June 12
Nigeria: Tinubu Announces National Awards for Democracy Activists, 'Soldier-Democrats of the June 12 Struggle'
This Day
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Democracy Day announced national awards for dozens of Nigerians who played roles in the struggle for democratic rule. Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Bans Linked Financial Entities From Extending Loans to Each Other
Vanguard
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has banned closely linked financial entities from extending loans or guaranteeing the obligations of one another without the bank's prior… Read more »
Nigeria: Bandits, Kidnappers, Sponsors of Terror - Surrender or Face Full Force of State, Tinubu Warns
Vanguard
ABUJA -- President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern warning to bandits, kidnappers and sponsors of terrorism across the country, urging them to surrender or face the full force of… Read more »
Africa: Africa Pushes for Data Sovereignty and Digital Independence
IPS
From data embassies to AI "factories," policymakers say control over data will define the continent's economic future. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Approves 50,000 Police Recruits, Hopeful On Abducted Pupils' Return
Vanguard
ABUJA -- President Bola Tinubu has announced plans to recruit more than 50,000 new police officers and thousands of military personnel as part of measures to strengthen security… Read more »
Kenya: Police Seize 833 Litres of Illicit Alcohol in Korogocho Crackdown
Capital FM
A multi-agency security team operation in Nairobi seized 800 litres of Kangara and 33 litres of Chang'aa during a joint operation in Korogocho. Read more »
Nigeria: Xenophobia - Govt, Evacuees Slam South Africa Over Documentation Claims
Vanguard
The Federal Government and 268 Nigerians repatriated from South Africa have rejected claims by Pretoria that all those returned to the country, yesterday, were undocumented,… Read more »
Tanzania: Over 50 Undergo Free Limb Fitting Assessment in Zanzibar
Daily News
A limb rehabilitation outreach and training mission is underway in Zanzibar, targeting to bring smiles to 100 amputees in the Isles. Read more »
Kenya: Police Propose Special Border Unit to Combat Alcohol Smuggling
Capital FM
The National Police Service (NPS) has proposed the creation of a dedicated Border Alcohol Smuggling Interdiction Unit to tackle the growing influx of counterfeit alcohol and… Read more »
Nigeria: Is Nigeria's Democracy Imperilled? [editorial]
Leadership
Since the exit of the military from political power in 1999, Nigeria has deemed fit to set aside every June 12 to reminisce on its democratic journey and commemorate the late Chief… Read more »
Nigeria: 2 High Profile ISWAP Commanders Surrender to Troops in Borno
Leadership
Two high profile Islamic State West African ( ISWAP) terrorists Commanders have surrendered to troops amid sustained military operations in Borno State. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Directs Security Agencies to Track, Arrest Bandits Using TikTok
Leadership
The Senate on Thursday called on security agencies to urgently intensify surveillance and enforcement actions against bandits and terrorists who openly showcase their criminal… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Equatorial Guinea President Mbasogo Lands in Harare for Two-Day State Visit
New Zimbabwe
Equatorial Guinea President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo touched down at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport Thursday for a two-day State visit, signalling deeper… Read more »
South Africa: Betting Battle Joined - SA Reserve Bank Probes Betway
Daily Maverick
Gambling giant Betway has disclosed that it is facing an investigation by the South African Reserve Bank. Read more »
Kenya: MP Seeks Probe Into Pay Disparities At International Media Houses
Capital FM
Funyula MP Ojiambo Oundo has called for an investigation into allegations of labour exploitation, racial discrimination and unequal pay affecting Kenyan journalists working for… Read more »
Kenya: Mombasa Hosts Global Maritime Security Conference Amid Turbulence in Shipping and Trade Routes
Capital FM
Maritime security experts, government officials and international partners from across Africa, Asia, the Pacific, Latin America and Europe have gathered in Mombasa for a high-level… Read more »
South Africa: Tshwane Residents Left Behind in Housing Project
GroundUp
537 people were approved for houses but only 447 were built Read more »
Nigeria: June 12, Democracy and a Resilient People [opinion]
This Day
Today, I join millions of Nigerians across the country and in the diaspora to commemorate June 12 - a day that stands as a defining moment in our nation's democratic journey. It is… Read more »
Nigeria: Improvement in Manufacturing, Trade, Service Drove Business Expansion in May - Report
This Day
The Nigeria Economic Summit Group's (NESG) Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) report stated that improved performances in manufacturing, services and trade drove business expansion… Read more »
Africa: ZCTU Blames South Africa's Soft Stance On Zimbabwe for Migration Crisis
New Zimbabwe
THE Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has blamed neighboring South Africa's (SA) soft stance on Zimbabwe's political crisis for the continued migration crisis. Read more »
Zimbabwe: High Court Orders Forfeiture of Eight Vehicles Linked to Fugitives of the Law
New Zimbabwe
THE High Court has ordered the forfeiture to the State of eight vehicles linked to fugitives of the law. Read more »
Africa: Red Card Chaos As Mexico Sink South Africa in World Cup Opener
Scrolla
Funda ngesiZuluBy Razeen Gutta Read more »
Liberia: Inter-Religious Council Endorses Strengthening Families Conference, Rejects Claims of Religious Agenda
FrontPageAfrica
The Inter-Religious Council of Liberia (IRCL) has thrown its support behind the upcoming Strengthening Families Conference, emphasizing that the event is a national development… Read more »
Rwanda: Top Seven Weekend Picks - Kigali and Rubavu
New Times
Live music, stand-up comedy, sports and cultural experiences are all on the agenda this weekend. Read more »
Namibia: Diplomats Eye Namibia's Economic Potential
New Era
Namibia's growing importance as an emerging energy, oil and gas and investment destination was placed in the international spotlight yesterday when President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah… Read more »
