January 09
Nigeria: Nigeria in Trump World - the Dangers Ahead, By Jibrin Ibrahim [opinion]
Premium Times
It is the ancient Chinese curse that says, "may you live in interesting times" - meaning a conjuncture of danger, chaos and upheavals. This is where the world and indeed Nigeria,… Read more »
Nigeria: EFCC Arraigns Austrian National for Not Declaring $800,575, €651,505 At Lagos Airport
This Day
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday arraigned an Austrian national, Kavlak Onal, before the Federal High Court in Lagos over the alleged non-declaration… Read more »
Uganda: Bugolobi Residents Sue Sebutinde Over Multi-Storey Building, Cite Privacy Violations
Nile Post
Residents of Bugolobi have taken a dispute with International Criminal Court judge Justice Julia Sebutinde to the High Court, seeking orders to stop the construction of a… Read more »
Nigeria: Portugal Ambassador Hails Carnival Calabar
This Day
The Ambassador of Portugal to Nigeria, Paulo Martins Santos, has praised the quality and cultural depth of the Carnival Calabar, describing his first experience of the festival as… Read more »
January 08
Sudan: Push for Peace Steps Up Amid War in Sudan
Dabanga
Maj Gen. Kamal Ismail, head of the Sudanese Alliance Party, told Radio Dabanga yesterday that the Cessation of War Charter (Cairo Charter), signed in Egypt's capital of Cairo by 45… Read more »
Ghana: U.S. Detains Ghana's Corruption-Accused Ex-Finance Minister
Leadership
Ghana's former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, who is wanted at home on suspicion of corruption, has been detained by United States immigration authorities, according to his… Read more »
Africa: Aid With Strings Attached: How New Health Pact with U.S. Challenges Ethiopia's Autonomy [opinion]
Addis Standard
The adage that "there are no free lunches in geopolitics—only postponed bills" captures a core reality of international relations: engagements that appear cost-free in the… Read more »
Africa: African Union, China Agree to Explore Full Potential for Practical Cooperation
ENA
The African Union and China have agreed to explore the full potential for practical cooperation between China and the African Union, with a view to delivering tangible benefits to… Read more »
Rwanda: Trump Pulls Us Out of UN Court That Tried Genocide Perpetrators
New Times
The United States has withdrawn from the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT), the successor of a United Nations court that played a role in prosecuting… Read more »
Africa: AU Calls On All Parties to Respect Int'l Law in Venezuelan Crisis
Liberian Observer
The African Union (AU) has expressed grave concern over rapidly unfolding political and military developments in Venezuela, citing reports of the abduction of President… Read more »
Africa: China Commitment to Africa Unwavering, Says FM Wang Yi
ENA
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reaffirmed his country's unwavering commitment to Africa, emphasizing the continent's strategic importance in the foreign policy architecture… Read more »
East Africa: Somalia Says WFP Aid Remains Under UN Control Amid US Concerns
Shabelle
Somalia's federal government on Wednesday said food aid stored at a World Food Programme (WFP) warehouse remains under the custody of the UN agency, responding to concerns raised… Read more »
Ethiopia: Prime Minister Abiy Hosts Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi
ENA
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today welcomed China's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Wang Yi, at the National Palace as part of his official's two-day visit to Ethiopia. Read more »
Ethiopia: PM Abiy Underscores New Era of Ethiopia-China Ties With All-Weather Strategic Partnership
ENA
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has underscored the depth and resilience of Ethiopia-China relations, stating that the long-standing partnership between the two countries has entered a… Read more »
Africa: UN's 'Responsibility to Deliver' Will Not Waver, After US Announces Withdrawal From Dozens of International Organizations
UN News
Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed regret over the decision by the United States to withdraw from a number of UN entities, while underscoring that the system… Read more »
Sudan: 100+ Political and Civil Forces in Sudan Protest 'Biassed Statement' By African Union Chair
Dabanga
More than 100 democratic parties, organisations and civil leaders, have signed an official protest memorandum addressed to the leaders of the African Union, in which they expressed… Read more »
Africa: Economic Output Expected to Grow by Four Percent This Year
UN News
The global economy has shown resilience amid turbulence during the past year, including shifting trade policies - yet growth remains subdued and far below pre-pandemic levels, the… Read more »
Africa: Africa Squeezed Between Import Substitution and Dependency Syndrome
IPS
Squeezed between import substitution and dependency syndrome, a condition characterized by a set of associated economic symptoms--that is rules and regulations--majority of African… Read more »
Kenya: What the Venezuela Crisis Means for Kenya's Fuel Prices and Economy
Capital FM
Kenya could be among the indirect beneficiaries of the geopolitical upheaval unfolding in Venezuela following the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro by United States forces… Read more »
Sudan: Wali of Khartoum State Affirms State Support for National Institutions' Efforts to Develop Solar Energy Systems With Chinese Expertise
SNA
- The Wali of Khartoum State affirmed the state's support for initiatives led by national institutions to develop solar energy systems by establishing partnerships with the Chinese… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Youth Coaches to Join Atlético De Madrid Coaching Programme
New Times
Rwandan youth football coaches are set to benefit from world-class training after Spanish LaLiga giants Atlético de Madrid, in partnership with the Rwanda Development Board… Read more »
East Africa: Ethiopia, China Vow to Deepen Strategic Coordination On Bilateral and Multilateral Platforms
ENA
Ethiopia and China have agreed to further strengthen strategic coordination across bilateral, regional, and multilateral cooperation platforms, following high-level talks held… Read more »
West Africa: The Gambia Nominates Dr. Satang Nabaneh for AU Child Rights Committee
The Point
The Government of The Gambia has formally announced the candidature of renowned legal scholar and human rights advocate Dr. Satang Nabaneh for election as a member of the African… Read more »
Eritrea: Seminar to Nationals in Gothenburg On Objective Situation
Shabait
- Mr. Fesehatsion Petros, Eritrea's Ambassador to Italy and non-resident Ambassador to Sweden, conducted a seminar for nationals residing in Gothenburg, Sweden, focusing on the… Read more »
South Sudan: United States' Suspension and Review of Assistance in Response to South Sudanese Officials' Interference [press release]
U.S. Embassy Juba
On January 8, the U.S. government suspended U.S. foreign assistance in Ayod County, Jonglei State. Read more »
