April 08
Africa: All of Africa Today - April 8, 2026
allAfrica
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Uganda: Museveni Set for May 12 Swearing-in
Nile Post
President Museveni will be sworn in for his seventh term in office on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, following his victory in the January 15 presidential elections. Read more »
Africa: Gender Quotas Cannot Stand Alone - Political Parties Must Lead
Liberian Observer
Across Africa, the surge of women excelling in politics and public leadership has been largely propelled by gender quotas, primarily enacted through legislation. Countries like… Read more »
Nigeria: Groups Warn Nigeria 'On Brink of Collapse' Over Insecurity, Economic Strain
Premium Times
The groups said the country is "on the brink of collapse" amid rising insecurity, widening inequality and declining public confidence in public institutions. Read more »
South Africa: How Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe Defied the President
Daily Maverick
Since September 2025, Daily Maverick has documented governance failures at the Department of Social Development under Minister Sisisi Tolashe. A letter sent to Tolashe by President… Read more »
Tanzania: Commission of Inquiry Granted 21 More Days to Complete Task
Daily News
THE Independent Commission of Inquiry into the October 29, 2025 incidents has been granted an additional 21 days to complete its work, extending its deadline to April 24th, this… Read more »
Malawi: HRDC Confronts Government Over Soaring Fuel Costs, Demands Tax Cuts and Urgent Action to Ease Cost-of-Living Crisis
Nyasa Times
The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has issued a blunt and uncompromising challenge to the Malawi Government, demanding immediate and practical measures to tame the… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Defends Delay in Justice for Violence Victims - South African News Briefs - April 8, 2026
allAfrica
Ramaphosa Defends 30-Year Delay in TRC Victim Support Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Residents On the Run As Bandits Close in
Daily Trust
An estimated 2000 people from communities in the western part of Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State have abandoned their villages over a likely reprisal attack. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Sets Tough Agenda for New MPs
Independent (Kampala)
President Yoweri Museveni has asked newly elected NRM MPs to restore accountability as they begin their legislative term. He said this will help halt rising corruption cases in… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Burundi Renew Commitment to Deepen Their Cooperation
ENA
Ethiopia and Burundi have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and expanding practical cooperation following the conclusion of the Second Joint Ministerial… Read more »
South Africa: DA to Probe Massive 1657 Case Backlog in Reserved Judgments [press release]
DA
A DA request prompted the release of the long awaited OCJ report on outstanding court judgments. Read more »
South Africa: DA Welcomes Arrival of HIV-Prevention Medicine in South Africa [press release]
DA
The DA welcomes the arrival of the first doses of Lenacapavir donated by the Global Fund in South Africa. Lenacapavir is an injection given to HIV-negative individuals once every… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Absent As Akpabio Commissions Projects On His Behalf in Lagos
Daily Trust
Despite being in Lagos since the weekend, President Bola Tinubu was conspicuously absent at the commissioning of some key projects in the State, on Wednesday. Read more »
Tanzania: Dr Samia Orders Officials to Halt Unnecessary Travel Due to the Global Oil Crisis
Daily News
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed government officials to slash fuel consumption by curbing unnecessary travel and reducing the number of official vehicles, as the country… Read more »
Tanzania: Dr Samia Swears in Prof Kabudi, Two Other Ministers
Daily News
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has today, April 8, 2026, sworn in several leaders she recently appointed in a ceremony held at Chamwino State House in Dodoma. Read more »
Nigeria: U.S. Lobbying Firm Threatens Sanctions Against INEC Officials, Election Riggers
Leadership
A United States-based lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has said it will recommend sanctions against officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame, International Leaders Discuss Genocide Prevention
New Times
As Rwanda marks the 32nd commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, President Paul Kagame on April 8 held discussions with international partners, focusing on… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Oil Output Rises to 1.7mbpd As Pipeline Security Improves - NNPC
Premium Times
NNPC says crude oil production has rebounded significantly since 2022, driven by improved pipeline security and efforts to curb oil theft and sabotage. Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku, Obi, Makinde, Other Opposition Leaders Hold Closed-Door Meeting After Protest At INEC Headquarters
Premium Times
The meeting comes just hours after his faction of the ADC staged a protest at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the party's internal… Read more »
Namibia: President Nandi-Ndaitwah Faces Pressure Over Jobs, Housing and Fuel Ahead of SONA
Namibian
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah faces pressure to account for her administration's promises when she delivers the state of the nation address (Sona) today. Read more »
Nigeria: 'Nigeria Not On the Brink of Collapse, We Are Showing Resilience, Progress', Says Info Minister
Leadership
The Federal Government has dismissed claims that Nigeria was on the brink of collapse, insisting that the country remained stable, resilient, and on a steady path to recovery and… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Airlines Eyes Global Competitiveness As It Marks 80 Years of Service
ENA
Ethiopian Airlines has reaffirmed its ambition to become one of the world's most competitive carriers as it celebrates its 80th anniversary, aligning its long-term expansion with… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Secures Landmark Arbitration Wins Worth Over U.S.$850 Million
ENA
Ethiopia has secured decisive victories in two major international arbitration cases, successfully defending claims exceeding 850 million USD and reinforcing its legal position in… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Bring Out Your Payroll', Dismissed Soldier Counters Army With Salary Evidence
Daily Trust
The controversy over welfare conditions in the Nigerian Army has deepened as dismissed soldier Rotimi Olamilekan, popularly known as Soja Boi, has released "evidence" of his… Read more »
