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Nigeria: Nigeria's Tunde Onakoya Shatters World Record with 60-Hour Chess Marathon

[Premium Times] He originally set out to do 58 hours, Onakoya persevered for a grueling 60 hours.

U.S. Military to Withdraw Troops From Niger

The status of a $110 million air base in the desert remains unclear as the West African country deepens its ties with Russia.

Sudan: Sudanese Refugees in Germany Decry Forgotten War

[DW] One year on from the outbreak of another war, Sudan is being torn apart by one of the world's worst humanitarian crises in recent memory. More aid has been pledged, but many see no end to the suffering.

Africa: Meaningful Action to Prevent the Use of Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas Could Almost Halve Number of Child Casualties in Conflicts

[Unicef] New York/Oslo -- Between 2018 and 2022, explosive weapons were responsible for nearly half - 49.8 per cent - of the more than 47,500 instances of children killed and maimed that were verified by the United Nations, in more than 24 conflict zones globally. The vast majority of these ...

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Is Now a Family State - - Says Chamisa Taking Aim At Mnangagwa 'Dynasty'

[New Zimbabwe] OPPOSITION leader Nelson Chamisa says the political arena under President Emmerson Mnangagwa's rule has worsened and slipped the country into a one-party dictatorship.

Africa: Who Should Be the Next UN Leader? - Part 6

[IPS] Apex, North Carolina / Dublin, Ireland -- Michelle Bachelet is a formidable candidate to be the next UN Secretary-General. Some would even make her the frontrunner, should she choose to stand. Bachelet was the first female head of state in Chile, having served as president on two separate ...

Uganda: United States Provides $11 Million to WFP's Refugees Response in Uganda

[WFP] Kampala -- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a contribution of US$11 million from USAID, on behalf of the American people. This additional funding brings USAID's total support for refugees in Uganda to nearly $83 million since the beginning of Fiscal Year 2023. ...

Zimbabwe: 65 Illegal Forex Dealers Arrested, Set to Appear in Court

[New Zimbabwe] A CLAMPDOWN on illegal foreign exchange dealers operating on the streets of Harare has netted a total 65, who are set to appear in court this Monday, April 22, 2024.

Mozambique: OCHA Seeks $413m for Humanitarian Crisis in Northern Mozambique

[VOA] Maputo, Mozambique -- The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, known as OCHA, is seeking $413 million in emergency aid to support over 1 million people in northern Mozambique dealing with climate disasters and an insurgency concentrated in the province of Cabo Delgado.

Congo-Kinshasa: Colonialism Revamped in the Democratic Republic of Congo

[African Arguments] Lord Leverhulme's 1911 concession in the Congo, is now held by an African-run New York-based private equity firm with strong links to global philanthropy.

Nigeria: High-Level African Counter-Terrorism Meeting Holds in Abuja, Nigeria

[Premium Times] Representatives from regional and sub-regional organisations, civil society and various entities of the United Nations will attend the meeting.

Nigeria: Chess Marathon - Encomiums As Tunde Onakoya Sets World Record

[Vanguard] Nigerians have taken to social media and other platforms to congratulate chess master, Tunde Onakoya for setting a new world chess marathon record.

Sudan: War in Sudan Is 'A Crisis of Epic Proportions' As Atrocities Abound

[UN News] The year-long ongoing war in Sudan is "a crisis of epic proportions", and the world must rethink the way it supports the Sudanese people amid rampant atrocities against civilians and no end in sight, top UN and African Union officials warned the Security Council on Friday.

Africa: Transcript of African Department April 2024 Press Briefing

[IMF] PARTICIPANTS: ABEBE AEMRO SELASSIE - Director, African Department; TATIANA MOSSOT - Senior Communications Officer

Nigeria: Lagos' Slum Dwellers Are Excluded From Decisions That Affect Them. 3 Ways to Change That

[The Conversation Africa] Lagos is a city of two halves: money dripping in the corridors of corporate offices, and stagnant water dripping in the slums that are home to over 20 million. Residents of informal settlements grapple with the daily challenges that come with inadequate infrastructure, ...

Sudan: UN - Growing Fears of Rebel Attack On Darfur's El Fasher

[VOA] United Nations -- Two senior United Nations officials raised the alarm Friday that an attack on the North Darfur capital of El Fasher could be imminent and may trigger a deadly intercommunal conflict across Darfur.

Africa: Five Ways You Can Help Save the Environment this Mother Earth Day

[UNEP] It is easy to get discouraged by the state of the planet.

Sudan: Cardin, Risch, Meeks, McCaul Request Determination of Human Rights Abuses Committed by Sudan's RSF

[United States Senate] Washington, DC -- Today, U.S. Senators Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Chair and Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, along with U.S. Representatives Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.) and Michael McCaul (R-Texas), Ranking Member and Chairman of the ...

Central African Republic: Over 50 Drown After Boat Capsizes in Mpoko River

[DW] The boat passengers were reportedly on their way to a funeral when the boat sank. Authorities said they were still looking for other people, with the total number of passengers still unknown.

Seychelles: Blue Whales - First Discovery Near Seychelles in Decades - What Our Study Found

[The Conversation Africa] Blue whales are fascinating animals. At 24-30 metres in length (longer than a basketball court) they are the largest creatures on Earth. They are also among the rarest. Estimates suggest that there are only around 5,000 to 15,000 blue whales left in the world.

Sudan: Cameron Hudson On Sudan War - 'I Do Not Expect Anything From the Jeddah Negotiations'

[Dabanga] Washington D.C. -- After the US special envoy to Sudan, Tom Periello, told Radio Dabanga that the Jedda negotiations will resume in May, Cameron Hudson, a senior fellow in the Africa Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington, has ruled out that ...

Liberia: Opposition Troubled Over Mass Dismissal of Presidential Guards

[New Republic] The opposition Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) through its Acting National Chairman, Atty. Janga A. Kowo has expressed grave concern over what it terms as mass dismissal, harassment, arrests, brutalization and torture of former personnel of the Executive Protection Service ...

Gabon: Paris Court to Rule On Corruption Charges Against Gabon Ex-President's Daughter

[RFI] A Paris court is preparing to deliver its verdict on corruption charges against Pascaline Bongo, the daughter and chief of staff of Gabon's late president, Omar Bongo. She is accused of accepting millions of euros to help a French company secure contracts.

Nigerian master breaks chess marathon record

The 29-year-old chess master plays for 58 consecutive hours and counting on New York's Times Square.

Nigeria: It's Official - First Bank Confirms Alebiosu As Acting CEO

[Premium Times] PREMIUM TIMES reported the appointment of Mr Alebiosu following the surprised resignation of Adesola Adeduntan

Malawi: Malawi Law Society Summons Lawyer, Andrew Mdala, for Non-Payment of K68 000 Petrol Bill

[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Law Society (MLS) has summoned lawyer Andrew Mdala to a disciplinary hearing for allegedly failing to square a K68,000 fuel and oil bill at a gas station in Blantyre for over a year.

Nigeria: Exclusive - Meet the Man Who Will Suceed Adeduntan As First Bank CEO

[Premium Times] Segun Alebiosu began his professional career in 1991 with Oceanic Bank Plc and joined FirstBank in 2016.

Rwanda: April 21, 1994 - UN Ignores Warnings, Adopts Resolution to Withdraw Some Troops From Rwanda

[New Times] On April 21, 1994, the United Nations disregarded the urgent calls regarding the escalating crisis in Rwanda as the UN Security Council amended the UNAMIR mandate and withdrew a portion of its troops from the country.

Uganda: Uganda Endorsed to Join Khartoum Process Steering Committee

[Independent (Kampala)] Cairo, Egypt -- Uganda has been endorsed to the Khartoum Process Steering Committee, an announcement made during the Senior Officials' Meeting taking place in Cairo, Egypt 17th -18th April 2024

Kenya: Tea Auction Sees Ksh2 Billion Loss Despite Minimum Price Cut

[Business Day Africa] Tea worth Ksh2 billion was withdrawn from the market in the latest sale, as the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) sought to stimulate demand by reducing the minimum price of the beverage and releasing older stocks.

Sudan: OCHA Appeals to Security Council to Do More to 'Silence the Guns' in Sudan

[OCHA] Briefing to the Security Council on the Humanitarian Situation in Sudan by Edem Wosornu, Director, Operations and Advocacy for OCHA, on behalf of Martin Griffiths, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator

Africa: Communique of the 1209th Meeting of the PSC Held On 18 April 2024, On Briefing On the Situation in Sudan

[African Union] Adopted by the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) at its 1209th meeting, held on 18 April 2024, on Briefing on the Situation in Sudan.

Africa: COP28 President Wins Award for Energy Leadership

[COP28 UAR] COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber was recognized with an award by the World Energy Council for his leadership in advancing the energy transition through the delivery of the historic UAE Consensus.

Malawi: Eye Health Project Tackles Inequity By Bringing Health Services To The Community

[Sightsavers] A pioneering eye health project in Malawi has broken barriers to health equity by bringing health services to community level. The project, supported by international development organisation Sightsavers, reached over 122,000 people, including women and people with disabilities, ...

Zambia: Zambian Lead Poisoning Claimants Win Permission to Appeal Class Action Against Anglo American

[Children of Kabwe] On Friday, April 19 The Johannesburg High Court granted permission to appeal an earlier ruling denying class action certification for 140,000 women and children in Kabwe, Zambia.

Malawi: Malawi Challenges USA and European Nations to Lift Sanctions On Zimbabwe

[Nyasa Times] Malawi has told the United States of America and European countries to lift sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe.

Kenya: 1 Person Killed After Residential Apartment Wall Collapses in Ruaka

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- One person has been killed after a perimeter wall at an apartment building collapsed in Ruaka during heavy rains.

Africa: Creating Credible Carbon Market in Africa

[Africa Renewal] Integrity is key as world's largest carbon market auction is held in Nairobi

Kenya: Bureau of Standards Blamed for Exposing Farmers to Sub-Standard Fertilizer

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Senators are accusing the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) of dropping their guard and exposing farmers to sub-standard fertilisers.

Nigeria: Court Stops Kano Govt From Charging Litigants Exorbitant Filing Fees - Official

[Premium Times] Plaintiff says the judgement will improve access to justice for low-income litigants across the state.

Kenya: Kenya Red Cross On High Alert As Estates, Roads Flood in Nairobi

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Red Cross has mobilized tactical teams to aid in search and rescue efforts in various parts of Nairobi affected by Saturday's heavy rainfall.

Africa: Earth Day Puts Focus on Conservation Efforts

[VOA] Monday marks Earth Day, which for more than 50 years has placed a focus on clean air and water, addressing pollution and championing conservation efforts.

Kenya: Jepchirchir Eyes Paris Olympics Title After Conquering London Marathon

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- After smashing the women-only world record at the London Marathon, Olympics champion Peres Jepchirchir has now set her sights on another gold at this summer's games in Paris.

South Africa: Esther Mahlangu - How the Famous South African Artist Keeps Her Ndebele Culture Alive

[The Conversation Africa] Esther Mahlangu is having a retrospective of her world famous art in Cape Town. Now 88, the South African visual artist is best known for her colourful large-scale murals in the traditional patterns and colours of the Ndebele people of South Africa - once famously ...

Africa: For Peace in Africa, Boost Regional Blocs - - Like West Africa's Ecowas

[USIP] ECOWAS has proven it can solve crises. But like U.N. and other bodies, it needs updating.

Africa Live: Nigeria army vows revenge after soldiers killed in ambush

The troops were patrolling a village in Niger state when they were attacked by what the army calls "terrorists" - and more stories

Zimbabwe: El Nino-Linked Drought Threatens Maize Production in Zimbabwe

[New Zimbabwe] Mazowe district of Zimbabwe's Mashonaland Central province is struggling with prolonged severe drought, threatening the country's maize supply, and impacting business of its grain millers.

Ethiopia: IMF Wary of 'Elevated' Prospect of Violence in Ethiopia

[Reporter] The Fund forecasts 6.2 percent 2024 growth rate for Ethiopian economy

Uganda: Traders Call Off Strike, for Now, After Government Agrees to Additional Demands

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Thousands of traders, who had shut their shops in Kampala and other towns, called off their strike on April 20, claiming a tentative victory following a meeting with President Yoweri Museveni.

The man clothing London's brutalist icon

Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama gives a well-loved London landmark a bold pink makeover.

Sudan: Chair Cardin Urges U.S., Partners to Push for Immediate Humanitarian Assistance to Sudan

[United States Senate] Washington, DC -- Today, U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered a speech on the Senate floor marking one year since the onset of civil war in Sudan, and calling on the United States and our international partners ...

Kenya: Lorna Ogolla Honors Father's Legacy, Urges Pursuit of Excellence Amidst Adversity

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Lorna Ogolla, the daughter of the late military chief General Francis Ogolla has implored Kenyans to embrace a pursuit of excellence despite adversities, echoing her father's legacy.

US agrees to pull troops out of Niger

It means the US will lose its primary base where it monitors regional Islamist activity.

Rwanda: Genocide Survivors Ask Blinken to Retract 'Misleading' Statement

[New Times] The umbrella association of Genocide against the Tutsi survivor organisations, Ibuka, has asked United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken to retract a statement he made on April 7 at the occasion of the 30th commemoration of the Genocide.

Liberia: Legal Disputes At Lta Disrupting Telecommunications Sector Operations

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- FrontPage Africa has learned that ongoing political and legal disputes between the executive branch and the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) are causing disruptions in the communications sector.

Nigeria: Yoruba Nation Agitators and the Need to Curb Secessionist Tendencies

[Premium Times] With the Ibadan security breach, the police and other units of the intelligence community have once more been exposed for their gross incompetence.

Kenya: Special Advisor On International Disability Rights Minkara Travel to Kenya

[State Department] Special Advisor on International Disability Rights (SAIDR) Sara Minkara is traveling to Kenya April 22 to 26 to meet with host government officials to support continued U.S.-Kenyan relations on the development of assistive technology, inclusive education, and employment ...

Kenya: Executions? Never Under My Watch - President Ruto

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has reiterated his vow when he took over office in August 2022 that extrajudicial killings and executions will never happen under his watch.

Government and Lords face new Rwanda showdown

Rishi Sunak said there will be no more delays to his asylum plan and Parliament will sit and "vote until it's done".

South Africa: South Africa's Security Forces Once Brutally Entrenched Apartheid. It's Been a Rocky Road to Reform

[The Conversation Africa] One of the important tasks that faced South Africa's democratic government after 1994 was to reform the apartheid-era security apparatus.

Somalia: UN Says Heavy Rains to Affect About 770,000 People in Somalia

[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- The upcoming heavier normal Gu rains and floods in 22 districts of Somalia are expected to affect some 770,000 people, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said on Sunday, according to Xinhua.

Togo passes laws removing president's term limits

Authorities say the reforms are necessary, but opponents say they will lengthen the president's rule.

Central African Republic: 20 Dead After Ferry Sinks in Central African Republic, Witnesses Say

[VOA] Bangui, Central African Republic -- At least 20 people have drowned in Central African Republic after a ferry sank while carrying passengers on a river, witnesses said Saturday.

Ethiopia: Joint Press Release | Supporting Immediate Emergency Response for Cross Border Communities in Eastern Africa

[Africa CDC] Nairobi -- To strengthen regional cross-border Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) readiness during public health emergencies, Africa CDC, UNICEF, IFRC, and WHO (the Collective Service core partners) as well as IOM, READY and the UK-PHRST, organized ...

Rwanda: Six Key Proposed Changes to Rwanda's Mineral Tax Law

[New Times] Rwanda is seeking to amend its mineral tax law with a view to to promote value addition for higher revenues and discourage the exportation of the valuable natural substances in raw form, according to a bill under scrutiny in parliament.

Zimbabwe: Gospel Musician Ivy Kombo, Hubby in Futile Bid to Block 'Incriminating' Exhibits

[New Zimbabwe] Gospel musician Ivy Kombo and her husband, Admire Kasi's efforts to block tendering of exhibits in the matter they are accused of illegally acquiring conversion certificates to practice law in Zimbabwe failed last week after the court ruled this was a triable issue.

Nigeria: First Bank Appoints New MD/CEO

[Premium Times] Mr Alebiosu takes the crown from Adesola Adeduntan, who gave up the role abruptly on Saturday even though he was due to complete his tenure in December.

Malawi: Another Political Party Born? Nankhumwa Hints At Announcing His New Party

[Nyasa Times] Former Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) vice president for the south, Kondwani Nankhumwa has taken up on social media platforms to tell his followers that he will soon announce his next political move following his unprecedented expulsion from the party he helped to found.

Kenya: Young Farmers in Dry Regions Benefit From Profitable Farming Training

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Two international organisations are targeting thousands of youthful farmers in several semi-arid counties for training in profitable agriculture.

Kenya: Kenyan Data Protection Awareness Campaign Goes Nationwide

[Business Day Africa] The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has launched a nationwide public awareness campaign aimed at educating Kenyans on safeguarding their personal data, privacy, and avenues for lodging complaints.

Kenya: Calls for Transparent Probe Into General Ogolla's Death Gain Traction

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kalonzo Musyoka, a Co-principal of Azimio, has urged the government to publicly disclose the cause of General Francis Ogolla's death once investigations are completed.

Kenya: Aga Khan University Gets Funding for Cervical Cancer Testing

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Aga Khan University has been awarded Sh19.6 million by the National Institute of Health to advance cervical cancer testing in the country.

Mauritania: Mauritania - the Latest Target in EU Migration Control

[ISS] Instead of serving as shields for Europe, African countries should pursue a common approach that puts their citizens first.

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Announces 18 Years As Minimum Age for Tertiary Education

[Premium Times] "The minimum age of entry into the university is 18, but we have seen students who are 15, 16 years going in for the entrance examination."

Kenya: President Ruto Says Kenya Still an Investment Destination of Choice

[Capital FM] Machakos -- President William Ruto has said Kenya remains a competitive investment destination of choice.

U.K. Pushes Through Rwanda Deportation Bill

Britain’s Parliament passed contentious legislation to allow the deportation of asylum seekers to the African country, a political victory for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

Gambia: Barrow Calls for Robust Partnership With Gambian Publishers

[The Point] President Adama Barrow hosted a delegation of Gambian Newspaper publishers, led by their President, Pap Saine of the Point Newspaper, to discuss strengthening the relations between the Government and the Publishers.

Nigeria: In Final Report, Commonwealth Identifies Factors That Undermined Nigeria's 2023 Elections

[Premium Times] The Commonwealth observers said institutional and legal reform is necessary if Nigeria is to make lasting progress on issues such as campaign finance, electoral offences and inclusion.

Unease as Rwanda gears up for arrival of UK migrants

Rwanda is gearing up to welcome deported asylum seekers once the landmark UK bill is passed.

Nigeria: Tackling the Budget Utilisation Challenges in the Nigerian Health Sector

[Nigeria Health Watch] The Nigerian health sector is severely underfunded. Each budget year, the majority of health advocates lament the federal government's inability to meet the Abuja Declaration's target of allocating at least 15% of the country's budget to the health sector. Although ...

Gambia: Barrow Vows to Repeal Draconian Media Laws - Pap Saine

[The Point] Veteran Gambian journalist and co-founder of The Point newspaper, Pap Saine, who doubles as the chairperson of the Newspaper Publishers Association (NEPA) has revealed that the Gambian leader has assured them of his continuous commitment to press freedom and also his desire ...

Kenya: Kenya Pays Military Homage to Army Chief Killed in Crash

[New Era] Nairobi -- With a 19-gun cannon salute and a religious ceremony, Kenya on Saturday paid a military tribute to its army chief who died in a helicopter accident this week. Kenyan president William Ruto, along with deputy president Rigathi Gachagua and opposition leader Raila Odinga, ...

Kenya: Friday Memorial Service for Late CDF Ogolla Postponed Indefinitely

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The memorial service for the late General Francis Ogolla that set for Friday has been postponed indefinitely the Kenya Defence Forces has announced.

Zimbabwe: Politically Immature Chamisa Should 'Herd Cattle' - Chiwenga

[New Zimbabwe] ZANU PF Deputy President Constantino Chiwenga has taken a dig at Nelson Chamisa describing the opposition leader as politically immature.

Ethiopia: Empowering Preservation Techniques to Ensure Food Security

[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia has a diverse agricultural landscape and is a hub for fruit production. With an abundance of delicious fruits such as mango, banana, papaya, avocado and orange, the country possesses immense potential for both domestic consumption and international trade. The ...

Nigeria: Terrorism - Renew Social Contract With Citizens, UN Tells Nigeria, Others

[Daily Trust] The Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations, Ms Amina Mohammed, suggested that one of the ways to remove the engenders of terrorism on the continent is for Africa to work to rebuild its social contract with its citizens, and deliver good governance.

Ghana: Ghana's Cocoa Farmers Are Losing, Despite Record Prices

[DW] The price of cocoa on the global market soared to a record high in April, but African farmers are struggling to make ends meet. In countries like Ghana, the local pricing system has left many frustrated and hopeless.

Uganda: Traffic Diverted As Kampala - Masaka Road Section Caves in

[Nile Post] Police have advised motorists to use alternatives routes to enable ongoing works to repair the section of Kampala-Masaka highway that caved in on Sunday continue smoothly.

Africa: Two New Malaria Vaccines Are Being Rolled Out Across Africa - How They Work and What They Promise

[The Conversation Africa] Malaria incidents are on the rise. There were 249 million cases of this parasitic disease in 2022, five million more than in 2021. Africa suffers more than any other region from malaria, with 94% of cases and 95% of deaths worldwide.

Africa: Africa's El Nino Crises Demand Action and Funding

[DW] El Nino is causing extreme weather events in East Africa and a crippling drought in the south of the continent. Experts say immediate action is needed to tackle famine and displacement.

Gambia: Newspaper Publishers Meet President Barrow

[The Point] As part of its outreach programme to meet key stakeholders, the Newspaper Publishers Association (NEPA) on Friday held a meeting with President Adama Barrow at State House. The meeting came after a month-old request was made by NEPA to introduce the association which is the umbrella ...

South Africa: Meerkat - the South African Radio Telescope That's Transformed Our Understanding of the Cosmos

[The Conversation Africa] South Africa's Karoo region is a vast semi-arid area that stretches across four of the country's provinces. It is sparsely populated and renowned for its wide open spaces.

Rwanda: UK Migrants to Start Coming to Rwanda Within 3 Months - British PM

[New Times] UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said that the UK-Rwanda migration deal will finally get operational within a period of 10 to 12 weeks as the first flight of illegal migrants from the UK will fly to Rwanda.

Gambia: Good Morning Mr President - Senegal-Gambia Relations, OIC Summit

[The Point] Mr President, it is gratifying to see the newly elected Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye make its first visit to The Gambia, to discuss pertinent issues including cementing the existing bilateral relations between the two sister countries with you.

Joel Breman, Who Helped Stop an Ebola Outbreak in Africa, Dies at 87

Part of a team flown in to fight the deadly virus in 1976, Dr. Breman also worked to stamp out tropical diseases like smallpox, malaria and Guinea worm.

South Africa's ANC loses Zuma party name battle

The uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) party takes its name and logo from the now-disbanded ANC armed wing.

Tunisia: Tunisian, Algerian and Libyan Leaders Stress Need to Unify Their Positions and Visions

[Tunis Afrique Presse] At the end of the first consultative meeting held in Tunis on Monday at the invitation of President Kais Saied, the leaders of Tunisia, Algeria and Libya stressed the need to unify their positions and consolidate the tradition of consultation on various issues of common ...

Rwanda: UK Government Plans Rwanda Migrant Flights As Lawmakers Vote

[DW] The British Parliament is once again voting on a plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said the flights will go ahead "come what may."

Niger: Us Begins Talks On Withdrawal of Troops From Niger

[VOA] A Pentagon spokesman said Monday the U.S. has begun discussions with the military government of Niger about withdrawing of some 1,000 U.S. troop from two air bases in the nation.

Nigeria: Court Orders Service of EFCC's Charge On Ex-Gov Bello's Lawyer

[Vanguard] Abuja -- Following the absence of the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, for his arraignment, the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Tuesday, ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to serve a copy of the charge against him on his lawyer.

Parliament passes Rwanda bill after months of wrangling

After a late-night parliamentary sitting, the plan to send some asylum seekers to the East African country is set to become law.

Nigeria: Nigerian University Speaks On Murdered Professor

[Premium Times] The university described Mr Olomojobi as "a vibrant personality who gave his all to imparting knowledge and empowering young people of the university where he taught."

Uganda: Supreme Court Remains Only Hope for Gay Rights Activists in Uganda

[Nile Post] The Supreme Court is the only hope for the gay rights activists after 22 petitioners filed an appeal last week with hope nullify the anti-gay law adopted last year.

Africa: UN Talks Determine Fate of Global Plastic Pollution Treaty

[WWF] As negotiators head into the fourth and penultimate UN talks on a global plastic pollution treaty, known as INC-4, a WWF analysis of states' submissions to the treaty's revised draft text shows that the majority of states support ambitious and legally-binding global rules across the ...

Ethiopia: Save the Children Open Call for Innovation Partners to Help More Children Receive Vaccinations in Ethiopia and Nigeria

[savethechildren_uk] The Save the Children Immunisation Accelerator is open for applications from community-based organisations, and from local and national NGOs, research teams, social enterprises and tech companies. The most promising approaches will get the opportunity to increase their ...

Gambia: Prominent Youth Leader Marr Nyang, Others Arrested

[The Point] Prominent youth leader Marr Nyang, who doubles as the Executive Director of Gambia Participate and Omar Cham, the Speaker of the National Youth Parliament (NYP) among other young people in NBR have been arrested in the early hours of Sunday morning, The Point has been reliably informed.

Mdou Moctar’s Guitar Is a Screaming Siren Against Africa’s Colonial Legacy

“Funeral for Justice,” the musician from Niger’s album due next month, amps up the urgency in his work: “I want you to know how serious this is.”

Ethiopia: Grand World Investment Holding Group Expresses Desire to Invest in Ethiopia

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- China's Grand World Investment Holding Group has expressed desire to engage in the manufacturing sector of Ethiopia.

Ethiopia: Audacious Step for Ensuring Lasting Peace

[Ethiopian Herald] The government of Ethiopia has more than anytime else prioritized peace and security and working for the successfulness of close talks, dialogs and national and, continental peace deals. Besides, the country has been working to effectively deal with the recurrent crisis, ...

Uganda: Uganda Advances Anti-Counterfeit Law

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The government's enactment of the Anti-Counterfeit Goods Bill signifies an important step towards safeguarding intellectual property, fostering fair competition, and ultimately, protecting Ugandan consumers. However, stakeholders acknowledge that the ...

Ethiopia: Diplomatic Missions in Addis Abeba Call for De-Escalation Amid Unrest in Raya Alamata District, Tigray Region

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Following recent episodes of violent confrontation in the Raya Alamata district, located within the South Tigray Zone, the diplomatic missions of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States based in Addis Abeba have conveyed ...

Liberia: AML CEO Kick-Starts 'Community School Supply Initiative

[New Republic] Over the weekend, Jozephus Coenen, the CEO of ArcelorMittal-Liberia, launched another round of ArcelorMittal-Liberia's 'Community School Supply Initiative.'

Senegal: Will Senegal's New President Shake Up External Relations?

[ISS] Despite pre-election rhetoric, long-standing principles and regional realities will likely guide international relations.

Uganda: AfDB Secures U.S.$7.3million Fertilizer Deal for African Farmers

[Independent (Kampala)] Analysis -- The Africa Fertilizer Financing Mechanism (AFFM) has secured a CAD$10 million (US$7.3 million) funding commitment from Global Affairs Canada, aimed at enhancing food production and increasing income for about 800,000 smallholder farmers across Africa.

Kenya: Ex-IEBC Chairperson Issack Hassan, Grace Nzioka Among 41 Shortlisted for Court of Appeal Judge Slots

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson Issack Hassan is among forty one candidates short listed for Court of Appeal Judges.

Liberia: Who Replaces VP Koung As Nimba's Next Senator?

[Liberian Observer] As citizens and residents of Nimba County head to the polls today to elect the next senator in the eagerly anticipated by-election, the focus is on the four male candidates vying for the seat. The candidates include former Senator Thomas Grupee of Reform National Congress, ...

Africa: Kenya's Chipu Eyes Second Straight Win in Rugby Africa Barthes Trophy

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Following their opening win against Namibia, the national under-20 team will be out to pick a second straight win when they face Tunisia on Wednesday in the Rugby Africa Barthes Trophy.

Nigeria: Shettima, Jonathan, Abubakar, Others Attend Dialogue On State Police

[Premium Times] The state policing bill currently before the National Assembly seeks the removal of police from the exclusive legislative list to the concurrent list.

Funeralgoers die as ferry sinks in CAR

At least 58 people are known to have died in a boating disaster that was caught on camera.

Namibia: Swapo Omaheke Irked By Venaani 'Pensioner' Jibe

[New Era] Swapo top brass in Omaheke have come out swinging, condemning the recent comments by Popular Democratic Movement president McHenry Venaani referring to their presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as a "pensioner".

Nigeria: NERC Transfers Regulatory Oversight of Enugu Electricity Market to State Govt

[Premium Times] NERC noted that all transfers envisaged by this order should be completed by 22 October 2024

Senegal: Senegal's New Leader Calls for a Rethink of the Country's Relationship With the EU

[RFI] Senegal's new leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye has called for a rethink of the country's relationship with the EU during a visit by European Council President Charles Michel.

Africa: Can We Achieve the Global Target for Maternal Mortality?

[allAfrica] Dar es Salaam, Tanzania -- "Did you know hundreds of thousands of women die in childbirth every year? Dr Anita Zaidi is determined to change that."

Zimbabwe: Chipinge Herdsman Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Raping Two Cousins

[New Zimbabwe] A 52-year-old herdsman was sentenced to 20 years in prison by the Chipinge Magistrates Court on two counts of indecent assault and a single count of rape.

South Sudan: South Sudan Declares Massive Red Eye Outbreak On Uganda Border

[Independent (Kampala)] Juba -- South Sudanese health officials on Monday declared an outbreak of conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, along the border between Uganda.

Kenya: Rescue Operation Underway for Several People Trapped in Nyamira Building Collapse

[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- Several people have been trapped in a five-storey building that has collapsed in Gesima, Nyamira County.

Ethiopia land violence leaves thousands homeless

Almost 29,000 people are displaced by fighting along the border of the Tigray and Amhara regions.

Africa: Airlines Urged Not to Facilitate UK-Rwanda Asylum Transfers

[UN News] UN experts have expressed concern over airlines and aviation authorities' involvement in the unlawful removal of asylum seekers from the United Kingdom to Rwanda under an agreement between the two governments and the proposed 'Safety of Rwanda' Bill.

Africa: Political Dynamics in the Horn of Africa - an Analyst's Pitfall

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

Zimbabwe: Arrested 'Money Changers' to Spend Two More Days Behind Bars, Bail Ruling Deferred

[New Zimbabwe] Suspected forex dealers arrested last week on allegations of contravening the Exchange Control Act will spend more days in jail after bail ruling was deferred.

Rwanda: UK Parliament Passes Rwanda Asylum Plan

[DW] The British upper house approved a plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the government has already chartered commercial jets that would be ready within months.

Liberia: Is Boakai Playing Games With Establishment of War Crimes Court?

[New Republic] Mark N. Mengonfia -- Since the signing of the resolution for the establishment of a War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia by members of the National Legislature, many continue to wonder as to why President Joseph NyumaBoakai is yet to sign the eight page-page document making ...

Uganda: Police On the Hunt for Wakiso's Notorious Kasolo Gang

[Nile Post] Officials in Katooke B cell and neighbouring communities of Wakiso District are alarmed by the escalating insecurity resulting from youth factions, notably the Kasolo group.

Nigeria: Why Grid Collapse Persists in Nigeria - TCN

[Premium Times] The TCN said the nation's power sector is currently faced with various challenges, impacting effective service delivery and the incessant collapse of the national grid

Zimbabwe: President Ruto to Be the Chief Guest At Zimbabwe International Trade Fair

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto is set to embark on a state visit to Zimbabwe this week.

Nigeria: Ondo APC Primary - Set Aside Personal Ambitions for Greater Good, OCM Urges Akinfolarin, Oke

[Vanguard] Abuja -- The Ondo State Conscience Movement (OCM) has called on the runners-up in the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primary, Mayowa Akinfolarin and Olusola Oke, to put the interest of the state above their personal ambitions and work towards the greater good of Ondo State.

Nigeria: Nigeria Eyes $2.25bn World Bank Loan At 1% Interest Rate

[Premium Times] "It is virtually a grant. It is for about 40 years, ten years moratorium and about 1 per cent interest. So that also is part of the flow you can count," an official said.

Kenya: Two Police Officers Arrested Over Illegal Sale of Ammunition in Laikipia

[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- A Chief Inspector of police and Police Constable have been arrested in Laikipia in connection with the recovery of 2,658 bullets.

Namibia: LPM Fires Corrupt Leaders, Unlike Swapo - Swartbooi

[New Era] Rundu -- Landless People's Movement leader Bernadus Swartbooi says his party fires those in leadership roles when they are involved in corrupt practices, unlike the ruling party Swapo.

Africa: UN Chief Urges 'Surge in Investment' to Overcome $4 Trillion Financing Gap

[UN News] The UN Secretary-General on Monday called for a "surge in investment" to give developing countries a chance to build better lives for their people.

Gambia: Over 200 Communities to Benefit From U.S.$66 Million Electricity Project

[The Point] The National Water and Electronic Company (NAWEC) with funding from the World Bank last week laid a foundation stone for a US$66 million electricity project called ECOREAP, which will electrify over 298 communities in The Gambia.

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Authorities Troubled By Tumbling New Currency

[VOA] Mount Hampden, Zimbabwe -- Zimbabwean authorities responded swiftly to the recent decline in the new gold-backed currency by apprehending illicit moneychangers and closing the bank accounts of businesses accused of exclusively dealing in U.S. dollars.

Mauritius: Mauritius Achieved 90 Percent Measles Vaccination Coverage, States Health Minister

[Government of Mauritius] "Mauritius has always targeted, and successfully achieved, measles vaccination coverage rates of more than 90% for both measles and rubella, thereby maintaining herd immunity," stated the Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Kailesh Kumar Singh Jagutpal.

Gambia: Gambia to Deploy Over 4000 Security Personnel for OIC Summit

[Foroyaa] President Adama Barrow has on Monday informed the media that the Gambia will deploy over four thousand (4000) security personnel for the forthcoming Summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to be held in The Gambia from 4th to 5th May 2024.

South Africa: Elections 2024 - South Africa Is One of the Few African Countries Where Prisoners Can Vote

[GroundUp] But the right of prisoners to vote has at times been resisted by the government and the Independent Electoral Commission

Liberia: Supreme To Decide Fate Of Officials With Tenure

[New Republic] The nation's high court, the Supreme Court of Liberia is expected to hand down ruling in the much-publicized turned position saga.

Mozambique: Central Committee to Choose Presidential Candidate On 3 May

[AIM] Maputo -- The Political Commission of Mozambique's ruling Frelimo Party on Monday announced that it has called an extraordinary meeting of the party's full Central Committee for 3 May with the sole purpose of choosing the Frelimo candidate for the presidential election scheduled for 9 October.

Namibia: Autopsy High On Tucna Congress Agenda

[New Era] The Trade Union Congress of Namibia (Tucna) will interrogate the government's actions on economic transformation, job-creation and resource redistribution at its upcoming elective congress.

South Africa: Immigration Officer Slammed By Judges After Ethiopian Asylum Seeker Attempts Suicide

[GroundUp] Tsegaye Esyas says he was duped into confessing that he was in South Africa illegally

Seychelles: Seychellois Boxer Joshua Cousin Wins Gold At Mandela African Boxing Cup

[Seychelles News Agency] Seychellois boxer Joshua Cousin has claimed a gold medal at the first-ever Mandela African Boxing Cup, after beating his opponent in the final on Sunday.

Africa: Innovations at the AllAfrica Media Leaders' Summit

[allAfrica] AllAfrica Global Media is launching the AllAfrica Media Leaders' Summit from May 8-10 in Nairobi, Kenya. The Summit will feature innovations to leverage the ever-changing media landscape revolutionized by emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and virtual reality. Global ...

Sudan: UNHCR Completes $2.2 Million Projects in Sudan

[Dabanga] Geneva -- Yesterday, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Sudan announced the completion of two projects funded by $2.2 million from the government of Japan, aiming to meet the urgent needs of refugees, asylum seekers, and host communities affected by the ...

Liberia: Low Turnout of Voters, Peaceful Poll in Nimba Senatorial By-Election

[FrontPageAfrica] Sanniquellei -- Voting commenced in some of the precinct centers in the Sanniquellei and Bah regions in Tuesday's Nimba senatorial by-election, with a low turnout of voters.

Liberia: Liberia Launches Anti-Malaria Vaccine for Children 5-18 Months Today

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Liberia is taking a significant step forward in its fight against malaria with the official launch of an anti-malaria vaccine for children aged 5 to 18 months. The launch ceremony is scheduled to take place tomorrow, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Cestos City, ...

Somalia: High-Level Meeting Between Somali and U.S. Defence Officials Takes Place in Nairobi

[Shabelle] Nairobi -- In a significant development for regional security and cooperation, a high-level meeting was recently held in Nairobi between officials from the Federal Government of Somalia's Ministry of Defence and their counterparts from the United States.

Cote d'Ivoire: Cocoa Beans Exported From Cote d'Ivoire to EU Originate From Deforested Land in Liberia

[Liberian Observer] Authors of an investigation reveal that companies sourcing cocoa from Côte d'Ivoire are promoting the destruction of forests in Liberia.

Ghana: Brawl Over Increase in Transport Fares

[Ghanaian Times] There was near brawl on some commercial vehicles (trotro) from the Kwame Nkrumah Circle Station to Ablekuma when passengers were informed of a sudden increase in transport fare imposed on them by drivers.

Kenya: Farmers Who Bought Substandard Fertilizer Get Compensation

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Cereal and Produce Board (NCPB) has began compensating farmers who received substandard fertilizer under the government subsidy program.

Rwanda bill to become law after late-night showdown

Parliamentary stand-off ends, opening the way for asylum seekers to be sent to the African country.

Kenya: Kenya Issues Flood Warning As Rains Cause Death, Displacement

[VOA] Nairobi -- Kenya has issued flood warnings as heavy rains pound the region.

Sudan: UAE Objects to UNSC Over 'Spurious' Accusations By Sudan

[Dabanga] New York -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has objected to what it calls "baseless allegations" made by the Permanent Representative for Sudan, El Haris Idris, to the 9,611th meeting of the UN Security Council (UNSC) on April 19, in which he accused Abu Dhabi of supporting the Rapid ...

Chad: Chad's Election Outcome Already Seems Set - 4 Things Mahamat Déby Has Done to Stay in Power

[The Conversation Africa] Chad's presidential election campaigns officially kicked off on Sunday 14 April 2024 in the capital city, N'Djamena.

Nigeria: Senator Ningi's Suspension - Atiku Tasks Nass, Others On Integrity

[Leadership] Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said the interest of Nigerians would be better served if institutions of government are strengthened on the basis of integrity.

Rwanda: Auditor General to Present Findings On State Finances to Parliament

[New Times] Auditor General Alexis Kamuhire is set to present his report of State finances and assets for the fiscal year that ended on June 30, 2023, to Parliament, on Wednesday afternoon, April 24.

Africa: WHO Global Malaria Programme Launches New Operational Strategy

[WHO] Ahead of World Malaria Day, the WHO Global Malaria Programme published a new operational strategy outlining its priorities and key activities up to 2030 to help change the trajectory of malaria trends, with a view to achieving the global malaria targets. The strategy outlines 4 strategic ...

Nigeria: Rivers - Pro-Wike Commissioner Resigns After Redeployment, Tackles Fubara

[Premium Times] Mr Adangor rejected his redeployment and resigned his appointment, accusing Governor Fubara of interfering in his duties.

Malawi: Malawi Takes Steps to End Poverty Among Women and Girls

[VOA] Blantyre, Malawi -- Malawi and its development partners are trying something new to help the country's most vulnerable women and girls get out of extreme poverty. Besides enhancing their socio-economic status, a new three-year program will strengthen their resilience to crises, shocks and ...

Gambia: Justice Minister Puts Forth Bill to Prosecute Rights Violators

[Foroyaa] The Gambia's Minister for Justice, Dawda A Jallow, on Monday, 21st April 2024, tabled a bill entitled Special Prosecutor's Office Bill 2024.

Rwanda: UK's Newly Passed 'Safety in Rwanda' Bill Is Anything but Safe - UN Officials

[UN News] Following the United Kingdom Parliament's passage of the "Safety of Rwanda" bill, two top UN officials sounded an alarm on Tuesday about its harmful impact on global responsibility-sharing, human rights and refugee protection.

Zimbabwe: Amnesty International Report Exposes Dire Human Rights Situation in Zimbabwe

[263Chat] Amnesty International has declared a critical moment for international law, citing rampant violations by governments and corporate entities.

Africa: Africa's Megacities Threatened By Heat, Floods and Disease - Urgent Action Is Needed to Start Greening and Adapt to Climate Change

[The Conversation Africa] Cities cover just 3% of the planet. But they emit 78% of all global greenhouse gas emissions, absorb 80% of final global energy (what consumers use) and consume 60% of clean drinking water.

Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Addresses Troop Promotions, Military Strategy

[Nile Post] In a momentous ceremony held at the main military base in Mbuya on Tuesday, the Chief of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, presided over the promotion of 150 seasoned soldiers to the rank of Colonel.

Nigeria: Lagos to Roll Out 2,000 CNG Buses, 231 Electric Vehicles in June

[Leadership] The Lagos State government on Tuesday hinted that it has commenced moves to introduce about 2, 000 Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, buses into the state before the end of 2024.

Deforestation pushes animals to eat virus-laden bat poo

The creatures shed light on how new viruses might spread from animals to humans, researchers say.

Togo: Togo Revises Constitution to Eliminate Term Limits - an Explainer

[ACSS] The ruling party's revision of the Togolese Constitution eliminates universal suffrage for the presidency while effectively shifting to a parliamentary system that evades presidential term limits.

Africa: Where Planting Trees in Africa Works and, Crucially, Doesn't

[African Arguments] Restoring degraded forests is essential, but planting trees in rangelands is largely ineffective and often damaging.

Zimbabwe: Over 6,000 Arrested As Govt Ramps Up Drug and Substance Abuse Fight

[New Zimbabwe] The government has revealed that over 6 148 have been arrested in the past four months for supplying and using drugs and substances as it intensifies its response to the scourge.

Liberia: Investigation Discovers Illegal Timber Trafficking Web At Cari

[FrontPageAfrica] Suakoko -- Planks and wood machines are everywhere: near a nursery and on the basketball court, by an abandoned vehicle and even along an indoor corridor. The grayish coloring of the planks suggests that they have been here for a while.

Ghana: Ghana Has Made Notable Strides in the Fight Against Human Trafficking in Recent Years - Human Trafficking Secretariat

[GhanaToday] The Head of the Human Trafficking Secretariat at the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection (MoGCSP), Madam Abena Annobea Asare disclosed this, at a 3-day sensitization program organized in collaboration with Expertise France and the Ghana Refugee Board.

Kenya: First Lady Rachel Ruto Launches World Vision's 'Enough' Campaign to Combat Child Hunger in Kenya

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- World Vision Kenya has embarked on a campaign aimed at combating child hunger and malnutrition in Kenya.

Africa: UN - Guns Fueling Rape of Children, Women in War Zones

[VOA] United Nations -- Actor and U.N. Goodwill Ambassador Danai Gurira told diplomats Tuesday that finding a child to sexually abuse in a conflict zone can cost less than one dollar. She urged policymakers to curb the illicit flow of weapons as one way to prevent these crimes.

Namibia: KFA Upset Windhoek Gymnasium - As Baller Boys Hammer Dama SA 4-1

[New Era] The Telecom Sports Grounds in Windhoek hosted the U/15 group matches of the MTC HopSol Youth League over the weekend.

Rwanda: Could Airbnb Take Over Rwanda's Housing Market?

[New Times] There is a chance that if you have traveled in the past for a vacation or even work, at some point you have rented, considered renting an Airbnb, or someone has recommended it.

Zuma scores court hat-trick over South Africa election

How the country's former president is thwarting attempts to bar him from contesting the polls.

Ghana: 3 Scientists Receive $35,000 to Research Into Vaccines to Combat Emerging Diseases

[Ghanaian Times] As part of Ghana's post COVID-19 recovery process, the government has awarded a $35,000 grant to three scientists to research into possible vaccines to combat emerging infectious diseases.

South Africa: Johannesburg in a Time of Darkness - Ivan Vladislavić's New Memoir Reminds Us of the City's Fragility

[The Conversation Africa] Ivan Vladislavić is Johannesburg's literary linkman. He tells us, in the first pages of his new book, The Near North, that before cities were lit, first by gaslight and later electricity, people of means paid torchbearers to escort them through dark and perilous ...

Africa: Rich Nation Hypocrisy Accelerating Global Heating

[IPS] Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -- Rich nations' climate hypocrisy is accelerating global heating, pushing the planet closer to irreversible catastrophe, with its worst consequences borne by the poorest, both countries and peoples.

Sudan: Sudan - Civil War Stretches Into a Second Year With No End in Sight

[The Conversation Africa] In the early hours of April 15 2023, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) - a Sudanese paramilitary force - attacked the military airstrip in the town of Merowe and deployed troops across strategic locations in Sudan's capital, Khartoum.

Rwanda: Rwanda Explained - From Politics to Human Right to Migration

[DW] Rwanda's government says it is "pleased" about the UK's decision to pass a bill allowing to send irregular asylum seekers to the African country. But many, including the UN, continue to express concern about the policy.

Africa: Skills and Attributes The Next UN Leader Needs

[IPS] Apex, North Carolina / Dublin, Ireland -- What makes an effective UN Secretary-General?

Africa: Sugar in Baby Food - Why Nestlé Needs to Be Held to Account in Africa

[The Conversation Africa] Nestlé has been criticised for adding sugar and honey to infant milk and cereal products sold in many poorer countries. The Swiss food giant controls 20% of the baby-food market, valued at nearly US$70 billion.

Gambia: Lawmakers Pass the Special Prosecutor's Office Bill

[Foroyaa] Members of the National Assembly of The Gambian are divided on the Special Prosecutor's Office (SOP) Bill 2024.

Kenya: 8 Counties to Experience Power Black-Out Due to Maintenance Works

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Eight counties are set to experience power interruption Wednesday following maintenance works by the Kenya Power Company.

World Bank suspends funding Tanzania tourism project

It follows allegations of evictions and other rights abuses during the expansion of a national park.

Ethiopia: Weighed Down By War and Drought, Tigray Struggles to Get Back On Its Feet

[The New Humanitarian] Mekelle, Ethiopia -- 'It has been over a year since the peace deal was signed and the guns have been silenced, but we are still dying.'

Somalia: Historic Arrival of Turkish Warship in Mogadishu Marks New Era in Bilateral Relations

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- In a significant display of military cooperation and partnership, the first Turkish warship has docked at the port of Mogadishu, Somalia. This momentous occasion coincides with a high-level event in the port, attended by the heads of state of both nations.

Africa: Silence the Guns, Amplify Women's Voices for Peace to End Rape in Wartime

[UN News] The UN verified 3,688 cases of rape and other sexual violence committed in war in 2023, a "dramatic increase" of 50 per cent over the previous year, the Security Council heard on Tuesday.

Nigeria: Ex-Deputy Speaker Ihedioha Quits PDP

[Leadership] A former deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring that the party was no longer able to carry out internal reforms, enforce its own rules or offer credible opposition to the ...

Liberia: 12 Major Highways Under Full Rehab

[Liberian Observer] The government has embarked on the rehabilitation of 12 major highways across the country. The rehabilitation of the 12 highways is in line with President Boakai's promise to keep all major highways pliable year-round. The 12 major highways constitute about 742.5 kilometers, ...

South Africa: Widow's Shack Demolished Six Times Since September

[GroundUp] 100 shacks demolished by JMPD in Rabie Ridge on Saturday

Flooding Inundates Kenya, Killing at Least 32 and Displacing Thousands

The rain also killed farm animals and destroyed thousands of acres of crops.

South Africa: Department of Health Fails to Buy Life-Saving Device for Diabetes Patients

[GroundUp] Using vials and syringes instead of pens can lead to insulin dosing errors which can be fatal

Nigeria: Kaduna Group Raises Alarm Over Spate of Attacks in Birnin-Gwari

[Leadership] The Birnin-Gwari Emirate Progressive Union (BEPU) of Kaduna State has raised alarm over the spate of bandits' activities in the community.

Madagascar: Hero's Journey - How UNFPA Helps Mothers in Madagascar to Access Emergency Obstetric Care

[UNFPA] Androy -- It was time to leave for the hospital. Samueline Razafindravao had intended to give birth at her home in southern Madagascar, but after encountering difficulties, decided to go to her local health centre.

Kenya: KPA Issues Evacuation Notice for Idle Equipment At the Port

[Business Day Africa] In a bid to optimise operational efficiency and ensure safe harbour operations, the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has initiated a comprehensive port clean-up exercise that would require owners of empty containers and idle equipment to move them out of the facility.

Rwanda: The UK Again Attempts to Bend Truth On Rwanda

[HRW] In an interview on the BBC's Today Program this week, Deputy Foreign Secretary Andrew Mitchell sang the praises of Rwanda's "remarkable regime." But as the debate over the government's Safety of Rwanda bill came to a close, he left out some important facts about Rwanda's human rights record.

Could House of the Dragon star change the face of gaming?

Abubakar Salim set up his own studio to tell a personal tale of grief inspired by his Kenyan heritage.

Nigeria: Akpabio Wants Attorney-General Stripped of Role in Judgement Enforcement Against FG

[Premium Times] Senate President Akpabio spoke at the justice sector reform summit declared open by President Bola Tinubu, who Vice-President Kashim Shetima represented.

Djibouti: Dozens Dead, Missing After Migrant Boat Sinks Off Djibouti

[DW] It is the latest tragedy on a route that has become popular among thousands of migrants trying to reach Gulf countries from the Horn of Africa.

Africa: Oxfam Reaction to the Global Report On Food Crises 2024

[Oxfam] Today's "Global Report on Food Crises" (GRFC), led by the Food Security Information Network (FSIN), says that 281.6 million people across 59 countries are now experiencing acute hunger - 24 million additional people over last year.

Liberia: Supreme Court Rules Against Boakai's Romoval Of Tenured Officials

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The government of Liberia has failed to win four landmark tenure cases regarding heads of four agencies: the Liberia Telecommunications Authority, Governance Commission, Liberia Lottery Authority, and the Liberia National Identification Registry. These cases were ...

Sudan: EU Ambassador Urges 'Press Protection and Humanitarian Access' in Sudan

[Dabanga] Kampala / Paris -- During the recent Canal France International (CFI) meeting in Uganda's capital of Kampala yesterday, European Union Ambassador to Sudan, Aidan O'Hara, underscored the critical role of journalists in Sudan and stressed the importance of guaranteeing their safety and ...

West Africa: Mali's Transitional Calendar Ignored - Siege On Media, Civil Society Intensified

[MFWA] The transitional government in Mali was supposed to have ended on march 26, 2024. But the much-anticipated deadline for a return to constitutional order has passed in a casual manner, with the military government, which was formed after the August 2020 coup, still ensconced on the throne.

Dozens die after boat capsizes off Djibouti coast

Officials say those aboard were returning home to Ethiopia from Yemen and some are still missing.

Liberia: Dismissed Presidential Guards Give Ultimatum

[New Republic] Amid escalating tensions, a group of 300 armed dismissed presidential officers has issued a stern ultimatum to the Boakai government, demanding payment for their unjust termination within one week or face dire consequences.

Somalia: Somali Defense Ministry Investigates Diversion of Rations for Elite Danab Forces

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- In a significant development, the Somali Defence Ministry has confirmed the diversion of rations intended for the elite US-trained Danab forces, a unit within the Somali National Army (SNA).

Kenya: Position Statement On The Detention Of Kenya Airways Employees In Kinshasa

[Kenya Airways] Kenya Airways (KQ) confirms that on Friday, April 19th, 2024, two of our employees at our Airport office in Kinshasa were arrested and continue to be detained by the Military Intelligence Unit known as Detection Militaire des Activities Anti Patrie (DEMIAP). During their arrest, ...

Congo-Brazzaville: Congo Brazzaville Declares Mpox Epidemic

[New Times] Republic of the Congo has declared an epidemic of mpox (monkeypox), a viral illness caused by the monkeypox virus, after 19 cases were confirmed across five regions, including the capital Brazzaville, according to reports.

Madagascar: Malaria On the Rise With Healthcare Out of Reach in Madagascar

[MSF] Madagascar is one of the countries most affected by malaria. According to the Ministry of Public Health, the reported number of malaria cases in 2023 exceeded the national epidemic threshold: 2.8 million cases and 400 deaths were recorded, compared to 1.7 million in 2022.

Africa: Despite Pandemic Setbacks, WHO Vows Continued Fight for Global Immunization

[allAfrica] World Immunization Week celebrates a remarkable milestone - 50 years of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI). This global initiative has been instrumental in saving countless lives and protecting children from devastating vaccine-preventable diseases.

Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Met and Held Talks With the Special UN Envoy for Sudan

[Shabait] Asmara -- President Isaias Afwerki yesterday, 25 April, met at Denden Guest House, Mr. Ramtane Lamamra, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres' Special Envoy for Sudan.

Mozambique: MSF Supports Families of Shipwreck Victims in Nampula

[MSF] Nearly 100 people died in the accident, including at least 55 children

Kenya: Massive Visa Scandal Unraveled At Indian Embassy in Kenya - Somali Patients Exploited

[Shabelle] Nairobi, Kenya -- In a shocking revelation, an intricate network of corruption involving Somali, Kenyan, and Indian nationals has been exposed within the Indian Embassy in Kenya. These groups are accused of exploiting vulnerable Somali patients seeking medical treatment in India ...

Chad: State Department's Briefing on Chad

[State Department] QUESTION: So there are reports that U.S. military personnel are expected to leave Chad in the coming days, possibly as soon as this weekend. Can you say whether there are any diplomatic efforts underway to stop that from happening? And then more broadly, is the department ...

Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso Suspends VOA, BBC/Africa Broadcasts

[VOA] Burkina Faso has temporarily suspended the programs of Voice of America and BBC/Africa following the broadcast of news stories about a Human Rights Watch report accusing the Burkinabè army of abuses against civilian populations.

Africa: Rwandan Envoy Canvasses Visa-Free Policy Across Africa

[Premium Times] According to him, Rwanda has implemented a visa-free policy and has been able to boost its economy through this.

Burkina Faso: Army Massacred Over 200 Civilians in Village Raid - Rights Group

[RFI] Military forces in Burkina Faso killed 223 civilians, including babies and many children, in attacks on two villages accused of cooperating with militants, Human Rights Watch said in a report published Thursday.

Zambian FA president charged with money laundering

Andrew Kamanga is arrested and charged with money laundering offences.

U.S. to Withdraw Troops From Chad

The departure of U.S. military personnel in Chad and Niger comes as both countries are turning away from years of cooperation with the United States and forming partnerships with Russia.

Liberia: Court Orders Boakai to Withdraw Nominations

[New Dawn] Monrovia -- Liberia's Supreme Court has ordered President Joseph Nyumah Boakai to withdraw nominations he made to various tenured positions, having determined that tenured officials' rights to due process were violated.

Rwanda: Rwanda's Post-Genocide Model Prioritises Security Over Freedom and Equality - a Risk to Future Stability

[The Conversation Africa] Rwanda, a small and landlocked central African country, has made remarkable socio-economic progress since the 1994 genocide in which an estimated 500,000 people died. But the country, as well as the rest of the world, remains divided over the achievements made and the ...

Kenya: President Ruto Hails MPs for Ratifying Kenya-EU Economic Pact

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto says trade and investment between Kenya and at least 27 European Union States is expected to improve after the National Assembly on Wednesday ratified the Kenya-EU Economic Partnership Agreement.

Nigeria: Flights Diverted As Fire Breaks Out At Lagos Airport

[Premium Times] "Efforts are on to ventilate the smoke from the building. In the meantime, all flight operations in Terminal 1 of MMA have been diverted to the D Wing," FAAN's Director of Public Affairs, Mrs Orah said.

Mauritania: Mauritania President to Run for Second Term in June Polls

[RFI] Mauritania President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani said Wednesday he would run for a second term in presidential elections due in June.

Prisoners escape after rain damages Nigeria prison

A manhunt is launched after more than 100 inmates escape the colonial-era facility near Abuja.

Liberia: How Expensive Is Liberian Legislative Politics?

[Liberian Observer] A recent report by the DUCOR Institute, a Liberian think tank, has shed light on the substantial costs associated with legislative politics in Liberia. On average, it costs a legislative candidate around US$234,000 to win a seat in the national legislature. This financial ...

Gabon: Gabon's Dialogue Proposes National Rebirth, Presidential Term Limits

[VOA] Yaounde, Cameroon -- Gabon's month-long national dialogue intended to lay the groundwork for restoring civilian rule in the Central African nation concludes at the end of April, with delegates proposing a range of options for new governance.

Floods cause widespread devastation in Kenya

The UN says that at least 32 people have died and more than 40,000 have been forced from their homes.

Malawi: 'Israel Wants Thousands Of Malawians to Work in Construction Industry' - Minister

[Nyasa Times] Government officials say 80,000 workers are wanted in Israel to work in the construction industry in the Jewish state.

Nigeria: Inmates Escape As Rainstorm Destroys Nigerian Correctional Centre

[Premium Times] A storm during a heavy rainfall destroyed parts of the old Suleja custodial centre around 9 p.m., allowing many inmates to escape from the facility

Zimbabwe: Amnesty International Voices Concern About Repression, Abuse in Zimbabwe

[VOA] Harare, Zimbabwe -- The annual report released Wednesday by Amnesty International paints a dismal picture of human rights repression and international rule-breaking worldwide, all in the midst of deepening global inequality and an escalating climate crisis.

Africa: Over 50 Million Lives Saved in Africa Through Expanded Immunization Programme

[WHO-AFRO] Brazzaville -- An estimated 51.2 million lives have been saved through vaccines in the African region over the past 50 years. For every infant life saved over that period, close to 60 years of life are lived, a new report by World Health Organization (WHO) finds.

Hundreds of thousands grapple with East Africa floods

East Africa is being pounded by unusually heavy rains linked to a combination of global weather events.

Africa: R21 Anti-Malaria Vaccine Is a Game Changer - Scientist Who Helped Design It Reflects On 30 Years of Research, and What It Promises

[The Conversation Africa] Until three years ago nobody had developed a vaccine against any parasitic disease. Now there are two against malaria: the RTS,S and the R21 vaccines.

Tanzania: More Than 150 Killed in Flooding and Landslides in Tanzania

[RFI] At least 155 people have died in floods and landslides in Tanzania following weeks of heavy rain that has pounded East Africa. Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa said the El Nino climate pattern had worsened the ongoing rainy season.

Egypt: Chinese Textile Alliance Explores $300 Million Integrated Textile City in Egypt

[Egypt Online] During a meeting between Hossam Heiba, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI), and a delegation from the Chinese Council for Textiles and Ready-made Garments, an alliance from China expressed its interest in establishing an integrated textile city in Egypt.

Africa: Global Immunization Efforts Have Saved At Least 154 Million Lives Over the Past 50 Years

[GAVI] A major landmark study just published by The Lancet reveals that global immunization efforts have saved an estimated 154 million lives - or the equivalent of 6 lives every minute of every year - over the past 50 years. The vast majority of lives saved - 101 million - were those of infants.

Ghana: Ghana and Uganda Echo Each Other's Clamp Down On Gay People

[ISS] Ghana's anti-gay bill passed this year has been widely condemned as 'brutal, harsh and unjust.'

Liberia: 'Removal of Tenured Officials Violates Constitution'

[Liberian Observer] The Supreme Court on Wednesday, April 24, delivered a landmark precedent decision in the tenure dispute over five Autonomous Public Commissions and Agencies (petitioners), whose leaderships the Executive Branch (respondent) sought to replace.

Nigeria: Industry Summit Debuts to Revive Automotive Sector

[Daily Trust] All is now set for the maiden edition of the Nigeria Auto Industry Summit (NAISU) organized by the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) in partnership with the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC).

Congo-Kinshasa: Congolese Woman Excels in Beekeeping

[VOA] Goma, DR Congo -- In the eastern reaches of the Democratic Republic of Congo, women entrepreneurs in Goma continue to catch the eye of the business world, thanks to their creativity and resilience. Thirty-year-old Deborah Nzarubara is one of Central Africa's pioneers of beekeeping, ...

Africa: Is the Commonwealth Still Important to Africa?

[DW] The Commonwealth of Nations appears to chiefly serve as a diplomatic network for politicians. Young Africans see few membership advantages amid growing calls for reforms. Some reject the organization altogether.

Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso - Army Accused of Executing Civilians, Babies

[DW] Soldiers in Burkina Faso killed 223 people, including children, in two villages, Human Rights Watch has said. The rights group said it was among the worst crimes committed by the military in nearly a decade.

Nigeria: 11 Months After Subsidy Removal - Nigerians Still Face Fuel Scarcity, Long Queues

[Leadership] Eleven months after the federal government removed fuel subsidy and opened up the market for competition, Nigerians are still grappling with the harsh realities of fuel scarcity and long queues at petrol stations across the country.

Sudan: Sudan's Civil War Is Rooted in Its Historical Favouritism of Arab and Islamic Identity

[The Conversation Africa] The current civil war in Sudan goes beyond a simple power struggle between two generals. It reflects a deep-rooted crisis within the country's governing structure that's been present since it gained independence from the British in 1956.

Nigeria: Nigeria Is Pioneering a New Vaccine to Fight Meningitis - Why This Matters

[The Conversation Africa] Nigeria recently became the first country to roll out a new vaccine (called Men5CV) recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), which protects people against five strains of meningococcus bacteria.

Sheppie Abramowitz, Who Advocated Relief for Refugees, Dies at 88

She helped people fleeing conflicts in Vietnam, China, Kosovo and elsewhere around the world, and established the Washington office of the International Rescue Committee.

Hundreds of villagers killed in Burkina Faso army revenge attack - report

Soldiers accused residents of aiding Islamist fighters before shooting at them, an investigation shows.

Moroccan club given 3-0 win despite refusing to play

A Moroccan club is awarded the win after their kit was confiscated by Algerian customs officials.

Nigeria: Germany Arrests Suspected Members of Nigerian Dating Mafia

[DW] The alleged gang members, using fake identities online, extorted money from victims after gaining their trust and promising marriage. The suspected criminals were Nigerians who had lived in Germany for many years.

Sudan: Sudan - Scourge of Sexual Violence Amid Ongoing Conflict Demands Urgent Response

[OCHA] After one year of hostilities in Sudan, we are appealing for more international engagement to combat sexual violence against women and girls in the country. These barbaric acts, which echo the horrors witnessed in Darfur two decades ago, must spur immediate action.

South Africa: South Africa's Youth Are a Generation Lost Under Democracy - Study

[The Conversation Africa] South African president Cyril Ramaphosa recently painted a rosy picture in which the country's youth - "democracy's children" - had enormous opportunities for advancement, all thanks to successive post-apartheid governments led by the African National Congress (ANC) ...

South Sudan: UN Threatens to Reduce Humanitarian Assistance to South Sudan

[VOA] Juba, South Sudan -- South Sudanese farmers who have relied on United Nations agencies operating in that country now say they are afraid of losing a ready market for their produce should the U.N. follow through on its threat to scale down operations in the world's youngest nation. This ...

Liberia: Major Step in Malaria Prevention As Three West African Countries Roll Out Vaccine

[GAVI] Cotonou/Freetown/Monrovia -- In a significant step forward for malaria prevention in Africa, three countries - Benin, Liberia and Sierra Leone - today launched a large-scale rollout of the life-saving malaria vaccine targeting millions of children across the three West African nations. ...

Rwanda: Morgan Freeman's Documentary Features Rwanda's Reconciliation Story

[New Times] Renowned US actor and film maker Morgan Freeman recently released season one of his series 'The Story Of Us', that tackles some of the fundamental forces that drive humanity including love, freedom, peace, factionalism, power and rebellion. Part of the series dubbed 'mega episode' ...

More than 150 killed as heavy rains pound Tanzania

The prime minister warns that El Niño-triggered heavy rains are likely to continue into May.

Nigeria: Nigerians Throw Naira Notes Around to Show Love - but It Could Land You in Jail

[The Conversation Africa] The legal implication of physically damaging the naira, Nigeria's currency, came into focus recently with the prosecution of at least two celebrities by the country's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Nigeria has a law that prohibits what it terms abuse, which ...

Kenya: 110 MPs Sign Impeachment Notice Against Agriculture CS Linturi

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Bumula Member of Parliament Jack Wamboka has filed a notice of motion to impeach Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi.

Nigeria: Civil Aviation Authority Suspends Dana Airline Operations

[Premium Times] The NCAA says the suspension of the airline's license is based on elevated safety concerns.

Kenya: Flooding in Tanzania and Kenya Claims Scores of Lives

[DW] After days of torrential rain across East Africa, Tanzania's prime minister says at least 155 people have been killed in flooding, while at least 13 killed have died in neighboring Kenya.

Liberia: Is Liberian Legislature A Place For Money Laundering?

[New Republic] Nimba County District 7 Representative, Musa Hansan Bility has made serious allegations against the Liberian Legislature, labeling it as a hub of money laundering within the country.

Nigeria: Over 100 Inmates Escape Prison Due to Heavy Rains

[DW] A search is on for the scores of prisoners who fled after rain brought down a perimeter fence. The incident happened close to the Nigerian capital.

Africa: Africa Steps Up the Fight as Non-Communicable Diseases Rise Sharply

[allAfrica] Non-communicable diseases, or NCDs, are a leading cause of death globally, with a disproportionate impact on low- and middle-income countries. NCDs are long-term conditions that are not transmitted from person to person. They can develop slowly over time or cause sudden death. ...

Zimbabwe: Three Zimbabweans, Six Others Jailed for Nearly 11,000 Years in South Africa

[The Herald] The South Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, South Africa has jailed three Zimbabweans and six other people for a total of 10 939 years in prison for 391 counts of money laundering, fraud and forgery, among other offenses committed in the country.

Africa: Boko Haram Factional Violence Worries Islamic State

[ISS] In its quest to expand beyond North East Nigeria, JAS-ISWAP clashes aren't in the global terror group's interests.

Kenya: Court Allows Cult Leader Mackenzie, Wife to Meet Under Strict Supervision

[Capital FM] Mombasa -- A Mombasa Court on Thursday allowed cult leader Paul Mackenzie and his wife, Rhodah Mumbua, to meet in prison under strict supervision of the prison's authority.

Cameroon: Curbing Feuds Over Water in Cameroon's Far North

[Crisis Group] Disputes over water in the northern tip of Cameroon turned deadly in 2021, taking on a troubling ethnic dimension. The authorities have striven to contain the fighting, but to be sure of preventing a recurrence, they need to address the conflict at its roots.

West Africa: Three More West African Countries Inaugurate Malaria Vaccination

[Premium Times] The three West African countries are the latest to participate after successful rollouts of routine malaria immunisation for children in other countries.

Egypt: Inside Egypt's Secret Scheme to Detain and Deport Thousands of Sudanese Refugees

[The New Humanitarian] Aswan, Egypt -- 'I pleaded with the soldiers, but they refused to help us.'

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Accuses Apple of Using 'Blood Minerals' From War-Torn East

[RFI] The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo is accusing Apple of using "illegally exploited" minerals extracted from the country's embattled east in its products, lawyers representing the African country said on Thursday.

Zimbabwe: Prisca's Story - 'I Thought I Had Lost It All'

[UNFPA] Prisca,* a 22-year-old young woman who lives in Chiredzi Rural, Zambia, has faced a harrowing ordeal. One night, while asleep in a room with two toddlers, an unknown man broke into her family home. What followed was a terrifying struggle for survival.

Liberia: A Slap in the Face of Liberian Veterans - Pres. Boakai Appoints Senegalese Kebe

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- As many Liberians struggle to find jobs in the country, President Joseph N. Boakai has appointed Senegalese Alioune Kebe as Ambassador-At-Large for Youth and Sports Development.

Africa: USAID's Catalyst Study Expands HIV Prevention Options for Women and Girls in Africa

[USAID] A USAID-supported study is expanding options for HIV prevention products for women and girls in Africa, a population disproportionately affected by the virus; in sub-Saharan Africa adolescent girls and young women were more than three times as likely to acquire HIV than their male peers ...

Africa: Africa's High Teenage Pregnancy Rate Demands Strong Response

[HRW] AU Should Adopt Guidelines to Protect Rights of Pregnant, Parenting Girls

Kenya: Kenyan Government Threatens to Halt Salaries of Striking Doctors

[VOA] Nairobi, Kenya -- The Kenyan government is threatening to withhold the salaries and union remittances of striking doctors after failing to reach an agreement with doctors' union.

Africa: UN - Conflict, Climate Change Driving Hundreds of Millions Into Hunger

[VOA] Geneva -- A new analysis of the state of global hunger finds conflict, climate change, and economic shocks are driving an increasing number of people into acute hunger, jeopardizing gains made over previous years in achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development goal of ending ...

Libya: As Yet Another UN Libya Envoy Quits, His Successor Must Be Bolder

[Chatham House] To break through Libya's political stalemate, the UN must be willing to pursue a bolder strategy, despite the risks of failure.

Nigeria: Nigerian Woman Breaks Guinness World Record With Longest Interview Marathon

[Premium Times] Since June 2023 when Hilda Baci, the Nigerian Jollof Queen achieved a new Guinness World Record for the longest cook-a-thon, many Nigerians have been making attempts at setting or breaking world records in different spheres of life.

Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso - Army Massacres 223 Villagers

[HRW] Nairobi -- Undertake Prompt, Independent Inquiry with AU, UN Assistance

Kenya: Mt Kenya Governors Reignite One Man, One Vote Campaign

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Mount Kenya Governors have re-ignited the one man, one vote campaign as the Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA starts gathering opinions on a new sharing formula.

Kenya: Leaking Roof Highlights KAA's Inefficiency At JKIA

[Business Day Africa] Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Kenya faces persistent challenges, with recent incidents spotlighting significant inefficiencies at East Africa's major aviation gateway.

Nigeria: Fuel Subsidy Removal Necessary for Nigeria's Economy - Tinubu

[Leadership] President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has again defended his administration's decision to remove fuel subsidy in Nigeria, describing it as a necessary action to prevent the country from going bankrupt and to reset the economy on the path to growth.

Tunisia: Trade Deficit Shrinks 4.16 Percent to Tnd 1,540.1 Million in March 2024

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis -- The monthly trade deficit shrank 4.16% in March to TND 1,540.1 million compared to the previous month, reads the National Institute of Statistics (INS) monthly report on Foreign Trade at Current Prices, March 2024.

Africa: Transforming Artisanal Mining Can Be Beneficial for People and the Planet

[Africa Renewal] Artisanal and Small-scale Miners (ASM) are the "orphans" of the mining world. The global mining industry, including some governments, perceives artisanal mining as a "residual sector." Yet over 40 million artisanal miners toil in mines around the world and contribute to local ...

Zimbabwe: 15 Killed in Road Accident Along Masvingo-Harare Highway

[New Zimbabwe] A FATAL road traffic accident has claimed the lives of 15 people along the Harare-Masvingo road.

Rwanda: Supreme Court Dismisses Petition Challenging Public Indecency Law

[New Times] The Supreme Court on Friday, April 26 dismissed a petition brought by a feminist organisation challenging the country's public indecency laws.

Rwanda: Rwandan Opposition Deplores UK Deportation Deal As 'Modern Slavery'

[RFI] A British law to send unwanted migrants to Rwanda, which passed this week after months of wrangling, has generated fierce criticism at home and abroad. In Rwanda, opponents of the longtime president say the country is unfit to host asylum seekers - while accusing the UK of outsourcing its ...

Nigeria: Why We Withdrew Our Officers From Kano Anti-Corruption Commission - Police

[Daily Trust] The Kano State Police Command has reacted to the recent withdrawal of police officers from the state anti-corruption commission.A statement issued by the command's spokesperson, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, said the development was sequel to routine staff audit being carried out ...

Burkina Faso: Catechist Murdered in the East of the Country

[Agenzia Fides] Ouagadougou -- The catechist Edouard Zoetyenga Yougbare was kidnapped and killed near Saatenga, in the diocese of Fada N'Gourma, in eastern Burkina Faso. According to a diocesan priest quoted by the Aci Africa news agency, the catechist was looking for his donkey on April ...

South Africa: South Africa's Constitution Was Set Up As the Bedrock of Its Democracy - It's Been Challenged Over Last 30 Years, but Has Held Firm

[The Conversation Africa] There was a moment during the state capture years of South African president Jacob Zuma's term in office (2009 to 2018) when the veil finally slipped. There had been quiet rumblings against the country's constitution for many years. But now a senior figure in the ...

Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso Junta Slams NGO Report On Massacre As 'Baseless'

[RFI] Military-ruled Burkina Faso has rejected as "baseless accusations" a Human Rights Watch report that soldiers killed at least 223 villagers in two attacks on 25 February.

Botswana: Basotho Reject Government Restrictions On Information, Support Media's Watchdog Role

[Afrobarometer] Most citizens favour public access to government budgets and contracts.

Rwanda: No Genocide Happens Without a Plan, Preparation, State Involvement - Rwandan Envoy

[New Times] No Genocide happens without a plan, preparation, and without state involvement, the High Commissioner of Rwanda to the UK, Johnston Busingye, noted on April 25 during an event marking the 30th Commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, at the Foreign, Commonwealth and ...

Burkina Faso suspends BBC over HRW massacre report

BBC websites and radio are blocked for two weeks over a Human Rights Watch report on alleged mass killings.

Uganda: Uganda's 1.1 Trillion Shilling Supplementary Budget Raises Eyebrows

[Nile Post] The Ugandan government's latest supplementary budget request of 1.1 trillion shillings (approximately $318 million) has sparked controversy among Members of Parliament (MPs) who question both the timing and the allocation of funds. With just one month remaining in the current ...

Gambia: The Malaria Burden!

[The Point] Malaria is one of the most severe health problems worldwide. Despite being the leading cause of death in many developing countries, studies revealed that nearly half the world's population lives in areas at risk of malaria transmission in 87 countries and territories.

Mozambique: Ports and Rail Company Handled 26.6 Million Tonnes in 2023

[AIM] Maputo -- Mozambique's publicly owned Ports and Rail Company (CFM) handled, in 2023, 26.6 million net tonnes.

Ballet dancers and yawning lions: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

Kenya: Northern Corridor Advances Toward Dual Carriageway With $1.4m Allocation

[Business Day Africa] The Northern Corridor has inched closer to a dual carriageway with the allocation of $1.4 million for visibility studies.

Africa: AHAS 2024 - Technology is a key part of Tobacco Harm Reduction Approach, according to Dr Kgosi Letlape

[allAfrica] The 2024 edition of Africa Healthcare Summit was held in Accra on April 22-23, 2024. Organized by Zenith Global Health, this year's theme was " Advances in Public Health-Tackling Inequities and Access: A One Health Approach". The organization's mission is to foster partnership, ...

Asylum Seekers Already in U.K. Say Rwanda Law Creates New Anxiety

For the tens of thousands of asylum seekers in Britain, a new law brings the possibility of deportation to central Africa closer. We asked how it was affecting them.

Ghana: Margaret Busby - How a Pioneering Ghanaian Publisher Put African Women's Writing On the Map

[The Conversation Africa] Published in 1992, Daughters of Africa is a groundbreaking volume of writing by women of African descent. It was followed by an expanded second edition, New Daughters of Africa, in 2019. The mind behind the books is pioneering Ghanaian-born publisher, writer and editor ...

Kenya: Anti-Counterfeit Body Intensifies Fight Against Illicit Trade

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) is in the process of implementing varied methods to fight trade in illicit goods that costs Kenya upwards of Sh40 billion annually.

Ghana: Negotiation for Funding Underway to Complete Sekondi Interchange - Roads Minister

[GhanaToday] Government is negotiating with its creditors in a bid to secure funding to restart and complete the PTC Interchange Project in the twin-city of Sekondi-Takoradi.

Kenya: Nairobi Red Cross Appeals for Donations As Flooding Displaces Hundreds

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Red Cross - Nairobi has called out for food and nonfood contributions to the families affected by floods in different parts of the city.

Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso Suspends More Foreign Media Over Hrw Report

[VOA] Burkina Faso on Sunday suspended several more international news organizations, some of them for an indefinite period, over their coverage of a report accusing the army of extrajudicial killings, its communications regulator said.

Africa: Many African Nations Are Making Progress in the Rule of Law

[Africa Renewal] UN Assistant Secretary-General for the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions, Alexandre Zouev, acknowledges progress amidst global tensions and challenges within countries

Mbeki vows to rid South Africa's ANC of 'rotten apples'

South Africa's former president hits out at corruption within the governing party.

Sudan: Civilians Trapped in El Fasher, As UN Warns of Imminent Attack

[UN News] Escalating violence in Sudan's North Darfur state has left dozens dead and people trapped in El Fasher city which is home to around 800,000 people, many displaced due to fighting.

South Africa: Owning a Gun in South Africa Offers Some Safety, but Risks Run High for Users and Society - Expert

[The Conversation Africa] South Africa has one of the highest homicide rates in the world, eclipsed only by Honduras and a handful of Caribbean island states. Furthermore, South African police crime data shows that South Africans experience above average levels of robbery, assault and rape.

Liberia: President Boakai Suspends the Board of Commissioners of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority

[Liberian Observer] Monrovia -- The President of the Republic, H. E Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has suspended, with immediate effect, Madam Edwina C. Zackpah, Mr. Israel Akinsanya, Mr. Zotawon D. Titus, Mr. James Gbarwea, and Mr. Osborne K. Diggs, Chairperson and Commissioners, respectively, ...

Kenya: 'Stop Risking Your Lives By Driving During Flooding'

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has urged members of the public to exercise cation and avoid risking their lives by driving through or walking in moving waters.

Did UK minister confuse Rwanda and Congo?

The policing minister appeared to ask an audience member if Rwanda and Congo were different countries.

Uganda: A Looming Crisis - Kalungu District Grapples With Drug Shortages

[Nile Post] A dark cloud hangs over Kalungu District, Uganda. Since January 2024, government health facilities have faced a critical shortage of essential drugs, leaving patients in a desperate scramble for life-saving medications. Dr. Daniel Ssentamu, the District Health Officer, sounds the ...

Power restored to Sierra Leone as minister quits

Most of the electricity in the capital is supplied by a Turkish ship floating off the country’s coast.

Africa Live: Kenya delays school reopening over devastating floods

Authorities say it will be unwise to risk the the lives of learners and staff as rains continue to pound the country - and more stories

Ethiopia: The Tiktok Effect

[Reporter] The pros, cons and promise of Ethiopia's TikTok revolution

Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone National Day

[State Department] On behalf of the United States of America, I offer congratulations to the people of Sierra Leone as you celebrate 63 years of independence.

Kenya: New Storm Water Warning for Counties and Companies

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has urged county governments to clear storm drains of material hindering the free flow of rainwater and receiving flowing water bodies.

Kenya: Households in Flood-Prone Areas Urged to Vacate

[Capital FM] Bungoma -- National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has urge people living on river banks to vacate to avoid disaster caused by flooding at a time when heavy rains are pounding the country.

Namibia: Namibia Struggles With Delay in Rollout of HPV Vaccine

[VOA] Namibia is recognized as one of the few African nations to reach continental health targets outlined in the Abuja Declaration, allocating at least 15% of its national budget to health.

Kenya: Public Prosecutor Summons Ex-Navy Officers for Rehearing of Desertion Case

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has issued a notice to former Kenya Navy Officers convicted by a Court Martial for Desertion of Duty, urging them to submit themselves to the High Court in Mombasa for the rehearing of their appeals without fail.

Kenya: City Hall Waives Building Renovations Fees in Response to Floods

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Nairobi County Government has waived statutory fees for renovations and repair of buildings due flood related destruction as a move to augment flood response.

Africa: AU Chair Expresses Alarm At Deteriorating Security and Humanitarian Situation in North Darfur

[African Union] The Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union, Moussa Faki Mahamat, is monitoring with deep concern the reports of alarming deterioration in the humanitarian and security situation in El Fasher, North Darfur.

Kenya: Flood Alert As Masinga Dam Overflows

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority(TARDA) has urged residents to exercise vigilance following the overflowing of the Masinga dam due to heavy rains.

Uganda: Broken Promises and Barren Fields - Serere Farmers Vent Frustration

[Nile Post] Discontent simmers among farmers in Uganda's Serere region. Their primary targets? The underperformance of the NASA Research Institute (NASA RI) and a long-defunct soil testing machine.

Nigeria: FG Approves Design of Sokoto-Badagry Road Project

[Leadership] Minister of works, Engr David Umahi, says President Bola Tinubu has approved the design of Sokoto-Badagry Highway project as part of efforts to improve economic diversification in the country.

Somalia: American Official Confirms to Shabelle TV That the US Stopped Food Rations to Danab Forces

[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- The US has suspended the food rations provided to the Danab forces in Somalia due to the diversion of these rations and fuel intended for them, a senior US Embassy official confirmed to Shabelle TV.

Nigeria: Why I Chose to Be an MMA Fighter - Blessing Onyeali

[Premium Times] Blessing Onyeali isn't your typical Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter.

Togo: Togo's Battle for Democracy Amid Constitutional Controversy

[DW] Amid tensions and accusations of a constitutional coup, Togo heads to the polls next week. The African nation stands at a crossroads of democracy and dissent.

South Africa: 30 Years On, South Africa's Dream of Unity Lies Shattered

[DW] Thirty years after the end of apartheid, South Africa is looking back on a democratic but deeply divided society. Political divisions have fueled a growing disappointment with Nelson Mandela's liberation party, the ANC.

South Africa: Never Has a Wise Vote Been More Important to the Future of South Africa

[Daily Maverick] After thirty years of democracy, the heroes of freedom have been replaced by the hyenas of stealing

Togo: Togo National Day

[State Department] On behalf of the people of the United States, I offer congratulations to the people of Togo as you celebrate the 64th anniversary of your nation's independence. The partnership between the United States and Togo remains firmly rooted in the advancement of stability and peace ...

South Africa: South African Freedom Day

[State Department] On behalf of the people of the United States, congratulations to all South Africans on the historic 30th anniversary of their country's first democratic elections.

Uganda: Uganda Considers Bailout for Struggling Vaccine Factory

[Nile Post] Nearly half the requested funds (578 billion shillings) for the supplementary budget are earmarked for Dei Bio Pharma, a Ugandan pharmaceutical company struggling to keep its vaccine factory afloat.

South Africa: As SA Marks 30 Years of Democracy, It Must Prioritise Safety of Its Children - Its Greatest Resource, Unicef Urges

[Daily Maverick] The United Nations Children's Fund South Africa has called for the country's children to be put at the centre of the developmental agenda.

Zimbabwe: Reserve Bank Governor Asks MPs to Market ZiG in Communities

[New Zimbabwe] RESERVE Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor John Mushayavanhu has appealed to Members of Parliament (MPs) to educate communities on the newly introduced currency, Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG).

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Announces a National Financial Education Module for Youth and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

[Mastercard Foundation] The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE), the Mastercard Foundation, and First Consult, through the BRIDGES programme, announced the National Financial Education Module for Youth and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Addis Ababa on 29 February 2024. The official ...

South Africa: Three Decades of Freedom - Too Many Flaws in SA's Education System

[UCT] In June 1976, thousands of black school children took to the streets in Soweto over the use of Afrikaans as the medium of instruction at majority black schools. More than 100 pupils died and approximately 700 were injured that day, and their bravery marked a turning point in South ...

Uganda: China Helps Uganda Fight Malaria As Global Funding Shrinks

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- For Milly Nakazzi, an assistant nursing officer at Uganda's Kiruddu National Referral Hospital, the fact that at least six of every 10 patients she treats have malaria is business as usual.

Namibia: All Protocolobserved Se Moer!

[Namibian] Let's face it, Namibians and official events have a complicated relationship.

Ethiopia: Over 4 Million Children Out of School in Amhara Region - UN

[Reporter] Armed conflict, drought, and other compounding factors are keeping more than 4.1 million children out of school in the Amhara region, according to a United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) situation report released on April 26, 2024.

Africa: TB Clinical Trials: An UnPrecedented €34 Million Price Tag in Drug Development

[MSF] Geneva -- At the 5th WHO Pharmaceutical Pricing and Reimbursement Policies conference today, Doctors Without Borders (MSF) presented the costs of its landmark TB-PRACTECAL clinical trial that helped identify a shorter, all-oral treatment regimen for drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB),* ...

Two East Africans charged in UK migrant deaths investigation

Five migrants, including a child, were killed in a crush on board a boat crossing the Channel.

South Africa: In Defense of the Constitution, Judges and the Rule of Law

[UCT] As the country commemorates 30 years of democracy this year, part and parcel of the democratic project was a new vision for how one of the arms of the South African state - the judiciary - operates and delivers on its mandate. And, as the democratic project was under siege from state ...

Poland denies 'pushback' of pregnant Eritrean woman

Activists say the woman gave birth alone in a forested area at the border with Belarus.

Why ice costs more than bread in Mali

People are grappling with power cuts as well as extreme heat blamed on human-induced climate change.

Seychelles: Work Expected to Begin On Natural Disaster Mitigation Plans for Seychelles

[Seychelles News Agency] Work is expected to begin this week on the natural disaster mitigation plans for Seychelles around the main island of Mahe following recommendations from experts from Switzerland on how to prevent rockslides, landslides and other such disasters.

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