April 29
Mozambique: Government Determined to Transform Civil Aviation Into a Strategic Sector
AIM
Addis Ababa, 29 Apr (AIM) - Mozambican President Daniel Chapo says that his government is determined to transform civil aviation into a strategic sector to support the… Read more »
Mozambique: Mozambique LNG to Disburse Over 145 Million Meticais for Flood Victims
AIM
The Mozambique LNG project, in the northern province of Cabo Delgado, which is being developed by a consortium led by the French oil and gas company TotalEnergies, has pledged to… Read more »
Kenya: Joy As Farasi Lane Learners Receive Long-Awaited School Bus From First Lady Rachel
Capital FM
First Lady Rachel Ruto has reaffirmed her commitment to advancing education and supporting children's welfare, saying partnerships remain critical in addressing challenges facing… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Seeks UN Security Council Seat With 'Friend to All' Foreign Policy
263Chat
Zimbabwe says its foreign policy under the Second Republic is guided by constitutional principles and a commitment to stronger international cooperation as it campaigns for a seat… Read more »
Gambia: Labour Leaders Warn On Wages and Conditions Ahead of May Day
Foroyaa
Labour leaders in The Gambia have called for urgent action to improve wages and working conditions, warning that many workers are struggling to cope with rising living costs and… Read more »
Gambia: Goat Scheme Offers 'Resilient Package' for Gambian Farmers, Officials Say
Foroyaa
A livestock distribution programme in the Central River Region has been hailed by officials as a step towards strengthening food security and rural livelihoods, as partners under… Read more »
Gambia: Gambians Express Frustration Over Months-Long Wait for National ID Cards
Foroyaa
Many Gambians have informed Foroyaa that they have been waiting to get the national identity cards that they applied for last year. Others applied for their cards early this year… Read more »
South Africa: Deportation of Over 600,000 Illegal Immigrants Shows Home Affairs At Full Steam Under Min Schreiber [press release]
DA
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is proud of the progress made by the Department of Home Affairs, under DA Minister Leon Schreiber, in strengthening border security, modernising ports… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Inflation Rises to 5.6% in April On Fuel, Transport Costs
Capital FM
Kenya's annual inflation rose to 5.6 percent in April, up from 4.4 percent in March, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Probes Adamawa Attacks, Orders Relief for Displaced Residents
Daily Trust
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday resolved to investigate renewed attacks in Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State and directed the provision of immediate relief for… Read more »
South Africa: Eastern Cape Premier Apologises to Angry Taxi Operators
GroundUp
Province failed to pay for scholar transport Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania Intensifies Efforts to Reform Key Laws to Ensure They Align With Vision 2050
Daily News
THE Tanzanian government has intensified efforts to review and reform key laws to ensure they are fully aligned with the National Development Vision 2050, a long-term blueprint… Read more »
Sudan: 'Sudan Govt Scramble to Shore-Up Sudanese Pound Could Backfire'
Dabanga
As the Sudan government bets on import bans to steady a sliding currency, economists warn of the potential negative consequences of banning a range of imported goods if no domestic… Read more »
Mali: Mali's Armed Groups Fill a Government Vacuum - Addressing This Is Key to Ending the Violence [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Mali has been in a state of political turmoil since 2012. That year saw a military coup as well as armed groups taking over northern regions of the west African country. In the… Read more »
Malawi: PAC Cracks Down On Yusuf Investments Over Defiance in Amaryllis Deal Probe
Nyasa Times
Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is moving to cite Yusuf Investments Limited for contempt after its chairperson, Shiraz Yusuf, abruptly walked out of proceedings when… Read more »
Kenya: No Evidence Kenyan President William Ruto Dismissed Kisii Community As 'Unimportant' in Elections
Africa Check
IN SHORT: A quote attributed to Kenyan president William Ruto, dismissing the Kisii community's contribution in elections, has gone viral. However, the graphics with the quote have… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Bars INEC From Recognising ADC Caretaker Congresses, Restrains David Mark, Others
Premium Times
The judge restrained the David Mark-led faction of the ADC on a number of issues. Read more »
Zimbabwe: ZNA Warns Public Over Fake Army Recruitment Advert
263Chat
The Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) has issued a warning to members of the public over a fake recruitment advert circulating on social media platforms. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Needs Skilled Graduates for Energy Shift - Nandi-Ndaitwah
Namibian
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia's shift towards green energy and oil production requires a new generation of highly skilled, adaptable professionals. Read more »
Namibia: Vaalgras Community Frustrated Over Eight-Year Delay in Appointing Traditional Authority Chief
Namibian
Community members of Vaalgras in the ||Kharas region have expressed frustration over the delay in appointing a new Vaalgras Traditional Authority chief following the death of Joel… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Bars INEC From Recognising Adc Congresses Conducted By Mark-Led Leadership
Vanguard
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday barred the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in any congress organised by a disputed… Read more »
Liberia: Missing Files, Missing Justice - One Case Shows How Dysfunctional Police and Justice Systems Are Failing Rape Victims
FrontPageAfrica
Part 3 in a series documenting the journey of a 57-year-old alleged rape victim from rural Montserra to obtain justice. Read more »
Nigeria: Lawmaker Accuses Security Operatives of Firing Live Bullets, Teargas to Disrupt Party's Rally
Premium Times
The federal lawmaker claimed that security personnel were throwing teargas and firing live bullets at supporters to disrupt a rally. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Sliding Into Deeper Division, Needs Structural Reform, Declares Ayo Opadokun
This Day
A chieftain of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), Chief Ayo Opadokun, yesterday, warned that Nigeria's continued unity and stability might be endangered if the country… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Police Need Deeper Reform, Not State Policing, to Function Effectively, Security Expert Momodu Asserts
This Day
A security and law enforcement expert, Sule Momodu, has called for comprehensive reforms of the Nigeria Police Force, arguing that such measures are more critical to improving… Read more »
