September 18
Kenya: Cabinet Endorses UPI Protocol to Rid Public Service of Ghost Workers
Capital FM
The Cabinet has approved the implementation of a Unified Personnel Identification (UPI) system to eradicate "ghost workers" and payroll fraud across all levels of government,… Read more »
Egypt: Industry and Transport Min Discusses Cooperation With South Korea
Egypt Online
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel el Wazir held talks with South Korean Ambassador to Egypt Kim Yong-Hyun on means to boost cooperation in the… Read more »
South Africa: Meet SA's New Petroleum Company
SAnews.gov.za
A policy statement by President Cyril Ramaphosa has today resulted in the formation of a new state-owned petroleum company, the South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC). Read more »
South Africa: Deputy Minister Morolong Calls On Media to Adapt to Digital Era to Survive
SAnews.gov.za
The Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, has emphasised the media's necessity for long-term self-sustainability strategies as many traditional publications struggle… Read more »
South Africa: Digital Platforms Crucial to Keeping Citizens Connected
SAnews.gov.za
Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, has emphasised the significance of digital platforms like Meta in connecting citizens and empowering them through educational… Read more »
Nigeria: Leading Sustainable Lending in Nigeria, Boosting Growth for Msmes [press release]
Premium Times
In the first half of 2024, FCMB disbursed N180 billion in loans to over 800,000 MSMEs across various industries. This financial support has helped businesses improve operations,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Working Towards the Revival of Manufacturing Industry Sector [opinion]
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia has been focusing on developing its industrial sector despite facing challenges. The government has primarily focused on agriculture, tourism, and ICT with the aim of… Read more »
Nigeria: Rights Issue - NB Set to Eliminate Forex Expenses, Reduce Bank Borrowings
Vanguard
The Nigerian Breweries, NB Plc, has explained that it plans to eliminate the Foreign Exchange (forex) related expenses and reduce bank borrowings with the proceeds from its ongoing… Read more »
Nigeria: Ajaero, DSS and Fuel Price Hike [opinion]
Vanguard
The Time the Department of State Services Released Nigeria Labour Congress President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, On the Evening of September 9, He Had Become Contrite, Remorseful and… Read more »
Liberia: Montserrado County District 1 Representative Breaks Ground for New Market in Borlah
Liberian Investigator
Montserrado County Electoral District 1 Representative, Rugie Yatu Barry, has officially broken ground for the construction of a mini market structure for local marketers in… Read more »
Liberia: Correcting the Misleading Computation of Inflation in Liberia [opinion]
FrontPageAfrica
The accurate measurement of inflation is a critical economic indicator for any country, informing policy decisions, investment strategies, and public understanding of economic… Read more »
South Africa: Wi-Fi Initiative Transforms Learning in Alexandra
Daily Maverick
At the launch of a new WiFi project in Alexandra, students like Othabetswe Ranwashe shared how internet access has boosted their learning and skills. Spearheaded by Project Isizwe… Read more »
Uganda: Deliberate Govt Initiatives Behind Uganda's Thriving Tourism
Observer
For the past 30 years, there has been a steady increase in the contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Uganda by the tourism sector. Read more »
Africa: JP Morgan CEO to Visit Africa in Expansion Push
New Times
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon pi's expected to visit Africa in mid-October in a push by the biggest US lender to expand on the continent, four sources familiar with the matter… Read more »
Nigeria: Makinde Flags-Off N41bn Ibadan Airport Upgrade
Vanguard
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, yesterday, flagged off the upgrade of the Ibadan airport, renamed Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport to international standards, saying it will… Read more »
Nigeria: Geregu, FBN Holdings, Others Drive Ngx Up By N314bn
Vanguard
The equity market, on Wednesday, sustained its bullish momentum by adding N314 billion in profit to the portfolios of investors. Read more »
Nigeria: Only 7 States Implement Contributory Pension As Assets Hit 20.79 Trn - - Pencom
Vanguard
The National Pension Commission, PenCom, yesterday said the total pension asset has risen to N20.79 trillion, even as it disclosed that only seven states and the Federal Capital… Read more »
Nigeria: Konga Health Appoints Resellers for L'oreal Beauty Products
This Day
The opportunity offers structured Nigerian retailers, wholesalers, healthcare professionals, and structured online sellers a chance to join the growing network of resellers for… Read more »
Kenya: Ai Enhances Maternal Health Care in Kenya, Experts Say
VOA
University students are developing technology that incorporates artificial intelligence to help reduce the maternal mortality rate in Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Mama Haki Foundation Powers Coast Empowerment Summit in Mombasa
Capital FM
In a bold move set to impact women in Mombasa County, the Mama Haki Foundation has embarked on the second phase of the Stawisha Empowerment Program, targeting over 10,000 Youth and… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Mandates Pre-Departure Clearance From Labour Ministry for Kenyans Seeking Jobs Abroad
Capital FM
Nairobi, Kenya, Sept 18 -- Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has announced a new policy requiring Kenyans seeking employment abroad to obtain a letter… Read more »
South Africa: Corrupt Traffic Officers Arrested in Mpumalanga
SAnews.gov.za
Law enforcement agencies have arrested a further 13 traffic officers in different towns in Mpumalanga in a clean-up anti-corruption operation aimed at restoring discipline and… Read more »
Tanzania: '4Rs Not Excuse for Indiscipline'
Daily News
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has warned against the misuse of the 4Rs philosophy, emphasising that it was crafted to unite the nation and not as a justification for indiscipline. Read more »
Nigeria: Trapped in Digital Dark - How Nigeria's Financial System Fails Persons With Disabilities
Vanguard
As Nigeria rapidly embraces digital transformation and financial inclusion, a significant portion of its population, Persons with Disabilities, PWDs, remains left behind. Read more »
Zimbabwe: ZCTU Confers Medals of Honour to Police Brutality Victims
New Zimbabwe
THE Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) conferred medals of honour to victims who suffered the wrath of police brutality during a worker's demonstration 18 years ago. Read more »