May 21
Malawi: Matola Condemns Act of Vandalism of Power Infrastructure in Nchalo, Chikwawa
Nyasa Times
The Minister of Energy, Hon. Ibrahim Matola has strongly condemned the recent act of vandalism on power infrastructure at Illovo Sugar in Nchalo, Chikwawa district. Read more »
Malawi: NGOs Demand Report On Proceeds From Sale of Goods, Properties Confiscated From Refugees
Nyasa Times
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) advancing the rights of refugees and asylum seekers have challenged the Ministry of Homeland Security to urgently produce a report on proceeds… Read more »
Nigeria: Bandits in Military Uniform Abduct 20 in Abuja
Daily Trust
Gunmen in military uniform numbering about 50 have raided Dawaki community in Abuja, and abducted at least 20 people, Daily Trust reports. Read more »
Nigeria: 9 Arrested As NSCDC Uncovers Fresh Illegal Refining Sites in Rivers
Daily Trust
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested nine suspected oil thieves at an illegal refinery in a forest boundary between Rivers and Abia. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia On Right Track to Achieve 7.9% Growth Plan
Ethiopian Herald
The promising performances witnessed in the macro economy including agriculture, industry and service sectors showcase Ethiopia is in the right position to achieve the estimated… 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 »
Ethiopia: National Dialogue - Viable Remedy to Heal Long-Heaped Grudge, Enmity
Ethiopian Herald
It is quite recognized that Ethiopia has been baffled by the calculatingly or unknowingly orchestrated cunning approaches and distorted narrations, elements who wished to rule the… Read more »
Nigeria: Beyond Salt, Hidden Sources Affect Your Blood Pressure - Cardiologist
Vanguard
... Says one high reading does confirm hypertension Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan President Ruto's Visit to Atlanta
State Department
Press StatementAntony J. Blinken, Secretary of StateMay 20, 2024 Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu, UN, AU, Arab Leaders Mourn As Iranian President, Raisi, Dies in Helicopter Crash
Vanguard
President Bola Tinubu yesterday joined other world leaders, Arab countries, the United Nations and African Union to condole with the government and people of the Islamic Republic… Read more »
Africa: Fix Clinical Trials Challenges in Africa!!
Ghanaian Times
May 20 every year marks International Clinical Trials Day, which commemorates the day Scottish medical scientist James Lind began the first randomised clinical trial in 1747. Read more »
Ghana: 2 Boys Killed, 15 Others Injured in Ngyiresia Beach Premix Fuel Explosion
Ghanaian Times
Two boys were killed in an explosion caused by premix fuel spillage at the Ngyiresia beach, near Essikado, in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis of the Western Region, on Saturday. Read more »
Kenya: NGAAF-Led Initiative Donates 70 Wheelchairs, Tricycles in Kisii
Capital FM
Persons with disabilities in Kisii have received additional mobility assistive devices funded under the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF). Read more »
Nigeria: State of the Nation - Why 170 Varsities Must Lead Rescue Mission - Uzodimma
Vanguard
IMO State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has set a new task before Nigeria's ivory towers. At a time that the country is mired in multi-dimensional challenges, he wants the 170… Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos to Reduce Internet Connectivity Cost, Lays 2,700km Fibre
Vanguard
The Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (LAMIST) on Monday said that it had completed the first phase of a project to reduce the cost of Internet… Read more »
Nigeria: Rescue Movement Inaugurates Delta, Abia Chapters-Urges Members to Stand for a New Nigeria
Vanguard
The Rescue Movement for New Nigeria has inaugurated its Delta and Abia State Chapters on May 18th and 19th 2024 respectively, with a mission to redefine party politics and activism… Read more »
Nigeria: Kano Mosque Attack - Court Remands Principal Suspect
Vanguard
An Upper Shariah Court sitting in Kano, yesterday, ordered the remand of the principal suspect, Shafi'u Abubakar in connection of an arson attack on mosque in Gadan village, Gezawa… Read more »
Nigeria: Bandits Abduct Pregnant Customs Officer's Wife, His 3 Children, Brother in Abuja
Vanguard
In a daring and brazen attack, bandits struck in Abuja, abducting the family of a senior Customs officer before noon time on Sunday. Read more »
Nigeria: Unpaid Congestion Charges in London - Nigerian High Commission Accumulates £8.4m
Vanguard
The Nigerian High Commission in London, United Kingdom, UK, has accumulated £8.4 million as unpaid congestion charges. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Partners Financial Bodies to Lift 50m Nigerians Out of Poverty From Now Till 2027
Vanguard
THE Federal Government is partnering some financial outfits as veritable platforms to release grants and loans to Nigerians interested in digital economy and creative enterprise,… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Reinstates Transfer of Electricity Regulatory Roles to States
Vanguard
The Federal Government has backtracked on halting the transfer of electricity regulatory oversight to state governments. Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Condemns DRC Attempted Coup
Daily News
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) yesterday condemned the attempted coup d'état on Sunday in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Read more »
Tanzania: Samia Mourns Iran President
Daily News
President Samia Suluhu Hassan yesterday joined global leaders to extend heartfelt condolences to the government and the people of Iran, following the passing on of President… Read more »
Tanzania: VP Calls for Increased Honey Exports
Daily News
The Vice-President, Dr Philip Mpango, has issued ten directives to strengthen the bee sector in efforts to increase foreign currency in the country. Read more »
Uganda: MPs Concerned Over Male, Female Suspects Sharing Police Cells
Nile Post
Legislators sitting on the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament are concerned that in this era there are police stations where both female and male suspected are being detained… Read more »