June 23
Liberia: African Athletics Championship - Team Liberia Wins First-Ever Gold Medals
Liberian Observer
After winning four medals (two silvers and two bronzes) at the 13th African Games held in Accra, Ghana, in March of this year, team Liberia continues to show impressive performance… Read more »
June 22
Kenya: Rights Group Condemns Shooting, Killing of Protesters [press release]
AI London
Despite the assurance by the Government that the right to assembly would be protected and facilitated, today’s protests have spiralled into violence. Human rights observers… Read more »
Rwanda: Kagame Backs Opposition Ban As Rwanda Election Nears
DW
Rwanda's president defended the central African nation's democratic record as campaigning for next month's vote got underway. Two prominent opposition candidates are barred from… Read more »
Sudan: El Fasher Fighting Incessant Despite UN Resolution, Civilians Trapped and No Aid Can Enter - MSF
MSF
Nine days since the UN Security Council called for an end to the fighting in El Fasher, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) - one of the few international humanitarian… Read more »
Nigeria: Abia Governor Speaks After Firing Spokesperson, Suspension of Commissioner
Premium Times
The governor recently sacked his spokesperson, Kazie Uko, days after suspending the state's health commissioner. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Protesters Driving Change From Screens to the Streets [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Nationwide demonstrations have erupted in Kenya over a controversial tax bill. The Finance Bill 2024, initially presented to parliament in May, has sparked discontent with an… Read more »
Uganda: Refugees Scoring Goals for Solidarity in Kampala
Nile Post
In a bid to harness solidarity and celebrate the unity and resilience of refugees in Uganda, the Refugee-Led Organisations Network of Uganda (RELON) organised a remarkable football… Read more »
Africa: Time for Change - Advancing New Drug Policies That Uphold Human Rights [press release]
AI London
To mark "World Drugs Day" on 26 June as activists worldwide are joining together under the #SupportDontPunish campaign, Amnesty International is launching this new policy paper to… Read more »
Malawi: Veep Usi Pledges Sacrificial Service, Seeks to Support Chakwera Achieve a Bold Agenda
Nyasa Times
In an emotional and poignant ceremony, Dr. Michael Bizwick USI was sworn in as the new Vice President of the Republic of Malawi on Friday at event which, held Parliament Building… Read more »
Somalia: Fresh Airstrikes Target Al-Shabaab in Bakool Region
Shabelle
Bakool region witnessed a series of airstrikes aimed at eliminating Al-Shabaab militants, who are posing a threat to Somalia and the Horn of Africa at large. Read more »
Kenya: LSK Issues 3-Week Ultimatum for CI, IPOA to Unmask Rex Masai's Killers
Capital FM
The Law Society of Kenya has issued a three-week ultimatum to the Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to unmask… Read more »
Kenya: Activists Seek Answers On Whereabouts of Content Creator Crazy Nairobian
Capital FM
A coalition of human rights Defenders and content creators are demanding answers from the Government on the whereabouts of a content creator Billy Simani alias Crazy Nairobian whom… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Leaders Under Fire in Lengthy X-Space Debate Over Finance Bill 2024
Capital FM
Kenyan leaders and government supporters faced sharp criticism on Saturday from thousands of Kenyans online for endorsing the proposed Finance Bill 2024 while neglecting the… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan War - African Union Peace and Security Council to Muster Emergency Summit
Dabanga
At its 1218th meeting in the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa on Friday, the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) proposed for an extraordinary summit to be… Read more »
Sudan: Experts Ask for a New Civilian Protection Force in Sudan
Ayin English
Considerations for implementing a new civil protection force are on the rise as the international community loses hope over a peaceful resolution to Sudan's conflict, now over 14… Read more »
Mauritius: New Community Health Centre Inaugurated At St François Xavier in Port Louis
Government of Mauritius
The Eastern Suburb Community Health Centre was inaugurated at St François Xavier, in Port-Louis, yesterday afternoon, by the Vice-Prime Minister, Minister of Local… Read more »
Mauritius: Inauguration of New Pont Bruniquel in Baie Du Tombeau - Ensuring Safety of Road Users
Government of Mauritius
The New Pont Bruniquel was inaugurated, today, in Baie du Tombeau, by the Minister of National Infrastructure and Community Development, Mr Mahendranuth Sharma Hurreeram. Read more »
Rwanda: 'Uwakugabiye Uramwitura' - Kagame Tells Rubavu Residents On Day 2 of Campaigns
New Times
Paul Kagame, Chairman and flagbearer of RPF-Inkotanyi and allied parties, has told members in Rubavu and neighbouring districts that he expects their support in elections referring… Read more »
Nigeria: NIMC Says Data Not Compromised Despite Rogue Sites Selling Nigerians' Data
Premium Times
A cyber security expert explained that while the data of unsuspecting visitors to certain sites could be easily harvested, it is impossible to obtain a large volume of data through… Read more »
Africa: Data Curation Workshop Seeks to Strengthen Sharing of Data On Disease-Causing Pathogens in Africa [press release]
Africa CDC
As part of its programme to expand capacity in and support for pathogen genomics around Africa, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention hosted its first training in… Read more »
Malawi: Usi Appointment Is Chakwera's Bold Move to Incorporate Other Sectors of Society in Key Leadership [analysis]
Nyasa Times
The recent appointment of Dr. Michael Usi as the Vice President of Malawi by President Lazarus Chakwera marks a significant development in Malawi's political landscape. Here's an… Read more »
Kenya: Confusion and Outrage Follow Itumbi's Flip-Flop On Crazy Nairobian's Release
Capital FM
Digital strategist Dennis Itumbi has retracted his earlier statement regarding the whereabouts of missing content creator Billy Simani, known as Crazy Nairobian, hours after… Read more »
South Africa: Gauteng Police Urge Social Media Users to Desist From Instilling Fear in the Communities Affected By Gang Violence [press release]
SAPS
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Kenya: Don't Get Intimidated By the Protestors - Cheruiyot Tells MPs
Capital FM
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has blasted Members of the Parliament who voted against the Finance Bill 2024 accusing them of attempting to sink the country into financial… Read more »
Kenya: Netizens Rally Against Finance Bill With Brief Ruto Appearance At X Forum
Capital FM
Kenyan netizens stormed X on Saturday, escalating protests against the Finance Bill 2024 and condemning poor governance in the country. Read more »