April 02
Namibia: ECN Starts Preparing for Otjiwarongo, Grootfontein By-Elections
Namibian
The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has outlined its preparations for upcoming by-elections at Otjiwarongo and Grootfontein in the Otjozondjupa region. Read more »
Liberia: Oh, Nimba! Tradition, Power, and the Battle for Progress
Liberian Observer
As Nimba County braces for a high-stakes senatorial by-election, the race to replace the late Senator Prince Yormie Johnson has become more than just a matter of political… Read more »
Uganda: Baryomunsi Dismisses Claims That NRM CEC Is a Rubber Stamp
Nile Post
Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has refuted claims that the Central Executive Committee (CEC) of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) is… Read more »
Uganda: NUP Cards Are Not for Sale, Says Bobi
Nile Post
I want to clarify that NUP cards are not for sale. No one is authorized to sell a NUP card. If you come across anyone attempting to sell a NUP ticket, please report them. If… Read more »
Uganda: DP Delegates to Elect New Leadership On May 30
Nile Post
According to the roadmap presented at a press conference held at the party headquarters in Mengo, the election process will commence at the grassroots level, beginning with… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Tagwirei Co-Option Will Enrich Ruling Party - Mutsvangwa
The Herald
The proposed co-option of businessman Cde Kudakwashe Tagwirei into the Zanu PF Central Committee is set to strengthen the party's business interests, ensuring closer alignment with… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 'Social Media Noise Won't Divide Zanu-PF'
The Herald
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April 01
Uganda: War Criminal Lubanga Launches New Rebel Group, Threatens Fresh Chaos in Eastern Congo
RFI
The convicted war criminal, Thomas Lubanga, based in Uganda, has declared the formation of a new rebel movement - the Convention for the Popular Revolution - aimed at overthrowing… Read more »
Nigeria: Rights Group Demands Justice for 16 Travellers Killed by Mob
Premium Times
"We call on the government to take concrete steps to prevent such incidents in the future," the NHRC said. Read more »
Zimbabwe: March 31 Protest - 98 in Court for Demonstrating in Harare
New Zimbabwe
A total of 98 people who were arrested on allegations of staging a demonstration against President Emmerson Mnangagwa's continued stay in office appeared in court Tuesday, charged… Read more »
Liberia: Former President Weah's Office Refutes Allegation of Withholding Presidential Vehicle
FrontPageAfrica
Lenn Eugene Nagbe, the Chief of Staff to former President George Weah, has launched a fierce criticism of the Director of the Executive Protection Service (EPS), Sam Gaye, accusing… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says He Prevented Gachagua's Impeachmnent Twice
Capital FM
President William Ruto twice saved former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from being booted by MPs as the country's second in command prior to his eventual impeachment in October… Read more »
Liberia: 'Liberia's Constitution Needs Urgent Reform'
Liberian Observer
Naymote Partners for Democratic Development has called on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., to immediately initiate a comprehensive constitutional review process to reinforce… Read more »
Nigeria: Cancel Your Homecoming, Police Tell Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduagan
Vanguard
The police have asked Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduagan to cancel her planned Sallah rally in the Central Senatorial district of Kogi State. Read more »
Africa: All of Africa Today - April 1, 2025
allAfrica
Africa Needs 'Aggressive Resource Mobilization To Mitigate Aid Cut' - Africa CDC Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Faces Surge in Meningitis Cases, Deaths As Peak Season Sets in
Premium Times
"We are experiencing a sharp increase in (meningitis) cases, and urgent intervention is required to prevent more deaths." Read more »
South Africa: Minister Simelane Rejects Eskom Corruption Allegations - South African News Briefs - April 1, 2025
allAfrica
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Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's Economy Crashed - So How Do Citizens Still Cling to Myths of Urban and Economic Success? [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
It is common for nations to have myths, or narratives, that form the basis of their nationalism, or their ideas of themselves as a political community. Such popular narratives are… Read more »
Africa: William Ruto - From Hustler to Dealmaker? [analysis]
ISS
As the 2027 elections loom closer, three grand bargains will determine the president's political future. Read more »
Ethiopia: Parliament Amends Law Enabling One-Year Extension for Tigray Interim Admin
Addis Standard
Addis Abeba- The House of People's Representatives on Tuesday amended a proclamation allowing interim administrations to be extended twice, each for up to one year. This change… Read more »
Nigeria: Akpoti-Uduaghan to Visit Kogi Despite Public Gatherings Ban
Vanguard
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has reaffirmed her intention to visit her constituency for the Sallah celebrations, undeterred by… Read more »
Malawi: Munthali Reflects On Malawi's Development Path As He Exits National Planning Commission
Nyasa Times
As Malawi pushes towards its 2063 development agenda, there remains significant work to be done, outgoing National Planning Commission (NPC) Director General Dr. Thomas… Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Fires Back At Ruto, Calls President a Pathological Liar
Capital FM
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has responded angrily to President William Ruto's remarks about their fallout, accusing the President of lying and misleading the public. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Calls for Stakeholder's Swift Intervention to Promote Safety of Workers
Vanguard
The Federal Government has tasked stakeholders to contribute to the development of a comprehensive National Workplace Intervention Action Guide, to serve as a framework for… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians Write African Union Over Tinubu's Emergency Rule in Rivers
Vanguard
President Bola Tinubu's declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State continues to generate reactions as a coalition of Nigerian professionals and political figures has petitioned… Read more »
