April 18
Sierra Leone: Bio Urges Ecowasleaders to Develop Strategy Against Autonomous Weapons
Concord
President Julius Maada Bio has urged ECOWAS regional leaders to forge common understanding and develop strategies to address the challenges posed by Autonomous Weapons Systems. Read more »
Gambia: Gambia to Get Two New Ferries in 16 Months
The Point
The Gambia government through the Gambia Ports Authority (GPA) yesterday signed a contract with DAMEN Shipyard for the construction and design of two new green solar powered… Read more »
Uganda: 'Living in Fear' - Landowners in Uganda's Oil Field On Brink of Eviction
IPS
When Mugisha Jealousy Mulimba learned that the government of Uganda was dragging him to court, he expected justice. But he says he has realized these courts are being used to… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Takes Lead in Energy Ties With Neighbors
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia is playing a leading role in creating energy ties with neighboring countries, the Ministry of Water and Energy (MoWE) said, adding that the electricity supply to Sudan is… Read more »
Zimbabwe: IMF Projects Zim Economy to Grow 3,2pc
The Herald
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected Zimbabwe's economy to register 3,2 percent growth in 2024, reflecting the negative impact of drought and declining global… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Ciie Expo to Unlock Opportunities in China
The Herald
Zimbabwean companies should take advantage of the 2024 edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE) to unlock more export opportunities in the Chinese market. Read more »
Nigeria: Boat Tragedy - Wake-Up Call for Safety, Accountability in Nollywood
Daily Trust
A Nollywood crew including the actor, Junior Pope Odonwodo and a make-up artiste, died last week in a terrible, terrible accident when their boat capsized on the way to a film… Read more »
Africa: Renewable Energy Transforming the Landscape
UN News
Renewable energy, if supported by governments, can "truly change the landscape" in terms of achieving equitable access to affordable and clean energy, but only if those governments… Read more »
Nigeria: Four in 10 Nigerian Children Trapped in Child Labour - NBS
Premium Times
"Stakeholders cannot ignore the urgency to act decisively to safeguard the rights and restore the childhood of the children trapped in child labour," ILO Country Director Vanessa… Read more »
Angola: Mineral Resources Minister Defends Sustainable Gold Exploration
ANGOP
The Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas, Diamantino Pedro Azevedo, on Thursday, in central Huambo province, defended the need for a sustainable gold exploration, with the… Read more »
Gambia: Police Call for Construction of 152 Speed Bumps to Avert Road Accidents
The Point
Speaking before the Standing Committee on Defence and Security of The National Assembly on Wednesday, Lamin King Colley, commissioner, the Gambia Police Force Mobile Traffic Unit,… Read more »
Mauritius: Mric's International Space Symposium Focuses On 'New Space for Mauritius'
Government of Mauritius
The First edition of the International Space Symposium, focusing on the theme 'New Space for Mauritius', was launched this morning, by the Minister of Information Technology,… Read more »
Kenya: Nanyuki Train Suspended As Heavy Rains Render a Section of Railway Line Inaccessible
Capital FM
Kenya Railways has announced the suspension of the Nairobi -Nanyuki train services following heavy rains across the country which have destroyed a section of the railway. Read more »
Tunisia: Tunisia Takes Part in Worldfood Poland, April 16-18
Tunis Afrique Presse
Five companies from the agri-food sector, operating mainly in the olive oil, table olives, dates and by-products, pasta and couscous sectors, are taking part in the 10th edition of… Read more »
Uganda: Trade and Finance Committees Meet Key Stakeholders Over Striking Traders
Nile Post
The joint committee of Trade and that of Finance is this morning are expected to meet the different stakeholders over the ongoing traders strike. Read more »
Liberia: HPX Completes Technical Due Diligence On St John River Iron Ore Licenses
Liberian Observer
-- Financial due diligence underway with anticipated completion in 2nd quarter 2024; St John River licenses previously owned by BHP and cover a combined area of almost 250 km2… Read more »
Nigeria: Naira Gains At Official Market Amidst Depleting Reserve
Premium Times
Market data published on the FMDQ website on Wednesday indicated that the naira closed at N1,072.74 against N1,148.14 recorded in the previous market session on Tuesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Power - 13,000 MW Instead of 200,000MW Unacceptable, Says Obi
Leadership
Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general election, Mr Peter Obi, has expressed deep concerns over the perennial power situation in the country recording… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's GDP Projected to Grow By 5pc, EY Tax Advisors
Capital FM
Kenya's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is expected to grow by around 5 percent in 2024, according to global tax advisors Ernst & Young (EY). Read more »
Nigeria: IMF Sees Nigeria's Inflation Dropping to 26.3 Percent This Year
Daily Trust
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said Nigeria's inflation rate will drop to 26.3% in 2024, noting that the country's economy will equally grow by 3.3% this year. Read more »
Kenya: KQ Buddy Pass Scheme Suspended After Mega Scandal
Business Day Africa
Kenya Airways has suspended its buddy pass programme, an incentive initiative enabling employees to access two complimentary flights annually. The action follows a scandal that has… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Dinson Targets U.S.$4,3bn Revenue in Final Phase
The Herald
Dinson Iron and Steel Company (DISCO), a subsidiary of Chinese steel giant Tsingshan Holdings Group, is targeting net annual revenue of US$4,25 billion in the fourth and final… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 'Efficient Transport System Key for Horticulture Exports'
The Herald
AS the country's marches towards attaining Vision 2030, the Horticultural Development Council (HDC) is engaging Government to facilitate the upgrading of roads and border… Read more »
Nigeria: Tariff Increase to Worsen Economic Instability - Private Sector
Daily Trust
Says Nigeria ranked third on highest electricity cost Read more »
Nigeria: Make Staff Housing Your Project, FCT Workers Beg Wike
Daily Trust
Workers of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), under the Joint Unions Action Committee (JUAC), have appealed to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, to make staff housing one of his… Read more »