June 25
Nigeria: Emefiele Awarded Contracts to Wife, Brother-in-Law - Witness
Daily Trust
A witness in the trial of former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has testified how he awarded contracts to companies belonging to his wife and… Read more »
Nigeria: MPC Member Urges Govt to Take Urgent Action to Derisk Investment Climate Amid Outlows
This Day
A member of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), Dr. Aloysius Uche Ordu, has said the country needed urgent action to scale up improvements in overall… Read more »
Nigeria: We Can't Achieve Security, Peace Without Dealing With Historical Injustices - Tinubu
This Day
President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, said though steps taken to combat Nigeria's security challenges had been mapped out before he took up the presidency, achieving security and peace… Read more »
Nigeria: For Energy Transition to Succeed, Our Vulnerable People Must Be Supported - President
This Day
President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, declared that Nigeria remained committed to a balanced approach to energy transition that supports the vulnerable of the society. Read more »
Nigeria: Otedola Acquires Additional N17.2bn Worth of FBN Holdings' Shares, Now Holds 11.64% Stake
This Day
The Chairman of FBN Holdings Plc, Mr. Olufemi Otedola, has purchased an estimated N17.2billion worth of shares in the holding company to further cement his position as the single… Read more »
Nigeria: Over 1,800 Filling Stations Shut in North-East As Govt Moves Against Fuel Smuggling
This Day
Nearly 2,000 petrol outlets were shut in Nigeria's North-east yesterday to protest against an anti-smuggling operation that targeted some operators, the local head of the… Read more »
Namibia: Over 460 Delegates to Convene in Windhoek for Ahif 2024
Namibian
The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) says over 460 delegates from 41 countries, including investors, business leaders, government officials and industry… Read more »
Sudan: Unicef Urges Immediate Action for Sudanese Children Amid Ongoing War
Capital FM
The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has called for urgent action to support millions of Sudanese children whose lives have been devastated by the… Read more »
Kenya: Wetangula Directs Ichung'wah to Consult IG On Oguda's Whereabout Following Abduction Claims
Capital FM
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has directed the Majority Leader Kimani Ichungwa to consult with the Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome over the abduction of… Read more »
Namibia: Namibians Prefer Netflix Over DStv
Namibian
Namibians say they prefer streaming platforms such as Netflix and Home Box Office (HBO) over Digital Satellite Television (DStv). Read more »
Nigeria: Another Nigerian Pilgrim Returns Lost €1,750 Pounds in Hajj
Vanguard
A Nigerian pilgrim, Muhammad Na'Allah from Gumi Local Government Area of Zamfara state has returned the sum of €1,750 (One thousand seven hundred and fifty euros) which he… Read more »
Uganda: Trade Ministry Official Joins MPs in Luzira in Sh3.4 Billion Court Case
Independent (Kampala)
The Anti-corruption Court in Kampala has remanded Leonard Kavundira, the Principal Cooperative Officer from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives to Luzira prison for… Read more »
Uganda: Afreximbank Pledge $2bn to Africa Health Security Plan
Independent (Kampala)
Afreximbank and the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have announced a new cooperation agreement at the Global Forum for Vaccine Sovereignty and Innovation in… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Clays Unveils a 5-Year Strategic Plan
Independent (Kampala)
Uganda Clays Limited has unveiled a 5-year strategic plan aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction, boosting shareholder value, and fostering employee engagement. Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Arrest Suspected Bandits, Gunrunners in Plateau, Kaduna
Vanguard
Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) and 3 Division of the Nigerian Army, Rukuba, near Jos, have arrested some suspected bandits and gunrunners in Plateau and Kaduna State. Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Relieves Nelson, Appoints Dr. Conteh to Lead Search for UL Prez
Liberian Observer
In a move aimed at resolving a weeks-long standoff between the University of Liberia (UL) faculty and administration, President Joseph N. Boakai, Sr. has appointed Ambassador Dr.… Read more »
Liberia: Nafaa DG Denies Corruption Scandal
Liberian Observer
The Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA) has denied corruption allegations surrounding the World Bank-funded Liberia Sustainable Management… Read more »
Ethiopia: National Workshop On Tackling Impact of Pollution Underway
ENA
A two-day national workshop aimed at finding ways to tackling environmental pollution opened in Addis Ababa today. Read more »
Kenya: KRA Begins Data Clean Up On Itax System
Capital FM
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has urged all registered taxpayers to update their personal details on iTax so as to facilitate a smooth ongoing data clean-up exercise of… Read more »
Malawi: Mulli's K5 Billion Malawi Savings Bank Case Moved to High Court
Nyasa Times
Chief Resident Magistrate (CRM) Madalitso Chimwaza Monday committed proceedings to the High Court in a case involving K5 billion alleged fraud at the disposed of Malawi Savings… Read more »
Malawi: Ministry of Transport Optimistic to Increase Agricultural Exports Through Satcp
Nyasa Times
Ministry of transport and public works is optimistic that through Southern Africa Trade and Connectivity Project (SATCP), the country is going to open up trade by removing barriers… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Former Warriors Coach Brito Backs Magaya for Zifa Presidency
New Zimbabwe
Former Highlanders and Warriors coach Baltermir Brito believes Yadah Stars owner prophet Walter Magaya should be the next ZIFA president. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Welshman Ncube Tears Into 'Completely Autocratic' Chamisa - Says He Led Opposition Through 'Runners'
New Zimbabwe
CITIZENS Coalition for Change (CCC) interim president Welshman Ncube has criticised former opposition leader Nelson Chamisa for undermining democratic principles in the opposition… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Bulawayo Woman Jailed 10 Years for Setting Husband Ablaze
New Zimbabwe
A Bulawayo woman, Sindiso Ndlovu has been slapped with a 10-year jail term for killing her husband Busani Ncube in an arson attack over infidelity issues. Read more »
Nigeria: Gov Eno Splashes N1.4bn As Bonus for Civil Servants
Leadership
Workers in Akwa Ibom State are to enjoy a N1.4 billion bonus. Read more »