April 24
Liberia: Lawmaker Calls for Robust Enforcement of Copyright Laws
Liberian Observer
-- As LIPO's DG commits to revitalizing Liberia's creative industry Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Arrives Netherlands On State Visit
Vanguard
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in the Netherlands on a state visit. Read more »
Mozambique: Collection of Card Numbers Stepped Up in Morrumbene
Mozambique News Reports And Clippings
The observers from Mais Integridade (“More Integrity”) report that in Morrumbene directors of state institutions and neighbourhood leaders were instructed to collect… Read more »
Liberia: Micat Boss Embarks On Renovation of Ministry
New Republic
Information Minister Jerelimik Matthew Piah has embarked on the renovation of the ministry since his appointment by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai. Read more »
April 23
Liberia: Supreme Court Rules Against Boakai's Romoval Of Tenured Officials
FrontPageAfrica
The government of Liberia has failed to win four landmark tenure cases regarding heads of four agencies: the Liberia Telecommunications Authority, Governance Commission, Liberia… Read more »
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… Read more »
South Sudan: South Sudan Declares Massive Red Eye Outbreak On Uganda Border
Independent (Kampala)
South Sudanese health officials on Monday declared an outbreak of conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, along the border between Uganda. Read more »
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. Read more »
Liberia: Is Boakai Playing Games With Establishment of War Crimes Court?
New Republic
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… Read more »
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… Read more »
Chad: Chad's Election Outcome Already Seems Set - 4 Things Mahamat Déby Has Done to Stay in Power [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Chad's presidential election campaigns officially kicked off on Sunday 14 April 2024 in the capital city, N'Djamena. Read more »
South Africa: History for Sale - What Does South Africa's Struggle Heritage Mean After 30 Years of Democracy? [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
One of my favourite statues is the one of Nelson Mandela at the Sandton City shopping centre in Johannesburg. Larger than life, its oversized bronze shoes shimmer in the evening… Read more »
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… Read more »
Liberia: Low Turnout of Voters, Peaceful Poll in Nimba Senatorial By-Election
FrontPageAfrica
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. Read more »
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… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Advances Anti-Counterfeit Law
Independent (Kampala)
The government's enactment of the Anti-Counterfeit Goods Bill signifies an important step towards safeguarding intellectual property, fostering fair competition, and ultimately,… Read more »
Liberia: Dismissed EPs' Threats Unacceptable Says Information Minister
New Dawn
The head of the elite presidential guard Executive Protection Service (EPS) Mr. Sam Gaye has defended his decision, emphasizing his aim to uphold professionalism and standards for… Read more »
Rwanda: April 24, 1994 - Tutsi Killed in Kabgayi, Ruhango
New Times
April 24, 1994 was the 18th day of the Genocide against the Tutsi. Killings had spread across Rwanda, especially in the southern region. Massacres of Tutsi took place in different… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Commits Sh6.1bn to Settle Issues Raised By Striking Medics
Capital FM
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has received Sh3.5 billion for health workers salary arrears from 2017 to June 2024 which will be cleared in 5 installments each year. Read more »
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. Read more »
Uganda: Centenary Bank Commits Shs100 Million to Rotary District Conference
Nile Post
Centenary Bank managing director Fabian Kasi joined Rotarians at Mapeera House on Tuesday to fortify their support for the upcoming Rotary District conference, slated for 99thDCA. Read more »
Liberia: House Endorses Audit
Liberian Observer
The House of Representatives has approved an audit by the General Auditing Committee (GAC) in a move to enhance accountability and transparency. This decision, led by Cllr. J.… Read more »
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 Read more »
Kenya: Ex-IEBC Chairperson Issack Hassan, Grace Nzioka Among 41 Shortlisted for Court of Appeal Judge Slots
Capital FM
Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson Issack Hassan is among forty one candidates short listed for Court of Appeal Judges. Read more »
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. Read more »