June 24
Africa: What Helps Women Eat Well? Control Over Money, Time and Decisions Matters [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Worldwide, women carry the greatest burden of malnutrition. More than two-thirds of women of childbearing age don't get enough of at least one micronutrient. These are the vitamins… Read more »
South Africa: How a Basic Solar Grant Brought Cheaper Electricity to One Shack Settlement in South Africa [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
In South Africa, 47% of the national population is energy poor, meaning that they spend more than 10%-15% of their income on power and still do not have nearly enough for their… Read more »
Africa: Female Baboons Keep Family Bonds Strong - Research Reveals the Benefits [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Baboons are one of the most widespread of Africa's primate groups. They range across sub-Saharan Africa and into the Arabian Peninsula. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia - the Disappeared [analysis]
African Arguments
On the evening of 26 June 2021, a woman named Ikran Tahlil Farah left her home in Mogadishu after receiving a call from a number she did not recognize. She got into a car. Her… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia in the Crosshairs - the Consequences of the Iran War On Somalia [analysis]
African Arguments
The US-Israel war on Iran has had global ramifications in the cost of daily life and geopolitical calculations. Because of geographical proximity, political instability, and… Read more »
Benin: Benin's New President Seeks New Outreach to Togo and Niger [analysis]
African Arguments
On May 24, 2026, former Beninese finance minister under the outgoing president Patrice Talon, Romuald Wadagni, was sworn into office as the President of Benin. His election was… Read more »
Guinea Bissau: Guinea-Bissau 2026 Economic Update - Pathways for Unlocking Productivity-Led Private Sector Growth [press release]
World Bank
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Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Arrives in Galmudug for Talks With Regional President
Shabelle
Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre arrived in the central city of Dhusamareb on Wednesday for an official visit to Galmudug state, where he was received by regional President… Read more »
Botswana: Thrill of High Speed Racing Returns to Gaborone
Botswana Daily News
Although preparations are at infancy stage, the second edition of the Sarona 1000 Desert Race is expected to deliver an experience comparable to international off-road rallies. Read more »
Kenya: Bishops After Attack On Anglican Cathedral in Nairobi - 'Is This in the Interest of the Political Elite?'
Agenzia Fides
"If what we saw happen in All Saints Cathedral Nairobi is anything to go by, where a meeting was disrupted by goons, who were so confident as to even threaten the policemen… Read more »
South Africa: DA Refers Deputy Minister Zikalala to the Public Protector Over Unlawful Appointment of Idt Chairperson [press release]
DA
The Democratic Alliance has laid a complaint with the Public Protector against the former Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala (now Deputy Minister), over… Read more »
Nigeria: Seun Kuti Laments Lack of Opportunities for Talented Scientists and Engineers in Nigeria
Leadership
Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has criticised what he described as the absence of adequate structures to support talented young Nigerians, particularly those pursuing careers in… Read more »
Nigeria: Masquerades Lead Protest Over Acquisition of Farmland for Solar Project in Niger
Vanguard
Masquerades in full regalia on Tuesday led residents of Diko town in Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State in a peaceful protest against the acquisition of 500 hectares of… Read more »
Nigeria: ICPC, Immigration Partner to Tackle Illegal Migration Through Borno Borders
Vanguard
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has partnered with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Borno State Command, to combat corruption… Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Targets 30,000 Pupils Daily Under School Feeding Programme
Vanguard
No fewer than 30,000 primary and secondary school pupils across selected schools in Lagos State are expected to benefit daily from a free meal programme under the "Adopt a School… Read more »
Malawi: CSOs Challenge OPC's Alleged Role in Escom Procurement, Warn of Threat to Malawi 2063 Goals
Nyasa Times
A coalition of human rights activists and civil society organisations (CSOs) has announced plans to seek judicial intervention over what it describes as persistent interference by… Read more »
Uganda: Dozens of Makerere Non-Teaching Staff Frustrated By Selective Salary Harmonisation
Independent (Kampala)
More than 120 non-teaching staff at Makerere University are demanding answers over a salary harmonisation exercise they say left them behind, despite the government releasing… Read more »
Uganda: Plu-Backed MPs Seek to Oust Leader of the Opposition
Independent (Kampala)
A fresh political battle over the office of the Leader of the Opposition (LOP) is brewing after two Members of Parliament notified Parliament of their intention to introduce a… Read more »
Uganda: Why Police Tactics Are Falling Short On Kidnapping for Ransom Cases
Independent (Kampala)
Security experts are warning that inadequate investment in kidnapping investigation skills has left law enforcement agencies exposed, fueling public anxiety as kidnapping cases… Read more »
South Africa: AG Tables Local Government Outcome Reports for 2024-2025
SAnews.gov.za
Auditor General (AG) Tsakani Maluleke has noted that while there are some green shoots, municipalities have made limited progress in improving audit outcomes. Read more »
South Africa: Private Sector Urged to Partner With Government to Improve Air Quality
SAnews.gov.za
Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Bernice Swarts has called on the private sector to work with government to strengthen efforts to improve air quality. Read more »
Southern Africa: President Ramaphosa to Address 9th SACU Summit in Cape Town
SAnews.gov.za
Regional economic integration, industrial development and trade cooperation is expected to come under the spotlight when President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the 9th Summit of the… Read more »
South Africa: Government Brings Its Services Closer to Communities in Chief Albert Luthuli Local Municipality
SAnews.gov.za
Government has called on community members in the Chief Albert Luthuli Local Municipality in Mpumalanga to attend the Government Exhibition Day (GED) on Thursday and make use of… Read more »
South Africa: Youth and Constitution Dialogue to Mark 1976 Uprising Anniversary
SAnews.gov.za
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, together with the University of South Africa (UNISA), will host the Youth and the Constitution Dialogue in observance of… Read more »
South Africa: Gauteng Education Department Apologises for Delayed Report Cards
SAnews.gov.za
The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has apologised to learners, parents and school communities affected by delays in the issuing of report cards at some public ordinary… Read more »
