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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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: 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 ...

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.

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.

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: 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.

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

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.

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.

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 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: Flashback - Remembering Late Sam Loco, His Music Career

[Premium Times] Beyond his celebrated acting career, Sam Loco was a man of many talents.

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.

Ghana: 3 in Trouble for Allegedly Stealing Money Belonging to Medical Officer

[Ghanaian Times] The Accra Circuit Court has remanded in police custody a 23-year-old unemployed man, who allegedly stole money belonging to a medical officer at the Police Hospital in Accra.

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.

Congo-Kinshasa: DRC Army Says It Foiled Attempted Coup Involving U.S. Citizens

[RFI] The Democratic Republic of Congo's military said it has killed the leader of an attempted coup, thwarting a plot that involved some 50 people - both foreigners and Congolese.

Nigeria: Six Members of CAN Women Wing Die in Taraba Road Accident

[Premium Times] The women were returning home from a conference of the Women Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (WOWICAN)

Nigeria: Govt Plans New Policy Guidelines On Organ Transplant

[This Day] Abuja -- In a bid to address growing cases of unethical practices in organ donation and transplantation in the country, federal government has said it will soon launch new national guidelines to regulate operators in the sector.

Nigeria: Group Builds Shelter for Nigerians Deported From UK

[Premium Times] Some Nigerians deported from the UK end up homeless on their return home.

Nigeria: Restrictions On Nigerian, Other African Countries' Imports Affecting Businesses - IMF

[Daily Trust] The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said restrictions placed on imports in Nigeria and other African countries are bringing challenges to business operations.

Rwanda: Mashariki Synergy - How a Partnership Between a Rwandan and Kenyan Doctor Birthed an Eye Hospital

[New Times] Over the years, the Government of Rwanda has been promoting a public-private partnership healthcare model, which allows players in the private sector to make their contribution towards developing the country's health sector.

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.

Nigeria: Crown Takaful Insurance Will Guarantee Full Protection for Uninsured Nigerians - CEO

[Daily Trust] Takaful insurance is a new model in Nigeria that is gradually penetrating the risk underwriting market with futuristic products and services as the promoters remain innovative in their brand development strategies. In this interview with a select media team, the Managing ...

Nigeria: 7 Nigerian Firms Among Top 20 Fastest Growing

[Daily Trust] A report by the British Media Company, Financial Times, has ranked seven companies in Nigeria among the top 20 fastest growing companies for the year 2024 in Africa.

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.

Nigeria: Govt Urges States to Provide Land, Begins Nationwide Groundbreaking

[This Day] Abuja -- The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, yesterday said he was set to commence the nationwide official groundbreaking for the phase 1 of the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates project, beginning with 1,250 housing units in four states in Northern Nigeria.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

South Africa’s Highest Court Says Jacob Zuma Can’t Run in Election

The political comeback of Mr. Zuma, the former president and onetime leader of the African National Congress, has presented a test for the country’s fledgling democracy.

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.

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 ...

Nigeria: Tinubu Appoints Committee to Oversee Nigeria's Climate Policies

[Premium Times] President Tinubu also gives spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale another appointment.

Nigeria: Malnutrition - Unicef Trains Gombe Mothers On Complementary Infant Feeding

[Daily Trust] The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) said it has trained nursing mothers on complementary feeding projects in Gombe State, aimed at reducing malnutrition among infants and improving child survival.

Nigeria: Crisis - Normalcy Returns As Police, Soldiers Take Over Bannex Market in Abuja

[Daily Trust] Normalcy has returned to Bannex market in Wuse District of Abuja after a clash involving soldiers and traders at the market on Saturday.

Rwanda: Tougher Penalties Await Errant Miners in Proposed Mining Bill

[New Times] The Government of Rwanda seeks to propose tougher penalties under a new draft law on mining and quarry operations to deter offences that include illegal mining and mineral trading. For the last six years, mining and quarry activities were governed by a related law of 2018.

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.

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.

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: 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.

Zimbabwe: Social Support Payouts Reshaping Lives in Zimbabwe's Vulnerable Communities

[New Zimbabwe] MARGARET Moyo, a 70-year-old from Mangwe, Matabeleland South Province, was facing devastation after roaming animals destroyed her crops early this year.

Zimbabwe: 'Poor Salaries Can't Cover Housing, Transport, Food' - - Lament Tax Collector Zimra Workers

[New Zimbabwe] HARD pressed Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) employees, some of them manning the country's borders where they are exposed to bribes, have declared incapacitation citing their low salaries.

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's Parliament Moots Policy Reform to Commercialise Services At Public Hospitals

[New Zimbabwe] PARLIAMENTARIANS have vowed to advocate for legislative and policy adjustments that would permit the commercialisation of services at Zimbabwe's public hospitals.

Nigeria: 10 Years After, National Assembly Fails to Provide ID Cards to Journalists

[Leadership] National Assembly (NASS) has been unable to produce identity cards (ID) for journalists covering the parliament, LEADERSHIP.

Nigeria: Army Holds Peace Summit to Foster Harmony Between Farmers, Herders

[Daily Trust] Operation Safe Haven, a multi-security task force dedicated to maintaining peace in Plateau and parts of Bauchi and Kaduna states, weekend organised a peace summit for farmers and herders in the Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna.

Nigeria: Renewed Hope Has Turned to Hopelessness, Prof. Yusuf Tackles Tinubu's Govt

[Vanguard] A member of the Northern Elders Forum, NEF, Prof Usman Yusuf said the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu has turned to hopelessness.

Uganda: MultiChoice Signs MOU With Govt to Digitalise, Enhance Local Content

[Observer] The government through the ministry of ICT and National Guidance have signed a new cooperation agreement with MultiChoice Africa Holdings B.V (MAH) geared towards establishing stronger partnerships, digitalisation, enhancing the local content sector in Uganda, intellectual property ...

Nigeria: Central Bank Withdraws Circular On 0.5% Cybersecurity Levy

[Premium Times] The CBN stated that the previous directive had been withdrawn.

Nigeria: 198 Army Officers Sat for Captain to Major Examination in Edo

[Daily Trust] No fewer than 198 offices of the Nigeria Army at the weekend sat for the Captain to Major examination at my School of Supply and Transport, Benin City.

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.

Nigeria: Tinubu to Head 25-Man 'Green Economy' Panel

[Daily Trust] President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of a 25-man committee to oversee the Green Economic Initiatives, with himself as chairman.

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

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.

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.

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.

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: We'll Bring Perpetrators of Ogbe Killing to Justice - Kogi Govt

[Vanguard] Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State has vowed to bring the perpetrators of Ogbe killing to book and guarantee security in the area.

South Africa: Election Factsheet - Sanitation in South Africa

[Africa Check] ELECTION FACTSHEET: Sanitation in South Africa

Nigeria: Lagos-Calabar Highway - Community Cries Out Over Planned Demolition of 2,000 Homes

[Vanguard] Okun-Ajah community in Lagos State has cried out to the Federal and Lagos State governments to rescue it from an alleged illegal variation of the controversial Lagos-Calabar coastal highway contract route that has put 2000 homes in the area at risk of imminent demolition.

South Africa: Not Enough Places in Children's Centres After Budget Cuts

[GroundUp] Children in KZN are being placed in foster care instead of care centres

Nigeria: Mele Kyari Blames Oil Output Decline On Underinvestment, Theft, Pipeline Constraints

[This Day] Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, at the weekend blamed Nigeria's persistent failure to meet its production targets on underinvestment, theft and rising pipeline constraints.

Africa: Unnecessary Bottlenecks Are Hurting Africa's Trade - Act Now

[New Times] At the just concluded Africa CEO Forum, renowned Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote complained about bottlenecks to intra-Africa trade, giving an example that he requires a visa to travel to over 30 African countries.

Nigeria: U.S., Nigeria Begin Implementation of 'Open Skies' Air Transport Agreement

[This Day] Abuja -- The United States and Africa's most populous nation, Nigeria, have begun the implementation of an 'open skies' air transport agreement, about 24 years after the bilateral deal first commenced provisional application.

Nigeria: Give Nigerians Hope, Ndagoso Urges Tinubu

[Leadership] Following the hardship in the country, the Catholic Archbishop of Kaduna, Most Rev Matthew Man-Oso Ndagoso has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration to give hope to Nigerians.

Kenya: White House Welcomes Kenya for First African State Visit

[VOA] The White House says it chose Kenya for its first state visit for an African leader for many reasons -- not least because the East African powerhouse has stepped up on the global stage, offering to staff a United Nations peacekeeping mission to Haiti that could see boots on the ground ...

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.

Kenya: Tax Hike Is Economic Miscalculation, KAM Tells Ruto

[Business Day Africa] The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has issued a stark warning about the proposed 25 percent excise duty on vegetable oils in the Finance Bill 2024, highlighting potential widespread economic and social repercussions.

Nigeria: MPC Outcome, Inflation Data to Drive Equities' Sentiment

[Vanguard] Stock market analysts have indicated that trading this week would be driven by the outcome of the anticipated Monetary Policy Committee, MPC, meeting scheduled for today and tomorrow as well as investors' continuing reaction to the inflation figures announced last week by the ...

Liberia: Former LBS Leadership Complains Eugene Fahngon

[New Dawn] Monrovia -- The immediate past leadership of the Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS) headed by Madam Estelle Liberty Kemoh has complained to the new LBS Director General, Mr. Eugene Fahngon, for a smear campaign to malign and discredit them.

Nigeria: Muslim Students' Society of Nigeria - Seven Decades of Impactful Islamic Mentoring

[Daily Trust] The Muslim Students Society of Nigeria (MSSN) is a well-regarded organisation established on April 18, 1954, by young secondary school students in Lagos to support and guide Muslim students in the country. MSSN has been a beacon of light, illuminating the path of knowledge, faith ...

Kenya: Ruto Makes Crucial State Visit To U.S.

[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- President William Ruto is set to arrive in the USA later today to begin a three-day state visit at the invitation of President Joe Biden.

Kenya: Grounding of 787 Dreamliners Caused Flight Scheduling Disruptions - Kenya Airways

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The national carrier, Kenya Airways says the main cause of disruptions in its flight scheduling is due to the unscheduled and extended grounding of two 787 Dreamliners.

Nigeria: Edo 2024 - I'll Replicate Peter Obi, Soludo's Performances - APGA Gov Candidate, Osifo

[Vanguard] The candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Dr Isaiah Osifo said, if elected governor in the September 21 election, he would replicate the performances of Peter Obi and Charles Soludo as governors of Anambra State under APGA.

Nigeria: Nigeria's Cocoa Export Accounted for 29% of Total Agric Export in 2023 - Kyari

[This Day] The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has stated that Nigeria's coca export accounted for 29 per cent of total agricultural export valued at N1.24 trillion in 2023.

Nigeria: Sanusi, Moghalu, Kpakor Lead Discussion At Rivers Investment Summit

[Daily Trust] The 14th Emir of Kano and former governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Alhaji Lamido Sanusi, former deputy governor of Central Bank, Kingsley Moghalu and Professor Magnus Kpakor will lead discussion on the Rivers State Investment Summit slated to be held on 22nd and 23rd May, 2024.

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.

Nigeria: UK Research Outcomes On Water Privatisation Should Be Eye Opener to Lagos State Government - RDI

[This Day] The Renevlyn Development Initiative (RDI) has urged the Lagos State government and other states in Nigeria to learn from failed water privatisation in the United Kingdom (UK) and adequately fund public sector solutions to the water crisis.

Liberia: Twelve Jurors Set Benjamin Free With Unanimous Not Guilty Verdict in U.S.$100K Case

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The twelve jurors who deliberated on the case involving Abraham Benjamin and his wife Christina Mamtu Singbah, concerning an alleged US$100K misappropriation, have set Abraham Benjamin free with a unanimous not guilty verdict at the Temple of Justice, Criminal ...

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.

Africa: UNFPA Advocates for Strengthened Human Capital to Drive Sustainable Development in Africa

[UNFPA] Speaking to delegates and international leaders at the 9th African Population Conference, Lydia Zigomo, the UNFPA Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, emphasized the critical need to focus on human capital to guide Africa towards sustainable development amid global uncertainties.

Nigeria: MohBad's Autopsy Report - 'Cause of Death Uncertain'

[This Day] The reasons behind the death of late Singer, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, a.k.a Mohbad, may not be known, as the autopsy was concluded as "uncertain".

DR Congo army says it has thwarted attempted coup

The Democratic Republic Congo army said they have stopped an attempted coup involving Congolese and foreign soldiers.

Nigeria: Food Security - Zenith Energy Enzymes Launches 'Home Farming for All' Kits

[Leadership] An eco-conscious organisation, Zenith Energy Enzymes, has launched the "Home Farming For All" kits for members of Ekiti/Isin/Irepodun/Oke-Ero constituency in Kwara.

Nigeria: Constituents Begin Recall of Zamfara Lawmaker

[Leadership] Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency Coalition for Sustainable Democracy has commenced the process of recalling the suspended Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji, a member of the House of Representatives representing Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency.

Nigeria: Reps Threaten to Block Agencies Accounts Over Revenue Profile, Non-Remittance

[Daily Trust] The House of Representatives Committee on Finance has threatened to order the Accountant General of the Federation to block the accounts of government agencies that have refused to disclose their revenue or failed to remit accurate revenue due to the government.

African Champions League final first leg ends goalless

Esperance and record 11-time winners Al Ahly play out a goalless draw in the first leg of the African Champions League final in Tunisia.

Nigeria: How Emefiele Was Slammed With Five Charges After Removal

[Daily Trust] When the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on May 14 arraigned former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, on a fresh corruption allegation, it was the fifth of such charges against him.

Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone's Return to the UN Security Council

[Chatham House] In this episode, His Excellency Timothy Musa Kabba, Foreign Affairs Minister for Sierra Leone, shares insights into his country's key priorities during its tenure on the Security Council.

Somalia: Puntland Puts Alleged Al-Shabaab Operatives On Trial

[Radio Dalsan] A military court in Puntland state has kicked off the trial of five men linked to the Al-Shabaab militant group, with four of the accused being convicted and sentenced by the court.

Nigeria: Kaduna Police Neutralise 2 Suspected Bandits, Recover 2 AK-47 Rifles

[Vanguard] The Police Command in Kaduna State said its operatives have killed two suspected bandits allegedly terrorising residents and recovered two AK-47 rifles from them.

South Africa: Constitutional Court Bars Jacob Zuma from Running in Elections

[allAfrica] The Constitutional Court has delivered a major blow to former president Jacob Zuma's political ambitions, ruling on Monday that he cannot stand as a candidate in next week's national elections in South Africa, reports Eyewitness News.

Liberia: Budget Resubmission Delayed Key Deliverables

[New Dawn] The Government of Liberia has disclosed that the recalling and resubmission of the FY2024 National Budget significantly hindered the implementation of crucial 100-day deliverables.

Africa: Serum Institute of India Ships First Malaria Vaccines to Africa

[Serum Institute Of India] PUNE, India -- Distribution of R21/Matrix-Mв„ўГЇ, Malaria Vaccine across the African region marks a significant step in the global fight against malaria. The initial shipment will be sent to the Central African Republic (CAR), followed by other African countries such ...

Ghana: Newly Elected Senegalese President Visits Ghana

[GhanaToday] Senegalese President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, last Friday paid a working visit to Ghana as part of his "friendship and working" tour of some countries in the West Africa region, including Nigeria and Côte d'Ivoire.

Liberia: 74 Percent of 100-Day Deliverables Completed

[New Dawn] Deputy Minister for Fiscal Affairs Anthony Myers says the Government has completed 74 percent of interventions across the country under President Boakai's administration's 100-day deliverable plans.

South Africa: Jacob Zuma Not Eligible to Stand for Parliament, Concourt Rules

[Daily Maverick] The Constitutional Court has ruled that former president Jacob Zuma is not eligible to stand for office in the National Assembly, just a day after he led the uMkhonto Wesizwe party's official election manifesto launch.

Liberia: NPHIL Recommends Hygiene Measures for Motorcyclists and Passengers

[New Dawn] Monrovia -- The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) has backed the Liberia National Police's (LNP's) safety measure requiring commercial motorcyclists and passengers to wear helmets and observe other health protocols.

Ghana: Former NPRA Chief Labels SSNIT a 'Ponzi Scheme', Proposes Measures to Prevent Its Collapse

[Accra Times] His critique is based on the underfunded nature of SSNIT, where retirees receive benefits that exceed the value of their contributions.

Kenya: Bill to Introduce Mandatory Registration for All ICT Service Providers

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Those working as information, communication, and technology (ICT) professionals will now be required to get a license to operate if the proposed ICT Authority Bill 2024 is enacted into law.

Nigeria: Increased Renewable Energy Investments Pose Environmental Risks

[Leadership] As Nigeria pushes forward with an energy transition that is encouraging significant investments in renewable energies, environmentalists and key stakeholders have warned of environmental drawbacks.

Nigeria: Kogi East APC Stakeholders Meet in Abuja, Pledge Loyalty

[Daily Trust] Just a few days after celebrating his first 100 days in office, stakeholders of the APC from Kogi East under the auspices of the APC Critical Stakeholders have declared their unwavering support for Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo while also reiterating their commitment to the party.

Sudan: GBV-Related Pregnancies Surge in Sudan

[Dabanga] New York -- The African Centre for Justice and Peace Studies (ACJPS) reported today that several victims of gender-based violence (GBV) in Darfur have endured unwanted pregnancies due to inadequate access to medical attention. Harrowing testimonies by survivors shed a new light on the ...

Uganda: Police Bust Taxi Gang Robbing, Killing Female Passengers Along Entebbe Expressway

[Nile Post] The Flying Squad and Crime Intelligence in Kampala have bust a gang of criminals using taxis to target women travelling to and from work along Kampala-Entebbe Expressway to rob and then kill them.

Nigeria: Chief Justice Warns Over Poor Salary for Judges

[Leadership] The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Olukayode Ariwoola, has said Nigerians will continue to suffer from the nation's judiciary system until salaries, allowances and official benefits of judges are increased.

Rwanda: Rwanda Deploying Another 2,500 Soldiers to Help Mozambique Fight Cabo Delgado Insurgency

[VOA] Maputo -- Rwanda is deploying an additional 2,500 soldiers to help Mozambique fight resurgent attacks by Islamic State insurgents in the oil-rich Cabo Delgado province. Attacks have been on the rise in the area as a force known as SAMIM, deployed by the Southern African Development ...

Nigeria: Concessioning of Onitsha River Port Suffers Setback Over Funding, Dredging

[Leadership] The hope for improved ease of doing business and trade facilitation in the South-East may have suffered setback as Concessionaire of the Onitsha River Ports, Universal Elison has raised an alarm over unfriendly interest rates being slammed by banks on acquisition of ocean going ...

Somalia: Somalia Extends Condolences to Iran Following Tragic Helicopter Crash

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- In the wake of a devastating helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other senior officials, the Somali Government has expressed its profound sympathy and condolences to the people and ...

Kenya: Kenya's Economy Grows 5.6 Percent Driven By Agricultural Recovery

[Business Day Africa] Kenya's economy grew by 5.6 percent in 2023, driven by a seven percent expansion in the agriculture sector, according to the head of the national statistics office.

Liberia: Former Presidential Candidate Clarence Moniba Slams New National Budget As 'Business As Usual,' Lacking True Transformation

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Former presidential candidate Dr. Clarence Moniba has criticized the 2024 national budget passed by the Legislature and forwarded to the President of Liberia for approval, asserting that it does not reflect the aspirations of the Liberian people.

Seychelles: Seychelles - Floating Baby Corals Can Help Save Damaged Reefs - New Study

[The Conversation Africa] The Seychelles archipelago of 115 islands stretches across a vast area of the western Indian Ocean. Each island is fringed by coral reefs.

Africa: Could Mozambique's Next President Change Tack On Cabo Delgado?

[ISS] New leadership could take the long overdue step of balancing security and development policies to prevent terrorism.

Africa: Protecting Africa's Wetlands Is Key to Combating Biodiversity Loss

[Africa Renewal] From grassroots to global: Involving multiple stakeholders could enhance biodiversity governance and speed progress.

South Africa: Small Businesses Can Help South Africa Fight Unemployment If They Get Proper Support - Study

[The Conversation Africa] South Africa has an alarming unemployment rate of approximately 32.1%. Solutions have been elusive. The unemployment rate has been consistently high for decades.

Nigeria: Bonny Gas Charters Eco-Friendly New-Build Vessel, Aktoras

[Daily Trust] Bonny Gas Transport Limited (BGT), a subsidiary of Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), has chartered a new-build vessel, AKTORAS, in a strategic move to diversify and reduce the carbon footprint of its shipping portfolio.

Gambia: PPP Celebrates 100th Birthday of Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara

[The Point] The People's Progressive Party (PPP) on Thursday 16 May celebrated 100th birthday of Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara to reflect on the achievements of the former president of The Gambia and party leader of PPP.

Sudan: RSF Seizes Key Town Amid Deadly Violence In North Kordofan

[Dabanga] Um Rawaba -- The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) said it seized control of Um Rawaba, North Kordofan, yesterday. Residents report multiple attacks by the RSF and allied armed groups on surrounding villages, which have led to scores of deaths, injuries, and extensive property damage. The ...

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's ZiG Crackdown Prompts Street Traders to Switch to Whatsapp

[New Zimbabwe] Zimbabwe's street currency traders are abandoning their regular spots in city centres for messaging platform WhatsApp to evade arrest as the central bank and police crackdown on the unofficial market blamed for contributing to currency crashes.

Gambia: Sonko's Lawyer Appeals Against Conviction

[The Point] Zurich -- Phillipe Currat, the defence lawyer for Ousman Sonko in Switzerland has filed an appeal against the conviction of the criminal division of the Federal Criminal Court in Bellinzona, expressing dissatisfaction with the conclusion of the court.

Nigeria: Policies to Boost Industrialisation, Tackle Unemployment Developed - Minister

[Daily Trust] The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Uche Nnaji, has said policies and programmes that will harness innovation and tackle challenges of insecurity, poverty and unemployment in the nation have been developed by his ministry.

Ghana: Electoral Commission Refutes Allegation of Election Rigging

[Ghanaian Times] The Electoral Commission (EC) on Friday refuted allegations by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) that it is conniving with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to the rig the 2024 elections.

Nigeria: Muslim Scholars Tasked On Sustained Anti-Corruption Efforts

[Daily Trust] The Al-Habibiyyah Islamic Society (AIS) has charged Imams and other Muslim scholars to sustain and improve their efforts against corruption through sustained sensitisation and sermons to their congregation across the country.

South Africa: ConCourt Stamps Zuma's Ticket to Political Wilderness, Throws MK Into Uncharted Waters

[Daily Maverick] The decision by the Constitutional Court upholding the Electoral Commission's decision to bar former president Jacob Zuma from being an MP has major consequences for Zuma, uMkhonto Wesizwe, the IEC, one of its commissioners and the Electoral Court.

Ghana: Two Accused of Killing Soldier At Kasoa Millennium City Denied Bail

[Ghanaian Times] The Achimota District Court has denied a bail application for Benlord Ababio, also known as Nana Barima Ababio, accused of shooting Lance Corporal Michael Danso over land dispute.

South Africa: South Africa's Top Court Rules Zuma Ineligible to Run in General Election

[RFI] South Africa's top court ruled on Monday that former president Jacob Zuma was not eligible to run for parliament in this month's election, a closely-watched decision as it could affect the outcome.

Nigeria: I Will Remain in Politics for Life - Atiku

[Leadership] The Waziri of Adamawa and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared that he is not going to retire from politics for as long as he is alive.

South Africa: Comic Con Cape Town 2024 - a Big Level Up From Previous One

[Daily Maverick] A look back at the pros and cons of Comic Con Cape Town 2024, the Mother City's second Comic Con pop culture celebration.

Liberia: Judge Calls for Prosecution of Plastic Pollution Violators

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Plastic pollution is one of the many sanitation problems affecting all sectors of life in Liberia.

Nigeria: State Police Bill Must Address Concerns of Abuse By Govs - Opeyemi Bamidele

[Vanguard] The senate leader, Opeyemi Bamidele said the bill seeking to establish the state police must address concerns of abuse by governors.

Nigeria: Federal Govt Begins Nationwide Groundbreaking for 'Renewed Hope' Cities, Estates

[Leadership] The federal government is set to commence the nationwide official groundbreaking for the phase 1 of the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates project, beginning with 1,250 housing units in four states in Northern Nigeria.

Kenya: President William Ruto Kicks Off Historic State Visit to the U.S.

[Capital FM] President William Ruto has commenced his State Visit to the United States, starting with a packed schedule that includes a democracy talk at The Carter Center.

Nigeria: Imo - Judiciary Will Cancel Governorship Election - LP Candidate

[Leadership] The Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate in Imo State, Senator Athan Achonu has expressed confidence that the judiciary would cancel the last governorship election in the state and order for a rerun.

Nigeria: Two Killed in Ebonyi Communal Clashes

[Vanguard] The Ebonyi Police Command has confirmed the killing of two persons in an attack on Ikachi Village in Akparata area of Effium in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state.

South Africa's top court bars Zuma from being lawmaker

Ex-President Jacob Zuma's 15-month prison sentence disqualifies him from being a lawmaker.

Uganda: Cost of Living Expected to Bite Harder

[Nile Post] Fears are high that the cost of living in Kampala may overwhelm urban dwellers are high following an increase in prices of food and other basic necessities.

South Africa: Last Four Traders At Salt River Market to Fight Their Eviction

[GroundUp] Site to be used for 1,000 affordable housing units

Zimbabwe: Korean Pop Festival On the Cards

[263Chat] The Korean embassy in Zimbabwe has lined up a music festival to celebrate 30 years of diplomatic relations between Korea and Zimbabwe.

Liberia: Boakai Under Pressure To Adjust Price of Country's Staple Rice

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Joseph Boakai administration faces mounting pressure to agree to rice importers' demands for a price hike on the nation's staple food. Failure to comply could result in a severe shortage, as importers threaten to withhold supplies until their demands are met.

Liberia: Movee Recommits to Weah, Suspends Three Executives Indefinitely for Constitutional Violations - Affirms Continued Membership in CDC

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Movement for Economic Empowerment (MOVEE), through its National Executive Committee (NEC), has renewed its commitment to remain a member of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) of former President George Manneh Weah, despite calls from some officials ...

Nigeria: EFCC - Coalition Seeks Tinubu's Intervention in Yahaya Bello's Trial

[Leadership] The Odu Coalition Group (OCG) Kogi East chapter has pleaded with President Bola Tinubu to intervene and ensure that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) operates in accordance with constitutional provisions and respects the rule of law in its trial of former Governor ...

Kenya: NACADA Orders Removal of Alcohol Billboards Near Schools

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has directed advertising agencies to remove billboards promoting alcoholic beverages located near learning institutions.

Nigeria: ASUU Laments Sack, Suspension of Imo Members' Salaries, Seeks Stakeholders' Intervention

[This Day] Awka -- Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Owerri Zone, has raised the alarm over sack, salary suspension, harassment and other forms of maltreatment of its members in some universities in the country.

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.

Uganda: Pressure Groups - the Unsung Heroes of Uganda's Political Landscape

[Nile Post] In Uganda's political landscape, pressure groups play a vital role in shaping policy, advocating for change, and holding leaders accountable. These groups, often overlooked, are the unsung heroes of the country's political scene.

South Africa: South Africa Welcomes War Crimes Warrants for Hamas and Israeli Leaders

[Daily Maverick] Pretoria has welcomed the decision by the International Criminal Court prosecutor to request arrest warrants for Hamas' and Israel's leaders -- a request that has enraged both Hamas and Israel.

Uganda: Makerere Investigate Parody of Speaker in Law Exam

[Nile Post] Makerere University has instituted an investigation into the conduct of School of Law second semester examinations that parodied the Speaker of Parliament.

Nigeria: Lagos to Reduce Internet Connectivity Cost, Lays 2,700km Fibre

[Vanguard] The Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (LAMIST) on Monday said that it had completed the first phase of a project to reduce the cost of Internet connectivity drastically.

Nigeria: State of the Nation - Why 170 Varsities Must Lead Rescue Mission - Uzodimma

[Vanguard] IMO State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has set a new task before Nigeria's ivory towers. At a time that the country is mired in multi-dimensional challenges, he wants the 170 universities in the country comprising 79 private, 43 Federal and 48 state to lead the way to a new Nigeria.

Nigeria: Abuja Light Rail Ready for Commissioning - Wike

[Premium Times] Mr Wike expressed satisfaction with the quality of work and the facilities at the train stations.

Nigeria: Rivers Crisis - Jonathan Calls for Ceasefire Between Fubara, Wike

[Premium Times] The former president says the political crisis in Rivers has the potential to destabilise Nigeria's Niger Delta region.

Gambia: Gambia Expresses Condolences Over Death of Iranian President

[The Point] Gambian President Adama Barrow, who doubles as Chairman of Organisation Islamic Cooperation (OIC), has expressed sadness on the death of the Iranian President.

Liberia: Liberian Government Approves Rice Price Increase Amid Importers' Pressures, Pledges Focus On Local Production

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Government of Liberia (GOL), through the Minister of Commerce and Industry Amin Modad, has announced that it has agreed to a request from importers to increase the price of a specific brand of rice on the local market, describing the rice industry as a "cartel."

Nigeria: Tinubu Emplacing Policies, Programmes to Reshape Economy - Ngelale

[Vanguard] President Bola Tinubu has continued to put in place measures aimed at reshaping the economy of the country since assuming office in May 2023.

Nigeria: Tinubu Fails to Provide Vital Details of Newly Awarded Contracts

[Premium Times] At least 16 contracts on the list are covered by the Public Procurement Act, yet only three projects have the names of contractors, duration of project and contract amount listed.

Africa: Fix Clinical Trials Challenges in Africa!!

[Ghanaian Times] May 20 every year marks International Clinical Trials Day, which commemorates the day Scottish medical scientist James Lind began the first randomised clinical trial in 1747.

Ghana: 2 Boys Killed, 15 Others Injured in Ngyiresia Beach Premix Fuel Explosion

[Ghanaian Times] Two boys were killed in an explosion caused by premix fuel spillage at the Ngyiresia beach, near Essikado, in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis of the Western Region, on Saturday.

Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Economy Poised for 7.9 Percent Growth in Current Fiscal Year, Reports Minister Fitsum Assefa

[Addis Standard] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's economy is on track for robust 7.9% growth in the current fiscal year, according to Minister of Planning and Development Fitsum Assefa.

Nigeria: Rescue Movement Inaugurates Delta, Abia Chapters-Urges Members to Stand for a New Nigeria

[Vanguard] The Rescue Movement for New Nigeria has inaugurated its Delta and Abia State Chapters on May 18th and 19th 2024 respectively, with a mission to redefine party politics and activism in Nigeria.

Nigeria: Beyond Salt, Hidden Sources Affect Your Blood Pressure - Cardiologist

[Vanguard] ... Says one high reading does confirm hypertension

Kenya: Kenyan President Ruto's Visit to Atlanta

[State Department] Press StatementAntony J. Blinken, Secretary of StateMay 20, 2024

Nigeria: 9 Arrested As NSCDC Uncovers Fresh Illegal Refining Sites in Rivers

[Daily Trust] The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested nine suspected oil thieves at an illegal refinery in a forest boundary between Rivers and Abia.

Nigeria: Bandits in Military Uniform Abduct 20 in Abuja

[Daily Trust] Gunmen in military uniform numbering about 50 have raided Dawaki community in Abuja, and abducted at least 20 people, Daily Trust reports.

Zimbabwe: Too Hot to Handle - Court Declines to Hear Case Between Central Intelligence Organisation and Employee

[New Zimbabwe] Labour Court judge Justice Bridget Tapiwa Chivizhe has declined jurisdiction in a matter involving the Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) and an employee who was fired after allegedly signing two contracts worth over US$70 000.

Southern Africa: Southern Africa Seeks $5.5b in Aid to Fight El Nino Effects

[VOA] Gaborone, Botswana -- Southern African leaders have launched a $5.5 billion humanitarian aid appeal as the region faces acute grain shortages due to El Nino-induced droughts.

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe to Boost Gold Production for New Gold-Backed ZiG Currency

[New Zimbabwe] GOVERNMENT has deployed thirteen mobilization groups across the country in a bid to increase production of gold which is backing the recently introduced Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency.

Gambia: Lack of Constitutional Reform Stalls the Gambia's Democratic Transition

[ISS] Political divisions over limiting presidential power and terms in office have brought the process to a standstill.

Africa: African Development Bank's Adesina Highlights Africa As the World's Best Investment Destination At Badea's 50th Anniversary

[African Development Bank (AfDB)] Africa's human, land, mineral resource and cross-border trade endowments combine to make it the world's most promising investment destination, now and well into the future, African Development Bank Group President Dr Akinwumi Adesina said.

Malawi: Legal Restrictions Fail to Stop Unsafe Abortions - Copua

[Nyasa Times] Despite current legal restrictions, unsafe abortions are still widespread in Malawi as over 100,000 abortions take place every year, country-wide.

Nigeria: Biafra Leader Loses Bid for Fresh Bail, House Arrest

[Leadership] Justice Binta Murtala-Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja has dismissed the request by the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, for the restoration of his revoked bail and removal from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) to a ...

Sudan: 'Control Livestock Trade With the Gulf to Halt Sudan War' - Ex-UN Official

[Dabanga] London -- A former UN and Oxfam official expressed his belief that the main driver of the ongoing war in Sudan is livestock exports to Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries. Nicholas Stockton argues that excluding livestock exports from Sudan's conflict zones would significantly ...

Liberia: UP, Alliances Reject Boakai's Appointments in Margibi

[New Dawn] The mainstream leadership of the ruling Unity Party and several of its alliances, including institutions and individuals in Margibi County, have rejected President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's recent appointments of local officials and written to the Liberian Senate not to confirm those ...

Africa: Where Do Africa's Lusophone Nations Stand On Russia?

[DW] Russia has beefed up efforts to build stronger relations with Portuguese-speaking African nations, positioning itself as a military power without a colonial past.

Zimbabwe: Exciting Times for Tobacco Industry

[The Herald] THIS past week was quite eventful for the tobacco industry as Zimbabwe hosted the first World Tobacco Africa Expo (WTAE), while farmers pocketed US$489 million after selling 138 million kilogrammes of tobacco by Day 44.

Nigeria: Fuel Price Rises By 176.02 Percent to N701.24 Per Litre - NBS

[Vanguard] The national average retail price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, otherwise known as petrol increased year-on-year, YoY, by 176.02 percent to N701.24 per litre in April 2024 from N254.06 per litre recorded in the corresponding period of 2023.

Liberia: The Real Story About the Jacob Town Riot

[New Dawn] Angry rioters overwhelmed officers of the Liberia National Police (LNP) in their attempt to prevent the Police from enforcing an eviction order issued by the court on Saturday, destroying several properties, including vehicles in Black Jinnah community, Jacob Town, Paynesville.

Sudan: RSF Bombs Hit North Darfur Capital and Displaced Camp

[Dabanga] El Fasher / Abu Shouk -- The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) bombed several El Fasher neighbourhoods and neighbouring Abu Shouk camp for displaced people on Sunday, killing and injuring a number of civilians living in and around the capital of North Darfur. The displaced and activists ...

Hundreds of Mozambique patients die amid strike - union

Health workers are striking because they face such dire conditions, the union says.

Liberia: Audit Reveals Unapproved Disbursements By Central Bank of Liberia for 2019 Independence Day Celebrations

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- In 2019, around the July 26 Independence Celebration, the Central Bank of Liberia made several disbursements totaling US$730,000 to the Liberia National Police, the National Security Agency, and the Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs without any approved policy.

Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Reshuffles Zanu-PF Politburo, Demotes Bimha

[New Zimbabwe] ZANU PF national political commissar Mike Bimha has been demoted by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in a reshuffle of the ruling party's politburo.

South Africa: Gwede's Slippery Story Explains Lack of Mining Investment

[DA] The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has admitted it has not yet even signed a service level agreement with the companies chosen to provide a new mining cadastral system. In February Minister Gwede Mantashe boasted to a large international audience of investors at the Cape Town ...

South Africa: SANEF Urges MK Party Leadership to Address Journalist Mistreatment at Their Rally

[SANEF] ''I was pushed aside by a man who touched my breasts as he aggressively wanted to make way for the arrival of Jacob Zuma''.

Zimbabwe: Police Intensify Probe Into Rwandan Businessman's Murder

[The Herald] POLICE have intensified investigations into a case in which a Rwandan businessman was shot and killed last Friday night by four robbery suspects at his home in Mainway Meadows, Waterfalls.

Liberia: LNBA Hails Boakai's War Crimes Court Executive Order

[New Dawn] The Liberia National Bar Association (LNBA) has characterized President Joseph Nyumah Boakai's Executive Order #131, establishing the office of a War Crimes Court in Liberia, as a complete demonstration of political will.

West Africa: Ghanaian President Wants Ecowas Adopt 'Clear Policy Direction' On Terrorism

[GhanaToday] President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has called for a clear policy direction by ECOWAS on how to put up with issues of terrorism in the Sahel region.

Nigeria: Our Current Interest Is About Nigeria's Survival Not Elections - Obi

[Vanguard] The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 General Election, Mr. Peter Obi, has said what should be of utmost concern to all Nigerians irrespective of class or political status is how citizens will survive the current economic hardship not about the next elections.

Rwanda: Six U.S. States Commemorate 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi

[New Times] Rwandan communities and friends of Rwanda residing in the US states of California, Washington, Oregon, Utah, Colorado and Michigan commemorated the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, during the past weekend and Monday, May 20.

Nigeria: Residents Flee As Bandits Raid Communities in Niger

[Daily Trust] Dozens of residents in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State were forced to flee their homes on Sunday night following a series of attacks by bandits.

South Africa: DA Will Assist Sassa Beneficiaries Robbed By the Post Office

[DA] The DA takes note of reports that South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) social grant beneficiaries are being robbed of part of their grant at the Gatesville Post Office. According to the reports, beneficiaries whose funds are deposited into their Post Bank accounts are regularly not ...

Kenya: Extreme Winds Blow Off Roofs At the Coast

[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) has reported extreme winds in various parts of the Coastal region of Kenya linked to Tropical Storm IALY with roofs blown off and electric poles falling in some areas.

Nigeria: Terrorists Invade Abuja Community, Kidnap '20 People'

[Premium Times] The terrorists, numbering about 50, stormed the Dawaki community in Abuja on Sunday evening

South Africa: Political Turmoil, Criticism Grip South African Parties Ahead of Elections

[allAfrica] From contentious campaign ads to allegations of threats and external influences, the nation's political arena is experiencing a turbulent period ahead of the upcoming elections.

Salah hints at Liverpool stay after Slot appointment

Egypt captain Mohamed Salah hints he will remain at Liverpool after the Premier League club appoint Arne Slot as manager.

Nigeria: Two Chibok Survivors Graduate at U.S. Colleges 10 Years After Abduction

[allAfrica] Patience Bulus and Mercy Ali Paul have both achieved remarkable educational milestones - made even more significant by the fact that only a decade earlier they'd been abducted by Boko Haram extremists in Chibok, Nigeria.

Africa: OCP Africa Teams Up with Ethiopian Government, the AfDB and Global Partners for Climate-Smart Wheat Initiative

[OCP] OCP Africa takes part in the launch of Ethiopia's Climate Resilient Wheat Value Chain Development Project, in the presence of HE Dr. Girma Amente, Minister of Agriculture of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, alongside partners including the African Development Bank (AFDB), the ...

Seychelles: Seychelles and Botswana to Collaborate On Agriculture, Education and Tourism Projects

[Seychelles News Agency] Seychelles and Botswana will continue collaborations in agriculture, education, and tourism, said the newly accredited High Commissioner of Botswana.

Greek court throws out shipwreck trial against Egyptians

The judges ruled they had no jurisdiction to hear the case as the boat sank in international waters.

Malian footballer criticised for covering LGBTQ logo

Mali's Mohamed Camara is criticised by France's sports minister after covering up anti-homophobia logos while playing for Monaco.

Somalia: Tropical Cyclone Laly Threatens Coastal Areas

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- The National Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) has issued a warning about the potential impact of Tropical Cyclone Laly, which is currently brewing in the Indian Ocean.

Professor jailed in Mali for criticising the junta

Étienne Fakaba Sissoko's book accused the military of using propaganda to sway public opinion.

Zambia: Zambia and World Bank Sign Agreement to Cut Carbon Emissions in Eastern Province

[World Bank] Lusaka -- Communities in Zambia's Eastern Province are set to reap the benefits of their efforts in forest conservation, climate-smart agriculture, and other activities such as fuel efficient cookstoves and sustainable charcoal production thanks to a new Emission Reductions ...

Africa: There Is an Alternative to Costly, Carbon-Emitting Chemical Fertilisers

[African Arguments] Africa's soils are not merely depleted but in crisis, and decades of reliance on chemical fertilisers and pesticides have exacerbated the problem.

Tunisia: World Water Forum - Tunisia Says Need for Solidarity, Coordination On Climate Change

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis, May 21 -- Minister of Agriculture, Water Resources and Fisheries Abdelmonem Belati said there is need to increae cooperation and solidarity among countries through the exchange of expertise, technology transfer and coordination on a wide range of issues, mainly ...

Gambia: Mixed Reactions to Swiss Conviction of Former Gambian Enforcer As Sexual Violence Charges Dismissed

[FrontPageAfrica] Bellinzona -- Victims have expressed joy and frustration at the guilty verdict handed to Ousman Sonko, Gambia's former interior minister, in his trial for crimes against humanity committed under the leadership of former dictator Yahya Jammeh in Switzerland. The Swiss Federal ...

South Africa: Bring the Water Out, Tyla Drops Sizzling Hot Jump Music Video

[Fame Frenzy] South Africa's princess of Afropop Tyla has just dropped the long-anticipated music video for her latest hit Jump.

Kenya: NGAAF-Led Initiative Donates 70 Wheelchairs, Tricycles in Kisii

[Capital FM] Kisii -- Persons with disabilities in Kisii have received additional mobility assistive devices funded under the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF).

Nigeria: Lagos Records High Domestic Violence Cases

[Vanguard] Lagos State Government has recorded an all time high rate of domestic violence in the last one year.

Four Lawmakers Denounce Plan to Ease Sanctions on Mining Executive

A White House proposal to allow the billionaire Dan Gertler to sell off his assets in the Democratic Republic of Congo sparks a bipartisan rebuke.

Nigeria: Bandits Abduct Pregnant Customs Officer's Wife, His 3 Children, Brother in Abuja

[Vanguard] Abuja -- In a daring and brazen attack, bandits struck in Abuja, abducting the family of a senior Customs officer before noon time on Sunday.

Nigeria: Tinubu, UN, AU, Arab Leaders Mourn As Iranian President, Raisi, Dies in Helicopter Crash

[Vanguard] President Bola Tinubu yesterday joined other world leaders, Arab countries, the United Nations and African Union to condole with the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran over the killing of President Ebrahim Raisi; Iranian foreign minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, ...

Malawi: Chakwera Hails Iceland for Prioritizing Malawi in Its Foreign Development Policies

[Nyasa Times] Malawi President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has saluted the Government of Iceland for giving Malawi top priority in its foreign development programs.

Malawi: NGOs Demand Report On Proceeds From Sale of Goods, Properties Confiscated From Refugees

[Nyasa Times] Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) advancing the rights of refugees and asylum seekers have challenged the Ministry of Homeland Security to urgently produce a report on proceeds from sale of confiscated goods and properties from the refugees.

Nigeria: My PDP Nat'l Chairmanship Quest Confronted By Various Interests - Sen Suswam

[Vanguard] Former Governor of Benue State and Peopes Democratic Party, PDP, stalwart, Senator Gabriel Suswam has said that his quest for the National Chairmanship position of the party is confronted by various interests.

Malawi: Matola Condemns Act of Vandalism of Power Infrastructure in Nchalo, Chikwawa

[Nyasa Times] The Minister of Energy, Hon. Ibrahim Matola has strongly condemned the recent act of vandalism on power infrastructure at Illovo Sugar in Nchalo, Chikwawa district.

Uganda: Uganda Airlines A320

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- As Uganda's national carrier, Uganda Airlines, celebrates a shortterm wet lease agreement of an Airbus A320 airliner with Global Airlines of Johannesburg, South Africa, some commentators appear bent on dampening the excitement.

Zimbabwe: Chombo Loses Court Challenge Against Subdivision of 3,000-Hectare Farm

[New Zimbabwe] Former cabinet minister, Ignatius Chombo has lost a bid to block Agriculture minister, Anxious Masuka from subdividing his Allan Grange Farm in Zvimba, measuring over 3000 hectares to accommodate other farmers including his ex-wife Marian.

Zimbabwe: Zimasco Ordered to Halt Illegal Retrenchment Exercise

[New Zimbabwe] AILING Kwekwe based ferrochrome producer, Zimbabwe Mining and Steel Company (ZIMASCO) has been issued with an ultimatum to abandon the illegal retrenchment exercise and to pay outstanding trade union dues or risk facing dire consequences.

Zimbabwe: Parliament Raises Red Flags On Proposed Victoria Falls Cricket Stadium

[New Zimbabwe] CONCERNS have been raised over the proposed construction of a multipurpose sporting facility in Victoria Falls, with fears that it may disrupt the area's biodiversity.

Malawi: Paramount Holdings Awarded As Malawi's Most Reliable Construction Company

[Nyasa Times] The country's leading National Product Magazine (NPM) has awarded Paramount Holding Limited (PHL) as most reliable construction company in Malawi due to its work efficiency.

Rwanda: UK-Rwanda Migrant Deal Challenges International Protection Law

[The Conversation Africa] In late April 2024 the British parliament passed a law - the Safety of Rwanda Act - enabling it to transport migrants arriving in the UK to Rwanda. When the legislation was approved by parliament, there were 52,000 asylum seekers who could potentially be sent to Rwanda.

Kenya defends cost of jet for President Ruto's US trip

The price of hiring the luxury private jet was reportedly around $1.5m (£1.2m).

Uganda: Another Feud Hits NUP Leadership

[Nile Post] Another feud is brewing in the opposition National Unity Platform, this time in Busoga region ahead of party president, Robert Kyagulanyi's visit on Wednesday.

Nigeria: Troops Kill 7 Terrorists, Recover Weapons, Motorcycles in Kaduna

[Leadership] Troops of 1 Division of Nigerian Army deployed at a blocking position at Udawa, Kaduna, neutralised seven terrorists while carrying out a fighting patrol along Udawa - Kurebe Road on May 19, 2024.

Africa: President Ruto Roots for Local Manufacturing of Vaccines in Africa

[Capital FM] Atlanta, U.S. -- President William Ruto is rooting for the local manufacturing of vaccines in Africa.

West Africa: New Speaker of Ecowas Parliament to Emerge in Kano

[Leadership] In a matter of days, the Speaker of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will elect a new speaker to lead the regional parliament in its 6th Legislature. The election will be held during the 2024 second extraordinary session in Kano State, North ...

The Africans chasing European glory and history

Victor Boniface looks for the second part of an 'invincible treble' with Bayer Leverkusen but Nigeria team-mate Ademola Lookman stands in his way.

Botswana: Women in Botswana Watch From Sidelines As Country Prepares for Election

[VOA] Gaborone, Botswana -- As Botswana prepares for general elections in October, the number of women running for office remains low.

Southern Africa: Sweet Sorghum Is a Hardy, Nutritious, Biofuel Crop That Offers Solutions in Drought-Hit Southern Africa

[The Conversation Africa] The southern African region is battling with drought at present. This is the result of El Niño, a natural climate cycle characterised by changes in Pacific Ocean temperatures. It has effects on global weather patterns, particularly rainfall and temperature.

Mozambique: Nyusi's Dilemma Delivers an Unexpected Successor

[African Arguments] Haunted by a corruption scandal, President Filipe Nyusi's search for an acceptable successor produces some unintended consequences.

Nigeria: UK Govt Pledges Support to Nigeria's Capital Market

[Vanguard] The United Kingdom Government says it is committed to supporting Nigeria to develop its thriving capital markets and sees its Mobilising Institutional Capital Through Listed Product Structures (MOBILIST) programme as a strong basis for collaboration with Nigeria's financial sector.

Nigeria: Sanusi II Reinstated As Kano Emir

[Leadership] Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II has been reinstated as the Emir of Kano, LEADERSHIP has authoritatively gathered.

Nigeria: Federal Govt Apologises Over Hardship, Defends Economic Policies

[Leadership] The federal government has apologised to Nigerians over the economic pains they go through as a result of the reforms embarked upon by the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration.

Blast in sugar factory kills 11 in Tanzania

Among the dead are citizens of Kenya, Brazil, India and China, official say.

South Africa: Who Are South Africa's Presidential Candidates?

[DW] Nearly 28 million South Africans will head to the polls on May 29 for a much-anticipated general election. These are the main contenders to watch.

Congo-Kinshasa: DRC - Questions Abound After Thwarted Coup

[DW] Amid a backdrop of political tension and protracted conflict in the country's east, the foiled coup attempt in the DRC raises more questions than it provides answers.

Nigeria: Nigerians Bemoan Exorbitant Cost of Living As Inflation Reaches Record High

[Premium Times] Rising prices have taken many essential items, including food and housing, beyond the reach of millions of citizens across Nigeria, as highlighted by a PREMIUM TIMES' market survey in Minna, Niger State

Guinea: 'I Suffered a Lot' - How UNFPA Helps Women in Guinea Heal From Obstetric Fistula

[UNFPA] Conakry, Guinea -- "It happened at the hospital. I realized I was leaking urine," fistula survivor Kadiatou Bah told UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency.

Kenyan President’s State Visit: An Antidote to U.S. Troubles in Africa?

The White House is hosting President William Ruto of Kenya for a state dinner this week, an embrace that both countries urgently need.

Nigeria: Sokoto to Commence Payment of N14bn Backlog of Gratuities to Retirees

[Vanguard] Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto state has committed N500 million every month for payment of gratuities to retired civil servants in the state.

Somalia: South West State President Inspects Sodma Head Quarters in Mogadishu

[Radio Dalsan] Somalia's South West State President, Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen, visited SODMA headquarters on Tuesday and met with Commissioner Mohamud Moalim and other senior Leaders of the Agency.

Generator fumes choke students to death in Nigeria music studio - reports

The seven students fell asleep in a locked music studio with the generator still running.

Nigeria: Police, Abuja Administration Not Consulted Before Army Shut Down Banex Plaza

[Premium Times] "Nigeria is not under military rule. You cannot in an attempt to address one issue shut others out of their legitimate businesses," a lawyer says about the shutdown of Banex Plaza.

Nigeria: Gunmen Kill Dozens in Attack On Nigerian Mining Community

[RFI] Gunmen on motorbikes stormed a mining community in central Nigeria, killing up to 40 people and torching homes, residents said, in the latest violence to hit a region troubled by resource disputes and intercommunal strife.

Somalia: MP Fatally Shot In 'Assassination' Attempt in Mogadishu

[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a tragic incident on Wednesday night, Ibrahim Abdi Abdirahman, a Member of Parliament for the South West Regional State of Somalia, was fatally shot in a targeted assassination. The attack took place in the Wadajir District of Mogadishu, the capital city ...

Nigeria: Kaduna Motorists Protest Poor Work On Sabo Bridge

[Leadership] Motorists in Kaduna have described the repair of Sabo Rail Bridge to Command Junction Expressway in Chikun local government area as below standard.

Nigeria: Hard Times for Businesses... 21 Companies Shut Down in Kano in 3 Years

[Leadership] No fewer than 21 companies have shut down operations in Kano State in the last three years due to the harsh economic environment.

Somalia: Floods Displace Hundreds in Central Somalia

[Radio Dalsan] The residents of Baledweyne, the capital of Hiran region, have been forced to flee their homes as the Shabelle River burst its banks, causing widespread flooding in the area.

Biden Plans to Give Kenya Key Ally Designation During Its Leader’s Visit

A “major non-NATO ally” is a country whose military has a strategic working relationship with the United States.

Ghana: Investors With Locked-Up Funds Suspend Protest for Two Weeks

[Accra Times] The decision comes after Deputy Finance Minister, Dr. Stephen Amoah, in a phone call on Tuesday, May 21, promised to meet with the group's leadership when he returns from a trip on May 27.

Tunisia: Atempt to Cross Sea Border Illegally Foiled and 30 Tunisians Arrested

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis -- A patrol from the National Guard's Criminal Investigation Department in Mahres, Sfax district, foiled a plan to illegally cross the sea border and arrested 30 Tunisians preparing to set sail illegally, the Directorate General of the National Guard said in a ...

Nigerian students ordered to leave UK university

Teesside University students have struggled to pay tuition fees since currency in Nigeria crashed.

Zimbabwe: UN Roads Safety Fund Aims At Reducing Road Traffic Deaths in Zimbabwe

[New Zimbabwe] The United Nations (UN) Secretary General Special Envoy for Road Safety, Jean Todt has said the organisation is working towards programmes that will lower road accident victim numbers by 2030.

Congo-Kinshasa: Faking Cash and Making Cash in the DRC

[ISS] The DRC is an origin, transit and destination country for counterfeit currency, most of which is US dollar-denominated.

Kenya: Omtatah Files Urgent Bid to Stop Parliament From Considering Finance Bill

[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has filed a petition at Milimani Law Courts seeking orders to refrain the National Assembly from considering the Finance Bill 2024.

Nigeria: Climate Change Could Unleash Malaria, Neglected Diseases, WHO Warns

[Vanguard] A new World Health Organization, WHO, review raises concerns about the impact of climate change on Neglected Tropical Diseases, NTDs, and malaria. Analyzing over 42,000 studies, the review highlights a critical gap in understanding how rising temperatures and weather pattern shifts ...

Zuma lashes out at judges after election ban

South Africa's ex-president speaks out for the first time after being barred from running for parliament.

Africa: 2024 Korea-Africa Summit

[African Development Bank (AfDB)] What: 2024 Korea-Africa Summit

Besieged and under attack in Sudan’s El Fasher

The battle for control of the western city has intensified over the last few days as the RSF group advances.

Southern Africa: Qatar Airways Set for Major Southern Africa Airline Acquisition

[Business Day Africa] Qatar Airways is poised to unveil its acquisition of a prominent airline in Southern Africa, a major move poised to significantly influence the aviation landscape within the region.

Africa: As El Niño Intensifies Floods and Droughts, Early Action Pays Off

[WFP] By planning ahead, the World Food Programme and its partners are cushioning the fallout of extreme weather in countries grappling with hunger

Rwanda: IMF Approves $164m Funding to Rwanda

[New Times] The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has today, May 22, 2024, approved a total funding of $164.6 million to Rwanda, a statement from the IMF has said.

Who are Africa's Premier League winners and losers?

BBC Sport Africa profiles the players who caught the eye, for better or for worse, over the 2023-24 Premier League season.

Nigeria: Nigeria Confirms 12 New Lassa Fever Cases, 1 Death in One Week

[Premium Times] NCDC noted that one health worker was affected in the reporting week

Guinea: Guinea's Media Groaning Under Continued Repression

[MFWA] On March 18, 2024, Guinea's media regulatory body, the Haute Autorité de la Communication (HAC suspended for three months Mamadou Taslima Diallo, alias Williams Campbell, host of the show "Star en ligne" on West Africa TV. Citing articles 107 and 112 of Law L/2010/02/CNT of 22 June 2010 ...

Nigeria: May 29 - Tinubu Orders Low-Key Celebration of First Anniversary

[Premium Times] "The anniversary is going to be low-key, there would be no major ceremony but a sectorial briefing by the ministers. The essence is to ensure that government funds are kept for the people."

Senegal: From Cocaine Consumer to Key Smuggling Hub

[DW] Senegal has become a pivotal transit hub in the global cocaine trade, even as local consumption continues to decline. Experts have issued warnings about the implications for public health, security, and the economy.

Southern Africa: Devastating Drought and Floods in Southern Africa - WFP Chief Calls for Global Action As Millions Face Food Insecurity

[WFP] Lusaka/Johannesburg/Rome -- Millions of people are facing food insecurity due to El Niño-fueled drought and floods in Southern Africa, WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain warned during a visit to Zambia, at the epicenter of the crisis. Severe drought has wiped out harvests in a region ...

East Africa: Comesa Reveals Thermal Power Dominance in the Region

[Business Day Africa] Thermal power dominates the energy landscape in the Comesa region, commanding a share of over 76 percent, with hydro energy trailing at 24 percent, out of a total installed capacity of 100,000 megawatts.

Mozambique: EU Calls for 'Good Conduct' in Mozambican Elections

[AIM] Maputo -- The European Union has called for "good electoral conduct' by all those involved in the Mozambican general elections scheduled for 9 October.

Senegal: The Mother of African Dance At 80. Why Senegal's Germaine Acogny Is So Influential

[The Conversation Africa] Africa's most celebrated dancer and choreographer, Germaine Acogny, turns 80 on 28 May. I have had the privilege of meeting the Senegalese artist, learning from her, and interviewing her as part of my ongoing research into African contemporary dance.

West Africa: Liberia Begins Wafu U20 Campaign On Winning Note

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Women's U-20 National Football Team of Liberia kicked off their WAFU Zone 'A' Women's Cup campaign on a positive note with a 2-0 win over Guinea on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in Senegal.

Tanzania: Tanganyika and Zanzibar - Tanzania's 60-Year-Old Union May Need a Restructure

[The Conversation Africa] On 26 April 2024, Tanzania celebrated 60 years of the union between Tanganyika and Zanzibar. The union, which created the present-day United Republic of Tanzania, stands out among the longest lasting political arrangements of its kind in Africa, and has shaped the ...

Malawi: MCP Clarifies Its Stand On New Convention Requirements of Two Years Experience

[Nyasa Times] Malawi Congress Party, (MCP) says it has its own internal mechanisms for ensuring stability, unity and success of the party.

Kenya: Biden, Ruto Urge Global Lenders to Ease Debt Burden

[DW] Kenyan President William Ruto is the first African leader to make a state visit to Washington since 2008. He and Joe Biden are set to announce a slew of new US investments in the East African country.

Nigeria: Nigerian Youths Our Most Valuable Assets, Says Deputy Speaker Kalu

[Leadership] The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has noted the valuable role Nigerian youths play in defining and achieving development and security in the nation, saying that the youth remain the energy of the nation.

Kenya: Kenyan President Will Receive White House Praise Over Troops-to-Haiti Move

[The Conversation Africa] Kenyan President William Ruto will attend a rare U.S. state reception for an African leader on May 23, 2024 - but much of the chat will be about a third country: Haiti.

Djibouti: ATMIS Boss Receives Russian Ambassador to Djibouti and Somalia, Mikhail Golovanov and Discuss Atmis Withdrawal and Somalia's Security

[Radio Dalsan] The Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission and Head of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS ) Amb. Souef Mohamed El-amine on Tuesday held meeting with with Russian Ambassador to Djibouti and Somalia, Mikhail Golovanov.

Madagascar: Internet Users Heavily Impacted By New Pricing System That Restricts Free Expression

[IFEX] On April 1, 2024, an internet price hike saw internet access become a rare commodity in Madagascar. Although internet services are a vital resource in this digital era, they have become a luxury for the select few who can afford them in this country.

Zambia row over ex-President Lungu's house arrest claims

It comes as police say they will summon the former leader over his remarks about regime change.

Nigeria: Govt Ups Minimum Wage Offer to N57,000

[Vanguard] The Federal Government has increased its offer of N54,000 to N57,000 in the ongoing new national minimum wage negotiation with organized Labour and Organised Private Sector, OPS.

Africa: Huawei Cloud Goes Live in Egypt

[Huawei] Huawei Cloud becomes world's first company to open a public cloud in Egypt, Industry AI accelerates digitization in Egypt and in Northern Africa region

Africa: The World Is Rushing to Africa to Mine Critical Minerals Like Lithium - How the Continent Should Deal With the Demand

[The Conversation Africa] Global demand for critical minerals, particularly lithium, is growing rapidly to meet clean energy and de-carbonisation objectives.

Kenyan found dead after going missing on Everest

The 40-year-old mountaineer disappeared on Wednesday with his Nepalese guide, who is yet to be found.

Uganda: Ugandan Opposition Leader's Bodyguards Assault, Harass Three Journalists

[CPJ] Kampala -- Ugandan authorities should thoroughly investigate and hold to account those responsible for attacking journalists Zainab Namusaazi, Gertrude Mutyaba, and Magaret Kayondo, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Wednesday.

South Africa: As South Africa's Pivotal Election Looms, Its Citizens Will Play a Key Role in Ensuring Its Credibility

[Chatham House] Speculation that the ruling African National Congress (ANC) could lose its majority and usher in a new form of politics has garnered international attention. Through this complex transition, the country's electoral system and civil society observers can and should be trusted.

Somalia: Somalia - Unprecedented Flooding in Beledweyne Forces Mass Evacuations

[Shabelle] Beledweyne -- Beledweyne, the capital of the Hiraan Region in central Somalia, is facing a severe humanitarian crisis as the Shabelle River has burst its banks, submerging parts of the city and forcing the evacuation of numerous residents.

Ethiopia: Ethiopia to Endorse Wetlands Protection Policy

[Ethiopian Herald] Given the significance of wetlands for the preservation of the environment on Earth, the word "wetland" refers to a wide range of habitat types that may be found all over the nation, such as grassy fens, mossy bogs, lush floodplains, freshwater or saltwater swamps, and ...

Mozambique: Three Mozambican Women's Stories of Enslavement By Jihadist Insurgents

[The New Humanitarian] Pemba, Mozambique -- 'With the other women, we had unity.'

Kenya: Kenya Is Badly Prepared for Floods - Four Steps to Reduce Devastation and Deaths

[The Conversation Africa] Floods in Kenya in April/May 2024 led to the deaths of over 250 people and caused damage estimated at 4 billion Kenya shillings (US$35 million).

South Africans' desperate search for jobs overshadows election

The country has the world's highest unemployment, leaving many cynical about this month's election.

Somalia: Minister of Interior Meets Deputy Special Envoy of the Secretary-General Raisedon Zenenga to Discuss Reconciliation and Elections

[Radio Dalsan] Somalia's Federal Government Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation Ali Yusuf Ali Hosh on Tuesday received a courtesy visit from the Deptuy Special Representative of the Secretary-General Raisedon Zenenga.

Africa: WHO Reports Major Increase in Sexually Transmitted Infections

[UN News] Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as syphilis are on the rise in most regions of the world, UN health agency WHO said in a new report on Tuesday.

Southern Africa: Ethiopia's Commitment Towards Implementing DDR, Pretoria Accord

[Ethiopian Herald] After the two-year war between the federal government and the Tigray Peoples' Front (TPLF), the two parties have come to end their conflict by agreeing on the lasting peace through a permanent cessation of hostilities under an AU brokered agreement. The accord was signed ...

Liberia: Boakai's Arrest Program Gains Momentum

[New Republic] Upon taking on the presidency, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai told the Liberian people and the world that the government's transformative agenda including agriculture, road, rule of law, education sanitation, and Tourism will be fully implemented commencing with his hundred days ...

Somalia: UN Sanctions Three Al-Shabaab Leaders At Request of Somali Government

[Shabelle] New York -- In a significant move to combat terrorism, the United Nations Security Council has sanctioned three leaders of the Al-Shabaab militant group following a request from the Somali government.

Chad: Chadian PM Masra Resigns Following Déby Victory in Presidential Elections

[RFI] Chadian Prime Minister Succès Masra has resigned, just over two weeks after his defeat to junta leader Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno in presidential elections.

Kenya: President Ruto's U.S. State Visit - A Perfect Backdrop for Spreading Good News on Kenya and Africa

[allAfrica] The fourth edition of the American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham) Business Summit provided a timely backdrop as Kenya's President William Ruto headed for his State Visit to the United States. Scheduled during a significant absence of African leaders' official state visits to the ...

Nigeria: Nigerian Students Blocked From Studies, Ordered to Leave UK

[Daily Trust] Some Nigerian students have been thrown off university courses and ordered to leave the UK after a currency crisis left them struggling to pay tuition fees on time.

Somalia: Turkey to Build $6m Somali Embassy in Ankara

[Shabelle] Ankara -- Turkey is set to construct and donate an embassy building and a plot of land to Somalia at a cost estimated to reach over $6m, according to a deal submitted to the Turkish parliament on Monday.

'Just the beginning' - Atalanta's Nigerian hat-trick hero Lookman

Ademola Lookman etched himself into Atalanta folklore with a Europa League final hat-trick that he says didn’t catch him by surprise – although boss Gian Piero Gasperini admitted nobody could have expected his progress.

Nigeria: Mental Health Concerns for Orphaned Girls in Niger State - Who Protects Their Welfare and Rights?

[Nigeria Health Watch] Many Nigerians were surprised by Barrister Abdulmalik Sarkindaji's controversial attempt to marry off 100 orphaned girls in Niger State, all of whom lost their parents in banditry attacks in the Mariga Local Government Area. Beyond the legal and ethical dimension of this ...

South Africa: South African Fishers Join Green Connection in Landmark Climate Case Against TotalEnergies

[The Green Connection] This week, The Green Connection and small-scale fishers from South Africa are in Paris France to support French NGOs and climate change victims as they file a criminal case against TotalEnergies' board of directors and shareholders " for their contribution to climate ...

Zambia: Opposition Figure Sentenced for 'Defaming President'

[HRW] Johannesburg -- The conviction and sentencing of a leading opposition member to 18 months in prison with hard labor will have a broad chilling effect on the right to freedom of expression in Zambia, Human Rights Watch said today.

Zimbabwe: Harare Businessman Nyandoro Gives Notice to Apply for Discharge

[263Chat] Businessman Ronald Nyandoro's lawyer Mr Admire Rubaya has given the State a notice that he intends to file an application for discharge after it closed it's case.

Nigeria: Govt Bans Smoking, Ritual Killings in Movies, Music Videos, Skits

[Premium Times] "We will work with the industry to see how we achieve zero, completely smoke-free Nollywood."

Africa: As East Africa Grows, Southern Africa Is Being Left Behind

[ISS] Why is Southern Africa's economic growth the worst of all Africa's regions, while East Africa is number one?

Nigeria: One-Year-Old Ghanaian Boy Makes Guinness World Records As World's Youngest Male Artist

[Vanguard] A Ghanaian boy, Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah, has made the Guinness World Records as the world's youngest male artist at the age of 1 year 152 days.

Liberia: Africa Surfing Tour 2024 Kicks Off in Robertsports Today

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Grand Cape Mount County will be the place of attraction when international Surfing stars come together to compete in the African surfing Tour.

Nigeria: Kaduna Ginger Farmers Count Losses As Disease Ravages Crop, Ruins Livelihood

[Premium Times] Kaduna ginger farmers are struggling to get back on their feet after an infection devastated their crops last year

Liberia: Central Bank Clarifies Deputy Governor Nyemadi Pearson Was Not Officer-in-Charge in 2019, Admits Questionable Disbursements Were Part of Broader Challenges

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- When then-President George Weah announced in May 2019 that Nathaniel Patray, the tough-talking Executive Governor of the Central Bank, was stepping down due to age-related issues, it sent shockwaves through the public and the banking sector. Little did the public ...

Africa: Italy's Giorgia Meloni Woos Africa

[ISS] The far-right Italian Prime Minister has reached out to Africa - but is it only about immigration?

Rwanda: Kwibuka30 - Japanese Envoy Vows to Advocate for Rwanda's Peace Efforts

[New Times] Kiyoto Tsuji, the State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, visited Kigali Genocide Memorial on Thursday, May 23, to pay tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.

Orphans married off in Nigeria after mass wedding outcry

At least 100 young women were married off in individual ceremonies in north-western Nigeria.

Nigeria: Drama As Binance Executive, Gambaryan, Collapses in Court Over Alleged Ill-Health

[Vanguard] There was a mild drama at a Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, as detained Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan, who is facing a money laundering charge, slumped in the open court over alleged ill-health.

South Africa in eight charts ahead of crucial vote

The BBC tracks the crucial issues facing South Africans ahead of the 29 May general election.

Nigeria: 'I'll Be Back in August', Inside Details of Ado Bayero's Last Trip As Emir

[Daily Trust] In what could be termed as his last official outing, the ousted Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, was in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, on Wednesday, while his fate was being decided by the Kano State House of Assembly.

Kenya: Kenya Secures Sh132.3bn Deal to Boost Digital Economy

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya has secured a sh132.3 billion deal to boost its digital economy ecosystem.

Mother's joy as one-year-old Ghanaian named world's youngest male artist

The Ghanaian toddler broke the record at the tender age of one year and 152 days.

World ignoring risk of Sudan genocide - UN expert

Sudan is facing a genocide as the world's attention is focused on Ukraine and Gaza, a UN expert warns.

US woos Kenya's Ruto with starry State Dinner

It is the first State Dinner at the White House for an African president in 16 years.

Kenya: Kenya to Receive 8 Hueys, 8 MD-500s Choppers From the U.S.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya is set to receive 16 US-manufactured helicopters to bolster its ability to provide regional peace.

Nigeria: Despite Court Order, Sanusi in Kano, to Receive Letter of Reinstatement

[Premium Times] A title holder in Kano emirate, Aminu Dan'agundi, filed the suit to challenge the government's decision.

West Africa: Mali Silences Critics With Harsh Sentences, Including Etienne Fakaba Sissoko

[MFWA] A court in Mali has handed a two-year prison sentence to Dr Etienne Fakaba Sissoko to crown two months of harassment of the economist and lecturer of the University of Bamako. The court also fined Dr Sissoko 3 million CFA Francs (about $4,900) in damages.

Rwanda: Muslims to Elect New Mufti of Rwanda On Sunday

[New Times] The Rwanda Muslims Community will on Sunday, May 26, elect a new Mufti to replace Sheikh Salim Hitimana, who has led the community since 2016.

Kenya: U.S. Elevates Security Relationship With Kenya At State Visit

[VOA] The White House -- The United States will designate Kenya as its first major non-NATO ally in sub-Saharan Africa, the White House said as President Joe Biden on Thursday welcomed President William Ruto for a state visit. The significant strategic move signals the shifting of U.S. security ...

South Africa: Massive Opposition Grows as South Africa and France Protest TotalEnergies Offshore Oil and Gas Projects

[The Green Connection] Paris, France and Johannesburg -- During the week of TotalEnergies' Annual General Meeting (AGM) (to be held today 24 May 2024) and Africa Day, protesters in both South Africa and France continue voicing their collective opposition to the multinationals' ongoing offshore ...

Africa: Africa Home to Nearly Half of Global Displaced Population, IDMC Reports

[VOA] Nairobi, Kenya -- A record 75.9 million people are living in internal displacement due to conflict, and nearly half that number is in sub-Saharan Africa, according to a recent report.

Nigeria: Pandemonium As Thugs Attack Anti-Ganduje Protesters At APC Headquarters

[Leadership] The All Progressives Congress (APC) national secretariat in Abuja was thrown into a state of pandemonium on Thursday as suspected thugs descended on a group of protesters who stormed the party's headquarters demanding the resignation of its national chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.

'South Africa trusts me' - Jacob Zuma talks to the BBC

The BBC's Anne Soy questions the former leader about corruption allegations that have dogged his career.

Africa: African Standby Force Turns 20 - Has It Helped Keep the Peace? the Pros and Cons

[The Conversation Africa] It's been 20 years since the African Standby Force was established by the African Union (AU). The standby force is mandated to implement the AU's right to intervene in African situations that require military force. This year, the AU is reviewing the force's successes ...

Nigeria: Our Revenue Sources Have Dried Up - Kaduna Govt

[Daily Trust] The Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), Chairman, Mr. Jerry Adams, has stated that major sources of revenue for the state have dried up, hence the need for out-of-the-box innovations to identify revenue potential and block leakages.

Liberia: President Boakai Convenes Maiden Cabinet Retreat Amid Public Anger Over Rising Price of Basic Commodities and Allegations of Corruption

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- President Joseph Boakai Thursday told cabinet officials that the capacity of his government does not lie in how officials wear their titles on their sleeves and exert power, but they should demonstrate selflessly as a unit, bearing in mind that the work they ...

‘It's possible to regain the forest we once had’

A project in Mozambique is trying to reverse the alarming rate of deforestation there.

Cote d'Ivoire: Coopération commerciale Les échanges commerciaux avec la Suisse s'élèvent à environ 1,8 milliards d'euros

[allAfrica] Les échanges commerciaux entre la Côte d'Ivoire et la Suisse s'élèvent à environ 1,8 milliards d'euros, a annoncé le ministre du Commerce et de l'Industrie, Dr Souleymane Diarrassouba, le jeudi 23 mai 2024, à son cabinet à Abidjan-Plateau. Il s'exprimait à l'occasion d'une ...

Malawi: Chithyola Smiles As World Bank Pumps Yet Another K140bn Fiscal Support to Malawi

[Nyasa Times] The Board of Executive Directors of the International Development Association (IDA), a subsidiary of the World Bank, has approved on an absence-of objection basis a grant in the amount of US$80 million to the Republic of Malawi for the Fiscal Governance Program for Results.

Nigeria: Tinubu Secured $20bn Investment to Revolutionise Agriculture, Economy - Shettima

[Premium Times] Mr Shettima said that these investments include $14 billion from India and $250 million from the Netherlands, with commitments of $500 million each for lithium development in Nasarawa State and from Germany.

Nigeria: How Lawmakers Accelerated, Passed Bill to Change Nigeria's National Anthem

[Premium Times] The National Anthem bill was passed on Thursday after it scaled first second and third reading at the same sitting.

Tunisia: Tunis Court Sentences 2 Journalists to 1 Year in Prison, Prevents Hearing Coverage

[CPJ] New York -- The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Tunisian authorities to immediately and unconditionally release radio journalists Borhen Bssais and Mourad Zghidi after a Tunis court convicted them on May 22 of defamation and spreading false news, and sentenced them to one year ...

Nigeria: Govt Wants to Revamp Tax System, Not Overburden Nigerians - Shettima

[Daily Trust] Vice President Kashim Shettima has restated the commitment of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration to revamping the nation's tax system without overburdening Nigerians.

Nigeria: Amid Coalition Talks - Atiku Declares Interest in 2027 Presidential Election

[Daily Trust] Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said he will continue to vie for the number one office in the land as long as he is alive and healthy.

Guinea: Guinea Revokes Broadcast Licenses of 6 Media Outlets

[CPJ] Dakar -- Guinean authorities should immediately reinstate the media licenses for six blocked outlets and allow them to resume broadcasting freely after months of censorship, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Thursday.

Zambia: Uproar Over Zambia's Plan to Regulate Online Broadcasting

[DW] The Zambian government's recent announcement that it will require licencing of online media has raised concern among rights activists who say it is an infringement on freedom of expression and speech.

West Africa: Ecowas Parliament Elects First Female Speaker

[Daily Trust] The parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has elected its first ever female speaker.

West Africa: Nigeria's Hydra-Headed Cybercrime Act Retains Its Venom Despite Amendment

[MFWA] The line between online journalism and cybercrime remains blurred, even after amendments to Nigeria's Cybercrime Act intended to bring clarity to the law in respect of online journalistic publications.

Uganda: Cheptegei Announces Plans to Quit Track Racing for Marathons

[Observer] Uganda's three-time World champion, Joshua Cheptegei has stepped up preparations for the forthcoming Olympics in Paris but also announced that this could be the last time he is seen competing at track events.

South Africa: South Africa 2024 - What Are Parties Promising On Energy and Climate?

[African Arguments] Some parties' manifestos fall shorter than others. Some fall so far short they would arguably take us backwards.

White horses and sunset swims: Africa's top shots

A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this week.

Kenya: Raila Heads to UK for Keynote Address At Oxford University

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Azimio leader Raila Odinga has departed for the United Kingdom to deliver a keynote address at the University of Oxford following an invitation by the Oxford Africa Society.

Nigeria: Where Are the Benefits of Increased FAAC Allocations in Our States?

[Premium Times] Without prejudice to the efforts of a few of you, Mr Governors, a lot needs to be done to address the current hardship in the land.

South Africa: Gold Mine Pollution Is Poisoning Soweto's Water and Soil - Study

[The Conversation Africa] For 140 years, gold mines in Johannesburg, South Africa have been leaking wastewater contaminated with heavy metals. The acid mine drainage from Johannesburg's estimated 278 abandoned mines and 200 mine dumps includes uranium (a radioactive metal), toxic arsenic, ...

Africa: Ruto and Obama Discuss Africa's Future in Landmark Washington Meeting

[Capital FM] Washington, D.C. -- Kenyan President William Ruto and former U.S. President Barack Obama have held extensive talks on key issues affecting Africa, focusing on democratic developments, climate change, and security challenges. The meeting took place at Blair House on Wednesday during ...

Nigeria: Lawmakers Pass Bill to Revert to Old National Anthem

[Premium Times] The bill passed through first, second and third reading on Thursday amidst the opposition from some lawmakers.

US names Kenya major ally as Russian influence grows in Africa

Kenyan President William Ruto is currently on a US state visit, the first in 16 years for an African leader.

Africa: 'Now Is the Time to Unleash Africa's Peace Power' Guterres Tells Security Council

[UN News] Peace is the key to unlocking Africa's future and for strengthening the continent's voice and influence in building peace globally, UN Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council on Thursday.

Somalia: A Wave of Cooperation - Somalia and Oman Forge a Partnership in the Fisheries Sector

[Shabelle] Oman -- In a significant move towards enhancing the development of Somalia's fisheries sector, the Federal Republic of Somalia and the Sultanate of Oman have recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

Biden welcomes Kenya's leader as US under pressure in Africa

Kenya's William Ruto becomes the first African leader to make an official state visit to the US in 15 years.

Nigeria: Over 9,000 Terrorists, Bandits Killed in One Year - Defence Minister

[Daily Trust] The Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, says no fewer than 9,300 bandits and insurgents have been killed in the last one year.

Kenya: President Ruto Urges U.S. to Lead Global Debt Relief Efforts

[Capital FM] Washington, D.C. -- Kenyan President William Ruto has called on the United States to spearhead a comprehensive plan to alleviate global debt distress. During a joint press conference with U.S. President Joe Biden at the White House on Thursday, Ruto emphasized the need for the U.S. ...

Ghana: Geag Worried Over Mining in Beleaguered Forest Reserves

[Ghanaian Times] Ghana Environmental Advocacy Group (GEAG) has reiteratedits firm opposition to the Minerals Commission's issuance of licenses to companies to mine in the country's already beleaguered Forest Reserves.

Kenya: President Ruto Launches Plan to Revamp Nairobi

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has launched a plan that will tackle the economic growth challenges related to urban land use and transport planning in the Nairobi metropolitan.

Nigeria: Aviation Minister, Predecessor Clash Over Emirates' Return to Nigeria

[Premium Times] The former aviation minister, Osita Chidoka, said the Emirate's return to Nigeria is a reminder of the deepening lack of Nigeria's "national pride" in the world

Sudan: Sudan - Urgent International Action Needed to Stop Mass Atrocities in Threatened Darfur City

[AI London] Rapid Support Forces and militias surround El Fasher, the only capital city in Darfur free of RSF control'The conflict is having a devastating toll on civilians' - Tigere Chagutah

Nigeria: Timeline - From Palace to Exile, How Sanusi Regained the Throne

[Daily Trust] On March 10, 2020, ex-Governor Abdullahi Ganduje deposed Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi as Emir of Kano. This was after several attempts were made to reconcile the duo, In an interview with Voice of America (VOA) Hausa, Abdulsalami Abubakar, former military Head of State, had said the ...

Kenya: Could Kenya Be the Next Refugee Rights Champion?

[The New Humanitarian] London -- 'While the Kenyan government has not yet addressed citizenship rights for refugees, it has shown signs of adopting more progressive refugee policies.'

Kenya: Biden Says Kenya in Line to Be First Sub-Saharan Nato Ally

[DW] Kenyan President William Ruto is the first African leader to make a state visit to Washington since 2008. US President Joe Biden announced Kenya would be made a major non-NATO ally .

South Africa: Election Manifestos - South Africa According to the Political Parties Rivalling the Big Three

[Africa Check] Election manifestos: South Africa according to the political parties rivalling the big three

Kenya: Silent Red-Eyes Disease Ravaging Busia Citizens

[Capital FM] Teso -- An uproar among Busia residents as the Re-eye disease spreads rapidly within the County with doctors now raising an alarm over the outbreak which has become a major concern causing fear among the residents.

Congo-Kinshasa: Prominent Activist Gloria Sengha Abducted

[HRW] Nairobi -- Grave Concern for Gloria Sengha's Possible Enforced Disappearance

Kenya: KQ Expects Flight Delays to Ease As Engine Components Arrive

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya Airways (KQ) network is gradually returning to normal after the unscheduled grounding of two of its 787 Dreamliners, which disrupted various passengers flight schedules.

Nigeria: Reps Pass Bill to Return Nigeria to Old National Anthem

[Vanguard] The House of Representatives on Thursday passed a bill proposing that the country return back to reciting the old National Anthem.

Nigeria: Bill to Change Nigeria's National Anthem Passes Second Reading At Senate

[Premium Times] The bill seeks to revert to the old anthem, which was adopted at independence in 1960.

Basketball Africa League targets women's expansion

The Basketball Africa League is working on a plan to start a women’s tournament in partnership with world governing body Fiba.

Nigeria: SFH, Taraba Govt Empower 87 Indigent Persons Living With HIV

[Premium Times] N70,000 cash was given to each of the 87 beneficiaries as seed grant after an assessment of the viability of their business plans.

Kenya: Tea Factories in Gusii Region Gear Up for Polls

[Capital FM] Kisii -- Tea factories in Kisii are gearing up for elections as incumbent directors seek re-election.

Nigeria: Lawmakers Pass Law to Abolish Four Kano Emirates

[Premium Times] The bill scraps Bichi, Rano, Gaya, and Karaye emirates

Nigeria: AU, UNESCO Seek Action On 100 Million Out-of-School Children

[Daily Trust] The African Union (AU) and the United Nations Education, Science and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) have expressed concerns over the alarming number of out-of-school children in Africa.

Kenya: Lawmakers Question Procedure in Investing Housing Levy Billions in Treasury Bills

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Members of Parliament have questioned the procedure used by the Ministry of Housing to invest Sh20 billion collected from the housing levy fund in Treasury Bills raising concerns on the safety of the investment.

Liberia: Boakai Insists No Rise In Price of Staple Rice

[New Dawn] Reports of an increase in the price of rice have stirred anger among Liberians, and many have been reminding the government that the nation's staple food is recorded as one of the causes of the past civil conflict.

Kenya: Missing Kenyan Mountaineer Cheruiyot Kirui Found Dead Near Mt Everest Summit

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Missing Kenyan mountaineer Cheruiyot Kirui has been found dead a few meters below Mt Everest summit.

Zimbabwe: Zanu-PF Calls for Mnangagwa's Third Term in Office Derail Gains of Constitution - Rights Watchdog

[New Zimbabwe] CIVIC society organisations have described calls by Zanu PF for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to run for a third term as "unfortunate and illegal".

Djibouti: Memorandums Of Understanding Between The World Bank And The Forum Of African State Inspectors General

[InfoWire] The State Inspector General of the Republic of Djibouti and Executive Secretary of the Forum des Inspections Générales d'État (FIGE), Mr HASSAN ISSA SULTAN signed two memorandum of understanding with the World Bank's Vice President for Integrity, Mr MOUHAMADOU DIAGNE this Tuesday, ...

Why Eritreans are at war with each other around the world

Rival groups are clashing abroad, leading some nations to ban Eritrean Independence Day celebrations.

Nigeria: Cancer Care in Nigeria After Tinubu's First Year As President

[Premium Times] "Recently, guidelines for the NHIA Act was launched ... which also provides funding for vulnerable Nigerians, including cancer patients."

Nigeria: Court Stops New Kano Emirate Law That Allows Sanusi Back

[Premium Times] The court adjourned the case to 3 June for hearing of the Fundamental Rights application

Sudan: At Least 16 Die in Sudan Air Force Bombing of Kabkabiya, North Darfur

[Dabanga] Kabkabiya -- Repeated airstrikes on Kabkabiya in North Darfur on Wednesday led to the death of 16 people, among them 12 children. Dozens of others were injured. Nine houses were demolished.

Nigeria: NBA Gives Members Security Assurances for Kano Conference Amid Emirate Crisis

[Premium Times] NBA says it has received safety assurances from relevant authorities in Kano.

Basketball Africa League looks to boost women's game

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is working with world governing body Fiba to nurture female talent and grow the sport on the continent.

Nigeria: Music Review - Despite Featuring Fireboy, Joeboy, Others, ID Cabasa's 'Olufunmi' Reimagined Still Lacks Punch

[Premium Times] The original Styl Plus' "Olufunmi" thrives on its emotional honesty and lyrical depth, capturing the listener's heart with sincere and desperate pleas.

Nigeria: One Dead, Five Rescued As Mosque Collapses in Lagos

[Premium Times] The mosque on Yusuf Street, off Ladipo Road, Papa Ajao, collapsed while prayer was ongoing.

Peacekeeping police to arrive in Haiti in three weeks - Kenya president tells BBC

The BBC sat down with Kenya's president during his three-day trip to Washington DC to talk about Haiti and other crises.

Uganda: NUP 'Endorsing Violence' Against Journalists

[Nile Post] The Greater Masaka Journalists Association (GREMAJA) has condemned a statement by the National Unity Platform (NUP), terming it as "derogatory and disrespectful" towards journalists.

Mozambique: Supporters Protest Against Ossufo Momade

[AIM] Maputo -- Across Mozambique, members and supporters of the main opposition party, Renamo, are protesting at the re-election of Ossufo Momade as leader of the party, by demonstrating outside Renamo offices and handing back Renamo flags and T-shirts.

Liberia: Pro-Temp Rejects Boakai's Nominees in Margibi

[New Dawn] Senate President Pro-Tempore Nyonblee Kangar Lawrence, rejects all sixteen nominees from President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to form part of the local government of Margibi County.

Uganda: Men Still Dominate Uganda's Party Politics - Women's Participation Is Mostly Cosmetic

[The Conversation Africa] Electoral gender quotas in Uganda - first introduced in 1989 - have increased women's numbers in Uganda's parliament to 34%. Today there are 189 women out of 557 members of parliament.

Uganda: Criminalizing Civil Disputes Amounts to Abuse of Legal Process, Says Judge

[Nile Post] The Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has been asked to desist from charging litigants in civil matters with criminal offenses to mitigate abuse of legal process and reduce case backlog.

'I just want what the white people have' - what happened to Cynthia's dream in South Africa

The BBC's Fergal Keane returns to South Africa to follow up on a woman's story that stuck with him for over 30 years.

Gambia: First Quarter Remittance in 2024 Stands At Usd203.7m

[The Point] The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of The Central Bank of The Gambia on Thursday disclosed that the diaspora remittance inflows amounted to US$203.7 million in the first quarter of 2024 representing a 12.4% percent increase from the previous year.

Ghana: Brig-Gen Ayorrogo Tours Customs Borders in Volta Region

[Ghanaian Times] The newly-appointed Commissioner of Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Customs Division, Brigadier General Ziblim Ayorrogo, says the division remains unwavering in its commitment to collaborating and working with officers at the country's borders to mobilise more revenue for the nation.

The Deadly Prelude to South Africa’s First Free Elections

The vote in 1994 was a time of hope — but in the weeks before, the country came close to the abyss. A photographer remembers what he witnessed.

Some 160 villagers reported taken in deadly raid in Nigeria

Nigerian officials say gunmen spent hours in the village and had time to drink tea before abducting people.

Africa: Global Health Summit Faces Huge Challenge - How Will We Afford Growing Cost of Essential Healthcare?

[allAfrica] Approximately 4.5 billion people (over half of the global population) do not have access to essential health services, according to the WHO and World Bank report tracking "significant" progress towards universal health coverage (UHC) by 2030.

Southern Africa: Southern Africa Worst Hit By Climate Change

[VOA] Windhoek -- The Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management (SASSCAL) met in Namibia's capital on Thursday to discuss ways to blunt the impact of rising temperatures in the region.

Africa: USAID and OCP Forge Partnership to Revolutionize Agriculture

[OCP] In a landmark move for African agricultural advancement, USAID and OCP Group, the world leader in plant nutrition solutions and phosphate-based fertilizers, have partnered to tackle critical barriers hindering Africa's agricultural potential.

I had to abandon my brother's body as bombs fell in besieged Sudan city

El Fasher residents in the firing line as satellite images show camp targeted by paramilitary fighters.

Comoros: Comoros President Sworn in for Fourth Term After Disputed Poll

[RFI] Comoros President Azali Assoumani has pledged to work for peace and rapidly grow the economy as he was sworn in for his fourth term in office, following a tense January election which his opponents claim was tainted by voter fraud.

Pomp and drama as deposed Nigerian emir returns to throne

Muhammadu Sanusi II is reinstated after being dethroned four years ago for "insubordination".

Nigeria: Ex-Beauty Queen Spearheads Environmental Awareness Project in Lagos

[Premium Times] The ex-beauty queen says the focus is on the highly impressionable younger generation.

Nigeria: Ibrahim Lamorde, Ex-EFCC Chairman, Is Dead

[Premium Times] Born on 20 December 1962, Ibrahim Lamorde joined the Nigerian Police in 1986 and retired as a Deputy Inspector General of Police

Burkina Faso extends military rule by five years

Military ruler Capt Ibrahim Traoré breaks his promise to restore civillian rule by 1 July this year.

Africa: African Development Bank At the 10th World Water Forum - Showcasing Commitment to Facilitating Access to Water and Sanitation Resources in Africa

[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The African Development Bank Group will highlight the importance of preparation, financing and coordination for water, sanitation and hygiene initiatives across Africa at the 10th World Water Forum in Bali, Indonesia. The Bank and the African Water Facility's ...

Mozambique: HCB and Zambezi Valley Agency Launch Project to Boost Agriculture

[AIM] Maputo -- Hidroelectrica de Cahora Bassa (HCB), the company that operates the Cahora Bassa dam on the Zambezi River, in the western Mozambican province of Tete, and the Zambezi Valley Agency have launched a project aimed at boosting the development of agriculture and livestock.

Kenya: U.S. Embassy in Nairobi Bolsters Staff for Visa Processing After Ruto's Visit

[White House] Today, President Biden welcomes President Ruto of Kenya for a State Visit and Dinner to celebrate and deepen ties between our two nations. This visit marks 60 years of official U.S.-Kenya partnership. This partnership is founded on shared values, deep cooperation, and a common ...

Gambia: Cyber Crime - Police Arrest 7 Nigerians

[Foroyaa] Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police, Modou Musa Sisawo, the spokesperson of the Gambia Police Force, said the Anti-Crime Unit of the force Saturday, during their routine patrol, arrested seven (7) Nigerians aged between 19 and 40 years for alleged involvement in cyber-related crimes.

Liberia: Boakai Permits Two Months of Unprocessed Rubber Export

[New Dawn] President Joseph Nyumah Boakai has immediately permitted the export of unprocessed natural rubber for two months (sixty days) as of 22 May 2024, the date Executive Order No. 133 was issued.

Kenya: Court Orders Carrefour to Refund Supplier Amid Abuse of Buyer Power

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has welcomed the High Court's ruling in a case against Majid Al Futtaim hypermarkets operating under the brand name Carrefour, where the supermarket chain was found guilty of abusing its buyer power against one of its former ...

Nigeria: Insecurity - Military Eliminates 253 Terrorists, Kidnappers - Arrests 187 Others in One Week

[Vanguard] Troops of the Nigerian Military fighting against insecurity in the country, neutralized 253 terrorists, kidnappers and other criminal elements and arrested 187 others in the last one week.

Kenya: Doctors At Mbagathi Hospital Perform the First Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Mbagathi level 5 Hospital has recorded another historic milestone after conducting its first-ever complex reconstructive plastic surgery.

Ghana: Man Accused of Robbing Widow of Former Veep Amissah-Arthur, Others Denied Bail Again

[Ghanaian Times] The man, who allegedly robbed a former Second Lady, Mrs Matilda Amissah-Arthur, and other persons, has again been denied bail by the Accra High Court.

Is ANC conquering or struggling in South Africa poll?

The governing party wraps up its campaign for a seventh term with a rally in Soweto.

Nigeria: Tinubu's Administration Faced 625 Court Cases in 12 Months, AGF Reveals

[Vanguard] The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, on Friday, disclosed that the President Bola Tinubu-led administration faced a total of 625 court cases in the past 12 months.

Africa: New UAE Visa Rules Set to Hit African Travellers, Airlines

[Business Day Africa] The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced stringent measures to deter individuals from entering the Gulf nation as visitors and subsequently working without the necessary documents.

CCTV reveals lion taking dog from family home

Jaci the rottweiler had been with the family for nearly two years and leaves her twin Laser behind.

Cote d'Ivoire: Coopération - Alassane Ouattara s'est envolé pour la France puis en Corée

[allAfrica] Le Président de la République, Alassane Ouattara a quitté Abidjan le samedi 25 mai 2024, pour un séjour en France puis en Corée, où il prendra part, à l'invitation de son homologue de Corée, Yoon Suk-Yeol, au premier sommet Corée-Afrique, prévu du 3 au 5 juin 2024. ...

Nigeria: Flood Damages INEC Office in Edo Four Months to Governorship Election

[Premium Times] "The flood damaged a section of the building. It destroyed voters registration machines and other items."

The influencers rallying South Africa's youth to vote

With 42% of voters under 40, the younger demographic could play a big role in Wednesday's poll.

Nigeria: Tinubu's Policies Necessary but Wrongly Implemented - Obasanjo

[Daily Trust] Former President Olusegun Obasanjo yesterday rated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's one year in office low, saying his administration has failed to find the right way to handle the economy to engender confidence and trust for investors to start investing in Nigeria.

Nigeria: Govt Sues 36 Governors, Seeks Full Autonomy for LGs

[Daily Trust] The federal government has asked the Supreme Court to void the alleged misconduct of 36 states in withholding local government funds.

Nigeria: NBA Decries Role of Soldiers in Kano Emirate Crisis

[Premium Times] NBA says it's not within the powers of the Nigerian Army to deploy troops to enforce court orders.

Nigeria: Atiku Blames Tinubu for Kano Emirate Crisis

[Premium Times] "We need to remind the Tinubu administration that Kano State is known for peace and harmony spanning thousands of years and any attempt to destabilise the peace of the Land of Commerce shall be resisted."

Gambia: Magistrate Krubally Fines Two Liberians D1 Million

[Foroyaa] Principal Magistrate Muhammed Kurubally of the Banjul Magistrate's Court has convicted two (2) nationals of Liberia - Jonathan Papafloma and Wilfred Sayee - for forging the Dalasi notes.

Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso's Junta Extends Rule for Another Five Years

[DW] The army has ruled Burkina Faso since 2022, a country ravaged by growing attacks by Islamist militants.

Kenya: Kenya's Khat Farmers Face Ksh10m Monthly Loss Amid Mombasa Ban

[Business Day Africa] Kenya's Muguka (khat) farmers face losses of at least Ksh 10 million per month following Mombasa County's ban on the sale of the stimulant in the coastal city.

Nigeria: Kano Governor Defies Court On Emir Reinstatement, Says Sanusi Victimised By Ganduje

[Premium Times] Mr Yusuf said Mr Lamido's dethronement in 2020 was not the wish of the Kano people

Nigeria: How Nigerian, French Navy Deepened Shared Commitment in Enhancing Maritime Security

[This Day] To underscore their shared commitment in enhancing maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea (GoG) waters through hydrography, French Navy

Nigeria: Federal Govt Sues 36 Governors At Supreme Court Over LG Autonomy

[Premium Times] Efficient governance at the third tier of government has been hampered by the overbearing influence of state governors who retain funds meant for them in joint accounts in the respective states.

East Africa: Horn of Africa Droughts - How a Network of Groundwater Bores Could Help - Study

[The Conversation Africa] The Horn of Africa recently suffered its worst drought in almost half a century, and its sixth failed rainfall season in a row.

Gambia: 'No Medical Value' - Activist Cautions Parliament Against Reversing FGM Ban

[allAfrica] Monrovia -- A prominent campaigner against female genital mutilation urged Gambian MPs not to reverse the 2015 ban that the country's former president Yahya Jammeh signed into law. Jaha Dukureh, founder of the women's rights group Safe Hands For Girls in Gambia said genital cutting ...

Zimbabwe: State Media Unfreeze 'Ban' On Winky D - Move a Strategy to Woo Audience

[New Zimbabwe] STATE media, the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC), has lifted the 'ban' on Zimdancehall artist Winky D from its airwaves.

Kenya: Kenya's Ruto Visits Washington - a New Era of Diplomacy?

[DW] For the first time in 15 years, an African leader is making a state visit to the US. This week Kenya's President William Ruto took the historic step. But what's next for the strategic alliance?

Gambia: We Will Jealously Safeguard Our Waters, Deter Irregular Migration - CDS

[The Point] Lieutenant General Mamat O. Cham, the Chief of Defence Staff of The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF), has underscored the significance of protecting the country's seas from illegal activities.

Nigeria: Tribunal Affirms Uzodimma's Election As Imo Gov, Dismisses LP's Petition

[Vanguard] The Imo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal has affirmed the election of Hope Uzodimma as Imo State Governor.

Kenya’s non-Nato ally status is crucial for regional security

Kenya is the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to enter the special military alliance with the US.

Kenya: Bench Reinstates Sh10mn Car Grant for Judges Overruling SRC

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A three-judge bench of the High Court has ordered the reinstatement of a Sh10 million grant payable to judges every four years overlooking the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

Cynthia voted for Nelson Mandela. Now she's abandoning his successors

The ruling ANC party has not delivered the change in South Africa that some had hoped for.

Ethiopia: Amid Diplomatic Tensions, U.S. Ambassador Describes Ethiopia-Us Relations As 'Strong'

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- In the wake of a recent policy address delivered by U.S. Ambassador Ervin J. Massinga, which the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs characterized as "ill-advised" and containing "uninformed assertions," Ambassador Massinga sought to assure continued positive ...

Gambia: Gambia Files Reply Brief to ICJ

[The Point] H.E. President Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of The Gambia and Chair of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, has approved for The Gambia to file a Reply Brief to the ICJ in The Hague.

Liberia: Over 6000 Households to Benefit From Solar Energy

[New Dawn] After signing a grant agreement between the two institutions, over six thousand households in rural communities are expected to benefit from solar energy power from two firms: Rural and Renewable Energy Agency and Rural Solar Incorporated.

South Sudan: South Sudan Unprepared for Credible Elections With Seven Months Left

[Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission] The Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) has on Thursday, May 23 2024, convened its 35th monthly meeting in Juba.

The ex-con, illegal guns and the fear of Kenya's police

As Kenya struggles with violent crime an ex-convict tries to persuade men to turn in their weapons.

Nigeria: Tinubu - One Year On

[This Day] There is light at the end of the tunnel, reckons Allison Abanum

Mozambique: Authorities Capture Four Terrorists in Mocímboa DA Praia

[AIM] Maputo -- The Mozambican Defence Forces and their allies captured four Islamist terrorists, on Tuesday, on the outskirts of Mocímboa da Praia town, in the northern Mozambican province of Cabo Delgado.

Africa: Genetically Modified 'Friendly' Mosquitoes Released in Fight Against Malaria

[allAfrica] Djibouti is feeling a new buzz - mosquitoes fighting other mosquitoes - in their fight against malaria

Nigeria: Emirate Tussle - Protesters Hit Kano Streets, Demand Bayero's Return

[Daily Trust] Supporters of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, yesterday staged peaceful demonstrations, demanding his return.

Sudan: Genocide Advisor Briefs UN Security Council On 'Genocide in Sudan'

[Dabanga] New York -- The UN Special Advisor on the Prevention of Genocide, Alice Wairimu Nderitu, on Wednesday briefed the Security Council in New York on the ongoing armed conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. She raised the alarm, saying ...

Zimbabwe: Journalists Welcome Media Practitioners' Bill

[The Herald] Zimbabwe Union of Journalists (ZUJ) and the Zimbabwe National Editors Forum (ZINEF) have welcomed Cabinet's approval of the principles of the Media Practitioners' Bill, which among other things, seeks to promote the independence and co-regulation of media practitioners.

Uganda: We Act Within the Law - Police On Blocking NUP Mobilisation Tours

[Nile Post] Police have said they will continue blocking rallies and mobilization tours for the opposition National Unity Platform as long as they continue to disregard the law.

Nigeria: Beyond Muslim-Muslim Ticket - Tinubu's One Year of Religious Inclusivity

[Premium Times] Critics had earlier argued that the exclusion of a Christian vice-presidential candidate might lead to feelings of marginalisation and discord.

130 people die at Sudan hospital amid city siege

Hospitals and markets in El Fasher are experiencing "violent artillery shelling", a resident says.

South Africa: Which Party Promises the Best Climate Strategy?

[GroundUp] The EFF has the most comprehensive policy but it is not a good one

Nigeria: Third Mainland Bridge Section Closed for Repairs

[Premium Times] The controller said that the closure was to enable the ministry to carry out urgent repairs on the bridge.

Nigeria: Why Lagos-Calabar Highway Reverted to Gazetted Route - Works Minister

[Premium Times] The development is not necessarily because of pushback from the communities affected, but solely due to President Bola Tinubu's intervention, Mr Umahi said.

Liberia: Excitement and Hope As First Batch of Liberian Refugees Arrive Home From Ghana

[FrontPageAfrica] Loguatuo, Nimba County -- The first batch of approximately 750 Liberian refugees from the Buduburam Refugees Camp in Ghana Friday arrived in the country via the Loguatuo border.

Nigeria: Children's Day - No Child Should Be Born With HIV - NACA

[Leadership] In commemoration of this year's Children's Day, the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has said that no child deserves to be born with HIV, especially in an era marked by advanced technology and innovation.

Uganda: Kagadi, a New District Reeling From MPs 'Who Have Arrived'

[Nile Post] Local leaders in Kagadi are running disillusioned with the character of legislators they voted into Parliament. They say nothing is being done to set the new district on a socio-economic journey but so much of 'arrivalism' is on show.

South Africa: Thousands March in Cape Town in Support of ICJ Order Against Israel

[GroundUp] Case to stop Israeli attack on Rafah was brought by South African government

Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Promises War Veterans Improved Economic Prospects, Additional Benefits

[New Zimbabwe] PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has pledged to support and empower war veterans by providing them with improved economic opportunities, education, better healthcare, and additional benefits.

Nigeria: Soldiers Ambush Terrorists, Kill Six in Kaduna

[This Day] Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed no fewer than six terrorists during separate operations in Kaduna State.

Nigeria: Nigeria Needs $10bn Yearly Investment to Fund Energy Transition Till 2060 - Shettima

[This Day] Abuja -- Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that funding the energy transition in the country requires investments of over $10 billion per year from now to 2060.

Rwanda: Govt Set to Green Key Districts to Protect Nile River Sources From Pollution

[New Times] Greening the intersection of Nyamagabe, Ruhango, and Karongi districts will help curb pollution in Rwanda's rivers that flow into the River Nile, according to Minister for Environment, Jeanne d'Arc Mujawamariya.

Nigeria: Kano Emirate Tussle - Deployment of Soldiers Not to Enforce Judgement - Army

[Leadership] The Nigerian Army has explained that soldiers deployed to the Emir's palace in Nasarawa area of Kano were not there to enforce any court order in the emirate tussle.

Nigeria: Terrorists Kill Four Security Operatives, Seven Others in Niger Community

[This Day] Four members of the Joint Security Taskforce stationed in Kuchi community in Munya Local Government Area and three villagers were killed when terrorists invaded the community on Friday night.

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