July 03
South Africa: Now the Work Begins - DP, Ministers and Deputy Ministers Sworn in
SAnews.gov.za
The new Deputy President, Ministers and Deputy Ministers of the seventh administration have been sworn into office in Cape Town. Read more »
Nigeria: Obasanjo Denies Discussing Nnamdi Kanu's Release With South East Governors
Premium Times
Governor Alex Otti posted a message, which some people interpreted to mean that Mr Obasanjo joined in taking a decision to engage the Federal Government over Mr Kanu's case. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Urges Govt to Accommodate North-East in Legacy Road Projects
Premium Times
The Senate noted that the non-inclusion of the North-eastern states in the projects will further worsen the infrastructural challenges of the region. Read more »
Rwanda: New Law Tightens Rwanda's Banking Sector With Esg Integration and Overarching Supervision [opinion]
New Times
On June 10, just four days before Parliament was dissolved, Rwanda gazetted a new law governing banks, further cementing its position as a global financial hub. The new law, which… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Is the Leader Rwanda Needs - PDI's Harerimana
New Times
President of the Ideal Democratic Party (PDI), Mussa Fazil Harerimana said Rwandans should allow Paul Kagame to continue leading the country as President. Read more »
Ghana: Govt Allocates Gh¢1.5m to National Hydrological Fund for Operations - Works, Housing Minister
Ghanaian Times
The government has allocated GH¢1.5 million to the National Hydrological Fund to support the operations of the Ghana Hydrological Authority (HYDRO). Read more »
Namibia: Germany Admits to Genocide for the First Time in 120 Years
Namibian
The German government has for the first time in 120 years admitted that the 1904-1908 massacre that killed more than 60 000 Nama and Herero people should be classified as a… Read more »
Uganda: Is Corruption Among Lawmakers a Threat to Effective Governance?
Nile Post
The conversation centred around President Museveni's decision to return the bill to parliament for reconsideration, citing concerns over indiscipline and corruption among… Read more »
Uganda: Motion Won't Be Dropped - Ssekikubo
Nile Post
Lwemiyaga County MP, Theodore Ssekikubo has ruled out the possibility of withdrawing the censure motion against the four commissioners implicated in the controversial allocation of… Read more »
Egypt: Egypt's New Finance Minister Pledges Strong Support for Private Sector Growth
Egypt Online
Egypt's newly appointed Minister of Finance, Ahmed Kouchouk, outlined a comprehensive vision aimed at bolstering economic stability and fostering a resilient economic future in a… Read more »
Algeria: Algeria's Efforts in Housing Have Drawn Envy From Its Enemies, Notes President Tebboune
Algerie Presse Service
The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, affirmed on Wednesday in Algiers that housing plays a major role in building a strong economy, underscoring that Algeria's… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Beleaguered President Ruto Chose a Live Interview to Defend His Record, but Did His Claims Add Up?
Africa Check
Kenya's beleaguered president Ruto chose a live interview to defend his record, but did his claims add up? Read more »
Ghana: Individual Merits, Not Party Affiliation, Will Determine My Ministers - Alan Kyerematen
Accra Times
According to Alan Kyerematen, since the Constitution requires the President to appoint half of his ministers from Parliament, he will follow the same process to appoint his… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Directs Treasury to Review SRC's Pay Hikes Amid Finance Bill Fallout
Capital FM
President William Ruto has directed the National Treasury to review the Salaries and Remuneration Commission's (SRC) 2023 Gazette Notice on the remuneration of State officers in… Read more »
Ghana: Elections 2024 - 'I Am the President Ghana Needs At This Time' - Alan Kyerematen
Accra Times
According to Alan Kyerematen, he's dedicated to improving the lives of Ghanaians including those within his former party. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Condemns Borno Bombings, Rejects Motion to Stop Service Chiefs From Diverting Security Funds
Premium Times
The Senate also resolved to ask the federal government to direct various security agencies in the country to deploy technology in the fight against insurgency. Read more »
Liberia: Free Tuition Not Adhered to
New Dawn
Education Minister Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah says the free tuition policy in public schools is not adhered to. Read more »
Liberia: Naymote Releases Report On Liberian Legislature's Performance, Calls for Greater Transparency
FrontPageAfrica
PAYNESVILLE: Liberia's leading Civil Society Organization, Naymote Partners for Democratic Development, has released an in-depth report on the workings of the Legislature for the… Read more »
Kenya: Senator Cheruiyot Urges SRC to Cut Public Wage Bill Amid Pay Hike Controversy
Capital FM
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has urged the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) to propose strategies for slashing the public wage bill to curb government spending. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Police Concerned Over Mashonaland West Murder Cases
The Herald
Police in Mashonaland West province have expressed concern over the high number of murder cases in the province. Read more »
Kenya: Khalwale Asks President Ruto to Disband, Restructure Cabinet, Do Away With Prime Cabinet Secretary Office
Capital FM
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has called on President William Ruto to disband and reconstitute the cabinet, citing their failure to perform their tasks as expected. Read more »
Nigeria: Allegation of Bias - Reps Deputy Speaker Defends Self, Says All Lawmakers Are Equal
Premium Times
A member, Cyril Hart, staged a walkout during Tuesday's plenary session in protest against what he described as bias by the deputy speaker against new members. Read more »
Nigeria: Like Mandela, Nnamdi Kanu Stands for Truth, Justice - Kinsmen Write Tinubu [opinion]
Vanguard
...say his release 'll strengthen hope in one Nigeria, restore peace to S'East Read more »
Ghana: Elections 2024 - Group Attempts to Jeopardize Napo's NEC Endorsement
Accra Times
The hitherto unknown group marched to Dr. Bawumia's campaign office in Kumasi on July 1 to request a running mate who embodies humility and approachability for the Party's… Read more »
Malawi: Ruling Tonse Alliance in a Tailspin [analysis]
African Arguments
Suspicions around the death of VP Saulos Chilima augur badly for Chakwera's re-election hopes, and even worse for the ruling coalition. Read more »