April 09
Liberia: In U.S.$6.2m Corruption Trial
Liberian Observer
The high-profile US$6.2 million corruption trial involving former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. and four other ex-officials reached a tense new phase on Wednesday, as the… Read more »
West Africa: Gambia Appoints Briton As Special Prosecutor for Jammeh-Era Crimes
The Point
The Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Hon. Dawda A. Jallow, on Wednesday announced the appointment of a British barrister, Martin Hackett, as the special prosecutor for… Read more »
Tanzania: MPs Push for Fuel Tax Relief
Daily News
MEMBERS of Parliament (MPs) have urged the government to slash some levies on fuel imports as part of measures to control the rising fuel prices, exacerbated by the ongoing Middle… Read more »
Namibia: President Clarifies 500 000 Jobs Pledge, Opposition Criticises Slow Progress
Namibian
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's clarification that the government will not directly create 500 000 jobs by 2030 has drawn criticism from opposition leaders and labour experts… Read more »
Nigeria: NMA Defends Disqualification of Candidates, Denies Bias Ahead of Elections
Premium Times
The NMA's response follows allegations by one of the affected aspirants, Sodipo Oluwajimi, who claimed that six candidates were unlawfully disqualified despite meeting the… Read more »
Nigeria: Lassa Fever Deaths Hit 167 As Cases Drop to 26 - NCDC
Premium Times
In its Week 13 epidemiological report covering 23 to 29 March 2026, the agency said confirmed cases dropped significantly to 26 from 51 recorded in the previous week. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Democracy Not Close to China, Dubai Governance System - Jonathan
Daily Trust
Former President Goodluck Jonathan, on Thursday, called for a stronger alignment between democratic governance and sound economic policies, warning that Nigeria must deliver real… Read more »
Liberia: Court Ruling On Kouh Sparks Governance Crisis, Undercuts LFA Integrity Rules
FrontPageAfrica
A high-stakes ruling by the Civil Law Court has ignited a governance storm within the Liberia Football Association, after declaring Cassell Anthony Kouh eligible to contest its… Read more »
Kenya: Court Clears EABL-Asahi Deal After Dismissing Bid to Stop Sale
Capital FM
The High Court has cleared the sale involving East African Breweries PLC and Japan's Asahi Group Holdings after dismissing a bid to block the transaction. Read more »
Liberia: With Only 7% of Banknotes in Reserve, House Eyes Approval for New Printing Plan
Liberian Investigator
CAPITOL HILL -- The House of Representatives has begun formal consideration of a proposal by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. seeking approval to print additional Liberian dollar… Read more »
Gambia: 150,000 Jobs Promised - but Weak Tracking Systems Leave Government Without Answers
Foroyaa
Three years after the launch of the National Employment Policy (NEP) and its implementation framework, the National Employment Action Plan (NEAP) 2022-2026, the government is still… Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Urges Family Unity, Warns Against Political Interference
Capital FM
Democracy for Citizen Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has appealed to his relatives not to be manipulated by politicians into causing disunity. Read more »
Botswana: Govt Commits to Pay P43m Owed to Veterinary Employees
Botswana Daily News
Government is committed to settling at least P43 million owed to low-ranking employees in the Department of Veterinary Services, despite ongoing liquidity constraints affecting… Read more »
Botswana: Malaria Cases On the Rise in the North West District
Botswana Daily News
Community rejection of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) for malaria control is a significant challenge in the North West district, often resulting in low coverage rates. Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Seeks Approval to Print More Banknotes, but Leaves Key Figure Unanswered
FrontPageAfrica
Joseph Nyuma Boakai has formally requested the Liberian Legislature to authorize the printing of additional Liberian dollar banknotes for the period 2026 to 2030, citing mounting… Read more »
Liberia: Fresh Wave of Indictments Targets Former Officials in U.S.$1.8m Corruption Probe
FrontPageAfrica
A fresh wave of indictments has been unveiled by the Assets Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce AREPT, drawing several former government officials and civil society actors… Read more »
Mozambique: Chapo Hopes to Simplify Provincial Governance
AIM
Mozambican President Daniel Chapo has submitted a bill to the Mozambican parliament, the Assembly of the Republic, that will eliminate an entire tier of governance, cutting out… Read more »
Mozambique: Assembly Passes New Law Against Tobacco
AIM
Mozambique's parliament, the Assembly of the Republic, on Wednesday passed a new Tobacco Law, intended to reduce tobacco consumption and exposure to tobacco smoke. Read more »
South Africa: Mantashe Needs to Update Us On the Fuel Situation [press release]
DA
South Africans are owed an update on the country's fuel situation. It's been fifteen days since Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister last updated Parliament on our fuel… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Describes Fallen Soldiers in Borno Attack As Unforgettable Heroes
Vanguard
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sadness over the loss of the brave soldiers of the 29 Task Force Brigade, Operation HADIN KAI, who died in a coordinated terrorist attack… Read more »
Namibia: Govt Widows' Grant Proposal Sparks Debate Among Traditional Authorities
Namibian
Some traditional leaders say they do not agree with a proposal to introduce a government social grant for widows. Read more »
Namibia: VP's Deputy Pick Slammed As Encouraging Bureaucracy
Namibian
Lawmaker and politicians have labelled the appointment of National Council member Moses //Khumub as deputy minister in the Office of the Vice President as promoting bureaucracy. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni's Ideological Lecture At Kyankwanzi a Turning Point for Us, Says Kassanda MP Bisaso
Nile Post
Kassanda South MP Abdul Bisaso has said the recent address by President Museveni to NRM Members of Parliament in Kyankwanzi has reshaped his understanding of leadership and public… Read more »
Africa: Museveni Links Africa's Future On Industrialization As He Calls for Strategic Rethink On the Nile
Nile Post
President Museveni has called for a shift from historical disputes to a strategic, development-focused approach in addressing challenges facing the Nile Basin, stressing that… Read more »
Uganda: Law Society Accuses President Museveni of 'Unconstitutional Interference' in Masaka MP Election
Nile Post
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has condemned President Museveni, accusing him of unconstitutional meddling in the disputed Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament election, warning… Read more »
