June 02
Rwanda: Paris Memorial 'A Mark of Respect for Dignity of Rwandans, History' - Kagame
New Times
President Paul Kagame has described the first permanent memorial for victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in France as a powerful symbol that preserves historical truth… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Bids Farewell to Outgoing Germany Ambassador
Nile Post
President Museveni has bid farewell to Matthias Schauer, the Ambassador of Germany to Uganda, who was accompanied by his wife, Katharina Schauer. Read more »
Namibia: Mathews Hamutenya Denies Political Connections in Namibia Fuel Deal
Namibian
Businessman Mathews Hamutenya says he has no political connection to State House and has nothing to do with the recent government decision to award international oil trader Vitol… Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Police Rescue 3 Abducted Victims, Urge Against Ransom Payment
Leadership
The Zamfara State Police Command has rescued three persons abducted by suspected bandits, while reiterating its warning against the payment of ransom to criminals as part of… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Get Rid of Terrorists Within 90 Days or Resign' - RCCG Overseer Adeboye Tells Security Chiefs
Leadership
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has urged Nigeria's security chiefs to either eliminate terrorists within 90 days or… Read more »
Nigeria: VP Shettima Lauds Space X Contributions to Nigeria's Emergency, Disaster Response
Leadership
The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has applauded the donation of specialised communication equipment to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) by renowned… Read more »
Rwanda: National Practical Exams Begin On Wednesday
New Times
The Ministry of Education (MINEDUC) through the National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA) will officially launch the 2025/2026 National Practical Examinations on… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Concludes Historic Seventh General Election Peacefully
Horn Diplomat
Millions of Ethiopians cast their ballots in the country's 7th General Election, bringing voting to a close after a largely peaceful nationwide process that authorities, observers… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Urges EU to Back Africa's Industrialisation As Uganda, Europe Mark 50 Years of Partnership
Nile Post
President Museveni has called on the European Union and other international partners to support Africa's industrialisation and value-addition agenda, arguing that the continent… Read more »
Namibia: Land, Petroleum Bills Top National Assembly Agenda
Namibian
As the National Assembly resumes today, the long-awaited land bill is expected to take centre stage amid growing public concern over land access and calls for the reform of… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Abolishes Mandatory 3-Month Pre-Retirement Leave for Civil Servants
Leadership
The federal government has directed all ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) to discontinue the practice of placing civil servants on a mandatory three-month pre-retirement… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Hails Fund MREIF Amid N128bn Mortgages Delivery to 1,859 Families
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has commended the growing impact of the Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF), which has delivered N128 billion in affordable… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame, Macron Unveil Memorial for Genocide Against the Tutsi
New Times
President Paul Kagame and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday, June 2, unveiled the first permanent memorial for the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in… Read more »
Tanzania: President Samia Suluhu Hassan's Russia Visit Set to Unlock New Economic Opportunities for Tanzania
Daily News
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan's visit to Russia comes at a time when Tanzania is intensifying efforts to advance its long-term development agenda, anchored on industrialization,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Vs Chiwenga - the Existential Battle for Power in Zimbabwe
FPRI
2017: The Coup that Wasn't Read more »
Nigeria: WHO Unveils Blood Campaign Slogan As Govt Calls for Increased Voluntary Donation
Daily Trust
The Director General of the National Blood Service Agency (NBSA), Prof. Saleh Yuguda, has announced the official slogan for the 2026 World Blood Donor Day (WBDD) campaign as… Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki Urges Kenya and Africa to Finance Own Data Systems to Avoid Dependency On Foreign Intelligence
Capital FM
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged Kenya and African countries to invest in and finance their own national data systems, warning that continued dependence on externally… Read more »
Nigeria: Questions As Flood Persists in Abuja Despite N1.24bn Ecological Fund
Daily Trust
Each time dark clouds gather over Abuja, anxiety follows. Read more »
Kenya: DCI Arrests Suspect Over Githurai Vehicle Arson During Fuel Protest
Capital FM
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a suspect believed to have participated in the burning of a motor vehicle at Githurai Roundabout… Read more »
Kenya: First Lady Rachel Ruto Champions Global Market Access for Kenyan Women Entrepreneurs
Capital FM
The Diaspora Women Leaders Caucus, First Lady Rachel Ruto, and the Joyful Women Organization have agreed to collaborate on a new initiative aimed at linking Kenyan women… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Ends Northern Kenya Tour With Major Infrastructure, Power and Water Projects Push
Capital FM
President William Ruto has concluded his three-day tour of Northern Kenya with a renewed pledge to increase government investment in infrastructure and essential services, saying… Read more »
Kenya: Charles Nyachae Endorses Matiang'i Presidential Bid in Kisii
Capital FM
Former Constitution of Kenya Review Commission commissioner Charles Nyachae has endorsed former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i's presidential ambitions, describing him… Read more »
Africa: Concerns About Inequality and Lack of Integrity in the Courts Leave Access to Justice Out of Reach for Many Africans
Afrobarometer
Only half are confident that their country's legal system provides justice for ordinary citizens. Read more »
Africa: Global Supply Chains Keep Workers Poor - Three Case Studies Show How the Cycle Can Be Broken [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Globally, about one in five people in jobs live in poverty. A key reason lies in how global supply chains are organised. From agriculture to tourism, many jobs are embedded in… Read more »
Tanzania: Finance Ministry Unveils Tsh 21.3 Trillion Spending Proposal for 2026/27
Daily News
THE Government, through the Ministry of Finance, has requested Parliament to approve a total of TSh 21.3 trillion for the implementation of the Ministry's responsibilities and… Read more »
