May 21
South Africa: Political Turmoil, Criticism Grip South African Parties Ahead of Elections
allAfrica
From contentious campaign ads to allegations of threats and external influences, the nation's political arena is experiencing a turbulent period ahead of the upcoming elections. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Reshuffles Zanu-PF Politburo, Demotes Bimha
New Zimbabwe
ZANU PF national political commissar Mike Bimha has been demoted by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in a reshuffle of the ruling party's politburo. Read more »
Gambia: Lack of Constitutional Reform Stalls the Gambia's Democratic Transition [analysis]
ISS
Political divisions over limiting presidential power and terms in office have brought the process to a standstill. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Economy Poised for 7.9 Percent Growth in Current Fiscal Year, Reports Minister Fitsum Assefa
Addis Standard
Ethiopia's economy is on track for robust 7.9% growth in the current fiscal year, according to Minister of Planning and Development Fitsum Assefa. Read more »
Ghana: There's Enough Time to Make Significant Contributions - President Akufo-Addo Tells New Ministers
GhanaToday
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's ministerial appointees whose approval by Parliament was held in abeyance until last Friday have been sworn in at a ceremony in the Jubilee… Read more »
South Africa: DA Will Assist Sassa Beneficiaries Robbed By the Post Office [press release]
DA
The DA takes note of reports that South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) social grant beneficiaries are being robbed of part of their grant at the Gatesville Post Office.… Read more »
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Africa: OCP Africa Teams Up with Ethiopian Government, the AfDB and Global Partners for Climate-Smart Wheat Initiative
OCP
OCP Africa takes part in the launch of Ethiopia’s Climate Resilient Wheat Value Chain Development Project, in the presence of HE Dr. Girma Amente, Minister of Agriculture of… Read more »
South Africa: Gwede's Slippery Story Explains Lack of Mining Investment [press release]
DA
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has admitted it has not yet even signed a service level agreement with the companies chosen to provide a new mining cadastral system.… Read more »
Liberia: Audit Reveals Unapproved Disbursements By Central Bank of Liberia for 2019 Independence Day Celebrations
FrontPageAfrica
In 2019, around the July 26 Independence Celebration, the Central Bank of Liberia made several disbursements totaling US$730,000 to the Liberia National Police, the National… Read more »
Liberia: Finance Ministry Debunks Claims of Corruption in Budget Management System Contract [press release]
FrontPageAfrica
The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning officially rejects reports by Spoon FM that the contractual agreement between the Ministry and RoviaGate Technology, LLC,… Read more »
Uganda: Another Feud Hits NUP Leadership
Nile Post
Another feud is brewing in the opposition National Unity Platform, this time in Busoga region ahead of party president, Robert Kyagulanyi's visit on Wednesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Ekweremadu - I Rejected a Tricycle Offer - David's Father
Vanguard
The father of David Ukpo, Mr. Nwamini Ukpo, has said that the family of Senator Ike Ekweremadu offered him a tricycle in his family compound in Ebonyi State, but he rejected it. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Reaffirms One-China Principle, Dismisses Taiwan Independence Claims
Capital FM
Kenya has reiterated its steadfast support for the one-China principle, firmly dismissing Taiwan's claims for independence. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Intensifies Efforts to Complete Itare Dam Project
Capital FM
The government has intensified efforts to complete the Itare Dam project in Nakuru County, aiming to address the critical water shortages faced by the region. Read more »
Nigeria: My PDP Nat'l Chairmanship Quest Confronted By Various Interests - Sen Suswam
Vanguard
Former Governor of Benue State and Peopes Democratic Party, PDP, stalwart, Senator Gabriel Suswam has said that his quest for the National Chairmanship position of the party is… Read more »
West Africa: New Speaker of Ecowas Parliament to Emerge in Kano
Leadership
In a matter of days, the Speaker of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will elect a new speaker to lead the regional parliament in its 6th… Read more »
Nigeria: Governors Forum Names Shittu Acting DG
Leadership
Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) has announced the appointment of Dr. Abdulateef Shittu as the Acting Director General, effective immediately, following the retirement of Asishana B.… Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Meet NSA, Commander Over State of Presidential Air Fleet
Daily Trust
The House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence on Monday met with the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, and the Commander, Presidential… Read more »
West Africa: Ecowas Parliament to Elect New Speaker At Extraordinary Session in Kano
Daily Trust
The Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will elect a new speaker at its 2024 second extraordinary session starting in Kano State today. Read more »
Liberia: UP, Alliances Reject Boakai's Appointments in Margibi
New Dawn
The mainstream leadership of the ruling Unity Party and several of its alliances, including institutions and individuals in Margibi County, have rejected President Joseph Nyuma… Read more »
Kenya: Passport Issuance Down 5.2% in 2023 Amid Printer Problems
Capital FM
Passport issuance in Kenya last year dropped by 5.2 percent, coming on the back of printing machine breakdowns that impacted production. Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa, EU Council President Hold Bilateral Call
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa has held a bilateral telephone conversation with the President of the European Council, Charles Michel. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Welcomes ICC Arrest Warrants Application
SAnews.gov.za
Government has welcomed the decision by the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Karim Kahn KC, on the application for arrest warrants that include Israeli Prime… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Parliament Raises Red Flags On Proposed Victoria Falls Cricket Stadium
New Zimbabwe
CONCERNS have been raised over the proposed construction of a multipurpose sporting facility in Victoria Falls, with fears that it may disrupt the area's biodiversity. Read more »
Nigeria: Rivers Crisis - Jonathan Calls for Ceasefire Between Fubara, Wike
Premium Times
The former president says the political crisis in Rivers has the potential to destabilise Nigeria's Niger Delta region. Read more »
Ethiopia: Addis Marks 61st Africa Day Anniversary
Ethiopian Herald
Ministry of Defense celebrated the 61st Africa Day yesterday under the theme "Together Free, Prosperous, and United Africa." Read more »