February 15
Africa: Nigeria Backs AU's Institutional Reforms On Peace, Security
Premium Times
Mr Shettima also declared Nigeria's support for strengthening democratic institutions and ensuring stronger cooperation with international financial institutions and the private… Read more »
Nigeria: UN Secretary-General Guterres Backs Nigeria's Bid for World Body's Security Council Seat
This Day
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has charged Nigeria with spearheading Africa's quest for a restructured global order, describing the country as uniquely… Read more »
South Africa: In the Name of Our Father - - Lukhanyo Calata's Devastating Testimony to Khampepe Inquiry
Daily Maverick
South Africa is wedged between the past, the present and the future, which is why it is significant that in the week of President Cyril Ramaphosa's well-received Sona, Lukhanyo… Read more »
Nigeria: Bloodbath As Bandits Kill 32 Farmers, Abduct Others, Set Houses Ablaze in Niger
This Day
No fewer than 32 farmers were feared dead yesterday in a series of attacks by bandits on Tugan-Makeri, Konsoko, and Pissa communities in Borgu Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger… Read more »
Nigeria: Sokoto to Scale Up Polio Vaccination in Border Communities With Niger Republic
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"We will be carrying routine immunisation vaccines, including polio, so that each and every child living in those borders is being protected," he said. Read more »
Nigeria: Three Killed, Four Injured As Mining Pit Collapses in Ebonyi
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"We evacuated some overburden on top of some lifeless people, like three of them, and we rescued about four that were injured," an official said. Read more »
Nigeria: Again, Bird Strike Disrupts United Nigeria Airlines' Flight Operations
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The Airline says a second bird strike in less than 24 hours involving another Airbus A320 aircraft occurred during take-off from Abuja on Sunday. Read more »
Nigeria: Senior Lawyer Calls for NBA President's Ouster Over Alleged Ethical Breaches
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The lawyer said the developments raised serious concerns about transparency and institutional integrity, while NBA president, Mr Osigwe, denies the allegations. Read more »
Nigeria: Electoral Act Amendment - Why We Made Electronic Transmission of Results Optional - Senate
Premium Times
The Senate said it discovered that many communities remain outside internet coverage, while millions of Nigerians still lack access to electricity. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Urges Inclusive Talks Ahead of South Sudan's 2026 Poll
Capital FM
President William Ruto has called for inclusive dialogue in South Sudan as the nation prepares for a general election in December 2026. Read more »
Kenya: 'DP Seat Not Vacant,' Kindiki Affirms Amid Coalition Realignment Talk
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has shut down speculation over his position, declaring he remains firmly in office, and that he is focused on delivering government services to… Read more »
Kenya: Joho Declares Himself ODM's Best Bet for 2032 Presidential Victory
Capital FM
Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has declared that he is the Orange Democratic Movement's (ODM) strongest candidate for the 2032 presidential election, positioning himself as… Read more »
Kenya: Junet Targets Sifuna Over Alleged Gachagua Ties
Capital FM
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Director of Elections Junet Mohamed has renewed claims that the "Linda Mwananchi" faction within the party is working in concert with DCP Leader… Read more »
South Africa: DA Concerned Gauteng Water-Shifting Is Rotating Demand, As Ministers Give Oversights and Meetings, but No Timelines and Timetables [press release]
DA
The Democratic Alliance cannot accept the communication from the Gauteng Provincial Government on Friday painting a picture of a water crisis under control. Read more »
Africa: AUC Deputy Chairperson Joined Italian PM Giorgia Meloni to Unveil a Special Commemorative Stamp
African Union
On the margins of the 39th #AUSummit, H.E. Amb. Selma Malika Haddadi @DCP_Haddadi joined Italian PM @GiorgiaMeloni to unveil a special commemorative stamp issued by the Italian… Read more »
Kenya: Sifuna's Kitengela Rally Disrupted After Tear Gas Lobbed Into Crowd
Capital FM
A political rally led by embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna in Kitengela Town was on Sunday disrupted after tear gas was lobbed into the crowd. Read more »
Kenya: Sifuna Warns of Plot to Disrupt Linda Mwananchi Tours As Azimio Chief Vows 16 Million-Vote 'People's Alliance'
Capital FM
Embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has warned of an alleged plot to cause chaos and disrupt the ongoing Linda Mwananchi Tours. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Hits Back At Ruto Over Corruption Claims
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Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has sharply responded to recent allegations made by President William Ruto, accusing the Head of State of lacking the… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Pushes Expanded Climate Financing in Talks With Green Climate Fund
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President William Ruto has reaffirmed Kenya's commitment to deepening cooperation with the Green Climate Fund (GCF), as the country seeks to scale up financing for… Read more »
Kenya: Detectives Uncover 58 Fraudulent Cheques in Sacco Scam
Capital FM
Detectives from the Banking Fraud Investigation Unit (BFIU) have uncovered an elaborate cheque fraud scheme that led to a Sacco losing over Sh16 million. Read more »
Africa: AfCFTA Could Raise Africa's GDP By $1.4 Trillion By 2045, Says Ruto
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The African Continental Free Trade Area, (AfCFTA), must now move decisively from negotiation to implementation so that it delivers tangible benefits to Africa's 1.4 billion people,… Read more »
Kenya: Elders Warn Migori Leaders Over Repeated Public Clashes
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The Suba Council of Elders has cautioned Migori Governor Ochillo Ayacko and Suna West MP Peter Masara against engaging in public confrontations that they say are tarnishing the… Read more »
Africa: Ruto Proposes Scaling AU Peace Fund to $1 Billion At African Union Summit
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President William Ruto presented his report on African Union Institutional Reforms at the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government in Addis Ababa,… Read more »
Kenya: Regulatory Fog Risks Undermining Kenya's Crypto Breakthrough
Capital FM
Kenya's rapid strides toward formalising its cryptocurrency sector have positioned it as a regulatory trailblazer in Africa. Read more »
Kenya: Lamu Port Now Operational As Kenya Advances Lapsset Vision - CS Chirchir
Capital FM
Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has confirmed the full operationalisation of the port of Lamu, marking a significant milestone in Kenya's ambitious infrastructure… Read more »
