July 09
Liberia: 48,000 Flood Victims in Dire Urgent Need
New Republic
Forty communities across Montserrado, Margibi, and Grand Bassa counties in Liberia were hit by unprecedented rainy season floods, most recently on June 28. Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Sends Condolences to Deceased SANDF Members
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his condolences to the families of four South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members who passed away while on duty overnight on Friday. Read more »
Nigeria: Emirship Tussle - NNPP, Not Tinubu, Will Be Defeated in 2027 - APC
Leadership
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) will suffer defeat in Kano State in 2027 general election as a result of the Kano Emirship tussle, not President Bola Tinubu, the All… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Committed to Workers' Rights, Decent Wage - Labour Minister
Leadership
Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has sought collaboration efforts to create a conducive working environment and productivity in the country's… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mixed Fortunes for Mines in 2024
The Herald
MINING, a key driver of Zimbabwe's economy, faces a challenging outlook in 2024 following projected revenue declines due to depressed global commodity prices and persistent power… Read more »
Nigeria: To Contain Worsening Food Crisis, Govt May Suspend Duties, Taxes On Certain Imports
This Day
There are strong indications that the federal government is actively considering a raft of fiscal measures to mitigate the worsening food crisis in the country, which has pushed… Read more »
Nigeria: Global Food Prices Steady in June, Cereal Production Hit Record High - FAO
This Day
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has stated that the benchmark for world food commodity prices remained stable in June. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria May Lose $20bn in Cocoa Exports Over Environmental Issues, Says FRC Boss
This Day
Executive Secretary/Chief Executive, Financial Reporting Council (FRC) of Nigeria, Dr. Rabiu Olowo, yesterday said the country was on the brink of losing $20 billion in cocoa… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Govt Plans to Relocate Correctional Centres - Minister
Premium Times
Citing the Suleja and Ikoyi Correctional Centres as examples, Mr Tunji-Ojo said the planned relocation was because urbanisation had eaten deep into the setbacks that ought to be… Read more »
Zimbabwe: U.S.$238 000 Robbery Suspect in Court
The Herald
A SUSPECTED armed robber yesterday appeared in court on allegations of teaming up with two accomplices, who are already on remand, to rob the complainant of US$238 000 at gunpoint. Read more »
Uganda: UPDF Recruits 62 in Sebei As Part of Ongoing Exercise
Nile Post
As part of the nationwide recruitment drive, UPDF selected 62 candidates in the Sebei Sub area of eastern Uganda. 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 »
Uganda: Deputy UPDF Land Forces Commander Commissions 52 Housing Units
Nile Post
The 507 Brigade headquarters of the 5 Infantry Division in the Pader district, 52 housing units were put into service by Major General Francis Takirwa, the Deputy Commander Land… Read more »
South Africa: Storm Surge Expected Along the Coastline of South Africa [press release]
South African Weather Service
An intense cold front/mid-latitude cyclone is forecasted to bring a significant drop in atmospheric pressure and strong winds, leading to high waves and storm surge along the west… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Cult Leader Faces Terrorism Charges Over Mass Starvation Deaths
RFI
The self-proclaimed leader of an evangelical doomsday cult in Kenya has gone on trial in Mombasa, facing charges of terrorism for allegedly inciting more than 400 of his followers… Read more »
Kenya: Moody's Downgrades Kenya Over Fiscal Strategy Concerns
Business Day Africa
Moody's has downgraded Kenya's sovereign rating deeper into junk territory, citing a diminished capacity to implement a fiscal consolidation strategy after the government dropped… Read more »
East Africa: Deteriorating Security in DRC Takes Centre Stage At EAC Retreat
Business Day Africa
The East African Community (EAC) ministerial meeting concluded on Sunday with a stark focus on the worsening security situation in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),… Read more »
South Africa: Prepare for Next Cold Front Due to Make Landfall on Tuesday
Government of Western Cape
The Provincial Disaster Management Centre (PDMC) received reports from the various districts as well as Western Cape Government (WCG) departments earlier today after the… Read more »
South Africa: Butterworth Families Evicted By Chiefs in 2011 Are Still Waiting for Promised Houses
GroundUp
People of Bhungeni were moved to make way for a mall which has still not been built Read more »
South Africa: Exhibition Honours Work of Late Bang Bang Club Photojournalist
GroundUp
Ken Oosterbroek's "photographs will bring awareness to the importance of photography in the creation of our collective historical record" says curator Read more »
Uganda: Medics, Leaders in Kikuube Demand for Eye Specialist
Nile Post
Medics and leaders in Kikuube District have appealed to government to consider recruiting an eye specialist to as low as a health centre so that they can detect cases and refer… Read more »
Uganda: Defiant Ssekikubo Heads to West Nile, North
Nile Post
The movers and seconders of the motion seeing to impeach the four embattled commissioners of Parliament are concerned that majority of the legislators in the areas of their tour to… Read more »
Uganda: FINCA Commits to Championing Financial Independence in Refugee Settlements
Nile Post
FINCA Uganda has expressed commitment to integrating refugees into the Ugandan economy and promote self-reliance. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Opts for Duty-Free Imports of Rice, Wheat, Beans, Others
Vanguard
The Federal Government is planning to suspend duties, tariffs, and taxes on some essential food items imported through land and sea borders. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Police Crackdown On Illegal Miners in Mazowe
New Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a stern warning to illegal miners operating in Mazowe Mine Lease 35, ordering them to leave the premises by July 13. Read more »