October 16
Uganda: Uganda Says On Right Truck On Implementing Northern Corridor Projects
Nile Post
Northern Corridor partner states have been told Uganda is on the right track in implementing several projects. Read more »
Tanzania: Address Rights Ahead of Local Elections
HRW
The Tanzanian government should take urgent steps to reverse the deteriorating human rights situation in the country ahead of forthcoming local elections in mainland Tanzania on… Read more »
East Africa: Comesa Probes Coca-Cola for Potential Anti-Competitive Practices
Business Day Africa
The COMESA Competition Commission (CCC) has launched an investigation into potential anti-competitive practices by The Coca-Cola Company in the Common Market. Read more »
Sudan: Darfur Residents 'Flee Homes in Panic' As Saf Bombs Major Cities
Dabanga
On Monday, Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) warplane bombed several locations in El Geneina, the capital of West Darfur, including the city's airport and surrounding neighbourhoods. In… Read more »
Uganda: Mother Suffocates Two-Month-Old After Night of Drinking
Nile Post
The mother, Maria Nabusoba, 27, had allegedly spent the day drinking in Kaminyasi Village before returning home around 2am on the night of October 15. Read more »
Uganda: Cheptegei Rallies Support for Elgon Half Marathon
Nile Post
As an Olympic gold medalist, Cheptegei's initiative aims to promote athletics in Uganda while supporting important social and environmental causes. Read more »
October 15
Rwanda: EU Needs to Demand Proof Rwanda Will End Torture in Prisons
HRW
"Yordani, as in the Jordan river. That's where they put prisoners and beat them," a former prisoner in Rwanda told Human Rights Watch. In the New Testament, John the Baptist was… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania's Regulator Bans Media Outlets As Journalists Harassed
CPJ
Instead of providing the latest news updates, the homepages of three leading Tanzanian newspapers are focused on their own suspension over a video seen as critical of the… Read more »
Africa: AU Urges Dialogue, 'Rejects Military Solutions' in Sudan
Dabanga
The African Union's Peace and Security Council* (PSC) has called on the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces to immediately lift the siege on North Darfur's capital of El Fasher,… Read more »
Rwanda: Marburg Outbreak Response - Rwanda's Key Lessons in Tackling Public Health Crises
New Times
Rwanda has emerged as one of the models of effective management of public health crises. Through its national pandemic prevention strategy - applied during Covid-19, Mpox, and… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Violence Continues in Khartoum, Sennar, North Darfur
Dabanga
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) is continuing its offensive against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Khartoum. Airstrikes on Abu Hajar in Sennar killed several people. RSF… Read more »
Africa: African Youth Encouraged to Champion Food Sovereignty
Ethiopian Herald
The Ministry of Planning and Development (MoPD) emphasized the need for African youth to work collaboratively in driving food sovereignty and promoting agro-ecological advancement… Read more »
East Africa: Enhancing Ethiopia's Coffee and Tea Sector -A Strategic Approach to Growth
Ethiopian Herald
The Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority (ECTA) is making significant strides in improving the production, quality, and export of the country's renowned coffee, tea, and spice… Read more »
Kenya: Uganda, Kenya Strengthen Ties On Petroleum Importation
Nile Post
This meeting follows the successful start of direct petroleum products imports by Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) through Kenya's ports in Mombasa. Read more »
Uganda: Mao to Meet President Museveni Over Electoral Reforms Amidst Controversy
Nile Post
Mao, while appearing before the Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee, chaired by MP Baka Mugabi, expressed confidence that the discussion with the President would facilitate a… Read more »
Uganda: Inadequate Learning Materials Frustrating New Curriculum At Public Schools, Say Teachers
Nile Post
Mary Gorrety Amuge, a Biology teacher and deputy headteacher at Lira Town College, highlighted the difficulties in understanding and implementing the curriculum, particularly with… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Asks UPDF to Focus On Agriculture, Professionalism
Nile Post
Turning his focus to agriculture, President Museveni called on the officers and local farmers to prioritize large-scale farming with irrigation, stressing crop diversification as… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia Implements Total Ban On Plastic Bag Imports to Combat Environmental Threats
Radio Dalsan
In a decisive move to address environmental concerns, the Federal Government of Somalia has issued a complete ban on the importation of plastic bags through its ports. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Nduhungirehe Lays Out Three Steps to End DR Congo Security Crisis
New Times
Rwanda's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has laid out three steps that could put an end to the security crisis in neighbouring DR Congo. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Minister Stresses Need to Invest in Education, Technology to Empower Rural Women
ENA
Investing in education, technology and development of inclusive systems is critical for empowering rural women, Minister of Women and Social Affairs Ergogie Tesfaye said. Read more »
Ethiopia: President Taye Holds Discussions With Her Royal Highness, the Duchess of Edinburgh
ENA
President Taye Atske-Selassie received and held discussions with Her Royal Highness Sophie Helen Rhys-Jones, the Duchess of Edinburgh, today. Read more »
Ethiopia: Former Ethiopian PM Calls for Strategic Dialogue Among Africans to Negotiate Common Positions On Global Stages
ENA
The former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Dessalegn stressed the importance of strategic dialogues to align policies and negotiate common positions that can enhance Africa's… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania Hints On Leading Africa in Mining Industry
Daily News
Tanzania is gearing up to become a leading player in Africa's strategic mineral industry, as global demand for these critical resources is expected to massively increase by 2050. Read more »
Ethiopia: Woldia City Endures Night of Heavy Gunfire, Mortar Attacks Last Sunday - Residents Still Face Restricted Movement
Addis Standard
Following a brief but intense battle involving heavy weaponry in the vicinity of Woldia on Sunday evening, the city has experienced restricted movement and escalating tensions. Read more »
Africa: Ethiopia's Deputy PM Stresses Need for Africa to Engage Globally On Its Own Terms
ENA
Africa must engage with the world on its own terms, ensuring that its interests are represented and respected on the global stage, said Ethiopia's Deputy Prime Minister Temasgen… Read more »
