July 26
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Appoints Justice Maya As Next Chief Justice
SAnews.gov.za
In a significant milestone for the country, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed current Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya, as Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa with… Read more »
South Africa: Childhood Vaccine Coverage in South Africa Declined in 2023 - WHO Report
spotlight
New data from the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF show that globally childhood immunisation coverage stalled in 2023, while in South Africa it decreased. Elri Voigt… Read more »
Liberia: A Radical Agenda for Re-Imagining Liberia National Oration177th Independence Day Celebration, Republic of Liberia July 26, 2024 [document]
FrontPageAfrica
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Uganda: You Will Not Be Spared - Nabbanja Warns Manufacturers Encroaching On Wetlands
Nile Post
The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has warned manufacturers against encroaching on wetlands or government will deal with them with iron hand. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Replaces Ssali With Kakooza
Nile Post
Ms Ssali was on July 18 charged with money laundering, causing the government financial loss and abuse of office when she conspired with MPs to steal money meant for war loss… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Denies Bid to Hold Boniface Mwangi, Four Others Without Bail
Capital FM
The High Court has admitted activist Boniface Mwangi and four associates to Sh20,000 cash bail each to declining DCI's bid to hold them for twenty-one days. Read more »
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Africa: New Africa Sustainable Development Report Shows Critical Importance of Scaled-Up Development Financing
African Development Bank (AfDB)
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), and the African Development Bank (AfDB), presented today the 2024 Africa… Read more »
South Sudan: Is Proceeding With Elections in South Sudan the Lesser of Many Evils? [analysis]
ISS
Even if it had another decade, the country is unlikely to be ready for elections in a manner that would satisfy most stakeholders. Read more »
Uganda: It's High Time You Stopped Taking Youth for Granted, Ssenyonyi Tells Museveni
Nile Post
Leader of the Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi has responded to President Museveni's letter on demonstrations of the youth against corruption named match to parliament. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's Total Debt Soars to U.S.$20,5 Billion As Govt Resorts to Local Borrowing
New Zimbabwe
ZIMBABWE's total debt has soared to US$20, 5 billion with the government resorting to local borrowing in a development likely to see the debt situation worsening. Read more »
Nigeria: Why We Support Upcoming Protest Against Tinubu Government - Afenifere Faction's Spokesperson
Premium Times
The Afenifere faction says the planned protest is an organic reaction to the government's failed economic policies. Read more »
Algeria: September 7 Presidential Election - Three Candidates in Preliminary List
Algerie Presse Service
Out of sixteen aspiring candidates, only three have fulfilled the conditions set by the organic law related to the electoral system for the upcoming September 7 Presidential… Read more »
Nigeria: Dialogue Should Be Prioritised Over Street Protests'
Premium Times
Aremu proposes dialogue as an alternative to “leaderless protests”, adding that “protests without clear-cut agenda are destroying countries like Sudan and Kenya,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Expresses Dismay Over 'Unwanted and Irresponsible' Statements By Somalia Senior Officials
Addis Standard
Part of the weapons seized local militia in Somalia Read more »
South Africa: The Right to Protest Is Being Blocked By Administrative Barriers
GroundUp
Municipal officials often misinterpret the law Read more »
South Africa: Makhado Municipality Finally Complies With Court Order to Appoint Top Official
GroundUp
Unions welcome appointment of Godfrey Raliphada to Chief Financial Officer Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Economy On Path of Recovery, I'm Not Afraid of Protests - Tinubu [press release]
Premium Times
President Tinubu said his administration will do more to meet the needs of Nigerians. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Urges New Police Chiefs to Uphold Professionalism and Integrity, Pledges Modernization of the Service
Capital FM
President William Ruto has called on the newly appointed police chiefs to prioritize professionalism and integrity in their duties to enhance public service. Read more »
Kenya: Rousing Welcome for President Ruto in Mombasa After Naming Joho to Cabinet
Capital FM
President William Ruto received a warm reception in Mombasa on Thursday, a day after nominating former Mombasa Governor Hassan Joho to his Cabinet. Read more »
Nigeria: Why the Federal Ministry of Livestock Must Be Stillborn [opinion]
Premium Times
While the seriousness and urgency of tackling livestock-related problems in the country are unquestionable, the solution is NOT in creating a federal ministry. Read more »
Nigeria: Jigawa Announces Date for Local Government Elections
Premium Times
JISIEC announced 5 October as the date for elections in the 27 local government elections. Read more »
July 25
Congo-Kinshasa: Ceasefire for Humanitarian Aid A Small Step Forward - What Must Happen Next for Peace [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The United States has negotiated a truce so humanitarian assistance can be given to more than seven million people, including children, caught in the grip of the conflict in the… Read more »
Namibia: Govt Appeals Against Judgment Saying Gay Sex Law is Unconstitutional
Namibian
A landmark High Court judgement in which the common law crimes of sodomy and "unnatural sexual offences" were declared unconstitutional a month ago is set to be challenged in… Read more »
Kenya: Finance Bill 2024 Dead, Buried After Public Outcry That Led to Protests
Capital FM
The contentious Finance Bill 2024 has been effectively nullified after Members of Parliament agreed with President William Ruto's reservations, which called for the deletion of all… Read more »
Nigeria: State Services Says It's Identified Sponsors of August 1 Protest, Warns Against Action
Vanguard
The Department of State Services on Thursday warned against the planned nationwide protest against hardship in the country. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Sports Minister Blasted Over 7 Athletes, 67 Govt Officials at Olympics Story
263Chat
Former Cabinet Minister Professor Jonathan Moyo has voiced strong criticism of Sports, Recreation, Arts, and Culture Minister Kirsty Coventry over her silence on reports that… Read more »