January 26
Liberia: PLP Launches Nationwide Membership Drive, Seeks Stronger Grassroots Base
Liberian Investigator
People's Liberation Party (PLP) political leader Tappla Doe has launched a nationwide membership drive, urging Liberians across the country to join the party as it seeks to expand… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Awards Six Outstanding Entrepreneurs for Contribution to Uganda's Economy
Nile Post
President Museveni has awarded six outstanding entrepreneurs and industrialists for their contribution to Uganda's economic transformation at the Mustard Seed Awards 2025, held at… Read more »
Liberia: Boakai to Map New Chapter
New Dawn
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, marking two years of leadership with what his administration describes as visible gains and institutional transformation, is expected to outline an… Read more »
Namibia: NBC Denies Plans to Re-Interview Director General Candidates
Namibian
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) has denied claims that it plans to conduct re-interviews for the position of director general. Read more »
Liberia: Liberia, EU Sign €25m Grant to Revive Artisanal Fishing, Boost Coastal Livelihoods
Liberian Investigator
MONROVIA -- Liberia and the European Union have signed a €25 million grant agreement to revitalize the country's artisanal fishing sector, strengthen food security and improve… Read more »
Liberia: Solomon George Draws Line Between Weah and Boakai, Says CDC Government Was 'Out of Control'
Liberian Investigator
MONROVIA -- Former Montserrado County District No. 7 Representative Solomon C. George, a longtime stalwart of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), has accused ex-President… Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Heads Into Year 3 Citing Two-Year Gains in Roads, Power, Revenue and Diplomacy
Liberian Investigator
Later on Monday, January 26, 2026, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr delivers his third Annual Message to the Legislature. In fulfilling his constitutional duty, the President is… Read more »
Nigeria: Can Nigeria's Projected Growth Add Up to 2026 Global Oil Demand Forecast
Leadership
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is cautiously optimistic that a wave of fresh capital will flow into the country's oil and gas sector, citing President Bola… Read more »
Nigeria: Group Raises Concern Over 16 Detained Military Officers' Health
Leadership
A group, Concerned Pro-Democratic Activists of Nigeria, has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to prevail on the military authorities to expedite action on the investigation and… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Boost South Eastern Economy Through PPP, Signs Enugu Airport Concession - ICRC
Vanguard
The Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) has hailed the signing of the concession agreement for the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, describing it as a… Read more »
Nigeria: Minister Decries Snail-Speed of Zaria-Sheme Road Project
Premium Times
The project forms part of the dualisation of the Zaria-Funtua-Sokoto road in Kaduna, Katsina, Zamfara and Sokoto states. Read more »
Liberia: Enforcing the Liberianization Act: Time to Kickout Non-Liberians Operating in These Sectors [editorial]
New Dawn
By law, at least 26 businesses are reserved exclusively for Liberians under the Liberianization Act. The Act, originally established in 1976 and expanded in 1998, is a legal… Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki Raises Suspicion Over Othaya Chaos As Gachagua Claims Assassination Plot
Capital FM
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has suggested that the violence witnessed during a church service attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Othaya may have been… Read more »
Kenya: 'A Government of Criminals' - Maraga Blasts Ruto After Othaya Church Chaos
Capital FM
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has called on President William Ruto to issue a public apology to Kenyans -- and specifically to worshippers at Witima ACK Church in Nyeri County… Read more »
Nigeria: Tamrose's Impact in Reshaping Nigeria's Offshore Logistics Economy
This Day
In recognition of the urgent need to modernise offshore logistics and close operational gaps, several Nigerian oil and gas service companies are investing in modern fleets,… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Has Moved From Stabilisation to Consolidation - Finance Minister
This Day
Nigeria has moved decisively from stabilisation to consolidation, embedding reforms that support private-sector-led growth, strengthen institutions, and restore confidence in the… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Oil Giant Is Investing Additional $20bn in Nigeria - Shell CEO
This Day
Global Chief Executive of Shell Plc, Mr Wael Sawan, has explained why the company is planning to invest additional $20 billion in the nation's oil and gas sector, lauding President… Read more »
Nigeria: Alleged Coup - Military Hands Over Report to Tinubu
Daily Trust
The military has submitted to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the report of its investigation into what it tagged "indiscipline and breach of service regulations" by the 16 detained… Read more »
Liberia: Chief Justice Gbeisay Tells Sixty Judicial Retirees to Explore Private Sector
New Dawn
Monrovia, Liberia, January 26, 2026: Liberia's Chief Justice, Yamie QuiQui Gbeisay, has urged about sixty (60) honored and retired employees of the Judiciary to venture into the… Read more »
Nigeria: NMDPRA Satisfied With Operations of Indigenous Energy Firms
This Day
Says midstream needs fresh $50 billion investments Read more »
Nigeria: Half of World's Co2 Emissions Caused By 32 Fossil Fuel Firms - Report
This Day
Africa still producing less than 4% of global pollution Read more »
Nigeria: Kano Governor's Defection Puts Deputy On the Spot
Daily Trust
The resignation of Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf from the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) and his expected formal registration with the All Progressives Congress (APC) has… Read more »
Liberia: Govt, EU Boost Liberia Fisheries Sector
New Dawn
Sign €25 Million Financing Agreement Read more »
Liberia: Finance Minister Stresses Regional Leadership in Public Financial Governance
New Dawn
Monrovia, January 26, 2026: The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has announced that Liberia's hosting of the 108th Council Meeting of the… Read more »
Botswana: Local Authorities Push for Decentralisation
Botswana Daily News
The 2026 Budget strategy paper has received input from local authorities, with focus on the implementation of the decentralisation policy and diversification of revenue streams. Read more »
