May 26
Nigeria: NCAA, Airline Operators Bicker Over Debt
Vanguard
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has suspended the enforcement of its proposed "no pay, no service directive against domestic airlines owing statutory charges. Read more »
Malawi: Government Vows Fierce Fight Against K1 Trillion Finance Bank Claim
Nyasa Times
The Malawi Government has declared it will aggressively fight a staggering compensation claim reportedly estimated at nearly K1 trillion in the long-running legal battle involving… Read more »
Uganda: Mwenda Apologises for 'Conmen' Remarks, Revises Criticism of Museveni's Investment Policy
Nile Post
Veteran journalist and political commentator Andrew Mwenda has apologised for remarks he made against individuals linked to government-supported investment projects, admitting that… Read more »
Malawi: Old Mutual Malawi Marks 72 Years With Africa Day Celebrations
Nyasa Times
Old Mutual Malawi on Monday combined its 72nd anniversary celebrations in Malawi with this year's Africa Day commemorations in an event that celebrated African identity, culture… Read more »
Malawi: Luthando Holdings Clarifies Karonga Procurement Structure, Reaffirms Deep-Running Alliance With Catholic Church and Affiliates
Nyasa Times
Luthando Holdings Limited, through its Managing Director Hendrix Laher, has issued a comprehensive public clarification regarding recent procurement communications in the Northern… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Honduras Explore Infrastructure Cooperation During Vice President's Visit
New Times
Rwanda and Honduras on Monday, May 25, explored areas of cooperation in infrastructure development during a visit to Kigali by the Honduran Vice President Diana Baleska Herrera… Read more »
Rwanda: Trinity Metals Launches Deep Drilling At Nyakabingo Mine
New Times
Trinity Metals has launched an advanced drilling programme at the Nyakabingo mine in Rulindo District as part of efforts to expand mineral resources and support long-term tungsten… Read more »
Rwanda: Northern Corridor States Push Digital Reforms to Ease Trade Barriers
New Times
Countries along the Northern Corridor are considering stronger digital customs systems and cross-border information sharing to address persistent non-tariff barriers (NTBs) slowing… Read more »
South Africa: DTIC Dismantles Barriers to Inclusive Growth
SAnews.gov.za
The Chief Director of Transformation and Competition at the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), Takalani Tambani, says the department will continue to… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria, Türkiye Sign Mining Pact to Boost Investment, Technical Cooperation
Leadership
Nigeria and the Republic of Türkiye have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation in the solid minerals sector and expanding economic… Read more »
Kenya: I&m Group Reports 19 Percent Profit Growth to Sh5.0 Billion in Q1 2026
Capital FM
I&M Group has reported a 19% increase in Profit After Tax to KES 5.0 billion for the first quarter of 2026, up from Sh4.2 billion in the same period last year. Read more »
Namibia: Novaship Deal Cleared Under Job Protection Conditions
Namibian
Competition authorities have approved Murrelets Investments' acquisition of Novaship Namibia, but attached conditions aimed at shielding employees from possible negative impacts… Read more »
Zimbabwe: New Whatsapp Tool Targets Zim Informal Sector
263Chat
A local technology startup has launched an artificial intelligence-powered WhatsApp platform designed to help people quickly find local service providers in what its founders say… Read more »
Ghana: Beyond Experience - Preparing Workplace Talent for the Age of Artificial Intelligence [opinion]
Ghanaian Times
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Kenya: HF Group Consolidates Subsidiaries Under New HFCB Identity
Capital FM
HF Group Plc has announced a rebrand to HFCB, consolidating its parent company and subsidiaries under a single identity as the financial services and property group seeks to… Read more »
Uganda: Ecobank, Partners With Chint, Oppein Home Uganda to Expand Premier Banking Benefits
Nile Post
Ecobank Uganda has partnered with CHINT Uganda and OPPEIN Home Uganda to expand lifestyle and home living benefits for its Premier Banking customers. Read more »
Tanzania: Government Revokes Rogue Labour Agents
Daily News
THE government has revoked the licences of three labour recruitment agents accused of exploiting Tanzanian youths seeking jobs abroad, as authorities intensify efforts to protect… Read more »
Kenya: Family Bank Posts Sh1.6bn Q1 Profit On Strong Lending Growth
Capital FM
Family Bank posted a 52.6 percent rise in first-quarter net profit to Sh1.6 billion, supported by strong growth in interest income, customer deposits, and lending activity as the… Read more »
Kenya: Mitsumi Targets Kenya's Youth With $2m Ai Cloud Infrastructure Investment
Capital FM
Technology distributor Mitsumi is investing $2 million (Sh 258 million) in an artificial intelligence (AI) cloud platform aimed at expanding access to computing infrastructure for… Read more »
Malawi: Cotton Council Opens 2026 Marketing Season, Targets Growth in Production
Nyasa Times
The Cotton Council of Malawi on Monday officially opened this year's cotton marketing season, which is expected to run for 90 days up to 27 August 2026. Read more »
Malawi: FCB Launches K50 Million 'Chinthuchi Tatenga' Promo
Nyasa Times
First Capital Bank (FCB) has launched 'Chinthuchi Tatenga' promotion, a three-month digital banking campaign valued at K50 million aimed at encouraging customers to embrace digital… Read more »
Kenya: Equity, MSC Launch Fisheries Financing Drive Targeting Women, Youth
Capital FM
Equity Group Holdings and MicroSave Consulting have launched a new initiative aimed at improving access to financing, reducing post-harvest losses and enhancing productivity in… Read more »
Kenya: Cofek Moves to Court to Stop Ketraco CEO Recruitment Over 'Illegal' Job Requirements
Capital FM
A fresh legal battle has erupted over the recruitment of a new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer for Kenya Electricity Transmission Company, after the Consumer… Read more »
Namibia: MTC Pledges N$110 000 Towards ICT Summit
Namibian
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) has pledged N$110 000 towards hosting the ninth edition of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Summit. Read more »
Gambia: Hope for the Future Hosts Career Day Session for Young People
The Point
Hope for the Future on Saturday organised a Career Day Session aimed at equipping young people with knowledge, guidance, and inspiration as they explore career paths and… Read more »
