June 24
South Africa: Cosatu Not Consulted About Government of National Unity - 'That Train Had Long Left' [analysis]
Daily Maverick
Tripartite Alliance member Cosatu has voiced its opposition to the DA's policies and emphasised the importance of maintaining labour rights. Read more »
Sudan: Humanitarian Emergency Committee Holds Meeting, Takes Some Measures
SNA
The Humanitarian Emergency Committee held a meeting on Monday under the chairmanship of Dr. Jibril Ibrahim, Minister of Finance, and reviewed the situation of Sudanese refugees in… Read more »
South Africa: Operation Phakisa Yields Success in Coastal Areas of the Namakwa District [press release]
SAPS
- The multi-disciplinary operation known as Operation Phakisa was executed between Thursday, 20 June 2024 and Sunday, 23 June 2024 in Port Nolloth, Kleinsee, Groenrivier, Alexander… Read more »
South Africa: Operation Shanela Kukula Leads to Arrest of Over 400 Suspects [press release]
SAPS
- In a significant victory against crime in Limpopo Province, the South African Police Service's weekly Operation Kukula, resulted in the arrest of 462 suspects involved in various… Read more »
South Africa: Three Police Officers Apprehended for Corruption and Defeating the Ends of Justice Appeared Before Court [press release]
SAPS
- Three Police officers stationed at Seshego Police Station made their initial court appearance at Seshego Magistrate's Court on the 24 June 2024, facing charges of corruption and… Read more »
Liberia: Maritime Authority Initiates Stakeholder Consultation
New Republic
...For IMO Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions Read more »
Nigeria: Security - Faan Deploys Armed Special Force to 5 Airports
Vanguard
The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, on Monday inaugurated 120 officers of the Aviation Security ( AVSEC) Special Force… Read more »
Morocco: Morocco's Medical Aid Illustrates HM the King's Permanent Support for Just Palestinian Cause, Says Palestinian Official
MAP
The humanitarian initiative of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Chairman of the Al Quds Committee, to deploy medical aid to the Palestinian population of Gaza, reflects the… Read more »
Morocco: Medical Aid to Gaza - Palestinian Official Hails Morocco's 'Sincere, Constant' Efforts in Support of Palestinians Under HM the King's Leadership
MAP
Ziad Al-Hamouri, Director of the Al-Quds Center for Economic and Social Rights, on Monday commended Morocco's "sincere and constant" efforts in support of the Palestinians, under… Read more »
Rwanda: Seven Rwandan Athletes Confirmed for Paris 2024 Games
New Times
Seven athletes will represent Rwanda in the 2024 Olympic Games that will take place in Paris, France, from July 26 to August 11. Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Walks the Talk
New Republic
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is not only talking the talk but is equally walking the talk as he finally complied with law to publish his assets almost four months after he… Read more »
Nigeria: Para-Athletes Stage Protest in Ilorin, Lock Out Stadium Workers
Daily Trust
Kwara Special athletes yesterday in Ilorin protested alleged neglect of their welfare by the State Sports Commission. Read more »
Nigeria: Amusan Anchors Nigeria to Relay Gold At African Championships
Premium Times
Nigeria currently boasts four gold medals at the Championships Read more »
Liberia: Arcelor Mittal Announces New CEO for Liberia
New Republic
ArcelorMittal Liberia announces the appointment of Michiel Van Der Merwe as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for ArcelorMittal Liberia, who will begin his tenure on 1 July… Read more »
Africa: How Africa's Legislatures Can Improve Security
ACSS
Legislatures play an integral role in advancing national security by ensuring priorities align with citizen interests, budgets are allocated to meet priorities, and adequate… Read more »
Kenya: Golden Girl Gladys Kwamboka Clinches Third Gold for Kenya At Africa Champs
Capital FM
National champion Gladys Kwamboka earned her first career medal when she won the women's 10,000m at the ongoing Africa Athletics Senior Championships in Douala, Cameroon. Read more »
Liberia: Jeety Vows Producing Gloves, Tires in Liberia
New Republic
Liberia-Successful Indian businessman, Mr. Upjit Singh Sachdeva, has vowed to produce the first rubber glove in as well as the first made-in-Liberia tire in the country, only if… Read more »
Nigeria: Flashback - I Don't Have Any House Outside Kaduna - El-Rufai
Daily Trust
On Monday, BusinessDay Newspaper released a list of Politically Exposed Nigerians (PEPs) with expensive properties in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAEs). Read more »
Ghana: 2006 Accra Stadium Rehabilitation - ICC Dismisses Micheletti's Arbitration Against Ghana
Accra Times
The arbitration proceedings instituted in 2023 were in respect of claims by Micheletti that had allegedly not been honoured by the government of Ghana Read more »
Gambia: Rotary Club of Brusubi Inaugurates New Executive, Inducts New Members
The Point
The Rotary Club of Brusubi on Saturday 22 June 2024 inaugurated a new executive and inducted five new members into the club in a ceremony held at a local hotel in Kololi. Read more »
Nigeria: Cholera - Nigeria Records 53 Deaths As Govt Warns Against Unhygienic Drinks
Premium Times
The NCDC DG noted that a recent risk assessment placed Nigeria at high risk of increased cholera transmission and impact. Read more »
Rwanda: Transfer Updates - Gorilla FC Sign Patrick Manzi From Police FC
New Times
Gorilla FC have signed Police FC midfielder Patrick Manzi as they continue their recruitment exercise in the ongoing offseason transfer window. Read more »
Tanzania: Exercise for Better Health - Msigwa
Daily News
Tanzanians are being urged to prioritise their health and safety through various exercises, such as yoga, to avoid non-communicable diseases. Read more »
South Africa: Seventh Parliament Set Up Internal Structures for Start of New Parliamentary Term [document]
Parliament of South Africa
Following the election of the Presiding Officers and the inauguration of the new President, the focus of the 7th Parliament will now shift to establishing internal structures… Read more »
Kenya: First Lady Rachel Advocates for Economic Empowerment of Widows
Capital FM
First Lady Rachel Ruto has called for increased support to economically empower widows who face significant challenges, including economic insecurity, social isolation, and… Read more »