January 06
Uganda: UCC Denies Plans to Shut Down Internet Ahead of Polls - Nyombi
Nile Post
The Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), Thembo Nyombi, has dismissed claims that the government is planning to shut down internet services during the… Read more »
Rwanda: Kayko Raises $1.2m to Expand SME Finance Access in Rwanda
Daba Finance
Rwandan fintech startup Kayko has raised $1.2 million in seed funding to expand its data-driven platform for small and medium-sized businesses. Read more »
Rwanda: Parliament Passes Road Traffic Bill Replacing 39-Year-Old Law
New Times
The lower chamber of Parliament, on January 5, passed a new road traffic bill aimed at improving road safety through enhanced use of technology and the introduction of a merit and… Read more »
Somalia: ITUC Voices Concern Over Israel's Recognition of Somaliland
Shabelle
The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC), representing more than 200 million workers worldwide, expressed strong concern over Israel's announcement recognizing… Read more »
East Africa: Diageo Agrees to Sell East African Breweries Stake to Asahi
Daba Finance
Diageo has agreed to sell its entire 65% stake in East African Breweries plc to Japan's Asahi Group Holdings, marking a major ownership shift in one of Africa's largest beverage… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians Favour Open Trade, Call for Greater African Voice in International Decision-Making Bodies
Afrobarometer
Majorities welcome the economic and political influence of China, the United States, ECOWAS, and the AU. Read more »
Nigeria: First Bank Unveils Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026, Stresses Resilience As Winning Factor for Businesses
Premium Times
The forum, which held in Lagos on Tuesday, assembled prominent economists, subject-matter experts, business leaders and finance professionals for conversations on the outlook of… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Orders Interim Forfeiture of N30.7m Recovered From BDC Operator Linked to FIRS Official
Premium Times
EFCC discovered the money during a probe that primarily targeted top NNPC officials but expanded to reveal an FIRS official's huge transfers to a BDC. Read more »
Kenya: Manuva Njaanuary Na Odibets - Odibets Rolls Out January Blues Promo
Capital FM
Kenyan betting firm Odibets has rolled out an exciting January promotion dubbed "Manuva Njaanuary na Odibets", offering customers a daily opportunity to win Sh1,000 in cash… Read more »
Ghana: Why Ghana's Digital Future Must Reach Every Region
Ghanaian Times
As Ghana welcomes 2026, I extend warm New Year greetings to all Ghanaians with hope and determination. We stand at a defining moment. Read more »
Ghana: Deloitte Ghana Optimistic About Business Environment.
Ghanaian Times
THE Country Managing Partner of Deloitte Ghana, Daniel Kwadwo Owusu, has expressed strong optimism about Ghana's business environment in 2026, citing improved macroeconomic… Read more »
Ghana: Passengers Stranded in Accra ...No Buses to Convey Travellers As Work, School Resume
Ghanaian Times
Hundreds of passengers stranded at major terminals in Accra as work and school resume. Acute intercity bus shortage causes frustration, long queues, and missed reporting fears amid… Read more »
Ghana: Be Focused, United in Pursue of Institutional Renewal ...Dr Charity Binka Urges NTC Staff
Ghanaian Times
Dr. Charity Binka urges New Times Corporation staff to stay focused, united, and disciplined in pursuing institutional renewal. She emphasizes professionalism, resilience, and… Read more »
Ghana: BoG Targets Fx Stability With $1bn Market Intervention
Ghanaian Times
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced plans to sell up to US$1 billion to the market and businesses in January 2026 as part of its Foreign Exchange Intermediation Programme. Read more »
Nigeria: Replacement of FIRS With Nrs Will Overhaul Revenue Administration - Zacch Adedeji
Vanguard
Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) says its replacement with the defunct Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) will overhaul the architecture of the country's revenue administration. Read more »
Uganda: Agaba Muzoora Highlights Voter Apathy, Unemployment, and Electoral Reforms Ahead of January 15th Polls
Nile Post
Independent Kampala Central Member of Parliament (MP) candidate Agaba Muzoora has called for intensified voter education, economic empowerment, and improved electoral processes,… Read more »
Nigeria: NRS Chairperson Says Tax Evaders, Unpatriotic Persons Behind Criticisms of Tax Reforms [press release]
Premium Times
Mr Adedeji called on all concerned to take time to study the provisions of the new tax laws and understand how they apply to their individual circumstances, rather than rely on… Read more »
South Africa: Future of Srd Grant Uncertain, Says Treasury
GroundUp
Universal Basic Income Coalition says government's proposals to link the grant to employment-related conditions could exclude eligible beneficiaries Read more »
Nigeria: Adelabu - Alleged Missing N128bn Predated My Appointment As Minister
This Day
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has issued a clarification regarding recent calls by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) for a probe into the… Read more »
Nigeria: How CBN Tackled Year-End Cash Scarcity With Reforms, Regulation
This Day
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is reinforcing operational discipline ensuring that the financial system serves all Nigerians reliably by making cash available at all times. Read more »
Nigeria: Petralon Energy Appoints Equere Executive Director
This Day
Petralon Energy, an indigenous oil exploration and production company, has announced the appointment of Uduak Equere as Executive Director. Read more »
Nigeria: 2026 - Aiyedatiwa Promises Improved Workers' Welfare
Leadership
Ondo State governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has admonished public servants and political office holders to place the broader interest of the state above all else, roll up their… Read more »
Nigeria: Osun Local Govt Workers Resume Work After 11 Months of Strike
Leadership
Local government workers across the 30 local government areas and the Ife East Area office in Osun State resumed their duties yesterday, 11 months after commencing strike action. Read more »
Nigeria: Akwa Ibom Oil Communities Deny Opposing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway
Leadership
Akwa Ibom oil communities of Eket and Esit Eket local government areas under Ekid ethnic nationality have denied alleged opposition to development projects in their communities… Read more »
Nigeria: Cross River State Police Command Announces New Public Relations Officer
Leadership
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has approved the appointment of ASP Sunday Eitokpah Akata as the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO)… Read more »
