April 14
Nigeria: Convention - How ADC Was Refused Use of Eagles Square, Velodrome - Ologbondiyan
Leadership
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kola Ologbondiyan, has disclosed that the party was denied the use of the Eagles Square and the Velodrome at the MKO Abiola… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Zamfara Cleric Declares Ambition, Vows Massive Transformation
Leadership
A Zamfara State popular Islamic scholar, Dr Abdulmuddalib Muhammad Gusau, has formally declared intention to contest the seat of governor of the state shortly after joining the… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Accord Cautions Politicians Against Inflammatory Remarks
Leadership
The Accord Party has cautioned political actors against making inflammatory statements capable of heightening tension in the polity ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Benue Governor Suswam Eyes 2027 Senate Comeback Under APC
Leadership
Former Benue State governor, Gabriel Suswam, has announced his intention to contest the Benue North-East Senatorial District seat in the 2027 general elections under the platform… Read more »
Nigeria: Abia 2027 - I'll Respond to Calls for Guber Race Soon - Deputy Speaker Kalu
Leadership
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has said he will respond to the calls of Abia state people on him to join the 2027 governorship race soon. Read more »
Nigeria: ADC Gets Venue for Tuesday Convention
Leadership
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has secured a venue for its national convention scheduled to hold in Abuja on Tuesday, putting to rest earlier uncertainty surrounding the… Read more »
April 13
South Africa: Here's How to Make Drug Addiction a Health Issue, Not a Criminal One
Bhekisisa
Experts say South Africa's contradictory approach to drugs — treating addiction as both a disease and a crime — is fuelling a worsening crisis in places like Westbury,… Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Oil Minister Diezani Denies All Six Bribery Counts in UK Trial
This Day
Former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke on Monday opened her defence in dramatic fashion at Southwark Crown Court, telling a London jury that she never abused her… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Recalls Antibiotic Batch Over Quality Concerns
263Chat
The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) has ordered the recall of a batch of Azithromycin 500mg tablets after identifying defects that could reduce the drug's… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania Suspends Jambo TV for Querying Inquiry Into Post-Election Killings
CPJ
The Committee to Protect Journalists urges Tanzanian authorities to immediately lift the 90-day suspension imposed on Jambo TV over its YouTube and Instagram posts and allow the… Read more »
Ghana: Football Player Killed in Highway Robbery, Ghana Police Confirms
Ghanaian Times
A player of Berekum Chelsea has died following a highway robbery attack near Ahyiresu in the Ashanti Region, the Ghana Police Service has confirmed. Read more »
Africa: All of Africa Today - April 13, 2026
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Mozambique: Terrorists Do Not Occupy Any Towns, Says Chapo
AIM
Mozambican President Daniel Chapo announced on Monday that the islamist terrorists operating in the northern province of Cabo Delgado do not currently occupy any towns in the… Read more »
Somalia: Somali PM Marks 66th Anniversary of National Army, Hails Security Gains
Shabelle
Hamza Abdi Barre attended a ceremony on Sunday evening marking the 66th anniversary of the founding of the Somali National Army, stressing the importance of building a strong and… Read more »
Rwanda: What to Know About 21 Politicians Remembered for Opposing Genocide
New Times
Every April 13, Rwanda concludes the national mourning week with a ceremony honouring politicians who were killed for opposing the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Defends Nyamira Railway Project, Dismisses Critics During Gusii Tour
Capital FM
William Ruto has defended the ongoing railway development in Nyamira County, dismissing criticism surrounding the project as propaganda aimed at misleading residents. Read more »
South Africa: Western Cape Ramps Up Foot and Mouth Vaccination Drive - South African News Briefs - April 13, 2026
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South Africa: South African Dams and Livelihoods Under Threat With New Proposed Regulations [press release]
DA
The Democratic Alliance (DA) calls on communities to oppose the Department of Water and Sanitation's draconian dam regulations as they threaten the economic lifelines for… Read more »
Nigeria: No Plan to Exclude Opposition From 2027 Elections - Presidency
Leadership
The Presidency has dismissed claims that opposition parties were being sidelined ahead of the 2027 general election, insisting that Nigeria's political space remained open and… Read more »
Uganda: ULs Warns Against Proposed Seven-Year Parliamentary Term Extension
Nile Post
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has warned against a reported proposal to extend the parliamentary term from five to seven years, cautioning that any such constitutional amendment… Read more »
Liberia: WLCL Launches Nationwide Consultations On Women's Political Participation
New Dawn
The Women Legislative Caucus of Liberia (WLCL) will, from April 12-25, 2026, conduct a series of community consultations and town hall meetings across eight of Liberia's 15… Read more »
Benin: Presidential Favourite Wadagni Elected in Benin With Over 94 Percent of Votes
RFI
Benin presidential election favourite Romuald Wadagni swept to victory in the country's polls, according to provisional results, securing at least 94 percent of votes. Read more »
Nigeria: Finally, ADC Gets Venue for Convention, Event to Be Held On Tuesday in Abuja
Premium Times
The party had raised concerns about its difficulty getting a venue for its national convention, accusing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) government of sabotaging its… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia and China Strengthen Strategic Cooperation On Maritime Resources and Security
Shabelle
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Abdisalam Abdi Ali, held high-level talks in Mogadishu with China's Special… Read more »
Nigeria: 'He's Disrespectful' - Atiku Slams Shettima for Asking for Scorecard As VP
Premium Times
Atiku stated he would not dignify the request with a response, claiming that Mr Shettima's approach is disrespectful to him and an affront to cultural values in Northern Nigeria. Read more »
