January 26
Nigeria: FG Vows Renewed Commitment to Climate-Smart Agriculture Amid Positive Pilot Outcomes
This Day
The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to secure cleaner air, healthier communities, resilient food systems, and a more climate-secure Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Intercept Truck Conveying Explosive Devices in Oyo
This Day
The Oyo State Police Command yesterday said it intercepted some items suspected to be explosive devices in Saki, Oke Ogun area of the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Tonye Cole Empowers 230,000 Youths in Rivers State
This Day
The COLE'ctive Initiative has unveiled COLE2Learn, a youth-centred education platform designed to empower 230,000 young people across Rivers State as active co-creators of… Read more »
Kenya: Gor Mahia Top Scorer Set for Lengthy Spell Out After Knee Injury
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Gor Mahia's top scoring striker Felix Oluoch is set for a long spell on the sidelines after incurring a knee injury. Read more »
Kenya: Northern Kenya Journalists in Bribery Storm After Botched Plot to Kill an Interview
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The sudden collapse of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's much-hyped interview with journalists from Northern Kenya has sparked whispers of a botched cash-for-silence… Read more »
Kenya: Sidian Bank Launches Clean Water Drive for Schools in Meru
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Sidian Bank has rolled out a Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) campaign in Meru County aimed at improving access to clean water in schools and surrounding communities. Read more »
Liberia: 62-Year-Old Man Arrested in Ganta for Allegedly Raping 10-Year-Old Girl
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Authorities of the Women and Children Protection Division of the Liberia National Police (LNP) in Ganta, Nimba County have arrested and charged a 62-year-old man with statutory… Read more »
Kenya: APs Seal Kakamega, Iron Ladies Crowned Western Bingwafest Champions
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APS Seal Kakamega and Iron Ladies Academy are the new Western Region football champions after triumphing during the regional finals held at the Mumias Sports Complex, Mumias,… Read more »
Kenya: Cak Okays Kcb Group's Acquisition of Fintech Riverbank
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The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has approved the proposed acquisition of control of Riverbank Solutions Limited by KCB Group PLC, formally clearing a transaction first… Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Aide Questions Lack of Return Date for Tinubu's Turkey Visit
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Paul O. Ibe, Special Assistant on Public Communication to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has raised concerns over the Presidency's handling of information regarding… Read more »
Tanzania: Ruvuma, Lindi Sign Forest Restoration MOU Under Forland Project
Daily News
THE governments of Tanzania and Finland have signed a Regional Forest Restoration Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) covering Ruvuma and Lindi regions, marking a significant… Read more »
Uganda: Next Media's Desire Mugumisa Elected New Heathens Rugby Club Chairman
Nile Post
Heathens Rugby Club have elected Desire Derekford Mugumisa as their new chairman for the 2026-2028 term following a closely contested vote at the club's Annual General Meeting held… Read more »
Uganda: Munyagwa Calls for Electoral Reforms, Accountability of Election Officials
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Former Common Man's Party (CMP) presidential candidate Mubarak Munyagwa Sserunga, popularly known as Mugati Gwa Butter, has renewed calls for sweeping electoral reforms, urging… Read more »
Uganda: Rwashande Warns Moneylenders Against Illegal Land Seizures
Nile Post
Retired Brigadier-General Emmanuel Rwashande has issued a stern warning to moneylenders who confiscate people's land over unpaid loans, describing the practice as illegal,… Read more »
Uganda: Mbarara City Suspend Four Players Amid Salary Arrears Dispute
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Mbarara City FC have suspended four players indefinitely following what the club described as "unprofessional" conduct, amid an ongoing dispute over unpaid salaries. Read more »
Uganda: Balimwezo Pledges Inclusive, Solutions-Driven Leadership As New Kampala Lord Mayor
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Kampala Lord Mayor-elect, Eng. Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, has pledged to lead the capital city with inclusivity, unity, and a solutions-focused approach, emphasizing teamwork over… Read more »
Tanzania: Azam Keep CAF Hopes Alive
Daily News
AZAM FC claimed a vital 2-1 victory over Nairobi Union in their CAF Confederation Cup Group B encounter at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Sunday. Read more »
Tanzania/Tunisia: Simba Left With Mountain to Climb After Esperance Defeat
Daily News
SIMBA SC's hopes of reaching the CAF Champions League quarter-finals are hanging by a thread after a 1-0 defeat to Tunisia's Esperance on Saturday, leaves the Tanzanian giants at… Read more »
Liberia: Plan UK Conducts Technical Field Visit to Nyehn Town, Showcasing Impact of Liberia Women Empowerment Project
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Nyehn Town, Todee District, Rural Montserrado County -- The Liberia Women Empowerment Project (LWEP), in collaboration with Plan International UK, recently conducted a high-level… Read more »
Liberia: PLP Rebrands, Launches Membership Drive As Tappla Doe Calls On Liberians for Renewed Support
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The People's Liberation Party (PLP) has officially launched a nationwide membership drive, signaling a renewed push to rebuild its grassroots base and expand its political reach… Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Reclaims Its Diplomatic Voice - Inside the Strategic Foreign Policy Reset Under Sara Beysolow Nyanti [analysis]
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Since assuming office in February 2024, Liberia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Dean of the Cabinet, H.E. Rev. Sara Beysolow Nyanti, has overseen one of the most consequential… Read more »
Namibia: Girl (9) Killed in Crocodile Attack At Kavango West
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A nine-year-old girl died on Saturday morning following a crocodile attack at Mazwa village in the Kavango West region. Read more »
South Africa: DJ Maphorisa Shows Off R8 Million Royalty Payout
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DJ Maphorisa, whose real name is Themba Sekowe, posted royalty payments from NMG Music totalling R8-million on X. The producer thanked artists and producers working under NMG… Read more »
South Africa: Not One Learner Passed Matric At Limpopo School
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All 15 learners failed matric at Naledi Ya Meso Secondary School in Dikgalaopeng, Limpopo, the country's only 100% fail rate. Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba visited the school on 15… Read more »
Kenya: Gor Mahia Coach Akonnor Praises Defender for Bailing Out K'ogalo On Two Occasions
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Gor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor has praised Paul Ochuoga's increasing role in their race for the 2025/26 Kenya Premier League crown. Read more »
