November 14
Somalia: International Partners Commend Somaliland Electoral Commission, Urge Candidates to Accept Results
Addis Standard
International partners observing Somaliland's presidential election commended the National Electoral Commission (NEC) "for conducting a transparent voter registration and candidate… Read more »
Seychelles: Seychelles Starts Review of National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan
Seychelles News Agency
Seychelles has officially begun its review of the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) and targets regarding biodiversity through a first stakeholder meeting on… Read more »
Seychelles: Seychelles Introduces Micro-Credentials in National Qualifications Framework
Seychelles News Agency
Seychelles has revised its national qualifications framework to enhance education and training standards in the country aiming to create more flexible and inclusive pathways for… Read more »
Kenya: Senate Committee Demands Forensic Audit On Kicotec's Sh168mn Expenditure
Capital FM
Senators has called for a forensic audit of the bank statements detailing the expenditure of Sh168 million by the Kitui County Textile Centre (KICOTEC) for the 2019/2020 financial… Read more »
Uganda: Foundation Bodies On the Spot Over Illegal Fees in Upe Schools
Observer
The government prohibited the imposition of school fees in Universal Primary Education (UPE) schools, and enforcement of fees payment, such as expelling learners for non-payment,… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan - UN Acts On Abusive Commanders [press release]
HRW
Security Council's First Sanctions on Sudan's Rapid Support Forces Read more »
Somalia: Peaceful Elections in Somaliland Await Final Count
Agenzia Fides
The counting of votes is underway for the presidential elections held yesterday, November 13, 2024, in Somaliland. A significant event for this region that declared itself… Read more »
Uganda: Nudipu Urges Inclusive Food Security for Persons With Disabilities
Nile Post
The National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU) celebrated its 37th anniversary with a powerful call for urgent reforms to address food insecurity among persons with… Read more »
Africa: Equity Group and Deg Launch German Desk to Boost Trade and Investment in East Africa
Nile Post
Equity Group Holdings Plc and DEG - Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH, the German Development Finance Institution, have announced the launch of the German… Read more »
Uganda: Journalists Trained to Combat Mpox Misinformation
Nile Post
Journalists from South-western region have received critical training on Mpox disease reporting, aiming to empower the media to effectively inform the public, combat… Read more »
Kenya: Excitement Galore As ARC Guru Nanak Equator Rally Heads to Stoni Athi, Kasarani
Capital FM
Guru Nanak Rally is Kenya National Rally Championship's jewel in the crown and one of the longest running events in the calendar. Read more »
East Africa: Comesa Okays Amsons Group's Acquisition Bid for Bamburi Cement
Capital FM
The COMESA Competition Commission has approved Amsons Group's bid to acquire Bamburi Cement, confirming that the transaction poses no risk to competition in the regional market. Read more »
Kenya: Mountain Runner Kisang' Ready to Conquer Longonot in Bid for First-Ever Win On Home Soil
Capital FM
Kenyan mountain runner Philaries Kisang' is angling for her first-ever win on home soil when she competes at Saturday's Mt Longonot Trail Challenge in Naivasha. Read more »
Somalia: Somali Foreign Minister Engages in Strategic Talks With Malaysian Ambassador
Shabelle
In a significant step towards fostering international relations, Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi convened with Ambassador Ruzaimi Bin Mohamad of Malaysia, who represents… Read more »
Somalia: International Partners Hail Somaliland's Democratic Progress, Urge Peaceful Acceptance of Election Results
Radio Dalsan
International partners have thrown their support behind Somaliland's ongoing presidential election, commending the breakaway region for its commitment to democratic principles.… Read more »
Chad: Limiting the Impact of the War in Sudan On Ouaddaï
Crisis Group
Since April 2023, eastern Chad has received more than 930,000 people fleeing the war in neighbouring Sudan, creating an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. The Chadian government… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria, Uganda Close in On Afcon 2025 Tickets, Ghana Face Elimination
Leadership
Nigeria's Super Eagles and their Ugandan counterparts are on the brink of securing their places in the finals as matchday-5 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers… Read more »
Africa: COP29 - Amb Gatete Lists Five Critical Policy Priorities Toward a Climate-Resilient Africa
New Times
African economies lose up to 5% of GDP, on average, annually because of climate-related disruptions and, while they require adequate, predictable and accessible finance, the… Read more »
Rwanda: Land Authority Suggests Fund to Cushion Good-Faith Plot Buyers Against Disputes
New Times
The National Land Authority (NLA) has said there is a need for a mechanism such as a guarantee fund to protect good-faith plot purchasers in case their rights are negatively… Read more »
Sudan: Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan Welcomes the Decision to Keep Adre Border Crossing Point Open for Aid Supplies for Another Three Months
OCHA
The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Ms. Clementine Nkweta-Salami, welcomed the decision, on 13 November, by the Sudanese authorities to continue… Read more »
Sudan: What's Unsaid | What Will Stop the Fighting in Sudan?
The New Humanitarian
'The internationalisation of the conflict is such that Sudanese actors are not necessarily in full control.' Read more »
Uganda: Govt Pledges More Scholarships for Children With Disabilities
Nile Post
The world has dedicated most of November to celebrating PWDs to which the government has pledged more commitment to support Read more »
Mauritius: Mrs Lilaotee Greedharry Joins the League of Centenarians
Government of Mauritius
Mrs Lilaotee Greedharry also known as "Jasso Didi" born on 09 November 1924, joined the league of centenarians as she celebrated her 100th birthday with family members, last… Read more »
Kenya: Notirious KCSE Scammer Arrested in Nakuru As Knec Moves to Curb Cheating
Capital FM
Police have arrested another notorious fraudster involved in the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination malpractices in the Kiamunyi area of Nakuru. Read more »
Kenya: 3.6 Million Children Immunized Against Polio - PS Muthoni
Capital FM
The Ministry of Health says a total of 3.6 million children have been vaccinated of the second polio dose translating to 86 per cent of the expected target amid safety concerns by… Read more »
