December 17
Nigeria: Over 30,000 Children in Kaduna Treated for Malnutrition in 2025 - Official
Premium Times
The Kaduna State official said Nigeria recorded a worsening malnutrition trend between 2018 and 2023, with stunting rising from 37 to 40 per cent. Read more »
Kenya: Seize the Moment, Kenyatta Urges Young Africans At IGAD Conference
Capital FM
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has called on young Africans to seize leadership opportunities now, warning that those who wait for the future to hand them power risk missing their… Read more »
Kenya: Aussom Head Urges Regional Unity to Combat Terrorism, Counter Youth Radicalization
Capital FM
The Head of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), Ambassador El Hadji Ibrahima Diene, has called for strengthened regional collaboration to counter violent extremism and… Read more »
Kenya: Pungulu Pa Productions Successfully Host Inaugural Children's Festival
Capital FM
Pungulu Pa Productions successfully held the first edition of Pungulu PArty! Children's Festival (7th December 2025) at the Parade Ring, Ngong Race Course. Inspired by the beloved… Read more »
December 16
South Africa: Cape Town Sewage Dispute at Appeals Panel - South African News Briefs - December 16, 2025
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Nigeria: Anambra Stakeholders Unite Against Domestic Servitude, Child Marriage
Premium Times
Teresa Anyabuike, a Catholic reverend sister, defined domestic servitude as the exploitation of children in households for domestic work, which usually involves long hours, little… Read more »
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Africa: Keeping Kids Out of Cobalt Mines - African Development Bank Skills and School Program Provides Alternative to Child Labour for Mineral-Powered Popular Holiday Gifts
African Development Bank (AfDB)
During this end-of-year holiday season, top of the presents wish list for many are cell phones, computers, tablets, portable power tools, wearable tech, or a myriad of other… Read more »
Malawi: Youth Advocate Charles Kajoloweka Rejects Teveta Board Appointment, Citing Principles and Integrity
Nyasa Times
Youth rights and governance advocate Charles Kajoloweka has once again made a bold statement on ethical leadership, turning down a high-profile government board appointment.… Read more »
South Africa: Hotspot Libraries Are a Safe Haven for Children
Daily Maverick
In 2016, a community leader saw a gap for educational spaces. Nearly a decade later, libraries across Cape Town offer kids a safe place to learn. Read more »
Namibia: The Numbers Matter, and So Does the Quality
Namibian
The youth make up more than 60% of Africa's population, and Namibia is no exception. Read more »
Uganda: Mityana Deputy RDC Warns Youth Against Violence Ahead of Museveni Visit
Nile Post
The Deputy Resident District Commissioner for Mityana District, Prossy Mwanjuzi, has cautioned residents to uphold peace, discipline and public order as the district prepares to… Read more »
Uganda: Nnaabagereka Urges Schools to Integrate Ekisaakaate Values Into Education
Nile Post
The Ekisaakaate (Royal Enclosure) initiative spearheaded by the Nnaabagereka Sylvia Nagginda, continues to expand with the aim of reaching every child in Buganda and equipping them… Read more »
Gambia: Gambian Youth Must Involve As Voters, Leaders Non-Violently in Upcoming Elections - Jarjue
The Point
Executive Director of National Youth Council (NYC), Alagie Jarjue, has challenged Gambian youth to involve as voters, leaders, policy influencers and agents of development,… Read more »
December 15
Nigeria: Eight Suspected Child Traffickers Arraigned in Minna Over Alleged Kidnapping of Nine Children
Vanguard
Minna - Eight suspected child traffickers have been arraigned before a Minna Chief Magistrate Court One following their arrest in Nasarawa State by operatives of the Niger State… Read more »
Uganda: Katikkiro Calls for Calm Politics, Youth Responsibility and Respect for Human Rights
Nile Post
The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged Ugandans to embrace peaceful political engagement, responsible youth participation and strict respect for human rights as… Read more »
Namibia: MVA Fund Pays Tribute to Paramedic Brian Low, Who Died Saving Drowning Children
Namibian
The Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund has paid tribute to Brian Low, the paramedic and emergency responder at Lifelink Henties Bay, who died while saving two children on Thursday. Read more »
Namibia: Youthful Namibians Shine At Nkosi Cup
Namibian
A youthful Namibian women's indoor hockey team made a strong start to the Nkosi Cup tournament in Cape Town by winning their opening two matches over the weekend. Read more »
Liberia: Gbowee Promises U.S.$40k to Dillon's Rehab Center If...
Liberian Observer
In a passionate and moving statement, Nobel Peace Laureate, Madam Leymah Gbowee, has promised additional US$40,000 to the Center for Rehabilitation and Reintegration (CFRR), if her… Read more »
Uganda: Simplifi Networks Partners With Purple Skills Klinic to Empower Uganda's Youth Through Entrepreneurship Masterclass
Nile Post
Simplifi Networks has partnered with Purple Skills Klinic to deliver an interactive Entrepreneurship Masterclass. Read more »
South Africa: How International Law Traps SA Women and Their Children in Nightmare Scenarios
Daily Maverick
Every year, some South African women living overseas become trapped in a cycle of violence: unable to leave abusive partners and return home with their children due to the… Read more »
Uganda: Retired Bishop Luzinda Condemns Rising Violence ,Abuse of Children's Rights
Nile Post
Retired Bishop Eria Paul Luzinda Kizito has strongly condemned the growing wave of violence and abuse of children's rights in Uganda, warning that the country is drifting toward… Read more »
Uganda: Mufti Mubaje Urges Muslim Youth to Uphold Morals ,Reject Political Manipulation
Nile Post
Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda, has urged Muslim youth to uphold moral integrity and avoid being used by self-seeking politicians as the country heads toward… Read more »
December 14
Congo-Kinshasa: Statement By Unicef On Children Displaced By Escalating Violence in Eastern DRC
Unicef
"UNICEF is deeply alarmed by the rapid escalation of hostilities in South Kivu, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), which has forced hundreds of thousands of children… Read more »
Namibia: HR Must Champion Youth Potential
Namibian
Every year, thousands of young Namibians graduate full of hope, yet many end up in long queues of unemployment. Read more »
December 13
Kenya: The Pilgrimage of Hope and Solidarity of the Missionary Children of the Diocese of Kakamega
Agenzia Fides
Clothing, food, prayer materials, financial aid, and smiles. These are the gifts that some 30 children belonging to the Pontifical Society of Missionary Childhood of the Diocese of… Read more »
December 12
Cape Verde: Mixed Reviews - Cabo Verdeans Divided Over Government Performance On Child Welfare
Afrobarometer
Most citizens say resources are available in their community to help children who are abused, have a disability, or have mental or emotional problems. Read more »
