natural Justice] On 17 May 2024, Wild Coast communities and supporting organisations will be in the Supreme Court of Appeal to defend the groundbreaking High Court judgment which set aside Shell's exploration right to explore for oil and gas off the Wild Coast of South Africa.
Africa: WHO Prequalifies New Dengue Vaccine
[WHO] A new vaccine for dengue received prequalification from the World Health Organization (WHO) on 10 May 2024. TAK-003 is the second dengue vaccine to be prequalified by WHO. Developed by Takeda, it is a live-attenuated vaccine containing weakened versions of the four serotypes of the virus ...
Gambia: Swiss Court Convicts Gambian Ex-Minister of Atrocities
[DW] A Swiss court has delivered a guilty verdict in the trial of former Gambian Interior Minister Ousman Sonko. He was accused of several crimes against humanity committed from 2000 to 2016.
Nobel laureate's death to be re-examined in S Africa
The former apartheid regime said Chief Luthuli died in an accident after a train hit him in 1967.
South Africa: Leopard DNA Study in South Africa Traces Ancestry to Ice Age - and Will Guide Conservation
[The Conversation Africa] An ice age almost one million years ago led to a meeting between leopards from central and southern Africa that were searching for grassland. New research into the leopards' genetics - their mitogenome - has revealed that the descendants of these two groups are the ...
Libya: UN Envoy Decries Continued Political Stalemate in Libya
[UN News] The outgoing head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) urged leaders to end their stalemate and bring the country back on the path to peace and stability, in an exclusive interview with UN News.
Baobab Trees Had a Strange Evolutionary Journey
New research shows the “upside-down trees” originated in Madagascar and then caught a ride on ocean currents to reach mainland Africa and Australia.
Nigeria: 'Release Leah Sharibu' Campaign Mounts As She Turns 21 in Captivity
[Leadership] Leah Sharibu, the 14-year-old-girl kidnapped in Dapchi school in Yobe State is now 21-year-old but still under captivity.
East Africa: Kenya Says Efforts Underway to Restore Internet in East Africa Following Submarine Cable Cuts
[New Times] Kenya's telecommunications industry regulator said on Monday that efforts are underway to restore internet services that have been disrupted across East Africa.
Africa: The Race to Fix Africa's Poor Weather Forecasting
[DW] Most of Africa's 1.3 billion people have little advance knowledge of the weather. But on a continent often hit by extreme weather events, knowing the forecast could save lives.
Zimbabwe: Govt to Roll Out Mass Vaccinations in Hurungwe After Measles Killed 35 Children
[New Zimbabwe] The government has announced plans to roll out mass measles vaccinations in Hurungwe, Mashonaland West province after the disease killed 35 children recently.
Uganda: DP Urges Government to Address UK Sanctions Seriously
[Nile Post] The Democratic Party (DP) has urged the government to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the iron sheet controversy, which has resulted in the imposition of UK sanctions against Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, and two former ministers.
Nigeria: Senate Approves Tinubu's $500m World Bank Loan for Electricity Metres
[This Day] Abuja -- The Senate Wednesday approved a $500 million World Bank loan request by President Bola Tinubu to provide electricity metres for the citizens.
Kenya: TVET Impact Story - Nyandarua National Polytechnic
[Mastercard Foundation] Partner Spotlight - The Nyandarua National Polytechnic
Africa: UNAIDS Calls For the Protection of Human Rights on the International Day to End Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia
[UNAIDS] GENEVA -- Ahead of IDAHOBIT, commemorated worldwide on 17 May, UNAIDS is calling on governments everywhere to protect the human rights of LGBTQ+ people. Protecting the human rights of every person, UNAIDS research shows, is essential for protecting public health, because it enables ...
Nigeria: Tinubu Suspends Cybersecurity Levy
[Daily Trust] President Bola Tinubu has suspended the 0.5 per cent cybersecurity levy on electronic transactions in the country.
Judges to hear Semenya case before final ruling
Athlete Caster Semenya is challenging the ruling that she must take testosterone-reducing drugs to compete.
South Africa: Court Denies Bail for 5 Accused in AKA Murder Case
[allAfrica] The Durban Magistrate's Court has denied bail to the five men accused of murdering rapper Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and his friend, Tebello "Tibz" Motsoane, outside a Durban restaurant in February 2023, reports News24.
Liberia: Weah's Returning On the Ballot for Money
[New Dawn] Montserrado County Senator Abraham Darius Dillon notes here that a reappearance of former President George Weah on the ballot in 2029 will solely be to settle for huge cash and tell his supporters that he is a man of peace, rather than really wanting to become President again.
Nigeria: NPA Intensifies Use of Rail, Road, Water to Manage Export Surge
[Daily Trust] The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has adopted multimodal means of transportation encompassing the use of Rail, Road and Inland Water to move export cargoes to cope with the surge into Apapa terminal.
Stevie on the Wonder of becoming a Ghanaian citizen
After a decades-long love affair with Ghana, the US musical icon is granted citizenship.
South Africa: Xenophobic Narratives Surge Ahead of South Africa's Elections
[allAfrica] As South Africa's general elections on May 29th draw near, anti-immigrant rhetoric is intensifying across social media platforms, according to a new report from the Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC).
Ghana: Opposition Party Condemns Arrest of Its MP
[Ghanaian Times] The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has denied that the Member of Parliament (MP) for Asutifi South, Mr Collins Dauda, was involved in disturbances in the ongoing limited registration exercise.
Africa: Nick Cannon Set to Host 'Wild N Out' Show in Africa
[Accra Times] This latest information about the show comes after Nick Cannon visited Botswana on May 10, 2024, as part of his Forbes Under 30 Africa submission, during which he gave insights into his entrepreneurial accomplishments and career.
Kenya: Web Developer Khadija: A Nutritionist's Unexpected Journey | Jasiri Fund
[Mastercard Foundation] Program: Jasiri Fund Location: Kibera, Kenya
Mozambique: Child Soldiers Used in Raid On Cabo Delgado Town
[HRW] Johannesburg -- Islamist Armed Group Deploys Boys as Young as 13 in Attack on Macomia
South Africa: Engineer Overseeing Collapsed George Building Faced Disciplinary Probe
[allAfrica] Atholl Mitchell, the consulting engineer responsible for overseeing the construction of the apartment block in George that collapsed last week, was under investigation by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) at the time of the deadly incident, reports News24 .
Nigeria: Army Cracks Down On Rivers Residents 'Refining' Crude Oil in Their Homes
[Daily Trust] The 6 Division of the Nigeria Army on Wednesday discovered 5 reservoirs stocked with 45,000 liters of crude oil each in Odagwa Etche community, Etche local government area of Rivers State.
Tunisia: World Anti-Doping Agency Lifts Sanctions On Tunisian Sport
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis -- The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has decided to lift the sanctions imposed on Tunisian sport with immediate effect after confirming that the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has complied with international standards, the Ministry of Youth and Sports ...
Nigeria: Nigerian Lawmakers, Activists Divided Over Drug Abuse Penalties
[VOA] Abuja -- Human rights activists in Nigeria are criticizing a new bid put forward by Nigerian lawmakers to punish drug trafficking with the death penalty.
Swiss Court Convicts Ousman Sonko, Ex-Gambian Minister, of Crimes Against Humanity
Ousman Sonko, who served under an autocratic president now in exile, was found guilty of multiple counts of intentional homicide, torture and false imprisonment against citizens of the West African country.
Niger: U.S., Niger Delegation Meet to Discuss U.S. Forces Withdrawal
[VOA] Pentagon -- After nearly a two-week delay, U.S. and Nigerien officials are holding high-level follow-on meetings to coordinate the withdrawal of American troops from the country.
East Africa: Warning Sounds About Fake Breast Cancer Drug Reported in Kenya
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The COMESA Competition Commission has warned its member states against the sale of a false batch of cancer medicine identified as Herceptin 440 mg (Trastuzumab 440mg) reported to have penetrated the Kenyan market.
Kenya: Kimende Escarpment Declared Danger Zone Following Landslide
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Red Cross has declared the Kimende escarpment a danger zone following a landslide that struck the area on Tuesday night.
Kenya: Milking Cash from Pasture
[Mastercard Foundation] Sylvester Wazome is a trailblazing young pasture farmer from Wundanyi, Taita Taveta County, Kenya, who, through the Livestock Feed Commercialization Project, has become a role model to other young farmers in Mwakireru village.
Kenya: Connected from Dadaab: Khalif's Heartwarming Digital Story
[Mastercard Foundation] The Dadaab refugee complex, home to 218,873 refugees and asylum seekers, is not the obvious location for a story of digital entrepreneurship. Yet Khalif's journey, from being forced to flee Somalia at age 14 to forming the Dadaab Collective Freelancing Agency - a ...
Nigeria: 20 Projects, Policies Approved By Nigeria's FEC At Two-Day Meeting
[Premium Times] The Federal Executive Council also approved the award of contract for the building of bus terminals and other transport facilities in the Federal Capital, Abuja.
Kenya: Tuseme Clubs Impact Story
[Mastercard Foundation] What better way to invest in adolescent girls and young women to grow and effectively participate in their society than by giving them a voice?
The race to raise blood money to halt an execution
A Kenyan mother's desperate attempts to save her son who is on death row in Saudi Arabia.
Guinea: Victims of Unlawful Use of Force Still Waiting for Healthcare and Justice
[AI London] Guinea's authorities have repeatedly violated the human rights to peaceful assembly and freedom of expression since 2019, said Amnesty International in a new report documenting a sustained crackdown on protest that has left more than a hundred dead and hundreds more seriously ...
Africa: Gavi Launches Major Push To Reach 100M Children With Measles Vaccines
[GAVI] Amid an increase in global measles outbreaks and mortalities, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is working with governments, communities and partners to reach up to 100M children with Measles and Rubella Vaccines in 2024 through catch-up and follow-up campaigns. This represents 22 country ...
South Africa: Blow for Woodstock Social Housing Plans
[GroundUp] Tribunal overturns Heritage Western Cape's decision to allow development at the Earl Street site
Nigeria: Outrage As Korra Obidi Announces Hawaii Vacation After Receiving $50,000 GoFundMe Donations
[Premium Times] Korra launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise $100,000 to support her with legal fees for a child custody battle with her ex-husband, Justin Dean.
Why a 'world cruise' had to add more African stops
The world’s longest cruise has been forced to amend its route and is now calling at nine African ports.
Sudan: WFP Warns Window Is Closing to Prevent Famine in War-Torn Sudan
[VOA] United Nations -- The World Food Program warned Wednesday that the threat of famine is growing for 5 million Sudanese in parts of the country affected by war.
Africa: Record 75.9 Million Internally Displaced in 2023, UN Report Reveals
[UN News] The number of people living in internal displacement soared to a record 75.9 million last year, a new UN-backed report said on Tuesday.
Africa: Retaining U.S. Influence in Africa Requires Bridge-Building With China
[ISS] In a complex new multipolar world, a country's allies and friends will determine the global pecking order.
South Africa: New Documentary Series to Tell Nelson Mandela's Life Story, Narrated in his Voice
[allAfrica] The Nelson Mandela Foundation has authorized an unprecedented documentary series that will bring Nelson Mandela's extraordinary life story to screens through his own voice and writings.
Benin: Benin Gives Green Light for Niger's Oil Exports to China
[DW] Benin was blocking a pipeline exporting crude oil from Niger to China. Now the trade dispute appears to have been resolved with China's mediation.
Namibia: Govt Intensifies Drought-Counter Offensive
[New Era] The agriculture ministry will roll out drought mitigation measures from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025 in a bid to safeguard and alleviate the impact on the livelihoods of affected communities and farmers, information minister Emma Theofelus announced.
Kenya: Ruto's U.S. State Visit To Mark Major Milestone In U.S.-Kenya Relations
[Capital FM] Kenya's President William Ruto is set to become the sixth Head of State invited for a State Visit by U.S. President Joe Biden since he took office four years ago. U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman described the invitation as the "highest honor for a visiting Head of State," ...
Ethiopia: Japan Assists 100m Yen for Refugees, Host Community in Ethiopia
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- The government of Japan has provided 100 million yen assistance to improve the livelihoods of refugees and host communities in Ethiopia's Somali state.
Kenya: Employment Court Orders Counties to Engage Striking Clinicians
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) Wednesday ordered the Council of Governors (CoG) to continue scheduled talks with the Kenya Union of Clinical Nurses (KUCO) in efforts to end an ongoing strike.
Africa: Annual Meetings 2024 / Old Debt Resolution for African Countries - The Cornerstone of Reforming the Global Financial Architecture
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] When African Development Bank Group member states meet from 27 to 31 May in Nairobi, Kenya for the 2024 Annual Meetings, the question of African debt will be one of the key discussion points. The event's theme is: "Africa's Transformation, the African ...
White House Considers Easing Sanctions on Israeli Billionaire
A deal to allow the Israeli billionaire Dan Gertler to cash out his mining positions in the Democratic Republic of Congo has enraged human rights activists and some government officials.
Nigeria: US, France Deny Plans for Military Bases in Nigeria, Nigerian Government Confirms No Such Proposals
[Africa Check] US, France deny plans for military bases in Nigeria, Nigerian government confirms no such proposals
Uganda: Home Births On Decline in Uganda
[Nile Post] The traditional practice of home births in Uganda is experiencing a significant decline, as more women opt for institutional deliveries in hospitals and health centers.
Djibouti: Somali Parliament Speaker Meets With Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a significant diplomatic move, Somali Parliament Speaker Sheikh Aden Madobe met with Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh on May 16, 2024.
Africa: Over Two Billion People Will Vote This Year - LGBTQI+ People Must Not Be Excluded
[UNDP] Strengthening the laws and policies that respect the human rights of all
Zimbabwe: Govt Tightens Noose On Exchange Rate Violators
[New Zimbabwe] TREASURY has intensified its blitz against illegal exchange rate traders and has equipped the central bank's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) with more resources so it "remains more effective on the ground".
Zimbabwe: I Could Be Arrested for Talking to You - Sikhala Tells Delegates At Geneva Summit for Human Rights
[New Zimbabwe] FORMER Member of Parliament Job Sikhala, Wednesday revealed to the annual Geneva Summit, how discussing Zimbabwe's human rights situation could land him back in prison as per dictates of the country's Patriotic Act.
Africa: AU Ban On Gruesome Donkey Skin Trade Is a Game-Changer
[ISS] Donkeys are an important part of life across Africa - countries must now ensure the ban is implemented.
Ethiopia: Former Ethiopian Peacekeepers of Tigrayan Descent Previously Stationed in Abyei Region Caught Up in Sudan's Escalating Conflict
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Former Ethiopian peacekeepers of Tigrayan origin, who were stationed in the Abyei region bordering Sudan and South Sudan, are currently facing heightened security concerns amidst the escalating conflict in Sudan.
South Africa: Why the Concourt Is Not the Appropriate Body to Address Challenges to the NHI Act
[Daily Maverick] The Constitution does not and should not prevent the democratically elected government from passing laws merely because an economically powerful minority opposes it.
Liberia: Govt 'Flip-Flops' On Defense of Boakai's Use Of Private Jet
[New Dawn] President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is embroiled in controversy as accusations of violating Section 9.1 of the established code of conduct for public officials swirl here.
Algerian man found alive in cellar after 26 years
Officials have arrested a 61-year-old man suspected of keeping him prisoner.
Swiss court jails Gambia ex-minister for crimes against humanity
Ousman Sonko is convicted of crimes including killing and torture committed in The Gambia.
Zimbabwe: Mudenda Tells MPs Snubbing Parliament to 'Respect Taxpayers' Money'
[New Zimbabwe] PARLIAMENT Speaker Jacob Mudenda has issued a stern warning to legislators not turning up for the August House business telling them to "respect taxpayers money".
Senegal: Senegal's Sonko Welcomes Hard-Left Mélenchon in Symbolic Visit to Dakar
[RFI] French hard left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon is on a four-day visit to Senegal, where he became the first French political figure to be received by the new government under the leadership of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko.
South Africa: Rescue Efforts Enter Day 10 After Deadly Building Collapse in George
[allAfrica] The rescue and recovery operation continues since the tragic building collapse incident at 75 Victoria Street in George, Western Cape. According to George Municipality, rescue workers and other individuals involved have been tirelessly working at the site for 235 "gruelling" hours.
Zambia: Zambia Supreme Court Issues Crushing Judgment for Deaf Drivers
[SALC] On 16 May 2024, the Supreme Court of Zambia delivered a judgment in the appeal of Frankson Musukwa and Others v Road Transport and Safety Agency. The Court dismissed the appeal filed against the High Court's decision to dismiss an application challenging the denial of driving licences ...
Tunisia: Tunisia - Deepening Civil Society Crackdown
[HRW] Beirut -- Authorities Target Refugee and Migrant Rights Groups, Activists and Journalists
East Africa: Probe Against Former EAC Boss, Mathuki Starts
[Nile Post] The legal rules and privileges committee of the East African Legislative Assembly has started it's investigations into mismanagement of corruption and abuse of office by Kenya' Ambassador to Russia Dr. Peter Mathuki who previously served as Secretary to the East African community.
Nigeria: MSF Phases Out Activities in Benue Nigeria
[MSF] After six years of providing medical humanitarian assistance to internally displaced people in Benue state, Nigeria, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has taken the difficult decision to phase out our activities. By the end of June, basic healthcare and decentralised activities will ...
Kenya: Gachagua Defends Sh2.6bn Budget Allocation With Lion's Share On Office Refurbishment
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Office of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua now wants a whooping Sh2.6 billion in the 2024/2025 financial year with a huge chunk of the monies allocated to office refurbishment.
Ghana: Presidential Candidate Pledges To Uphold 'Traditional Values' Against Pro-LGBTQ Laws
[Accra Times] The presidential candidate of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has stated that he will not permit the activities of the LGBTQ+ community if he becomes president.
Tanzania: Canada Injects 38 Billion to Support 'Smart Agriculture' in Tanzania
[Daily News] Canada, through Global Affairs Canada, has injected a total of 20 million Canadian Dollars (approximately 38bn/-) to empower women and youth in the agriculture sector to combat the consequences of climate change in three regions.
Kenya: Meteorologists Issue Heavy Rain Forecast For Nairobi, Central Highlands
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain advisory in Central Highlands including Nairobi, Western Kenya and parts of Northwestern Kenya.
Uganda: Kenya, Uganda Sign Agreements to Enhance Bilateral Cooperation
[Independent (Kampala)] Nairobi -- Kenya and Uganda on Thursday signed a number of agreements to enhance bilateral cooperation.
Africa: LGBTQ+ Gains Thwarted By Enduring Discrimination and Violence
[RFI] Despite legal advancements and greater openness about sexual orientation, discrimination and violence against LGBTQ+ people is on the rise in places including Europe - while elsewhere in the world many countries still criminalise same-sex relationships.
Somalia: Somalia's Cabinet Discusses Defense Agreement With Kenya
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- In a recent weekly meeting chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister, Salah Jama, the cabinet of Somalia was briefed on the country's security updates by the Defence and Internal Security Ministers. Among the key points of discussion was the presentation of a draft defense ...
Nigeria: Eight Opposition Parties Meet in Kaduna, Strategise Ahead 2027
[Daily Trust] A summit convened in Kaduna by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) brought together eight opposition parties, aiming to bolster their structures and strategies ahead of the 2027 general election.
Kenya: Makka: A Women's Champion Igniting Empowerment in Tawfiq
[Mastercard Foundation] Program: Jasiri Fund Location: Garsen, Kenya
Nigeria: Illegal Money Changers Fueling Terrorism Funding - CISLAC
[Daily Trust] The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) and Transparency International in Nigeria (TI-Nigeria) have said that illegal money changers are responsible for the rising terrorism funding in the country.
Rwanda: Explainer - What Are the Requirements for Presidential Candidates?
[New Times] On Friday, May 17, the National Electoral Commission (NEC) will officially start receiving candidature submissions from individuals aspiring to contest for the presidency of the country in the elections scheduled for July 15.
Ghana: Soaring Price of Tomatoes Causes a Stir On Social Media
[Accra Times] Ranked 10th among 20 items with the highest inflation rates, fresh tomatoes have seen a substantial increase compared to the national inflation rate of 25%.
Why South Africa's health insurance is causing ructions
President Ramaphosa approves a law that seeks to provide universal health care for all - but not everyone is happy.
Uganda: Census Chaos in Amudat Threatens Accuracy
[Nile Post] The ongoing national census in Amudat District has been marred by multiple anomalies, raising concerns over the accuracy of the exercise.
Nigeria: Senate Suspends Move to Stop Electricity Tariff Hike
[Premium Times] The Senate suspended consideration of the report of its committee on power.
Zimbabwe: Ex-Con Tenderpreneur Chivayo Now Owns Exiled Police Boss Chihuri's U.S.$7m House
[New Zimbabwe] A US$7 million mansion in Harare now belongs to Wicknell Chivayo, a tenderpreneur and ex-convict. It used to belong to Augustine Chihuri, the Zimbabwean police chief who remained loyal to Robert Mugabe. The wealth of both has not been adequately explained.
Uganda: Parliament Passes Record Sh72.130 Trillion Uganda Budget
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Parliament on Thursday passed a Sh72.130 trillion national budget, up from an earlier proposed total of Sh58 trillion. This is a Sh20 trillion increment from the last financial year budget of Sh52 trillion.
The race to raise blood money to save a Kenyan man from execution
A mother's desperate attempts to save her son who is on death row in Saudi Arabia.
Kenya: The Race to Raise Blood Money to Halt an Execution
[Capital FM] A Kenyan mother, who has led a long and desperate campaign to save her son from execution in Saudi Arabia, was weak with relief when he was granted a temporary reprieve this week.
Ghana: Guinness World Records - One-Year-Old Is World's Youngest Male Artist
[Premium Times] The previous record holder was Dante Lamb, an American, who earned the title at age three in 2003.
What did ICJ ruling mean in South Africa's genocide case against Israel?
The ICJ ruling has come under intense scrutiny, centring on the word "plausible". What did the court mean?
Scientists may have solved mystery of Egyptian pyramids' construction
Scientists say the ancient wonders are likely to have been built along a now-dried up branch of the River Nile.
Nigeria: Housewife Sentenced to Community Service for Admitting Adultery
[Daily Trust] A woman, Adenike Aliyu, has been sentenced to three weeks community service by an area court in Ilorin, Kwara State, for admitting that she committed adultery.
Sudan: People Abandoned During Violence, Humanitarian Void in Central Darfur
[MSF] As the fighting in Sudan between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) began in April 2023, the displaced people of Al-Hasahisa camp, in Zalingei, capital of Central Darfur state, found themselves caught in between the crossfire.
South Sudan: South Sudan, Rebel Groups Sign Peace Deal
[New Times] South Sudan's Transitional Government of National Unity and opposition groups signed a pact on Thursday to enhance efforts toward lasting peace and stability in the country, Xinhua reports.
Senegal: Senegal's PM Sonko Questions Future of French Military Presence in Dakar
[RFI] Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has raised the possibility of closing French military bases in the West African country in a wide-ranging speech that also touched on the euro-backed CFA franc currency, oil and gas deals and LGBTQ+ rights.
Worshippers locked in Nigeria mosque and set on fire
A suspected arsonist sprays a mosque with petrol and sets it on fire over a family dispute, police say.
Nigeria: Tinubu Hosts Senegalese President, Faye
[This Day] Abuja -- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, yesterday, hosted the new Senegalese President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, and called for an alignment of purpose and structure in West Africa to effectively address the challenges confronting the region.
Africa: Tobacco Harm Reduction Approach - Africa shouldn't be left behind
[allAfrica] Allafrica had the privilege of speaking with Bahman Safakish, Managing Director of the Pan African Region for Philip Morris International, to discuss tobacco harm reduction strategies in Africa.
Africa: Igniting the Potential of Adolescent Girls in Pursuit of the Africa We Want
[UNFPA] For over 30 years, I have traveled extensively across the diverse landscapes of East and Southern Africa, the region closest to my heart, and experiencing the stunning cultures, varied economies, and breathtaking geography of the region, and meeting our young people brimming with potential.
South Africa seeks halt to Israel's Gaza offensive
It says Israel must be forced to stop its operation in Rafah, in a fresh bid to the UN's top court.
Malawi: WFP Welcomes UK Govt's £3 Million Contribution Towards Malawi's El Niño Appeal
[WFP] Lilongwe -- The World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a generous contribution of £3 million (USD 3.7 million) from the United Kingdom to the El Niño response appeal in Malawi. This critical support promptly addresses the urgent and escalating El Nino drought-induced humanitarian needs.
Uganda: Analysts - Uganda Faces Uphill Task to Ensure Free and Fair 2026 Polls
[Nile Post] As Uganda gears up for the 2026 elections, concerns loom large over the prospect of a truly free and fair democratic process.
Ghana: Govt Funding for Vaccine to Increase From 49 Percent to 66 Percent - Dr Okoe-Boye
[GhanaToday] The Government Representative at the Ministry of Health, Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye, has disclosed that the government estimated funding for vaccines will increase from 49% to 66%.
Sudan: Bombs Leave Zalingei Desolate, Displaced Without Aid
[MSF] Doctors Without Borders (MSF) teams are providing medical care at the Zalingei Teaching Hospital in Sudan, and supporting the Ministry of Health with rehabilitation, training, and incentives for their staff. In April, MSF teams re-opened the emergency, maternity, inpatient therapeutic ...
South Africa: Deadly George Building Collapse - Rescue Operation Ends
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- The George building rescue operation is concluded, Western Cape officials announced today.
Africa: African Development Bank Group to Launch 2024 African Economic Outlook
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] What: Launch of 2024 African Economic Outlook report
Zimbabwe: Rising Temperatures Drive Human-Wildlife Conflict in Zimbabwe
[IPS] Bulawayo, Zimbabwe -- Rising temperatures are being blamed for an increase in human-wildlife conflicts in Zimbabwe as animals such as snakes leave their natural habitat earlier than usual.
South Africa: New Police Station Finally Opens in Khayelitsha, Ending a Nearly 20-Year Wait
[GroundUp] Construction of a permanent station in Makhaza will start next year, says Bheki Cele
Nigeria: Convicted Notorious Kidnapper, Evans, Opts for Plea Bargain in Another Trial
[Premium Times] Evans has been previously sentenced to life imprisonment for kidnapping.
Nigeria: Amid Nigeria's Underproduction, Dangote Refinery Orders 24m Barrels of U.S. Crude Oil - Report
[This Day] Nigeria's new Dangote mega refinery near Lagos is seeking to buy millions of barrels of US crude over the next year as it ramps up processing rates, a sign of the challenges that Africa's largest producer faces in lifting its own oil output.
Nigeria: Mosque Set On Fire During Morning Prayer
[Daily Trust] The death toll from the arson purportedly committed in Kano by an aggrieved youth, 38-year-old Shafiu Abubakar, has risen to 10, while 14 patients have continued to struggle for survival in the hospital.
Man from Ghana told he is not British after 42 years in UK
Nelson Shardey now faces a 10-year wait for "settlement" and a bill running into thousands of pounds.
South Africa: Israel to Respond to Rafah Genocide Charges At International Court of Justice
[DW] South Africa has filed an urgent request to the UN's top court for provisional measures, including ordering a cease-fire in Gaza. This is the third hearing on the war between Israel and the Hamas militant Islamist group.
Somalia: Somalia and Kenya Draft Historic Defence Agreement
[Radio Dalsan] The Somali Cabinet convened a high-level meeting to review a draft defence agreement between Somalia and its neighbouring country, Kenya.
Kenya: Safaricom Restores Internet Services After Undersea Fibre Cut
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Safaricom has restored its Internet services to full network capacity and stability following last Sunday's undersea fibre cable cut that affected and disrupted the services.
DR Congo army says it has thwarted attempted coup
At least three people were killed in the attack in the capital Kinshasa.
Nigeria: Nigerian Military Kills 227 Terrorists, Apprehends 529 Others
[Premium Times] DHQ also said the troops rescued 253 kidnapped victims in one week.
Bekele & Kipchoge - will Paris 2024 be final showdown?
Kenenisa Bekele will face fellow all-time great Eliud Kipchoge at the Olympics, 21 years on from their first meeting in a final.
South Africa: Ramaphosa Ponders Giving Private Sector More Say in NHI Roll-Out - Presidency Spokesperson
[Daily Maverick] President Cyril Ramaphosa had 'noted the concerns expressed by some business leaders about his signing into law of the NHI Bill', and was considering how to give the private sector greater input into its implementation, according to his spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya.
Zuma takes election battle cry to ANC’s heartland
Ex-President Jacob holds a rally in the historic township of Soweto as he returns to the political front line.
Ndou 'shares Mandela's dream' in fight for SA office
Former boxing world champion Lovemore Ndou compares himself to Nelson Mandela before he runs for election in South Africa.
Singer Libianca on the pressure to take sides in Cameroon war
The star of viral hit People talks to the BBC about getting death threats for waving a Cameroonian flag.
Zimbabwe: War Vets League Empowers Former Freedom Fighters
[The Herald] The Zanu PF War Veterans' League has registered a war veterans' family wealth trust, a vehicle for the empowerment of the former freedom fighters.
Lesotho: Letsoela Sued for M2 Million
[Lesotho Times] LESOTHO Defence Force (LDF) Commander, Lieutenant General Mojalefa Letsoela, faces more than M2 million worth of lawsuits from two men who claim to have been tortured by the army separately in 2022 and 2023.
West Africa: Worshippers Locked in Nigeria Mosque and Set On Fire
[Nile Post] BBC | At least 11 worshippers have been killed and dozens others injured after a man attacked a mosque in Nigeria's northern Kano state, police say.
Angola: Angola Journalist William Tonet's Home Invaded By Gunman As Defamation Case Continues
[CPJ] New York -- Angolan authorities should credibly investigate a break-in at the home of prominent journalist William Tonet and drop the criminal defamation charges he faces, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Friday.
Kenya: Kenya Confirms Haiti Deployment On Course As President Ruto Heads to the U.S.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenyan government has confirmed plans to deploy police officers to Haiti despite a petition filed in court against the move.
Somalia: Strengthening Bilateral Ties - PM Hamza Meets Kuwaiti Counterpart At Arab League Summit
[Shabelle] Manama -- In a significant diplomatic move, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre of Somalia met with his Kuwaiti counterpart, Ahmad Abdullah al-Ahmad al-Sabah, on the sidelines of the 33rd session of the Arab League summit in Bahrain.
Zimbabwe: 13 New Suspected Typhoid Cases Reported in Zimbabwe
[263Chat] The Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC) has alerted the public to the emergence of 13 new suspected typhoid cases in Zimbabwe.
Sudan: Eastern Sudan - Beja Working On Tribal Reconciliation, Militarisation Continues
[Dabanga] Port Sudan -- Beja leaders in eastern Sudan met with Lt Gen Abdelfattah El Burhan this week to discuss their initiative to reach peace between the various communities in the region. Battles between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support forces (RSF) in western ...
Zimbabwe: Pharmacies Take Govt Heed On ZiG Acceptance
[The Herald] MAJOR pharmacies operating in Harare's central business district have taken heed of Government's calls to accept the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency and trade using the prevailing official rate.
Ghana: President Akufo-Addo's Convoy Involved in Fatal Accident On Accra-Kumasi Highway
[Ghana Presidency] On Sunday, 19th May 2024, several vehicles belonging to the President's convoy were involved in a fatal accident along the Bunso-Akyem Asafo stretch of the Accra-Kumasi Highway.
Rwanda: Human Rights Watch Researcher Barred
[HRW] New York -- Denial of Entry Reflects Intolerance for Rights Monitoring
North Africa: Scientists May Have Solved Mystery Behind Egypt's Pyramids
[Nile Post] BBC | Scientists believe they may have solved the mystery of how 31 pyramids, including the world-famous Giza complex, were built in Egypt more than 4,000 years ago.
Liberia: NPP Announces Move to Break Away From CDC, Vows to Re-Strategize to Win Future Presidential Elections
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Top officials of the National Patriotic Party (NPP), a constituent member of the Coalition for Democratic Change, have hinted they are ending their political marriage with the coalition and have no plan to renew.
Kenya: Susan Gichobi's Triumph Through Adversity with Ajira Digital
[Mastercard Foundation] Program: Ajira Digital Program Location: Kirinyaga, Kenya
Rwanda: Ruto Orders Ktda Management Fee Cut Amid Legal Disputes
[Business Day Africa] President William Ruto has issued a directive to the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) to slash its management fee, reigniting a contentious debate in the wake of an ongoing legal dispute.
Morocco: GITEX AFRICA 2024 - Powers Cross Continental Quest for an AI Future
[Gitex Africa Morocco] 70 percent surge in year-on-year growth at Africa's largest tech and start-up show in Morocco supercharges the epic African race to define its own digital dynasty
Nigeria: No, Nigerian Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu Has Not Increased Minimum Wage for Lagos State Workers to N70,000
[Africa Check] No, Nigerian governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has not increased minimum wage for Lagos state workers to N70,000
Nigeria: 2 Years After, 100 New Air Traffic Controllers Redundant
[Daily Trust] 'NCAT lacks capacity to train us' Aviation college silent It takes time to train cadets - NAMA
Kenya: Heavy Taxation Not a Solution to Kenya's Debt Problem - Tax Experts
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Tax and exchange control experts have called on the government to employ innovative revenue generation strategies as it seeks to settle the ballooning debt to avoid overburdening Kenyans and driving away investors.
Chad: Chad's Constitutional Council to Finalize Election Results Despite Petitions for Annulment
[VOA] Yaounde, Cameroon -- Chad's constitutional council was expected on Thursday to declare final results of the May 6 presidential election and name transitional president General Mahamat Idriss Deby as the winner. This despite calls for annulment of the polls due to what the opposition says ...
Nigeria: Burna Boy Declares Self Godfather of Nigerian Music
[Daily Trust] Superstar singer and Grammy Award winner, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu aka Burna Boy, has declared himself the godfather of Nigerian music industry
Congolese Army Says It Foiled a Coup Involving Americans
The U.S. ambassador said she was “very concerned” that Americans may have participated in what officials of the Democratic Republic of Congo called a failed coup attempt early Sunday.
Zambia: United States and Zambia Sign Partnership to Prevent Trafficking in Persons
[State Department] Today, U.S. Embassy Zambia's Chargé d'Affaires Linnisa Wahid and Minister of Home Affairs the Honorable Jack Mwiimbu signed the U.S.-Zambia Partnership to Prevent Trafficking in Persons (P2P), a new multi-year initiative to combat trafficking in persons in Zambia. ...
South African photographer wins top prize
Lebohang Kganye has won the Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize for her exhibition Haufi nyana? I've come to take you home
Ethiopia: Govt Intensifying Efforts to Expand Solar Water Pump for Irrigation Development
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The government of Ethiopia has been exerting efforts to expand solar water pumps for irrigation development in an effort to raise the productivity and incomes of smallholder farmers in the country, according to Ministry of Water and Energy.
Congo-Kinshasa: Residents Worry As DRC Rebels Frantically Exploit Coltan Mine
[VOA] Goma, DR Congo -- Reputed to be the coltan capital of the world, the mining town of Rubaya, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, has fallen into the hands of rebels. The fall of Rubaya is causing a stir among local residents who fear M23 will use profits from the coltan mines ...
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Spokesman Ngelale Special Presidential Envoy On Climate Action
[Leadership] In a strategic move to ensure the advancement of his administration's climate and green economic initiatives, President Bola Tinubu has appointed his spokesman, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, as the Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action.
Egypt: Egypt Following Iran's President Helicopter Accident With Great Concern - Foreign Ministry
[Egypt Online] The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Sunday that Egypt was following -- with great concern -- the circulating news over the helicopter accident carrying Irani President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.
Africa: Mapping Malaria in Africa - Climate Change Study Predicts Where Mosquitoes Will Breed in Future
[The Conversation Africa] The relationship between climate and malaria transmission is complex and has been the subject of intense study for some three decades.
Ethiopia: Norway Pledges Continued Support for Ethiopia's Green Development Efforts
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Norway has announced that it will continue its assistance for the government of Ethiopia's efforts to fight climate change through green development.
Nigeria: Emirates Announces Flight Resumption in Nigeria
[Premium Times] Emirates says the resumption of daily flights will further bolster trade by Nigerian and Emirati businesses.
Ghana: Speaker Swears in New Ejisu MP
[Accra Times] The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has sworn in newly-elected Ejisu MP, Kwabena Boateng during an emergency parliamentary session on Friday.
South Africa: South Africa Election 2024 - What's At Stake?
[DW] The ruling ANC is projected to lose its majority in the May 29 elections. For many voters, the polls offer another shot at restoring hope in South Africa's democracy.
Ethiopia: PM Abiy Says Ethiopia's Achievement in Agricultural Sector Being Replicated in Industry
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said the gains Ethiopia has made in the agricultural sector are now being replicated in the industrial sector.
Niger: Final Date for U.S. Troop Pullout From Niger Set for September 15 - Statement
[RFI] The US troop withdrawal from Niger, at the demand of the West African nation's military rulers, has begun and will be over by September 15 "at the latest", a joint statement said Sunday.
Sudan: UN's Rights Chief Says Horrified By Sudan Escalation As Famine Draws Nearer
[UN News] The UN's top human rights official has personally intervened to try to stop spiralling violence in Sudan that's having a terrifying impact on millions of civilians, who humanitarians say are "staring famine in the face".
Ghana: National Roaming Policy to Boost Mobile Coverage Across - Communication Minister
[GhanaToday] The government is implementing a National Roaming Policy that will allow network operators to leverage each other's infrastructure.
Nigeria: No, Viral Photos Don't Show the True State of Nigerian School in 2024
[Africa Check] No, viral photos don't show the true state of Nigerian school in 2024
Congo-Kinshasa: Democratic Republic of Congo - Army Says Coup Foiled
[DW] DRC armed forces say they have thwarted an attempted coup involving Congolese and foreign fighters. A shootout was previously reported in the capital, Kinshasa.
Ethiopia: Nation Earns Over 2.5 Billion USD From Export Trade in Nine Months
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- The Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration disclosed that the country has obtained more than 2.5 billion USD in the past nine months of the Ethiopian Fiscal Year.
US troops to leave Niger by mid-September
The US says its soldiers will be out by 15 September, after the junta-led government asked them to leave.
West Africa: Sahel a State of Insecurity and a Multitude of Actors
[Centre 4s] Fifth edition of the Sahel Sahara Dialogue regional conference, Friedrich EBERT Stiftung.
Ethiopia: PM Abiy Inaugurates Boarding School Built for Visually Impaired Persons
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has today inaugurated 'Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubark' boarding school built in Addis Ababa by the Office of the First Lady for visually impaired persons.
Nigeria: Over 4,000 Nigerians Schooling in Germany - Envoy
[Daily Trust] The German Ambassador to Nigeria, Mrs Annett Gunther, says there are no less than four thousand Nigerians schooling and working in Germany.
Egypt: 3.5m Egyptians Obtain Medical Services From Civil Society - Social Solidarity Minister
[Egypt Online] Minister of Social Solidarity Nevine al-Qabbaj stated Sunday that 3.5 million citizens obtain medical services from healthcare facilities owned and run by the civil society.
Nigeria: NDLEA Declares Indian-Based Nigerian Couple Wanted for Drug Trafficking
[Daily Trust] The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared wanted, a couple, Kazeem Omogoriola Owoalade (alias Abdul Qassim Adisa Balogun) and Rashidat Ayinke Owoalade (alias Bolarinwa Rashidat Ayinke), who run a cocaine cartel from India.
Ghana: President Akufo-Addo's Convoy Involved in Fatal Accident - One Dead, Several Injured
[GhanaToday] On Sunday, 19th May 2024, several vehicles of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's convoy were involved in a fatal accident along the Bunso-Akyem Asafo stretch of the Accra-Kumasi Highway.
Africa: Why Europe Is Banking On Africa for Its Big-Ticket Investments
[RFI] The European Union is investing heavily in Africa - pouring half of its global mega budget of €300 billion into projects on the continent. Renewable energy, internet access, transport, vaccines and education are several sectors benefiting from private and public EU funds - an effort ...
South Africa: Truckloads of Hope Arrive in KZN As 40 Rhinos Are Dropped Off At Munywana Conservancy
[Daily Maverick] A convoy of trucks carrying 40 'semi-wild' rhinos has rolled into KwaZulu-Natal, delivering a welcome ray of hope to a province under brutal siege by horn poachers.
Zimbabwe: UK Based Pro-Democacy Activists to Picket Embassy Over Threats On Job Sikhala After Geneva Summit 'Rants'
[New Zimbabwe] UNITED Kingdom-based pro-democracy activists are planning to stage a peaceful demonstration outside the Zimbabwean embassy to register concern over continued threats on political activists back home.
Liberia: A Journey to 2029 Presidency?
[New Dawn] Seasoned Bomi County Senator Edwin Melvin Snowe, Jr., is making a strategy twist in his political sojourn here. He announced his return to the grassroots National Patriotic Party (NPP) earlier than expected in what pundits say is positioning early eyes on the Presidency for 2029.
Mozambique: Government Asks for Lethal Equipment to Fight Terrorists
[AIM] Maputo -- The Mozambican government has asked the European Union (EU) for lethal equipment to fight Islamist terrorists in the northern Mozambican province of Cabo Delgado.
Ghana: Chief Justice Demands Response From Kissi Agyebeng On Misconduct Allegations
[Accra Times] Other allegations by the petitioner against Agyabeng include violations of citizens' rights through arrests and detentions, violations of the right to information, and improper appointments of personnel to the office.
South Africa: South African Communities Vs Shell - High Court Victories Show That Cultural Beliefs and Practices Count in Climate Cases
[The Conversation Africa] When the Shell petroleum company announced in 2021 that it wanted to explore for fossil fuels off South Africa's pristine Wild Coast, Indigenous communities in the area immediately fought back through the country's courts.
Mozambique: Gaza and Inhambane Ghosts Will Have 7 Seats in Parliament
[Mozambique News Reports And Clippings] Ghosts can register and vote without being seen and Gaza ghosts will have 6 seats in parliament and Inhambane ghosts 1 seat. But candidates for parliament must be real people who can be seen, so these 7 seats will be filled by real Frelimo members ...
Senegal: Senegal Launches Africa Integrated Climate Risk Management Programme to support smallholder farmers.
[IFAD] The Government of Senegal, in partnership with several international organizations including the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), officially launched the Africa Integrated Climate Risk Management Programme (AIRCM) today. The programme aims to strengthen the ...
Congo-Kinshasa: Rwanda's Role in Eastern DRC Conflict - Why International Law Is Failing to End the Fighting
[The Conversation Africa] The power of international law lies in its potential to offer alternatives to force and violence. The ideal is that states submit their grievances to a court rather than duke them out on a battlefield, or carry them out against civilians.
Malawi: Chakwera Launches Malawi Red Cross 2024 Flag Week, Donates K2m
[Nyasa Times] President Lazarus Chakwera, who is also Patron of the Malawi Red Cross Society (MRCS), has today inaugurated the MRCS 2024 flag week with a donation of K2 Million.
Zimbabwe: Miss Universe Zimbabwe Crowned After Outsmarting 17 Others During Glitz and Glam Pageant
[New Zimbabwe] SAKHILE Dube, a model from Bulawayo, is now the new Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2024 after beating 17 other contenders taking the crown from the 2023 Miss Universe, Brooke Bruk at Hippodrome, Harare on Saturday.
Egypt: PM Emphasizes Close Saudi-Egyptian Ties, Keenness On Cooperation Boost
[Egypt Online] Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli has reaffirmed strong ties between Egypt and Saudi Arabia, particularly at the level of political leadership.
Uganda: High-Water Levels in Lake Victoria May Also Affect White Nile in Sudan
[Dabanga] Kampala -- Uganda has warned of an alarming increase in the water level of Lake Victoria. Ugandan Minister of Water and Environment Sam Cheptoris told reporters earlier this week that the water level of Lake Victoria has risen to its highest level. This may lead to floods in South ...
Israel accuses South Africa of false claims at ICJ
Israel's lawyers push back against South Africa, which is trying to get its Rafah offensive stopped.
Uganda: Once Beaten, Twice Evicted - LGBTQ+ Ugandans Flee for Safety
[Thomson Reuters Foundation] What's the context? One year into draconian anti-gay law, LGBTQ+ Ugandans face record evictions - even shelters aren't safe
Kenya: Bekele & Kipchoge - Will Paris 2024 Be Final Showdown?
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- One of the great athletics rivalries of all time will be renewed at Paris 2024 after Kenenisa Bekele was named in Ethiopia's marathon squad.
Lesotho: Minister Cries in Court
[Lesotho Times] MINISTER of Labour and Employment, Tšeliso Mokhosi, broke into tears while testifying in court this week in the murder case of four police officers accused of the March 2016 murder of their colleague, Police Constable (PC) Mokalekale Khetheng.
Throwing cash in the air - Nigeria's wedding dilemma
Spraying money - flinging cash at the happy couple - is a highlight of many ceremonies but is illegal.
Sudan: Sudan War - Vital Lifeline Returns to North Kordofan Capital
[Dabanga] El Obeid -- Community leaders of El Obeid, capital of North Kordofan, earlier this week reached an agreement with commanders of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the area to reopen the road linking El Obeid with Tandalti in White Nile state. The North Kordofan capital, besieged by the ...
When a Tale of Migration Is Not Just Fiction
When the director and crew of “Io Capitano” toured Senegal with their acclaimed movie, audiences responded with their life stories.
Liberia: On Second Thought - Global Hack to Affect Rice Prices in Liberia
[New Dawn] The continual surge in food prices on the global market, particularly rice, Liberia's staple, is expected to cause an upward increase in the commodity's price locally.
Nigeria: EFCC Hands Over $22,000 Recovered From Convicted Internet Fraudster to FBI
[Premium Times] The EFCC announced this in a statement issued on Saturday, noting that the sum was recovered from Hakeem Olanrewaju, a convicted internet fraudster.
Nigeria: Low Purchasing Power - Nigerians Go for Swapping As Prices of Mobile Phones Rise
[Vanguard] Nigerians no longer worry over what the state of the nation will look like tomorrow. Everyone is now focused on how to survive in the failing economy.
Congo-Kinshasa: DRC Army Says It Stopped Attempted Coup Involving American Citizens
[This Day] The leader of an attempted coup yesterday in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been killed and some 50 people, including three American citizens arrested, a spokesman for the Central African country's army told Reuters.
South Africa: Doja Cat Calls her Father Dumisani Dlamini a 'Deadbeat'
[Fame Frenzy] For those who wanted to know how Zandile Dlamini's, AKA Doja Cat, reconciliation is going with her actor dad Dumisani Dlamini, now you know.
Nigeria: Health Insurance - Minister Condemns Announcement of New Hmo for Civil Servants
[Premium Times] The ministry's permanent secretary, Ibrahim Kana, said President Bola Tinubu approved the creation of a new HMO.
Mass wedding for Nigeria orphans sparks outcry
Nigeria's women's minister says she has filed a court order to stop the ceremony planned for next week.
South Africa's long job queue overshadows election
The country has the world's highest unemployment, leaving many cynical about this month's election.
African Champions League final first leg ends goalless
Esperance and Egypt's Al Ahly draw 0-0 in the first leg of the African Champions League final in Tunisia.
South Africa: 'Unemployed and Unemployable' - DJ Zinhle Explains Comments After Backlash
[Fame Frenzy] South African media personality and businesswoman DJ Zinhle has ruffled feathers with a comment about unemployment in a radio clip that has since gone viral.
Zimbabwe: Family in Harare's Affluent Suburb Loses U.S.$9,5k Cash to Armed Robbers
[New Zimbabwe] A FAMILY from Harare's plush suburb of The Grange is counting its loss after armed robbers stormed and grabbed US$9,500 and three cellphones.
Zimbabwe: Woman Kills Aunt in Row Over Electricity Usage
[New Zimbabwe] A DISPUTE over how to utilise electricity turned deadly after Nella Kundai (27) fatally stabbed her aunt, Dorothy Matongo (41), three times on her chest with a knife.
Nigeria: Flashback - Remembering Late Sam Loco, His Music Career
[Premium Times] Beyond his celebrated acting career, Sam Loco was a man of many talents.
Nigeria: One Dead, Others Injured in Boundary Dispute Between Ekiti, Kwara Communities
[Premium Times] Ekiti State Deputy Surveyor -General Rufus Gbadura said the land under dispute bore the pillars that demarcated the boundary between the Western region and the Northern province, which further attested to the fact that it belonged to Ekiti State.
Nigeria: The Illegality of Marrying Off 100 Orphaned Girls in Niger
[Premium Times] Their present predicament is no fault of theirs but stems from a gross leadership failure of the Nigerian state.
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Lead Developer for Nigeria's Green Industrial Zone
[Premium Times] The president also approved the establishment of the Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen.
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Rescues 386 Civilians From Sambisa Forest 10 Years After Abduction
[Premium Times] Some of those rescued said they were in captivity in Sambisa Forest for 10 years.
Kenya: President Ruto Embarks On Historic State Visit to the United States
[Capital FM] President William Ruto has departed for a three-day state visit to the United States.
Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Committee to Oversee Nigeria's Climate Policies
[Premium Times] President Tinubu also gives spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale another appointment.
Nigeria: Peter Obi Visits Victims of Kano Mosque Attack
[Vanguard] Kano -- The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi on Sunday visited victims of arson at a mosque in Gadan village, Gezawa Local Government area of Kano state.
Ghana: Eastern Region - Presidential Convoy Involved in Accident, One Reported Dead
[Accra Times] President Akufo-Addo was not in the convoy when the accident happened, sources close to the president said.
Liberia: ArcelorMittal-Liberia Responds to Inaccurate Claims in the Observer Newspaper
[New Republic] ArcelorMittal-Liberia (AML) strongly refutes the claims made in The Observer's newspaper's article dated May 16, 2024, under the headline "Boakai Demands Clarity, Equity in Multiuser Railway Projects." The article misrepresents AML's stance and ongoing efforts regarding the ...
Namibia: Namibia's First Presidential Debate a Win for Democracy
[Namibian] Public debates between presidential candidates are often regarded as a benchmark of competitive and open elections.