July 21
Uganda: Increased Maternal, Infant Deaths At Mbale Referral Hospital Worry Residents
Nile Post
Stakeholders have raised a red flag over a surge in maternal and newborn deaths attributed to the perceived neglect of expecting mothers at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital. Read more »
South Africa: Deputy Trade and Industry Minister Zuko Godlimpi (32) 'Doesn't Think Much About This Age Thing'
Daily Maverick
The newly appointed Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Zuko Godlimpi, was recently announced as part of President Cyril Ramaphosa's Government of National Unity… Read more »
July 20
Angola: Government Wants to Improve the Look of Dundo City
ANGOP
The Minister of Territorial Administration, Dionísio da Fonseca, on Saturday directed the new governor of the province of Lunda-Norte to pay special attention to basic… Read more »
July 18
Uganda: Museveni Opens 70 Million - Litre Facility to Boost Uganda's Fuel Security
Nile Post
President Museveni has launched a 70 million litre fuel storage facility on Lake Victoria that is set to boost Uganda's fuel security. Read more »
Tanzania: Electric Train Poses Little Threat to Air Travel
Daily News
THE new electric train service, set to begin next Thursday from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma, is not expected to compete immediately with the country's airlines, according to analysts. Read more »
Liberia: Grand Gedeh Lawmaker Grades Boakai-Koung Govt Over Weah-Taylor's On Road Connectivity - Vows to Support 'Yellow Machines' Deal
FrontPageAfrica
A National Executive Committee (NEC) member of the former ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), Senator Zoe Emmanuel Pennue, has praised the Unity Party (UP)-led government… Read more »
Liberia: CDC Lawmaker Hails Boakai's Road Efforts
New Dawn
Opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) Senator Mr. Zoe Emmanuel Pennue has commended the government's improvement of the road corridor in his county, Grand Gedeh, saying… Read more »
July 17
Mozambique: Concerned At Lack of Money for Roads
AIM
The mayors of Mozambique's 65 municipalities are worried at the scarcity of the money needed to repair access roads, and the late disbursement of what little money does exist. Read more »
July 15
Tanzania: Tanzania Aims At Mega Food Storage
Daily News
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has instructed the National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) to increase its grains storing capacity to reach three million tonnes by 2030. Read more »
Uganda: Propose Jinja Expressway Set to Greatly Benefit Commuters
Nile Post
The long-awaited Jinja Express Highway project is poised to revolutionize transportation in Uganda, offering significant benefits in terms of time savings, cost efficiency, and… Read more »
Malawi: Chimbota CDO Constructs K80 Million Hall in Nkhata Bay
Nyasa Times
In a move aimed at boosting education infrastructure in Malawi, Chimbota Development Organisation (CDO) has constructed a state-of-the-art hall at Chimbota Secondary School in… Read more »
July 11
Africa: Education, Health and Infrastructure Facing Demographic Challenges [interview]
allAfrica
On the occasion of World Population Day celebrated this Thursday, July 11, 2024, Dr. Cheikh M. Faye, Regional Director of the West Africa Office of the African Population and… Read more »
Liberia: President Boakai Breaks Silence, Tells Legislature Yellow Machines Deal Still in Negotiation With Long-Time Friend
FrontPageAfrica
President Joseph Boakai said no deal has been reached by the government to purchase yellow machines as being speculated. Read more »
Zimbabwe: New Fire Station At RGM International Airport Completed
The Herald
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July 10
Ethiopia: How Urban Redevelopment Is Changing Addis Abeba's Health Outlook
Addis Standard
In Addis Abeba, the new corridor development project is poised to bring about significant changes to the city, enhancing both the economy and the wellbeing of its residents. This… Read more »
July 09
South Sudan: Ethiopia-South Sudan Economic Integration: Why Infrastructure Connectivity Is Key for Peace and Prosperity [opinion]
Addis Standard
Historical Context and Diplomatic Ties Read more »
Uganda: Con Men Swarm Hoima Stadium Project
Nile Post
Job is the name of their offering and in a country with half the population being youthful or younger, a job offer is appealing. Read more »
Ghana: Government Receives Five Bids for Saglemi Housing Project Completion
Accra Times
10 companies had initially submitted the bids, but only five - Afro Arab Properties Ltd, Quarm-LMI Consortium, Dredge Masters-Titanium, Broll Ghana Ltd, and Masiltin Group) were… Read more »
July 08
Ghana: VRA Issues Notice Over Possible Akosombo Dam Spillage
Accra Times
Last October, the dam spillage caused enormous havoc for communities living around the Volta and Eastern Regions. 88,000 people were affected, although no deaths were recorded Read more »
Liberia: LRA Real Estate Expansion Project Nets Over 20,000 Registered Properties in Bassa, Margibi
FrontPageAfrica
The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has registered and documented at least 20,000 real properties under its ongoing real estate decentralization project in Margibi and Grand Bassa… Read more »
Liberia: Arrest Agenda Gets Huge Boost
Liberian Observer
-- As first batch of yellow machines arrives Read more »
Kenya: PM Abiy Announces Completion of Arat Kilo - Kebena - Kenya Embassy Corridor in Addis Ababa
ENA
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed revealed that the Arat Kilo - Kebena - Kenya Embassy corridor in Addis Ababa is now finished, with greening efforts in the area clearly visible. Read more »
July 05
Nigeria: Nigerian Roads Now Designed On Concrete - Umahi
Premium Times
David Umahi says 70 per cent of federal highways are being designed on concrete to elongate their lifespans Read more »
Liberia: GOL Gives ELWA-Junction a Facelift
Liberian Observer
The famous ELWA Junction has been given a vibrant facelift, thanks to the leadership of the Paynesville City Corporation and the central government through the Ministry of Public… Read more »
Ethiopia: PM Praises Fruits of Corridor Dev't Project
Ethiopian Herald
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) announced that the Addis Ababa corridor development project, designed to create a clean and livable environment, has produced significant benefits… Read more »