April 18
South Africa: Elections 2024 - a Party for the Children Is a Party for the Future
GroundUp
All political parties should prioritise early childhood needs Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki, Linturi, Chelugui, Miano Top Performing CSs - Politrack
Capital FM
Interior cabinet secretary Kithure Kindiki has topped a list of top performing cabinet secretaries according to a new report released by Politrack Africa under the starleaders… Read more »
Liberia: UP Elder Council Lauds Lawmakers for Proactive WECC Decisions
Liberian Observer
The National Elder Council of the ruling Unity Party has commended the legislature for its commitment to establishing a War and Economic Crime Court (WECC) in Liberia. Read more »
Nigeria: Flooding - Ekiti Govt Allocates N88.3 Million for Dredging of High-Risk Zones
Premium Times
The approval came on Tuesday, less than 24 hours after the Federal Government warned that no fewer than 31 states were at risk of severe flooding. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Will Become Major Global Economy Under Tinubu - Shettima
Vanguard
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed optimism that Nigeria will become a major economic force in the world under President Bola Tinubu. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Pledges Enhanced Collaboration With UN Agencies for Development Goals in Kenya
Capital FM
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reiterated the Government's unwavering commitment to enhancing its partnership with United Nations agencies in Kenya for the implementation of… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Celebrates 44 Years of Independence
The Herald
For exactly 41 years, no major event was held outside Harare, the citadel of both political and economic power in Zimbabwe, but for the past two years and counting, that has… Read more »
Uganda: Alupo Calls for Expansion of Presidential Skilling Initiative
Nile Post
Vice-President Jessica Alupo has called for enhancement of the Presidential Skilling Initiative by incorporating additional assessment and training packages across the 19 hubs… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zim's Renaissance - Progress, Promising Future Under President's Visionary Leadership
The Herald
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Zimbabwe: VP Mohadi Lights Independence Flame At Dzapasi Assembly Point
The Herald
Vice President Kembo Mohadi yesterday lit the Independence Flame at Dzapasi Assembly Point where he implored the nation to remain united and safeguard the gains of Independence. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Ministry Director Removed From Remand
The Herald
Local Government and Public Works Ministry director Mlindeli Sayi, accused of criminal abuse of office in the Carrick Creagh development in Borrowdale, Harare, has been removed… Read more »
Nigeria: Obi Deplores Incessant Nat'l Grid Collapse, Seeks Technical Task Force
Daily Trust
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in last year's general elections, Peter Obi, has expressed concern and sought urgent and lasting solutions to the perennial… Read more »
Nigeria: Why the Senate Must Review the Senator Ningi Issue
Daily Trust
Our society would be a bit rancour- free and more habitable if we could hold ourselves accountable, accept responsibility for our actions and inactions and be willing to judge… Read more »
Nigeria: Governors, Atiku, Wike Test Strength As PDP NEC Meeting Holds Today
Daily Trust
Ayu withdraws suit against party NWC passes vote of confidence on Damagum N/Central insists on completing Ayu's term Read more »
Southern Africa: Zimbabwe's Sovereignty Sacred, PM Tells Nation
The Herald
Zimbabwe will not subject its sovereignty to that of any other state, and will remain its own master, fully capable of determining its destiny, the Prime Minister, Cde Mugabe, said… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 'Let's All Celebrate Independence'
The Herald
All Zimbabweans have been called upon to participate in the country's 44th Independence Day anniversary celebrations to be held in Murambinda, Manicaland Province today. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mutambi Celebrates Independence in Style
The Herald
Sungura ace, Simon Mutambi is ecstatic to celebrate Zimbabwe's Independence Day with a new album. Read more »
April 17
Africa: African Media Leaders Will Gather in Nairobi in May [press release]
allAfrica
In response to pressing appeals from many media practitioners and stakeholders across Africa who believe a free, independent, professional and thriving media industry is essential… Read more »
South Africa: Johannesburg Faces Water Crisis as Infrastructure Crumbles - South African News Briefs - April 17, 2024
allAfrica
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Uganda: Deep-Rooted Election Violence Keeps Democracy in Shackles
Nile Post
Uganda has a complex history of human rights violations, including under the rule of Idi Amin from 1971 to 1979, where thousands were killed and many more tortured. Read more »
Liberia: Who Leaked Weah's Assets Declaration Document?
Liberian Observer
Liberia, like many other countries, has some form of asset declaration requirement for public officials, but the declared assets of most essential government officials are often… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania-Malawi Diplomatic Tensions Rise Over $30m Port Project
Business Day Africa
Tanzania and Malawi are on the brink of a diplomatic standoff following Dodoma's decision to commence the upgrade of Mbamba Bay Port, situated on the shores of Lake Malawi. Read more »
Senegal: Nigeria's Think-Tank Hails Faye's Election, Urges Fair Leadership
Leadership
A political think-tank, #FixPolitics Africa, has applauded the election of President Bassirou Faye of Senegal, describing it as the triumph of the democratic spirit and collective… Read more »
Nigeria: Those Threatening Nigeria's Sovereignty Will Pay Heavy Price - Tinubu [press release]
Premium Times
President Tinubu said his administration is resolute in achieving economic security in a fair and equitable system for all Nigerians. Read more »
Ethiopia: Council of Ministers Unanimously Approves Draft Transitional Justice Policy
Addis Standard
The Council of Ministers, in its meeting today, unanimously approved the draft Transitional Justice Policy after it "discussed and added additional input" to the draft. Read more »