July 01
Zimbabwe: Parly to Debate 6 Motions for Water Treaties
The Herald
The Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, Dr Anxious Jongwe Masuka, has given notices of motion to Parliament that he intends to move six water… Read more »
Kenya: Bishops Address Young Protesters - 'Your Hopes Are Our Hopes'
Agenzia Fides
"This is an explicit recognition by the pastors of the Catholic Church of the goodness of the aspirations of the new generation of young people who want a change in society," said… Read more »
East Africa: Building a New Era for Democracy, Good Governance and Inclusive Transitions in the Horn of Africa
African Union
Today marked the successful conclusion of the Africa Facility to Support Inclusive Transitions (AFSIT) inaugural Regional Dialogue Series on Deepening Democracy, Good Governance,… Read more »
South Africa: Premier Lesufi Halts Gauteng Cabinet Announcement After Negotiations With DA Stall
Daily Maverick
It's back to the negotiating table for the ANC and DA in Gauteng after efforts to form a provincial government of unity again failed on Monday. Read more »
South Africa: South Africa's Ramaphosa Announces Cabinet That Includes Ex-Opposition Leader
RFI
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed former opposition leader John Steenhuisen as minister of agriculture on Sunday, bringing the Democratic Alliance and other parties… Read more »
Liberia: House Takes Steps to Establish African Court On Human and People's Right
New Republic
The House of Representatives has requested its joint committee on Judiciary, Good Governance and Human Rights to review a bill seeking the establishment of an African Court on… Read more »
Liberia: Former President Weah Slams Unity Party-Led Government for 'Failing to Live Up to Expectations'
FrontPageAfrica
Former President George Weah has re-entered the political scene with pointed criticisms of President Joseph Boakai, asserting that Boakai is not the change Liberians need in this… Read more »
South Africa: What South Africans Need From Political Leaders Is a Commitment to Peace [analysis]
ISS
Positive change is possible but requires ethical leadership from the new cabinet and a shared vision for a peaceful future. Read more »
Mauritius: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Donates 25 Tons of Dates and Hails Strong Bilateral Ties With Mauritius
Government of Mauritius
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues its commitment to supporting the Republic of Mauritius by donating 25 tons of dates through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Traditional Leaders Inspired By Late VP Nkomo
The Herald
As Zimbabwe marks 25 years since the death of veteran nationalist and Vice President, Dr Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo, traditional leaders have said they are inspired by his legacy and are… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Govt Launches U.S.$25 Million Healthcare Programmes
The Herald
Government and it's partners have launched two innovative health programmes, with an investment of US$25 million, to save the lives of babies and reduce the maternal mortality rate… Read more »
Liberia: Judge Cianeh Clinton-Johnson's Nomination Protested
New Republic
The nomination of Cllr. Cianeh Clinton-Johnson by President Joseph Boakai as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of Liberia is being met with still resistance from Rights and… Read more »
Nigeria: Oyo Govt Sets Up Committee for Olubadan's Coronation
Premium Times
The committee is chaired by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Ademola Ojo. Read more »
Nigeria: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Maintains 'Steez' in £1,499 Versace Outfit
Premium Times
Photos of the Minister in the high-end designer coat surfaced online on Monday. Read more »
Liberia: President Boakai Hails Maritime University's Impacts
New Republic
Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has hailed the extraordinarily significant progress and transformation the Regional Maritime University (RMU) has made over the years,… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Dismisses Nnamdi Kanu's N1bn Rights Suit Against Govt
This Day
Justice James Omotosho of a Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday dismissed the N1 billion fundamental rights suit brought by the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People… Read more »
Nigeria: You Failed to Prove Your Case Against DSS - Court to Nnamdi Kanu
Vanguard
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, dismissed a N1 billion suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the… Read more »
Nigeria: I Did Not Expel Any Journalist From Press Briefing - Abia Speaker
Vanguard
Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Hon. Emmanuel Emeruwa,has debunked reports that he expelled a journalist from a press briefing at the conference hall of the state… Read more »
Nigeria: Nasarawa Monarch Urges Nigerians to Support President Tinubu to Succeed
This Day
The Etsu Karu and Chairman Karu Local Government Area Traditional Council in Nasarawa State, Luka Panya Baba, yesterday appealed to Nigerians to support the administration of… Read more »
South Africa: Government Departments Fail to Pay Suppliers Within 30 Days
SAnews.gov.za
A report by National Treasury shows that in the 2023/24 financial year, national and provincial government departments have overall regressed in paying invoices to suppliers within… Read more »
South Africa: Deputy President, Ministers and Deputies to Be Sworn in
SAnews.gov.za
South Africa's newly announced Deputy President Paul Mashatile and the new Ministers and Deputy Ministers are expected to be sworn into office in the coming days. Read more »
South Africa: Department of Health, Trade Union Welcome Dr Aaron Motsoaledi As New Minister
SAnews.gov.za
The Department of Health has welcomed Dr Aaron Motsoaledi as their new Minister and his Deputy, Dr Joe Phaahla, as part of the newly established seventh democratic administration… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Urged to Engage International Mediator in Impasse With Gen Z Over Finance Bill
Capital FM
Religious leaders in Siaya want the government to engage an international mediator in solving the current impasse that saw young Kenyans take to the streets to protest the passage… Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Proposes 142 Recommendations to Improve Electoral Process
Premium Times
Cases of severe gastroenteritis, an inflammation of the stomach and intestine confirmed to be caused by cholera, have been detected in Kirikiri Medium Security Prison in Lagos… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Names Bloated New South African Cabinet
VOA
After weeks of political deal-making, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the Cabinet of his new government of national unity. Ministers from different parties… Read more »