October 08
Nigeria: Shettima Unveils Framework for Govt's Nationwide Nutrition Programme
Daily Trust
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has unveiled the framework for the federal government's nutrition programme aimed at addressing malnutrition and food insecurity in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Zazzau Prince Dies in Auto Crash
Daily Trust
A prince of Zazzau and son of the immediate past Emir has died in an auto crash. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Gweru Education Leaders Laud NBS's Role in Uplifting Schools and Communities
263Chat
Education leaders in Gweru have expressed profound gratitude for the transformative role played by the National Building Society (NBS) in enhancing both the educational sector and… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Is Great Asset to Global Peace Promotion, Says Denmark Envoy
Leadership
World Peace President, from Denmark, His Eminence, Ambassador Per Stafsenm has described Nigeria as a great asset to the promotion of peace in the world. Read more »
Nigeria: We Built Our $20bn Refinery Without Single Incentive From Govt - Dangote
This Day
* Says Nigeria needs 1.5mbpd refining capacity to be self-sufficient in petroleum products Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Human Rights Commission Receives 305,300 Complaints in September
Premium Times
"As we explore the data, let us not lose sight of the human stories behind these numbers." Read more »
Nigeria: Akpabio Laments 'Japa' Syndrome, Urges Migrants to Love Nigeria More Than Money
Premium Times
Mr Akpabio said the migration of Nigerians to other countries has negatively affected many sectors, particularly the education and health sectors in the country. Read more »
Somalia: Somali Govt Says Dozens of Al-Shabaab Militants Killed in Army Operations
Shabelle
The Somali National Army (SNA) has killed 59 Al-Shabaab militants in a series of military operations in central Somalia, according to a statement by the Ministry of Information. Read more »
Uganda: U.S. Govt Announces Shs27.6bn in Humanitarian Assistance to Uganda for Refugees
Nile Post
The United States has announced it will be providing $7.5 million( approximately shs27.6 billion) to support the Sudan refugee response in Uganda. Read more »
Somalia: UN Envoy Highlights Somalia's Political and Constitutional Progress
Radio Dalsan
Ambassador James Swan, the UN Special Representative for Somalia, recently delivered a pivotal report to the UN Security Council, focusing on Somalia's ongoing political and… Read more »
Liberia: Nancy Greene Turns Down President Boakai's Appointment
Liberian Investigator
Nancy Q. Greene, who formerly served as Statutory Superintendent of the Glakon Statutory District, has officially declined an appointment as Relieving Commissioner of District #2… Read more »
Ethiopia: PM Stresses Need for Intensified Efforts to Strengthen Food Security, Ensure Sustainable Growth
ENA
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stressed the need to intensify efforts across all regions, working towards a unified progress that strengthens the country's food security ambitions and… Read more »
Ghana: Government Launches Productive Safety Net Project to Reduce Urban Poverty
Accra Times
The government, in 2019, through the above-mentioned two ministries commenced the implementation of the first phase of the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project (GPSNP). Read more »
Kenya: 180,000 National ID Cards Remain Uncollected At Huduma Centres
Capital FM
Public Service and Human Capital Development Cabinet Secretary, Justine Muturi, has disclosed that 180,000 National Identity Cards remain uncollected at various Huduma Centres… Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Defends Himself in Impeachment Hearing, Calls Motion Political and Unjustified
Capital FM
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged MPs to reject the impeachment motion against him, calling it politically motivated and lacking the necessary grounds for removal. Read more »
Kenya: Heated Debate As MPs Take Turns to Discuss Gachagua's Conduct
Capital FM
A heated debate ensued as legislators discussed the special motion on the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Picks Diplomat As New President
VOA
Ethiopia's parliament on Monday elected Foreign Minister Taye Atske-Selassie as the country's new president, a position that is largely ceremonial. Read more »
Tanzania: Empowering Young Tanzanians to Choose Their Own Paths
UNFPA
KIGOMA REGION, The United Republic of Tanzania - Melania Zambiliti wanted something more for herself and her family; working part-time as a cleaner at a local restaurant in her… Read more »
Nigeria: Tackling Judicial Bribery and Procurement Fraud in Nigeria [analysis]
Chatham House
How harnessing public disapproval can enable collective action against corruption Read more »
Rwanda: The Revolution Devours Its Children - the Fall of a Royal House in Republican Rwanda [analysis]
African Arguments
The rise and scattering of an elite family, not on account of their ethnicity, but despite it, exemplifies the tragedy of authoritarianism in Rwanda. Read more »
Africa: SA, AU Commission to Hold Consultative Meeting On the G20
SAnews.gov.za
The Director-General of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Zane Dangor who serves as South Africa's G20 Sherpa, will host consultations on the G20 with his… Read more »
Namibia: Pohamba's Mass Housing Dream Revived
New Era
The government has decided to revive and expedite the completion of the long-stalled Mass Housing Development Programme, focusing on three key sites: Windhoek, Swakopmund and… Read more »
Nigeria: Saraki Accuses Governor Abdulrazaq of Plots to Cow Kwara People
Leadership
Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has accused the Kwara State governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, of trying to cow the people of the State through demolition of… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Top NHS Executives Suspended Amid Allegations of Corruption and Mismanagement
263Chat
Senior executives at the government-owned National Handling Services (NHS) have been placed on forced leave amid serious allegations of corruption, incompetence, and corporate… Read more »
Egypt: Egypt Among Most Important Countries Helping in Growth of African Economy
Egypt Online
Egypt is among the most important five African countries that help in the growth of the economy of Africa with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) 348 billion dollars due to its strategic… Read more »
