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Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:30:23 GMT
Sudan: Refugees are Overwhelming Sudan Border Services Says UN Refugee Agency

[allAfrica] GENEVA -- After 20 months, there are no signs the war in Sudan is slowing down, and the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) warned Friday that the recent surge of arrivals in South Sudan is overwhelming services in border areas.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:09:03 GMT
South Africa: Who's Behind 16 Days of Activism Online?

[allAfrica] The 16 Days of Activism campaign was led by government and business accounts on South Africa X (formerly Twitter), according to a new report published by the Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC).

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:08:59 GMT
South Africa: How South African Women Navigate Gender Issues on TikTok

[allAfrica] The Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC) has released its latest report, Gender-Based Violence and Misogyny TikTok Analytics and Narrative Update in South Africa, on the online conversation regarding gender-based violence an...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:13:53 GMT
Chad: Chad Orders French Troops to Leave Within Six Weeks As Relations Sour

[RFI] French soldiers have been asked to leave Chad by 31 January, sources close to the government in Paris say - a deadline that RFI was able to confirm with Chadian authorities.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:39:42 GMT
Liberia: Fire Chief Suspects Gasoline in Capitol Blaze, Calls for Weeklong Probe

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Director of the Liberia National Fire Service (LNFS), G. Warsuwah Barvoul Sr., has revealed that an initial assessment of the fire at the Capitol Building indicates it was a Class-B fire--a flammable fire caused by s...

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Friday Dec 20 2024 18:51:56
News24 | Chinese men accused of running illegal gold mine in Congo

Seventeen Chinese men have been arrested on suspicion of running an illegal gold mine in Democratic Republic of Congo, authorities said there on Friday, as the government pressed on with a crackdown on

Friday Dec 20 2024 16:01:39
News24 | 'Enemy is next door': DR Congo town dreads advancing rebels

Life seems almost normal in the streets of Lubero but the calm is deceptive -- the town nestled in the forested, misty hills of eastern DR Congo is under threat from an advancing rebel militia.

Friday Dec 20 2024 09:52:40
News24 | Release South Sudan journalist Akop, media group urges

South Sudan has detained a leading journalist, an international media organisation said Friday as it urged his immediate release.

Thursday Dec 19 2024 17:30:56
News24 | Ghana's Supreme Court paves way for anti-LGBTQ law with jail for same-sex relations

Ghana's Supreme Court on Wednesday paved the way for a contested bill severely curtailing LGBTQ rights to become law after rejecting two bids to overturn it.

Thursday Dec 19 2024 17:19:41
News24 | Mozambique unrest: Ships cancelled, smelter hit

Post-election protests rocking Mozambique since late October have interrupted trade and hampered a major aluminium smelter, with the southeast African nation braced for more disruption next week.

Benin

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:14:53 GMT
Museum of Modern Art Set to Launch in Cotonou, Showcase Beninese Artists

[IPS] Cotonou, Benin -- Construction of the new Museum of Modern Art is underway in Cotonou, Benin's largest city. The museum, along with three others being built throughout the country, are part of the Beninese government's extensive plan to ramp up...

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 04:47:58 GMT
Benin to Give Nationality to Descendants of Those Deported As Slaves

[RFI] In Benin, the government has voted through a law offering nationality to "people with an African ancestor deported as part of the slave trade", with applications due to open in December.

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 07:22:37 GMT
Benin Must Stay One Step Ahead of Violent Extremists Using IEDs

[ISS] Attacks using improvised explosive devices are among the deadliest. They require flexible responses that match terror groups' changing tactics.

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:42:42 GMT
RSF Condemns The Presidential Interference Undermining Public Television's Editorial Independence

[RSF] Since January 2024, an editorial committee comprised of members of the office of the presidency and three ministries has tightly controlled the information broadcast on public television. News reports are sent to the committee for approval, and...

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:22:32 GMT
Boa Benin Doubles Shares After Capital Increase Amid Challenges

[Daba Finance] TLDR

Botswana

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:31:44 GMT
Botswana's New Administration Lifts Ban On SA Vegetable Imports

[SAnews.gov.za] International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, has welcomed Botswana's commitment to strengthening ties and promoting trade with South Africa.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:59:35 GMT
Botswana's Trade Deficit Conundrum

[The Patriot] Botswana has consistently recorded a trade deficit from September 2023 to September 2024, Statistics Botswana (SB) revealed in its International Merchandise and Trade Statistics Monthly (IMTS) September 2024 report. It is a monthly dige...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:00:27 GMT
'BDP Is Gone for Good' - Kgafela II

[The Patriot] Bakgatla Kgosikgolo Kgafela II has applauded his tribe and Batswana in general for voting Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) out of power, noting that the party will never to government. The jubilant Kgafela II addressed Bakgatla virtually...

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:06:08 GMT
Botswana President Rubbishes 'Baseless Claims' He Was Given 10 Ankole Cattle By Mnangagwa - Opposition Calls It a 'Dirty Gift'

[New Zimbabwe] Botswana President Duma Boko has rubbished claims that he was given 10 cattle of the elite Ankole breed by his Zimbabwean counterpart, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, during a recent SADC meeting in Harare.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 13:16:44 GMT
Botswana Leader Praises President

[The Herald] Botswana President Duma Boko and the SADC Secretariat expressed their trust in President Mnangagwa's leadership as Chairman of the regional bloc and believe the trajectory he is leading the region to will bring prosperity, growth and uni...

Burkina Faso

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 20:13:35 GMT
"A World out of Balance" - Sudan, South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Mali and Somalia On IRC Emergency Watchlist 2025

[IRC] New York -- Over 82% of those in global humanitarian need live in 20 countries at greatest risk of humanitarian deterioration in 2025. Sudan is now the biggest humanitarian crisis ever recorded, accounting for 10% of people in humanitarian need...

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:11:14 GMT
Ecowas Gives Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger 6 Months to Reconsider Exit

[Leadership] The Authority of Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS has given Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger six months, from January 29 to July 29, 2025, to reconsider their decision to exit the regional bloc.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:11:10 GMT
ECOWAS Approves Exit of Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso

[Daily Trust] The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS has approved the withdrawal of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso from the bloc from January 29, 2025.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 06:17:55 GMT
Ecowas Gives Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Six Months to Reconsider Withdrawal

[Premium Times] ECOWAS also extended the mandate of the presidents of Togo and Senegal to continue their mediation role up to the end of the transition period to bring the three member countries back.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:50:39 GMT
Niger - 39 Killed in Attacks Near Burkina Faso - Govt

[Daily Trust] Thirty-nine people have been killed in two attacks in recent days in western Niger, near the border with Burkina Faso, Niamey's defence ministry said Saturday.

Burundi

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:14:54 GMT
UNHCR, Governments of Burundi and Tanzania Reaffirm Their Commitment to Supporting Burundian Refugees Voluntary Return and Sustainable Reintegration

[UNHCR] The Governments of the Republic of Burundi and the United Republic of Tanzania, and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, met this week for the 25th Meeting of the Tripartite Commission for the Voluntary Repatriation of Burundian Refugees living in t...

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:01:50 GMT
WHO Updates Mpox Situation - Angola Reports First Case

[allAfrica] Different parts of Africa are experiencing mpox outbreaks with multiple virus variants (clades), according to the latest WHO Situation Report:

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:13:29 GMT
Third Edition of Dialogue On Youth, Peace, Security in Africa Opens in Bujumbura

[Nile Post] The third edition of the youth, peace and security in Africa dialogue organized by the African Union has opened in Bujumbura, Burundi.

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:01:00 GMT
Refugees As Catalysts for Local Development in Burundi

[World Bank] The presence of refugees in Burundi's communities has proven to be a catalyst for local development, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and collaboration. Refugees bring diverse skills, experiences, and cultural perspe...

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:02:46 GMT
Burundi Prosecutors Seek 12-Year Prison Term for Journalist Sandra Muhoza

[CPJ] Kampala -- Burundi prosecutors requested a 12-year prison sentence for journalist Sandra Muhoza, who has been detained for seven months on charges of undermining the integrity of Burundi's national territory and inciting ethnic hatred.

Cameroon

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:50:44 GMT
Museum of the Bamoun Kings - Ancient Treasures From Cameroon Find a Spectacular New Home

[The Conversation Africa] One of the most significant African museum openings of 2024 was the Musée des Rois Bamoun, or Museum of the Bamoun Kings, in Foumban, Cameroon.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:13:53 GMT
Dr Motsepe Confers CAF President's Outstanding Achievement Award 2024 to President Paul Biya of Cameroon and President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt

[CAF] The President of the Confédération Africaine de Football ("CAF"), Dr Patrice Motsepe, on Monday, 16 December 2024 conferred the CAF President's Outstanding Achievement Award 2024 on Cameroon Head of State, President Paul Biya and Egyp...

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 17:36:49 GMT
Revolutionizing Livestock Farming in Cameroon - the Power of Productive Partnerships

[World Bank] STORY HIGHLIGHTS

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:13:29 GMT
Minister Suspends Prominent Human Rights Group

[HRW] Nairobi -- Arbitrary Decision Violates Right of Association

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 06:39:14 GMT
We've Exported Petrol to Cameroon, Ghana, Angola, South Africa - Dangote Refinery

[Vanguard] THE Dangote Petroleum Refinery said it has exported Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol to Cameroon, Ghana, Angola and South Africa.

Cape Verde

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:09:44 GMT
World Bank Supports Cabo Verde's Efforts to Strengthen Drivers of Growth

[World Bank] Washington -- The World Bank approved a $25 million Development Policy Financing (DPF) loan for Cabo Verde, supporting key efforts to strengthen fiscal consolidation and sustainable economic growth. The DPF operation consists of credits ...

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:58:14 GMT
Ndizeye Stars As Cape Verde's Kriol Star Qualify for Bal 2025

[New Times] Rwandan small forward Dieudonné Ndizeye on Monday, December 2, delivered a stellar performance that helped Cape Verdean side Kriol Star to qualify for the 2025 Basketball Africa League (BAL).

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 16:43:34 GMT
Readout of President Joe Biden's Meeting with Prime Minister Ulisses Correia e Silva of the Republic of Cabo Verde

[White House] President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with President Ulisses Correia e Silva of the Republic of Cabo Verde in Sal, Cabo Verde.

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 06:40:45 GMT
Biden Makes Historic First Visit By US President to Angola

[VOA] The White House -- U.S. President Joe Biden is "excited" to make his first trip to the African continent next week and will first stop briefly in the small island nation of Cabo Verde before making landfall in the Southwest African nation of An...

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 05:18:24 GMT
Botswana Return to Afcon After 12-Year Absence - Mauritania, Cape Verde Miss Out

[CAF] Botswana secured their ever second appearance at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025, after holding Egypt to a 1-1 at the 30 June Air Defence Stadium on Tuesday.

Central Africa

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:13:53 GMT
Chad: Chad Orders French Troops to Leave Within Six Weeks As Relations Sour

[RFI] French soldiers have been asked to leave Chad by 31 January, sources close to the government in Paris say - a deadline that RFI was able to confirm with Chadian authorities.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:41:25 GMT
Rwanda: Marburg Outbreak in Rwanda Declared Over

[WHO-AFRO] The outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease was declared over today by the Government of Rwanda with no new cases reported over the last 42 days after the last patient tested negative for the virus twice, as per the usual protocol for ending the...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:24:55 GMT
Rwanda: Rwanda to Use GPS to Monitor Bats for Zoonotic Diseases

[New Times] The Ministry of Health plans to adopt advanced technologies, including GPS tracking, to monitor bat migration and behaviour as part of efforts to enhance prevention and surveillance of zoonotic diseases.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:17:28 GMT
Angola: Newly Elected MPLA Vice President Joins Council of the Republic

[ANGOP] Luanda -- President João Lourenço on Friday appointed the newly elected vice president of the ruling MPLA party, Mara Regina da Silva Domingos Quiosa, as a member of the Council of the Republic, replacing Luísa Pedro Francisco ...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:18:48 GMT
Angola: Angola Make Historic Rise in FIFA Ranking

[ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola end the 2024 FIFA World Ranking in a historic position, occupying 85th place with 1,296 points.

Central African Republic

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:01:20 GMT
Rebuilding Resilience in Restive Central African Republic

[WFP] In the western town of Paoua, a community revitalizes farming and education, with WFP support

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:00:59 GMT
Designing Fiscal Instruments for Sustainable Forestry and Economic Growth

[World Bank] Bangui -- According to a World Bank report published today, the Central African economy has remained stagnant, with GDP growth estimated to register 0.7% in 2024, before gradually rebounding to around 1.6% on average between 2025 and 202...

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:00:51 GMT
New Report Calls for Urgent Action to Build a Resilient Future in Central African Republic

[World Bank] Bangui -- New World Bank report highlights the urgency for the Central African Republic (CAR) to build resilience to climate change and curb poverty, which could increase by 3% in urban areas and 6% in rural areas respectively by 2050.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:07:56 GMT
Former Wagner Media Operative Lifts the Lid On Russian Disinformation in Central African Republic

[RFI] Journalist Ephrem Yalike was once an instrument of propaganda for the Wagner mercenary group in Bangui. Having secretly fled the Central African Republic a few months ago, he exposes the workings of Russia's disinformation campaign to RFI.

Chad

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:13:53 GMT
Chad Orders French Troops to Leave Within Six Weeks As Relations Sour

[RFI] French soldiers have been asked to leave Chad by 31 January, sources close to the government in Paris say - a deadline that RFI was able to confirm with Chadian authorities.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 04:50:18 GMT
Chadian Election Officials Ask Military for Protection Ahead of Vote

[VOA] Yaounde, Cameroon -- Chad's electoral commission has asked the central African state's military to help protect election officials and candidates amid a spike in attacks ahead of Dec. 29 elections.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:06:51 GMT
'I Came to Help My Sisters' - As Chad Grapples With Record Floods and a Refugee Crisis, Midwives Are Bridging the Divide

[UNFPA] "The water ruined everything - the rice, the money... Everything is under water." In October 2024, Gloria Nadjitessem, 31, lost her home in Chad's capital N'Djamena to devastating floods that submerged towns across the country.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:01:21 GMT
Floods 2024 - N'Djamena's Resilience Thanks to Preventive Measures

[World Bank] STORY HIGHLIGHTS

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:03:50 GMT
Cattle Rustling - a Lifeline for Boko Haram in the Lake Chad Basin

[ISS] Insurgents fund their activities through stealing cows - making it more difficult to address organised crime and terrorism.

Comoros

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 07:14:16 GMT
Waves as High as 10m Expected as Cyclone Chido Makes Landfall in Mozambique

[allAfrica] Cape Town -- Tropical Cyclone Chido is affecting multiple countries in Southern Africa, potentially impacting approximately 2.5 million people across Mozambique, Malawi, and the Comoros. The cyclone already hit Mayotte with extreme wind c...

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 07:11:46 GMT
Madagascar Assesses Damage from Cyclone Chido as it Moves to Mozambique

[OCHA] HIGHLIGHTS

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 10:51:46 GMT
Interview - 'We Are a Big Team' - Comoros Coach Stefano Cusin

[CAF] Comoros Islands coach Stefano Cusin has been at helm of the island nation's national team for some 14 months now and qualified for the country for the next the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco.The 56-year-old from Italy...

Congo-Brazzaville

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:54:51 GMT
Ankara Declaration Win - Win Diplomatic Achievement - Scholar

[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- The Ankara Declaration signed between Ethiopia and Somalia can be seen as a win-win diplomatic victory for both signatories, Scholar said.

Congo-Kinshasa

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:20:31 GMT
After Decades of Challenges, the DRC Must Deliver On Sustainable Forest Governance

[Global Witness] The DRC government has made some ambitious commitments to achieve sustainable forest governance. But the journey there is being stalled by corruption, impunity and weak enforcement.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:09:04 GMT
The DRC's Complaint Against Apple Raises the Issue of Ethics in International Trade

[Agenzia Fides] Kinshasa -- The government of Kinshasa has filed a lawsuit against Apple in France and Belgium, accusing the company of using components derived from minerals illegally mined in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to manufacture it...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:45:53 GMT
U.S. State Department's Briefing On Biden's Historic Trip to Angola

[State Department] Washington D.C. -- President Joseph R. Biden Jr.'s December 2024 travel to Angola was the first visit of a U.S. president to Sub-Saharan Africa since 2015.â€¯ Assistant Secretary Molly Phee provides an overview of ...

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:13:35 GMT
Ethiopian Airlines Officially Launches Air Congo Partnering With Govt DRC

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopian Airlines announced partnering with the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for the establishment of Air Congo.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:09:13 GMT
Ethiopian Expands Into DRC With Air Congo

[Reporter] The Ethiopian Airlines Group has finalized an agreement with the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo that will grant the carrier a 49 percent stake in Air Congo.

Djibouti

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:20:41 GMT
Djibouti President Inaugurates the National Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Djibouti Franc

[Radio Dalsan] On Monday , Djibouti President Ismail Omar Guelleh, presided over the ceremony dedicated to the national commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the Djibouti Franc.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:19:56 GMT
Refugee Teacher Champions Fight Against GBV By Advocating for Girls to Stay in School in Djibouti

[UNHCR] "My hope is that all women and girls, especially refugees, have a better and more promising future."

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 10:51:01 GMT
Africom Commander Visits Djibouti for Thanksgiving

[Horn of Africa Joint Task Force] Djibouti -- Gen. Michael Langley, commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), attended the East Africa Security Forum (EASF), the Marine Corps Ball, and spent Thanksgiving with deployed service members at Camp Lemonn...

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:00:53 GMT
Powering Growth and Strengthening Resilience At a Strategic Crossroads

[World Bank] STORY HIGHLIGHTS

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 09:52:23 GMT
FM Meets Djiboutian Parliament Speaker to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

[Egypt Online] Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration, met with the Speaker of the Djiboutian Parliament, Dalita Mohamed Dalita, on Wednesday evening, November 27, during his visit to Cairo. The meeting focused on the strong b...

East Africa

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:30:23 GMT
Sudan: Refugees are Overwhelming Sudan Border Services Says UN Refugee Agency

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:22:50 GMT
Uganda: Museveni Pledges Additional Support for Landslide Victims

[Nile Post] President Museveni has promised to increase the 10-million-shilling resettlement package initially allocated to victims of landslides in Bugisu.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:41:25 GMT
Rwanda: Marburg Outbreak in Rwanda Declared Over

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:24:55 GMT
Rwanda: Rwanda to Use GPS to Monitor Bats for Zoonotic Diseases

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:23:21 GMT
Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Met and Held Talks With Algerian Delegation

[Shabait] Asmara 20 December 2024 - President Isaias Afwerki met yesterday morning at Adi Halo with an Algerian delegation led by the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Bidari.

East Africa

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:30:23 GMT
Sudan: Refugees are Overwhelming Sudan Border Services Says UN Refugee Agency

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:22:50 GMT
Uganda: Museveni Pledges Additional Support for Landslide Victims

[Nile Post] President Museveni has promised to increase the 10-million-shilling resettlement package initially allocated to victims of landslides in Bugisu.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:41:25 GMT
Rwanda: Marburg Outbreak in Rwanda Declared Over

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:24:55 GMT
Rwanda: Rwanda to Use GPS to Monitor Bats for Zoonotic Diseases

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:23:21 GMT
Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Met and Held Talks With Algerian Delegation

Equatorial Guinea

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:26:47 GMT
State Minister Mesganu Holds Discussions With Secretary of State of Equatorial Guinea

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Mesganu Arga, held discussions with Mari-Cruz Evuna Andeme, the Secretary of State for International Organizations of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, at his office today.

Eritrea

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:23:21 GMT
President Isaias Afwerki Met and Held Talks With Algerian Delegation

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:31:22 GMT
Eritrea Participates in Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights Workshop

[Shabait] Asmara, 10 December 2024 - An Eritrean delegation participated in the Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights Workshop held in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, from 2 to 9 December 2024.

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:33:24 GMT
His Holiness Abune Baslios Elected As 6th Patriarch

[Shabait] Asmara -- His Reverend Abune Baslios, Administrator of the Office of the Patriarch of the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church, has been elected as the 6th Patriarch of the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church. The election was conducted today at t...

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:15:38 GMT
Highlights of President Isaias Afwerki's Interview With Local Media Outlets

[Shabait] On the implications and ramifications of the election of President Donald Trump to the global order

Sat, 30 Nov 2024 16:28:02 GMT
'Sudan-Eritrea Military Alliance Risks Igniting Tribal Conflict'

[Dabanga] Asmara / Kassala / El Gedaref -- Sudan's Sovereignty Council leader and Commander-in-chief of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), Lt Gen Abdelfattah El Burhan, concluded a one-day visit on Tuesday to Eritrea's capital, Asmara, amid escalating ...

Ethiopia

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:42:22 GMT
Ethiopia, EU Commit to Advancing All-Round Cooperation

[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- Ethiopia and the European Union (EU) have agreed to intensify and deepen their cooperation during their second structured dialogue, held recently in Addis Ababa.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:40:32 GMT
Ankara Declaration - Pragmatic Approach to Secure Nat'l Interest

[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia's quest for access to the sea, a trending issue in regional politics, has taken a significant step with the signing of the Ankara Declaration between Ethiopia and Somalia. After months of negotiations characterized by hot ...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:27:10 GMT
Benishangul-Gumuz Cabinet Reclaims 50,000 Sqm of Underdeveloped Urban Land From Investors, Warns Inactive Developers

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Benishangul-Gumuz Regional State Cabinet has resolved to reclaim and transfer 50,000 square meters of urban land, previously allocated to investors but left undeveloped within the agreed timeframe, to the land bank...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:15:21 GMT
Somalia 'Open' to Ethiopian Troop Role

[VOA] The Somali government is "open" to a potential role for Ethiopian troops in an African Union mission scheduled to take over peacekeeping operations in the country next month.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:05:17 GMT
Bomb Attacks At 'Govt-Organized' Rally in Amhara Region Leave One Dead, Several Injured

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- A bomb attack during a "government-organized" rally in Ethiopia's Amhara region on 18 December, 2024, left one person dead and several others injured, according to sources interviewed by Addis Standard.

Gabon

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 11:21:33 GMT
Gabon's Coup Leaders Have Changed the Constitution to Entrench Their Power

[The Conversation Africa] More than a year after a military coup, Gabonese citizens have held a referendum in which they approved a new draft constitution. The constitutional revisions targeted dynastic rule by introducing presidential term limits an...

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:14:44 GMT
New Constitution Approved, an Important Step Towards the Return to Civilian Rule After the 2023 Military Coup

[Agenzia Fides] Libreville -- With 91.8% of the vote, Gabon's new Constitution was approved in the referendum held on November 16. The turnout was 53.54%, below initial estimates (71%). "This is an important step towards the return to constitutional ...

Gambia

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:03:48 GMT
Govt Issues Over 3000 Diplomatic Passports in 8 Years

[The Point] The minister for Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Dr. Mamadou Tangara, yesterday disclosed before deputies that the government has issued 3,030 diplomatic passports from January 2017 to October 2024.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:22:37 GMT
Govt Launches National Employment Forum

[The Point] The Gambia government through the Ministry of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, in collaboration with the European Union, launched the National Employment Forum on Tuesday 17 December 2024 at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawa...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:22:37 GMT
Scapc Inaugurate Cashew Processing Factory in Tanji

[The Point] Smiling Coast Agro Processing Company Limited last Thursday inaugurated a new cashew nut processing company in Tanji, West Coast Region.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:22:36 GMT
Rashid Njie On Vacation in Gambia After Latvia League, FA Cup Successes

[The Point] Former Gambia U-20 ingenious midfielder, Haruna Rashid Njie, is currently in the country for a holiday after winning the Latvian Premier League and FA Cup titles with Futbola klubs RFS.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:22:36 GMT
IFK Göteborg Sign Imam Jagne

[The Point] Swedish Allsvenskan side IFK Göteborg have signed Gambian player Imam Jagne on a four-year contract.

Ghana

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:17:31 GMT
Ghana Supreme Court Upholds Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill

[DW] The bill, which drew international condemnation, criminalizes sex acts within the gay community. Neither the outgoing nor the incoming president have confirmed they will sign it into law.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:24:12 GMT
RMU Pledges Support for New Government's Youth Training Programmes

[GhanaToday] The Acting Vice Chancellor of Regional Maritime University (RMU), Dr Jethro W. Brooks, has announced the institution's readiness to work with the incoming government on apprenticeship programmes to train more youth.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 11:07:44 GMT
The Climate Crisis As a Diplomatic Battlefield

[IPS] Accra, Ghana -- The climate crisis, a defining challenge of the 21st century, is not just an environmental issue; it is increasingly a critical arena for international diplomacy. From intense negotiations at COP summits to the politics of energ...

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 10:46:50 GMT
Police, Fire Service Investigate Burning of Ablekuma North Constituency Ballot Papers

[Ghanaian Times] A fire outbreak swept through the Kwashieman Cluster of Schools, Accra, in the early hours of Tuesday and destroyed several ballot boxes belonging to the Ablekuma North Constituency.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 10:46:09 GMT
GAF Arrests Man Behind Protocol Recruitment Video

[Ghanaian Times] The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has arrested a man seen in video that went viral wearing Ghana Navy vest and displaying other military items in a room.

Guinea

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:49:35 GMT
HPX Allegedly Refuses to Allow GOL Engage Guinea Before Granting Railway Access

[FrontPageAfrica] FrontPage Africa has gathered that growing tug-of-war over critical infrastructure is unfolding between the National Investment Commission (NIC) and High-Power Exploration (HPX), which is pressing hard for rail access and reportedly...

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 04:26:15 GMT
N'famady Kouyaté - From Conakry to Cardiff, With Love

[Afropop] Born and raised in Conakry, Guinea, N'Famady Kouyaté could probably have told you the direction his life would take at a very early age. Being a member of the prestigious Kouyaté family (Afropop listeners can probably name at leas...

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:36:07 GMT
RIA Renovation Deal Sparks Security Fears Over Ties to Ousted Guinean President

[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- The Liberian Investigator has gathered that the Liberian Government is in advanced talks to award the renovation of Roberts International Airport (RIA) to Turkey's Albayrak Group, a move clouded by controversy over...

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 04:41:47 GMT
Guinean Journalist Habib Marouane Camara Attacked, Abducted By Uniformed Men

[CPJ] Dakar -- The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Guinean authorities to investigate journalist Habib Marouane Camara's whereabouts and ensure his safety after he was attacked and abducted on Tuesday by men in gendarme uniforms in Conakry,...

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 13:01:09 GMT
Scores Killed In Stadium Stampede

[allAfrica] Monrovia -- More than 50 were killed in a stampede at a football stadium in Guinea's second-largest city of Nzerekore, according to the BBC. The provisional number of fatalities stating dozens had died was updated as local hospitals repor...

Guinea Bissau

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 10:36:12 GMT
Japan and WFP Join Hands to Provide Nutritious Meals to Schoolchildren in Guinea-Bissau for the Next Two Academic Years

[WFP] Bissau -- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the Government of Japan have signed a new agreement to provide school meals to 200,000 children in 850 schools for the next two academic years. The contribution, worth 200 million yen ...

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:46:14 GMT
Guinea Bissau Elections Postponed

[allAfrica] Cape Town -- President Umaro Sissoco Embalo officially postponed legislative elections scheduled for November 24, reports AFP.

Kenya

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:09:29 GMT
80 Police Commanders Conclude Leadership Training to Enhance Service Delivery

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Eighty police commanders on Friday concluded a five-week National Police Service County Commanders Strategic Leadership Course No. 1/2024 at the National Police Leadership Academy in Ngong.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:25:54 GMT
Blind Body Raises Complaint to Kenya Power Over Staff Harassment, Extortion

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Union of the Blind (KUB) has accused the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) field officers of harassment and extortion, following repeated instances of electricity disconnections at their premises in Embakasi.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:25:53 GMT
Java Cuts 148 Tonnes of Carbon Emissions Through Biodiesel Initiative

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Java House has reduced 148 tonnes of carbon emissions in 2024 through a used cooking oil recycling project in partnership with renewable energy firm Muenzer Kenya.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:17:16 GMT
NPS to Establish Dedicated Office for Officers With Disabilities, Bolster Mental Health Support

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Police Service (NPS) has unveiled plans to establish a dedicated office to cater to the needs of officers living with disabilities.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:04:05 GMT
Four Children Perish in House Fire in Murang'a County

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Four young children tragically lost their lives in a devastating house fire in Gakoigo Sub-location, Murang'a County, on Thursday evening.

Kenya Daily Nation

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Sat, 21 Dec 2024 11:40:00 +0300
Out in the cold: The quiet lives of sacked Cabinet Secretaries

Nine sacked Cabinet Secretaries appear to be major political casualties as President William Ruto seeks to consolidate power and strategise for his re-election in 2027.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 19:18:00 +0300
Uhuru reaps big in Ruto's latest appointments

President William nominates Mutahi Kagwe, Lee Kinyanjui, and William Kabogo as Cabinet Secretaries for Agriculture, Trade, and ICT respectively; pending Parliament vetting, approval.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:45:00 +0300
Gachagua: Ruto's 'one man show' dangerous

Gachagua said he is not a ‘yes man and that is why he disagreed with the president about a year ago when he insisted on implementing projects opposed by a majority of Kenyans.

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 20:00:00 +0300
KenGen worker found dead in geothermal well

Operations at the Olkaria Geothermal Power station in Naivasha were temporarily paralysed after a worker from KenGen died in one of the wells in unclear circumstances.

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 17:37:00 +0300
Kindiki promises incomes, even as struggles persist

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said Kenyas economy has stabilised, easing concerns over prolonged inflation and economic uncertainty.

Kenya News

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0300
NTSA launch 24 hour watch on black spots as Christmas rush beckons

NTSA Coast region deputy manager, John Parteroi, said that 4282 Kenyans have perished this year from road crushes majorly because of speeding.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0300
Fears, hopes of Kilifi village picked to host nuclear power plant

In the tranquil Uyombo village, a multi-billion-shilling nuclear power plant threatens the environment, health, and livelihoods of local communities.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0300
Maasai community embraces cross border trade through Umoja Coin

Lack of access to formal banking systems limits trade among the Maasai pastoralists.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 15:41:10 +0300
You will be missed, teachers tribute to retiring TSC boss

A tribute to Dr. Nancy Macharia's rich legacy of unraveled leadership at the Helm of TSC by Ashford Gikunda.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0300
Former CS Jumwa walks a tightrope between State job, return to politics

She was among those Ruto dismissed from Cabinet in July following Gen Z protests. However, Ruto promised her a government job, which has yet to materialize.

Lesotho

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 10:55:15 GMT
Lesotho Seeks Partnership With Geo Pomona

[The Herald] A delegation from Geo Pomona Waste Management met Lesotho Prime Minister, Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane, here yesterday to discuss a potential partnership aimed at improving waste management in the country.

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 06:28:41 GMT
Murder Suspect to Appear in Court Following His Extradition Process From Lesotho

[SAPS] A 29-year-old murder suspect will appear in the Hennenman Magistrates' Court tomorrow, 11 December 2024, following his extradition from Lesotho. The suspect was apprehended in Lesotho on 27 June 2024 and subsequently handed over to South Afric...

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 06:24:43 GMT
Many Basotho Eye Jobs in South Africa, but Most Favour Limited in-Migration

[Afrobarometer] Almost half of adults say they given emigration at least "a little" thought.

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:01:08 GMT
'Fighting a Giant' - the Chef in Lesotho Taking On the Agro-Industrial Complex

[African Arguments] In a time of climate breakdown, corporate capture, and unhealthy diets, can the humble food of Lesotho show us the future?

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 04:54:18 GMT
Govt Urged to Strengthen Corruption Control

[Lesotho Times] The United States (US) government has called on the Lesotho government to intensify its efforts in combating corruption, bolstering press freedom, and upholding the rule of law.

Liberia

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:39:42 GMT
Fire Chief Suspects Gasoline in Capitol Blaze, Calls for Weeklong Probe

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:41:02 GMT
'MCC Eligibility Just One Step in the Broader Development Process'

[Liberian Observer] The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) has selected Liberia as eligible to develop a compact in recognition of the country's commitment to pursuing critical economic and democratic governance reforms. However, this selection m...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:38:24 GMT
Health Workers Go On Strike Over Salary Disparities

[FrontPageAfrica] Gbarnga -- Patients and their relatives in Nimba County have expressed frustration over the ongoing indefinite strike by health workers which has severely impacted healthcare services in government-run hospitals.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:41:50 GMT
Anesthetists On Strike At C.B. Dunbar Hospital Over Low Salaries

[Liberian Observer] Amid nationwide protests by some public health workers in Liberia, operations at the government-run C.B. Dunbar Comprehensive Hospital in Gbarnga, Bong County, have come to a standstill as anesthetists strike over low salaries. Th...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:39:05 GMT
Senate Committee's $1.8 Million Proposal for Fire-Damaged Capitol Rehabilitation Sparks Mixed Reactions

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- MONROVIA -Thousands of Liberian and foreign tax payers would be constrained to shoulder the cost for the rehabilitation of damaged portion of the Capitol Building if the US$1.8million proposed in the draft National Budge...

Liberian Dialogue

Madagascar

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 14:15:15 GMT
Insights From Mjadala Afrika On China's Role in Africa

[Capital FM] The recently held Mjadala Afrika debate in Addis Ababa offered an inspiring glimpse into the future of African Union (AU) leadership. Candidates vying for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson position outlined ambitious visions...

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 07:14:16 GMT
Waves as High as 10m Expected as Cyclone Chido Makes Landfall in Mozambique

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 07:11:46 GMT
Madagascar Assesses Damage from Cyclone Chido as it Moves to Mozambique

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Sun, 15 Dec 2024 06:46:15 GMT
Cyclone Chido Heads for Cabo Delgado Coast

[AIM] Maputo -- Tropical cyclone Chido is heading for the coast of the northern Mozambican province of Cabo Delgado and could make landfall on Sunday.

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 11:11:06 GMT
A Tomato, Sex and HIV - The High Cost of Inequalities

[allAfrica] This World AIDS Day, we have some good news. Our collective efforts are yielding results. There has been major progress in the HIV response in East and Southern Africa, the region with the highest number of people living with HIV.

Malawi

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:04:55 GMT
Where Are the Key Population HIV Funds Going?

[Nyasa Times] This year's World AIDS Day on December 1, the global community reflected 43 years since the CDC first alerted the world to the AIDS epidemic among young gay men in California. During this period, significant strides have been made in co...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:59:47 GMT
MRA Still Mum On Allegations of Procurement Favors to Corruption-Tainted Sicpa in Fiscal Marks Contract

[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) is facing a fierce backlash from citizens, businesses, and concerned industry players after its controversial decision to award a key fiscal tax stamps contract to SICPA, a Swiss company mired in a web...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:34:11 GMT
Malawians Oppose Corporal Punishment, See Lack of Support Services for Vulnerable Children

[Afrobarometer] Fewer than half say help is available for children who have been abused or neglected, have physical disabilities, or have mental health problems.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:20:18 GMT
Excitement As Salima/Lilongwe Water Supply Project Progresses Into Construction Phase

[Nyasa Times] The Salima/Lilongwe Water Supply project aimed at enhancing water access in Malawi's capital city and transit communities has officially entered its construction phase, marking a vital step towards realization of the highly anticipated ...

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 04:57:35 GMT
Storm Chido Kills At Least 7, Leaves Trail of Damage in Malawi

[VOA] Blantyre, Malawi -- The storm named Chido killed at least seven people in Malawi and affected more than 30,000 others, disaster officials said Tuesday.

Malawi Times

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 06:09:37 +0000
Anxiety at parliament

By Cathy Maulidi: Parliament adjourned sine die Friday on the back of a dramatic events that raised security fears among opposition MPs right in the House. Opposition members cried havoc when some youths, believed to be from the ruling Malawi Congres...

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 06:02:50 +0000
Tanzania directs schools to teach ‘correct’ Lake Malawi map

The government of Tanzania has directed schools and teachers in the country to use a map that shows the border of Lake Malawi running through the middle of the lake. The memo to the Ministry of Education in that country comes at a time when there is ...

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:49:21 +0000
Mighty Mukuru Wanderers, Mzuzu City Hammers battle for Castel Challenge Cup

Mighty Mukuru Wanderers and Mzuzu City Hammers, are familiar foes, and this afternoon, they will face-off in the 2024 Ibongetse Castel Challenge Cup final at Bingu National Stadium. At stake is K55 million, up from K50 million last year plus a glitte...

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:42:52 +0000
In Africa, health risks from air pollution seems to be rising in most countries

By Mark Miller & Mariachiara Di Cesare: Each year, air pollution contributes to more than 8 million premature deaths globally. This tragic statistic is closely intertwined with the climate crisis yet is rarely talked about in conversations about ...

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:08:31 +0000
Tame your savagery!

As Malawi prepares for the 2025 elections, the political landscape is witnessing an alarming trend: a growing tendency among politicians to create ‘no-go zones’ for political campaigns. This development poses a big challenge to the democratic pro...

Mali

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:51:43 GMT
Learning from the Withdrawals of UN Peacekeeping Missions in Mali and the DRC

[The Conversation Africa] The host countries of two of the United Nations' flagship peacekeeping missions recently demanded their withdrawal. This development raises questions about whether such missions can still effectively prevent and manage confl...

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 20:13:35 GMT
"A World out of Balance" - Sudan, South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Mali and Somalia On IRC Emergency Watchlist 2025

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:11:14 GMT
Ecowas Gives Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger 6 Months to Reconsider Exit

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:11:10 GMT
ECOWAS Approves Exit of Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso

[Daily Trust] The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS has approved the withdrawal of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso from the bloc from January 29, 2025.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:05:26 GMT
Under Siege in Léré, the Latest Malian Town Cut Off By Jihadists

[RFI] Jihadist militants have imposed a strict blockade on the Malian city of Léré, severely disrupting vital supply routes and movement in the Timbuktu region. The tactic is not new, with similar sieges disrupting towns in central and nort...

Mauritania

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:19:00 GMT
Islamic Republic of Mauritania - IMF Executive Board Concludes 2024 Article Iv Consultation, and Completes Third Reviews of the Extended Arrangement Under the Extended Fund Facility and the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement and Second Review of the Res

[IMF] Washington, DC: The IMF Executive Board concluded today the 2024 Article IV consultation[1] with Mauritania and also completed the Third Reviews under the 42-month blended Extended Credit Facility arrangement (ECF) and the Extended Fund Facilit...

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 04:38:07 GMT
EU Contribution Boosts WFP's Lifesaving Efforts in Mauritania

[WFP] Nouakchott -- A contribution of EUR 4.85 million from the European Union (EU) helped the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) provide vital food and nutrition assistance to 78,000 crisis-affected people in Mauritania in 2024.

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:28:22 GMT
U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan Perriello's Travel to Qatar, Kenya, the United Kingdom, and Mauritania

[State Department] U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan Tom Perriello will travel to Doha, Nairobi, London, and Nouakchott starting December 6 to continue diplomatic efforts to scale up humanitarian assistance to the people of Sudan, deter atrocities and wea...

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 09:26:23 GMT
After the Bell - Elections in Africa Can Teach the Rest of the World About Democracy

[Daily Maverick] Liberation movements no longer appeal to voters and this is why there have been tectonic shifts in election outcomes. Democracy is maturing in Africa, as seen in a peaceful transfer of power in some countries.

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:45:47 GMT
Mauritania Parts Ways With Coach Amir Abdou

[CAF] The Mauritania Football Federation (FFRIM) has announced the mutual termination of its contract with national team coach Amir Abdou following the team's failure to qualify for the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.

Mauritius

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:57:05 GMT
Minister Ramful Visits Construction Site of the New Compound of the U.S. Embassy in Bagatelle

[Government of Mauritius] The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful, visited, yesterday, the construction site of the new compound of the U.S. Embassy in Bagatelle. The Ambassador of the United...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:52:07 GMT
Government Aspires to Make of Mauritius a Knowledge Hub of Excellence, States Minister Sukon

[Government of Mauritius] Government aspires to make of Mauritius a knowledge hub of excellence, promotes the country internationally, and secure the financial independence of tertiary institutions, stated the Minister of Tertiary Education, Science ...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:57:36 GMT
Minister Bhagwan and Junior Minister Bérenger Chair Meeting With Local Authorities

[Government of Mauritius] The Minister of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change, Mr Rajesh Anand Bhagwan, and the Junior Minister, Mrs Joanna Marie Bérenger, chaired, yesterday, a meeting with relevant stakeholders of local auth...

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:19:30 GMT
No Easy Courses for Chagos Consensus On Sovereignty and Security

[ISS] The Chagos Archipelago dispute is a microcosm of the broader tensions shaping global maritime geopolitics.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:11:51 GMT
Sports Minister Holds Meeting With Athletes From Wako African Continental Kickboxing Championships

[Government of Mauritius] The Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr Darmarajen Nagalingum, held a meeting, today at the seat of his Ministry in Port Louis, with the Mauritian delegation, which included 14 athletes, 2 coaches, and 1 official, who achieved ...

Mozambique

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:29:00 GMT
Cyclone Chido - Death Toll Rises to 73 in Mozambique

[New Times] The death toll from Cyclone Chido in Mozambique has climbed to 73, with 543 individuals reported injured, the country's disaster relief agency announced on Thursday, December 19, Xinhua reports.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:11:25 GMT
Mondlane Accuses Nyusi of Wanting to Cling On to Power

[AIM] Maputo -- Mozambican presidential candidate Venancio Mondlane has accused the current president, Filipe Nyusi, of attempting to cling on to power.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:15:17 GMT
Was 'Disproportionate Use of Force' Against Demonstrators

[AIM] Maputo -- A consortium formed by the Mozambican Ombudsman, Isaque Chande, the National Human Rights Commission (CNDH), and the Central Commission for Public Ethics (CCEP), has claimed that the security forces committed excesses and used disprop...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:15:16 GMT
Mozambique and South Africa to Strengthen Security Measures

[AIM] Maputo -- The Mozambican and South African governments have decided to strengthen security measures along the highway which links the two countries and the Ressano Garcia border in order to mitigate disruptions of trade during any further mass ...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:15:12 GMT
Literacy Workers in Beira Go On Strike

[AIM] Maputo -- Over a hundred adult education and literacy workers, in the central Mozambican city of Beira, on Wednesday went on strike in protest at the non-payment of overtime allowances that the government has allegedly owed them for the past th...

Namibia

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:15:08 GMT
Curtain Falls On 2024

[New Era] December is a time to reflect, celebrate our triumphs and accomplishments, or simply rejoice in the fact that we made it from January to December. As the year ends, we look back on 2024 - a year filled with both challenges and victories, a ...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:40:41 GMT
Holiday Travellers Split Over Fares, Delays

[New Era] The festive season has brought mixed feelings among travellers, bus owners, and drivers. While some passengers complain of being overcharged for fares and luggage, drivers argue that customers often bargain instead of paying the fixed, gove...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:22:48 GMT
What the President-Elect Should Do to Stop Corruption

[Namibian] On the campaign trail the president-elect promised to do two things that were very popular.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:24:31 GMT
Domestic Economy Maintains Positive Trajectory

[New Era] The domestic economy maintained a positive growth trajectory during the third quarter of 2024 albeit at a slower pace when compared to the same time last year. According to the central bank, Namibia's economy registered a growth rate of 2.8...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:46:32 GMT
Protect Children From Drowning ...Increased Fatalities Calls for Swimming Skills

[New Era] As Namibians head to their festive holiday destinations, many are attracted to the seaside to enjoy times with family and loved ones.

Niger

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 14:47:53 GMT
Military Junta Suspends BBC for Three Months

[IFJ] Niger's military junta has suspended the BBC on 10 December for three months with immediate effect. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) condemns this high-handed assault on media freedom and the deliberate attempt by the military ...

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:02:39 GMT
Prominent Human Rights Defender Detained: Moussa Tchangari

[AI London] On 3 December 2024, Moussa Tchangari, a human rights defender and secretary general of the civil society organization Citizens' Alternative Spaces, was arrested in Niamey, Niger's capital. He was at his home when at least three gunmen in ...

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:20:14 GMT
Military Govt Bans BBC for 3 Months

[allAfrica] The military government of Niger suspended the BBC for three months, reports the international broadcaster. Niger's Minister of Communication Raliou Sidi Mohamed announced the decision, accusing the BBC of "spreading fake news to destab...

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:29:32 GMT
Niger Suspends BBC, Announces a Complaint Against RFI

[CPJ] Dakar -- Nigerien authorities have suspended the U.K. government-funded British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) for three months and announced the Nigerien government would bring a complaint of "incitement to genocide and inter-community massacr...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 04:42:01 GMT
Niger's New Government 'Is a Blessing for Us Farmers'

[People's Dispatch] From the small peasants to farmers with relatively large land-holding, Niger's farming community explains to Peoples Dispatch why they support the popular anti-France military government.

Nigeria

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:39:24 GMT
Raining Curses On Someone Online Is Criminal Offence - Police

[Vanguard] The Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has stated that directing curses at individuals online constitutes a criminal offense punishable under the law.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:47:47 GMT
Again, Vandals Attack Nigeria's Electricity Transmission Line

[Premium Times] The vandalisation of the line, according to TCN, occurred on 18 December at about 11:43 p.m.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:45:17 GMT
How Govt Will Achieve 15 Percent Inflation in 2025 - Presidency

[Daily Trust] The federal government has provided an explanation for how it will achieve the 15 percent projected inflation in the 2025 appropriation bill submitted to the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:08:57 GMT
Boko Haram Strengthens Presence in Niger State, As Explosives Kill Three, Injure Four Locals

[Premium Times] Between February and December this year, there were at least six IED attacks. One of the incidents forced the military to withdraw soldiers from the Allawa garrison town. PREMIUM TIMES understands that Boko Haram insurgents are campin...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:08:23 GMT
Jigawa Court Sentences Two Kidnappers to Death

[Premium Times] The condemned men were arrested in June 2021 and prosecuted with others now at large.

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Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:09:42 +0000
ATPN Trustee Chair Predicts Bright Future For Lagos Tourism With Destination Lagos Awards 2024

December 21, (THEWILL) – As the Destination Lagos 2024 Awards event gains momentum, Kabir M. Malan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN), has forecasted that the awards will establish unpre...

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:04:07 +0000
Doris Ogah Trounces 19 Others To Emerge 45th Miss Nigeria

December 21, (THEWILL) – Doris Ogah, a lawyer and model from the south-south region, has won the 45th Miss Nigeria pageant. The event, which was held at the Royal Box Event Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, featured 20 semi-finalists who were unvei...

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 04:42:08 +0000
Serie A: Reijnders Strike For Milan Decides Tight Contest Against Verona

December 21, (THEWILL) – AC Milan ended their recent challenging run with a determined 1-0 victory against Hellas Verona in Serie A. The opening period demonstrated Verona’s defensive strategy, having conceded substantial goals in their previ...

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 04:38:14 +0000
Bundesliga: Bayern Dominate Leipzig In Five-Goal Display

December 21, (THEWILL) – Bayern Munich delivered a commanding performance in their 5-1 victory over RB Leipzig at the Allianz Arena, extending their dominance in the Bundesliga with a remarkable display of attacking football. The win puts them seve...

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 04:35:26 +0000
EPL: Palace Midfielder Eze Sidelined For Arsenal Clash

December 21, (THEWILL) – Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze will miss Saturday’s English Premier League match against Arsenal due to a foot injury sustained during recent fixtures. The England international aggravated an existing foot con...

Rwanda

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:41:25 GMT
Marburg Outbreak in Rwanda Declared Over

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:24:55 GMT
Rwanda to Use GPS to Monitor Bats for Zoonotic Diseases

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:30:00 GMT
Rwanda Declares Marburg Virus Outbreak Over

[New Times] Rwanda declared the Marburg Virus Disease outbreak over on Friday, December 20, after 42 days since the last patient was discharged.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:43:18 GMT
The Stage Is Set for Christmas Carols, Say Organisers

[New Times] Organisers of annual Christmas Carols are optimistic that "everything is in place" as Rwanda's premier Catholic Church choir, Chorale de Kigali, prepares for early Christmas celebration with its Christian audience at BK Arena on Sunday, D...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:30:01 GMT
FERWACY Boss Admits Rwandan Riders Aren't Good Enough for World Champ

[New Times] Cycling governing body (FERWACY) president Samson Ndayishimiye has admitted that it will be difficult to find a Rwandan cyclist who can challenge for podium finish at such a big cycling competition like UCI Road World Championship despite...

Senegal

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:22:48 GMT
Dakar Air Quality Ranks Worst Globally As Dust Storm Engulfs Senegal

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Mon, 16 Dec 2024 14:17:23 GMT
Senegalese Healthtech Eyone Secures $1m to Expand in West Africa

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Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:04:05 GMT
FAJ Demands an End to Escalating Violations Against Media Professionals in Africa

[IFJ] As the continent marks the global observance of International Human Rights Day under the theme, "Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now," FAJ emphasises the devastating impact these abuses have on democracy, development, and the human rights of all ...

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:34:23 GMT
Incumbency Is Being Defied By Voters in Africa

[Foroyaa] The victory of PASTEF in the presidential election in Senegal and the victories of the opposition in Botswana and Ghana appear to be shaping a trend where opposition parties are defeating ruling parties in the first round. In Namibia, the S...

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:42:41 GMT
Senegal 'Making Progress' Convincing Military Regimes in Sahel to Remain With Ecowas

[RFI] Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has said he is 'making progress' in a mediation mission with junta-led Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, after the trio announced their departure from regional bloc Ecowas.

Seychelles

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 10:39:59 GMT
Seychelles' President Addresses Prison Riot and Assumption Island Project in Year-End Press Conference

[Seychelles News Agency] Seychelles' President Wavel Ramkalawan addressed key national issues during his final live press conference of the year on Tuesday, with a focus on the Montagne Posee Prison riot, the Assumption Island Hotel project, the rece...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:21:21 GMT
Seychelles Sends Condolences After Cyclone Chido and Vanuatu Earthquake

[Seychelles News Agency] The Seychelles' government has expressed condolences and solidarity with nations affected by Cyclone Chido and the recent earthquake in Vanuatu, emphasising international unity in the face of these devastating natural disaste...

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:06:52 GMT
Back to Abu Dhabi! - Air Seychelles to Fly Directly From May 2025, Etihad Codeshare Reestablished

[Seychelles News Agency] Air Seychelles has announced the introduction of a new, direct service connecting Seychelles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, beginning 24 May 2025. The airline, which serves as the national carrier o...

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:06:51 GMT
Seychelles Pushes Blue Economy Agenda With Key Boundary and Conservation Training

[Seychelles News Agency] Seychelles is solidifying its position as a leader in ocean governance by advancing training on maritime boundary delimitation and marine biodiversity conservation, both critical aspects of the global Blue Economy.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:09:43 GMT
China to Fund 136-Home Social Housing Project in Seychelles, Work Starts in 2026

[Seychelles News Agency] China and Seychelles have cemented their "strategic partnership" by signing agreements to launch major social housing projects on the main island of Mahe, a development set to bolster ties between the two nations.

Sierra Leone

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 13:16:43 GMT
Govt Partners IOM to Rescue Stranded Citizens in Sierra Leone

[The Herald] The Government has roped in the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) to facilitate the repatriation of over 20 Zimbabweans who are believed to be stranded in Sierra Leone.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:14:54 GMT
Lofa County - LDEA Arrests Sierra Leonean National With Narcotics

[Liberian Investigator] Foya -- The Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency (LDEA), Lofa County detachment, has arrested a 30-year-old Sierra Leonean national for possession of narcotics, including Kush and other harmful substances, in Foya Statutory Distri...

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:44:28 GMT
Child Care in Africa - Sierra Leone's Early Years Experiences

[African Arguments] Debating Ideas reflects the values and editorial ethos of the African Arguments book series, publishing engaged, often radical, scholarship, original and activist writing from within the African continent and beyond. It offers deb...

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 07:41:27 GMT
Sole Survivor Found Clinging to Tyre Tubes After Shipwreck

[Unicef] Statement by Regina De Dominicis, UNICEF Europe and Central Asia Regional Office and Special Coordinator for the Refugee and Migrant Response in Europe

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:09:45 GMT
World Bank Supports Sierra Leone With $80 Million to Enhance Macroeconomic Stability and Resilience

[World Bank] Freetown -- The World Bank today approved an $80 million financing package to support Sierra Leone's efforts to restore macro-fiscal stability and strengthen economic resilience. This financing includes a $60 million International Develo...

Sierra Leone Patriotic Vanguard

Cabinet shuffle in Canada

The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, Friday December 20 announced changes to the Ministry. The new Ministry will deliver on what matters most to Canadians: making life more affordable and growing the economy. Building on the work done sinc...

Terry Fox to appear on five-dollar Canadian bill

Global News has this week reported that Canadian legend Terry Fox will appear on the country's five-dollar bill. Here is the story: https://globalnews.ca/news/10921013/terry-fox-five-dollar-bill/ - Canada News / Cover Story

Shai Reshef tells us about Yidan prize ceremony

Commentary By Shai Reshef, Founder and President, University of the People I had the great honor of attending the 2024 Yidan Prize Awards Ceremony in Hong Kong. It was truly inspiring to witness the incredible contributions being made in the field...

APO group appoints first Culture Ambassador

APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading pan-African communications and PR consultancy firm is proud to announce Tracy Walakira's appointment as the company's first Culture Ambassador, coinciding with her 10th anniversary with the company. This newl...

The "not-for-profit" sector needs and deserves a serious rebrand

The "not-for-profit" sector needs and deserves a serious rebrand By Linda Glassco, President and CEO at Plan International Canada In my latest interview, I share why it's time to replace the word “non-profit” with “social impact sector.” T...

Sierra Leone Standard Times

Somalia

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:56:45 GMT
Somalia and Tanzania to Partner in the War Against Al-Shabaab

[Radio Dalsan] The Director of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), Abdullahi Sanbaloolshe, held an important meeting at the NISA headquarters with his counterpart, the Director of the Tanzania Intelligence and Security Service (TISS...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:25:55 GMT
Somalia Unveils Report On Security and Diplomatic Advances in the Horn of Africa

[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- The Federal government of Somalia issued a new report regarding the latest developments in the Horn of Africa nation, including security and diplomacy.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:22:47 GMT
Somalia's New Immigration Boss Calls for Acceleration of the Services By the Agency

[Radio Dalsan] On Thursday, the new Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Agency, Mustafa Sheikh Dhuhulow visited Mogadishu's Aden Added International Airport.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:55:24 GMT
President Mohamud Meets With the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tanzania

[Radio Dalsan] The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, welcomed the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Republic of Tanzania, Mr. Mohamud Thabit Kombo, and his delegation at the Presidential Palace. The dele...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:54:21 GMT
Minister of Internal Security Visits Garbaharey, Gedo Region to Expedite Offensive Against Al-Shabaab

[Radio Dalsan] The Minister of Internal Security of the Federal Government of Somalia, General Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail Fartaag, and his delegation has on Thursday arrived in Garbaharey town, Gedo region.

South Africa AllAfrica

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:09:03 GMT
Who's Behind 16 Days of Activism Online?

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:08:59 GMT
How South African Women Navigate Gender Issues on TikTok

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:31:45 GMT
Over 21 000 Spaza Shops Registration Forms Issued in Gauteng

[SAnews.gov.za] A total of 21 172 registration forms have been issued to local and foreign spaza shop owners across Gauteng.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:31:44 GMT
Botswana's New Administration Lifts Ban On SA Vegetable Imports

[SAnews.gov.za] International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, has welcomed Botswana's commitment to strengthening ties and promoting trade with South Africa.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:31:44 GMT
Department of Health Calls for Calm As Rubella Cases Rise

[SAnews.gov.za] The National Department of Health has stated that there is no need for the public to panic despite the rising number of rubella cases in the country.

South Africa Business Day

South Africa Independent

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:13:48 GMT
Missing toddler’s body recovered in Hartbeespoort Dam

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:35:57 GMT
Over 500 festive season deaths on SA roads so far, Creecy reveals

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:24:03 GMT
IOL EXCLUSIVE: How SAMWUMED's exclusion of Melomed Hospitals endangers patient lives

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:52:07 GMT
Travel light! Santaco threatens commuters with fines for excess luggage

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:11:27 GMT
Two Nigerians arrested in KZN after they were found with drugs and cash over R38,000

South Africa Mail & Guardian

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Merry coalition Christmas, and a happy GNU year

Jacob Zuma is vibing Black Jesus as the year comes to a close

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000
Second political realignment is in the offing ahead of 2026 poll

The SACP, EFF and uMkhonto weSizwe party are all looking at potential new alliances

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:12:49 +0000
Innovating for Inclusion | Mark Harris on the Future of Tech, Startups, and Media

In the latest episode of The Angle Podcast, we sit down with Mark Harris, CEO of Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct in Johannesburg, to discuss how technology can address systemic challenges, create jobs, and inspire a new generation of innovat...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 09:40:14 +0000
How online casinos keep players engaged

Bonuses have become so popular in the casino industry that it’s almost impossible to find an online platform without one

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 09:27:33 +0000
Competition Commission sets the record straight

Fair and balanced public discourse is encouraged by the commission, rather than newspapers publishing anonymous allegations that malign a commissioner

South Africa News 24

Saturday Dec 21 2024 11:39:27
News24 | SEE | Two injured after taxi crashes into Camps Bay property

Two people were injured after a taxi crashed into the gate of a house in Camps Bay on Friday evening.

Saturday Dec 21 2024 11:00:56
News24 | 'I wish I could go back and make different choices': Eastern Cape mom's fetal alcohol regrets

A young Eastern Cape mother has revealed how stress and despair during her pregnancy drove her to alcohol, leaving lasting consequences for her child.

Saturday Dec 21 2024 09:54:52
News24 | ANALYSIS | Gang arrests and deaths ignite chaos in Cape Town's underworld

The arrests of several prominent figures in Cape Town's underworld, and the deaths of other high-ranking gang leaders, has exposed the fragile and artificial peace that once masked the city's gang-infested streets.

Saturday Dec 21 2024 06:50:05
News24 | Beware of holiday scammers: Tips to protect your bank card from cloning this festive season

The holiday season brings with it a whirlwind of shopping and festive preparations, but unfortunately, it also comes with an increase in criminal activity targeted at unsuspecting consumers.

Saturday Dec 21 2024 07:55:51
News24 | Unfair play? Historic Wanderers Club 'dysfunctional' as members attempt to oust chair

The ball has been set rolling at the historic Wanderers Club for the removal of its chairperson, whom members accuse of running the renowned sporting facility like a fiefdom.

South Africa News 24

Saturday Dec 21 2024 11:39:27
News24 | SEE | Two injured after taxi crashes into Camps Bay property

Two people were injured after a taxi crashed into the gate of a house in Camps Bay on Friday evening.

Saturday Dec 21 2024 11:00:56
News24 | 'I wish I could go back and make different choices': Eastern Cape mom's fetal alcohol regrets

A young Eastern Cape mother has revealed how stress and despair during her pregnancy drove her to alcohol, leaving lasting consequences for her child.

Saturday Dec 21 2024 09:54:52
News24 | ANALYSIS | Gang arrests and deaths ignite chaos in Cape Town's underworld

Saturday Dec 21 2024 06:50:05
News24 | Beware of holiday scammers: Tips to protect your bank card from cloning this festive season

The holiday season brings with it a whirlwind of shopping and festive preparations, but unfortunately, it also comes with an increase in criminal activity targeted at unsuspecting consumers.

Saturday Dec 21 2024 07:55:51
News24 | Unfair play? Historic Wanderers Club 'dysfunctional' as members attempt to oust chair

The ball has been set rolling at the historic Wanderers Club for the removal of its chairperson, whom members accuse of running the renowned sporting facility like a fiefdom.

South Africa Sowetan Live

South Africa Times Live

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 10:03:26 +0200
US Senate passes government funding bill, averts shutdown

The late-night vote capped a frantic week that saw president-elect Donald Trump and his billionaire ally Elon Musk defeat an initial bipartisan deal, throwing Congress into disarray.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:30:54 +0200
Driver kills at least two after ramming into crowd at German Christmas market

A Saudi source told Reuters the kingdom had warned German authorities about the attacker, who the source said had posted extremist views on his personal X account.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 21:32:49 +0200
Man who allegedly killed girlfriend and son suspected the child was not his

A WhatsApp voice note sent by the alleged killer accuses the mother of giving birth to a child he had not fathered

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:43:00 +0200
DA confident Gwarube will implement Bela Act, protect schools’ autonomy

Negotiated outcome seen as a win-win compromise that enables implementation without undermining existing constitutional rights

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:17:18 +0200
Dirco unable to help SA woman stranded in UAE due to travel ban imposed by bank

“Consular assistance offered by embassies is non-financial,” spokesperson Clayson Monyela said.

South Sudan

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 07:03:21 GMT
Five Key Duels to Watch As South Sudan Take On Rwanda in Juba

[New Times] The "Bright Stars" of South Sudan welcome Rwanda's Amavubi to Juba International Stadium on Sunday, December 22, in the first of the two-legged tie that could decide the team which will qualify for the 2024 African Nations Championship (C...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:02:00 GMT
South Sudan Editor Emmanuel Monychol Akop Detained Without Charge By Intelligence Agents

[CPJ] Kampala -- The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on South Sudan's authorities to reveal the whereabouts of Emmanuel Monychol Akop, editor-in-chief of the privately owned The Dawn newspaper, who has been detained since November 28 by agents...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 04:44:54 GMT
South Sudan Set to Hold Elections in 2026, but Will It Be Ready?

[VOA] Juba, South Sudan -- South Sudan is due to hold long-delayed general elections in December 2026, and some wonder if the world's youngest nation will be ready.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:15:16 GMT
Facts About Rwanda's CHAN 2024 Ticket Challengers

[New Times] Jimmy Mulisa's Amavubi on Thursday, December 19, left for Juba ahead of Sunday's crunch tie against Bright Stars of South Sudan in the first leg of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 04:50:23 GMT
South Sudan Humanitarian Fund Allocates $8 Million to Support Cholera Response

[OCHA] The Humanitarian Coordinator for South Sudan, Ms. Anita Kiki Gbeho, has released US$8 million from the South Sudan Humanitarian Fund to support the multisectoral response to the cholera outbreak in six priority locations across the country: Re...

South Sudan Nation

Southern Africa

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:09:03 GMT
South Africa: Who's Behind 16 Days of Activism Online?

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:08:59 GMT
South Africa: How South African Women Navigate Gender Issues on TikTok

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:17:28 GMT
Angola: Newly Elected MPLA Vice President Joins Council of the Republic

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:18:48 GMT
Angola: Angola Make Historic Rise in FIFA Ranking

[ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola end the 2024 FIFA World Ranking in a historic position, occupying 85th place with 1,296 points.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:15:08 GMT
Namibia: Curtain Falls On 2024

Sudan

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:30:23 GMT
Refugees are Overwhelming Sudan Border Services Says UN Refugee Agency

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT
World Must Not Look Away From Sudan's 'Catastrophe' - Blinken

[State Department] New York -- Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken participates in a UN Security Council Session on Sudan in New York City, New York.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:22:47 GMT
The First Darfur Trial Ended At the ICC

[JusticeInfo.net] The first trial at the International Criminal Court for crimes committed in Darfur, Sudan, came to an end, 20 years after the charged crimes. During the closing statements, from 11 to 13 December 2024, the prosecution stated that th...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:19:16 GMT
Staggering Scale of Sudan Crisis 'Demands Sustained and Urgent Attention'

[UN News] A senior UN humanitarian official on Thursday issued an urgent plea for international support to alleviate the devastating toll of the ongoing war in Sudan, as millions remain in desperate need of aid and protection.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 07:00:53 GMT
Sudan Demands Apology Over Gen Muhoozi's Controversial Remarks

[Nile Post] The fallout from Gen. Muhoozi's latest remarks has further strained relations between Uganda and Sudan, nations that have traditionally maintained cordial ties.

Swaziland

Swaziland Times

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 10:10:00 +0200
FAMILY FLEES AS: ‘GHOST’ THROWS STONES, SWITCHES OFF LIGHTS

MBABANE – Do you believe in ghosts? A mother’s desperate search for answers has turned into a chilling ordeal for her family in Msahweni, a community

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 10:07:00 +0200
BOOZE GALORE AS BEER TRUCK OVERTURNS:

MBABANE – Just when folk around Nkomazi were wondering on what to do on a hot day, a truck loaded with beer overturned. Yesterday, around 10am,

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 10:04:00 +0200
ROAD ACCIDENTS: 18 DEATHS PER MONTH, ALCOHOL BLAMED

MBABANE – Drink-driving, speeding and overloading, in this order, are the major causes of accidents on the country’s roads. This was revealed by the Royal

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 10:01:00 +0200
SA BORDER DRONES: DAGGA GROWERS, POACHERS, SMUGGLERS BEWARE

MBABANE – Game rangers, police, soldiers may now have some assistance in curbing illegal activities, thanks to ‘eyes in the sky’. The South Africa Minister

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:50:00 +0200
INTERNATIONAL DOORS OPENING AS…THUBELIHLE, ‘KARAS’ ON SA’S SUPERSPORT RADAR

MBABANE - SuperSport United is said to be eyeing Sihlangu stars Thubelihle Mavuso and Bongi ‘Karas’ Magagula as potential signings during the upcoming January transfer

Tanzania

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:56:45 GMT
Somalia and Tanzania to Partner in the War Against Al-Shabaab

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:14:54 GMT
UNHCR, Governments of Burundi and Tanzania Reaffirm Their Commitment to Supporting Burundian Refugees Voluntary Return and Sustainable Reintegration

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:55:24 GMT
President Mohamud Meets With the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tanzania

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:03:49 GMT
Mogadishu, Somalia and Tanzania Sign Historic Agreements to Boost Bilateral Ties

[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a landmark event on Thursday, Somalia and Tanzania formalized their commitment to enhanced bilateral relations through the signing of multiple agreements in Mogadishu. The pacts address cooperation in defense, tour...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:43:51 GMT
Somalia and Tanzania Strengthen Growing Cooperation With Five Key MOUs

[Radio Dalsan] The Federal Republic of Somalia and the United Republic of Tanzania have signed crucial agreements in Mogadishu which are aimed at strengthening the relations between the two countries.

Tanzania Citizen

Togo

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 04:41:59 GMT
Did Togo Reforms Entrench President Gnassingbé's Power?

[IPS] Abuja -- In May 2024, Togo's President Faure Gnassingbé signed a new constitution, transitioning the country from a presidential to a parliamentary system. Under this new framework, lawmakers are responsible for electing the president.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:20:31 GMT
$100 Million in Funding to Accelerate Digital Transformation

[World Bank] Washington -- Today, the World Bank has approved the first round of financing of $100 million (equivalent to around FCFA 62 billion) in a series of projects from the International Development Association to support the Government of Togo...

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 04:21:30 GMT
$200 Million to Accelerate Reforms for Sustainable, Inclusive, and Resilient Development

[World Bank] Washington -- The World Bank today approved $200 million financing from the International Development Association (IDA) to support ambitious policy reforms to promote more productive and sustainable agriculture, accelerate rural electrif...

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 07:21:41 GMT
Black Galaxies Off to Togo for Friendly

[Ghanaian Times] The Black Galaxies left for Lome, Togo yesterday for an international friendly as part of preparations for the CHAN qualifiers against Nigeria later this month.

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 07:22:37 GMT
Benin Must Stay One Step Ahead of Violent Extremists Using IEDs

[ISS] Attacks using improvised explosive devices are among the deadliest. They require flexible responses that match terror groups' changing tactics.

Uganda

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:22:50 GMT
Museveni Pledges Additional Support for Landslide Victims

[Nile Post] President Museveni has promised to increase the 10-million-shilling resettlement package initially allocated to victims of landslides in Bugisu.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:12:35 GMT
Malaria's Silent Drain On Blood Supply

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- While malaria remains a major public health challenge, its impact extends far beyond the immediate illness and death it causes. One of its less recognised but critical consequences is the severe strain it places on ...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:57:19 GMT
Police Give Rare 'Special' Christmas Message to Kampala

[Nile Post] Police on Friday dominated various Kampala streets as the top leadership of the force gave a "special" but rare festive season message to city dwellers.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:25:52 GMT
Measles Outbreak Sends Shockwaves Through Nansana Municipality

[Nile Post] Fear and uncertainty grip Nansana Municipality following a confirmed measles outbreak that has left parents terrified and health officials scrambling to contain the rapidly spreading virus.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:25:51 GMT
Ssekandi Donates 10 Acres of Land for Masaka District Headquarters

[Nile Post] The donation aims to support the establishment of a new district administrative center, a significant step toward improving service delivery in the region.

Uganda Daily Monitor

West Africa

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:39:42 GMT
Liberia: Fire Chief Suspects Gasoline in Capitol Blaze, Calls for Weeklong Probe

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:41:02 GMT
Liberia: 'MCC Eligibility Just One Step in the Broader Development Process'

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:38:24 GMT
Liberia: Health Workers Go On Strike Over Salary Disparities

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:39:24 GMT
Nigeria: Raining Curses On Someone Online Is Criminal Offence - Police

[Vanguard] The Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has stated that directing curses at individuals online constitutes a criminal offense punishable under the law.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:14:53 GMT
Benin: Museum of Modern Art Set to Launch in Cotonou, Showcase Beninese Artists

Zambia

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:45:53 GMT
U.S. State Department's Briefing On Biden's Historic Trip to Angola

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:50:09 GMT
Lookman, Banda and Williams Are Big Winners At 2024 CAF Awards in Marrakech, Morocco

[CAF] Nigeria forward Ademola Lookman, Zambia striker Barbra Banda and South Africa goalkeeper Ronwen Williams were the big winners at a star-studded 2024 CAF Awards in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday as Africa's best performers for the year were honour...

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 06:49:29 GMT
Malawi and Zambia Suspend Fuel Imports Via Beira

[AIM] Maputo -- Zambia and Malawi have suspended the import of fuel via the central Mozambican port of Beira because of the demonstrations and riots following allegations of massive fraud in the general elections held on 9 October.

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 09:06:27 GMT
Top Court Bars Ex-President Lungu From Presidential Race

[allAfrica] The Constitutional Court ruled that former president Edgar Lungu could not run for re-election in 2026 - a year after Lungu announced his return to active political life.

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 10:56:49 GMT
Senator Coons, Cornyn Statement on Investments in the Lobito Corridor

[United States Senate] WASHINGTON -- Following last week's announcement of over $560 million in new funding to support the Lobito Corridor project, including commitments expected to generate at least $200 million in additional private-sector capital ...

Zimbabwe

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:57:26 GMT
Ok Zimbabwe Says Mthuli Ncube's 2025 Budget Will Increase Cost of Doing Business

[New Zimbabwe] LEADING retailer, OK Zimbabwe says the 2025 National Budget is set to increase business costs in the coming year worsening an already tough operating environment.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:20:19 GMT
High Court Orders Harare City Council to Immediately Refurbish Mbare Flats in Landmark Ruling

[New Zimbabwe] The High Court has ordered the City of Harare and the government to refurbish Mbare flats with immediate effect to restore dignity to residents who have lived under "squalid and intolerable conditions" for years.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 04:57:50 GMT
Fake 'Chief Munhumutapa' Remanded in Custody

[The Herald] A Harare man claiming to be King Munhumutapa, with powers to appoint and dethrone traditional chiefs in Zimbabwe, appeared in court on Wednesday facing charges of undermining the authority of the President.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 04:57:50 GMT
Govt Exceeds Housing Delivery Target

[The Herald] The Second Republic has successfully delivered 700 000 housing units under National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1), exceeding its initial target of 220 000 and is now approaching a new goal of one million units.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:15:23 GMT
President Launches Land Tenure Programme

[The Herald] President Mnangagwa will today launch the new Land Tenure Implementation Programme in Kwekwe to bolster the land ownership model, unlock huge amounts of finance, spur economic growth and enhance productivity.

Zimbabwe Herald

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:15:17 +0000
Historic milestone for Land Reform!. . . Beneficiaries get title deeds

Zvamaida Murwira in KWEKWE PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday delivered the historic first batch of title deeds to beneficiaries under the Land Tenure Implementation Programme as the Second Republic bolsters land ownership that will put an end to the issu...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:15:08 +0000
A night of elegance, inspiration at The Herald Community Heroes Awards

Lifestyle Writer Oh, what a night! The recently concluded ‘The Herald Community Heroes Awards’, held at the illustrious Rainbow Towers, was nothing short of a spectacular celebration of humanity and selflessness. This grand event, hosted by Zimba...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:14:23 +0000
Stakeholders hail programme as a game-changer

Zvamaida Murwira in KWEKWE BENEFICIARIES, businessmen and other stakeholders have hailed the issuance of title deeds on farms under the Land Tenure Implementation Programme launched by President Mnangagwa yesterday, saying it is the panacea to unlock...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:12:26 +0000
Mutamba appointed Police chief

Herald Reporter PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has appointed Deputy Commissioner-General Stephen Mutamba as the new Commissioner-General of the Zimbabwe Republic Police, following the retirement of Commissioner General Tandabantu Godwin Matanga. The appointment...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:11:29 +0000
Zim strengthens diplomatic ties with Algeria, Palestine, UNICEF

Ivan Zhakata Herald Correspondent ZIMBABWE continues to bolster its international partnerships with significant diplomatic engagements by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Professor Amon Murwira, who this week hosted Algeria’...

Zimbabwe Mail

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 21:49:55 +0000
Zimbabwean girl goes missing in the UK

West Yorkshire Police are urgently appealing for information to help locate a 14-year-old girl, Nakai [...]

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 21:31:24 +0000
Parliament passes 2025 National Budget

Parliament passed the 2025 National Budget this week after lengthy debates that went through the [...]

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 21:04:11 +0000
Energy woes hit OK Zimbabwe, fuelling costs

OK Zimbabwe Limited says escalating cost of electricity, along with heavy reliance on backup power [...]

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:57:50 +0000
Businesses navigate choppy waters in 2024

Zimbabwe’s operating environment has remained largely the same over the years, and industry and businesses [...]

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:49:11 +0000
Zimbabwe Central Bank governor charts course for stability, growth in 2025

Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor, Dr. John Mushayavanhu, has outlined his key priorities for 2025, [...]

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