June 18
Uganda: NEMA Defends Lubigi Demolition Amid Public Outcry
Nile Post
The National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) has defended the ongoing demolition in the Lubigi wetland, an exercise that has left thousands homeless. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Car Import Trade - Economic Engine and Regulatory Shifts
Nile Post
The car import business in Uganda is a multi-million dollar industry. In recent years, the revenue generated from taxes and duties on imported vehicles has consistently bolstered… Read more »
Uganda: Is NEMA Prioritising Nature Preservation or Favouring the Wealthy?
Nile Post
The National Economic Empowerment Dialogue (NEED) party, led by Joseph Kabuleta, has raised questions about the actions of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA). Read more »
Liberia: Morlu Finally Resigns From CDC
New Dawn
The former chairman of the immediate past ruling party says he has resigned from the CDC to prioritize neutrality in civil society initiatives. Read more »
Liberia: Youth & Sports Minister Wants Career Counseling Back in Schools
New Dawn
Youths and Sports Minister Cole Baganlu is recommending the reintroduction of career counseling in Liberian schools to help young people select their future careers. Read more »
Kenya: Health Ministry Developing Kenya Nutrition Action Plan to Combat Malnutrition
Capital FM
The Ministry of Health is currently developing a Kenya Nutrition Action Plan (KNAP) that will scale up efforts in combating malnutrition. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Drops Proposed 16% VAT On Bread, Mobile Money Transfers
Capital FM
The proposed 16 percent levy on bread has been dropped following a Kenya Kwanza Parliamentary Group meeting chaired by President Williaim Ruto. Read more »
Nigeria: Lasg Reiterates Continuous Support for SMEs As Lagos Tourism Trade Fair Ends
This Day
Following the success recorded at the three-day Lagos Tourism and Naija Brand Chick Trade Fair, which ended on Sunday, the Lagos State Government, has reiterated its commitment to… Read more »
Nigeria: Rivers LGs Crisis - Showdown Looms, Armed Group Vows to Sack Council Chairmen
This Day
The controversy over the tenure of local government chairpersons in Rivers State yesterday took a fresh twist after some armed youths threatened to force out council heads found… Read more »
Nigeria: Rivers Tourism Devt Agency Partners Entrepreneur to Boost Entertainment Sectorrivers
This Day
The Rivers State Tourism Development Agency (RSTDA) has sealed a partnership deal with the Mayor of Housing, My-ACE China to boost tourism and entertainment. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu's Reforms Meant to Refocus Economy for Sustainable Growth, Says Kwara Governor
This Day
Kwara State Governor and Chairman, Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF), Alhaji AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, yesterday, said ongoing reforms by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu were meant to… Read more »
Nigeria: New Report Says Nigeria's Liquefied Natural Gas Expansion Drive Faces Severe Future Risks
This Day
Although Nigeria is embarking on massive expansion of its Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) footprint with many big ticket projects, like the Train-7, there are several risks to be… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Departs Lagos for South Africa Today
This Day
President Bola Tinubu will Tuesday depart Lagos for Pretoria, to attend the inauguration of his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's Partisan Food Aid Distribution Exposes Zanu-PF's Insincerity - Report
New Zimbabwe
HUMAN rights watchdog, Zimbabwe Peace Project (ZPP) has noted the politicisation of food aid in the country following a devastating El Nino-induced drought. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Judicial Services Commission Eyes Improved Efficiency As Ten High Court Judges Are Sworn in
New Zimbabwe
The Judicial Services Commission (JSC) has said it is now expecting improvements in service delivery following the appointment of ten new judges of the High Court. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Govt Starts Fire-Fighting Training Programs to Improve National Response to Emergencies
New Zimbabwe
The Minister of Local Government and Public Works, Daniel Garwe on Monday officially opened the Fire-Fighting Training of Trainers (ToT) program at Bison Agro-Machinery Workshop,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Meikles Maintains Strong Liquidity Levels - Group Revenue Up 102%
New Zimbabwe
MEIKLES Limited continues to post a very positive performance after recording a strong liquidity position on the back of a 102% revenue increase in the just-ended annual period. Read more »
Zimbabwe: ZACC Secures Evidence Against Ex-Con Chivayo, Chimombe in Murky ZEC Deal - Says There Are No Sacred Cows
New Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has said it has evidence against controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his colleagues Mike Chimombe, and Moses Mpofu calling… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Becomes 6th African Nation to Attain Who Maturity Level 3 Status
New Zimbabwe
The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe has been recognized for achieving a maturity level 3 (ML 3) status in the World Health Organization's classification of authorities for… Read more »
Nigeria: Police Announce Capture of 'Notorious Terrorist' in Yobe
Premium Times
The police say their State Intelligence Department (SID) arrested the suspect at a village in Yobe State. Read more »
Nigeria: Stop Plans to Buy New Private Jets for Tinubu, Shettima, Peter Obi Tells Govt
Premium Times
Mr Obi described the move as a clear show of insensitivity to the suffering of the Nigerian people. Read more »
Nigeria: Fubara Directs Outgoing Rivers Council Chairpersons to Vacate Seats Immediately
Premium Times
"Heads of local governments administration are hereby directed to immediately take charge of the councils and await further directives." Read more »
Ghana: Mandatory Health Insurance for Non-Resident Visitors an NHIA Proposal, Not Govt Policy, Says Health Minister
Accra Times
The Health Minister, Bernard Okoe Boye says the introduction of mandatory health insurance for non-resident visitors is a proposal by the National Health Insurance Authority… Read more »
Ghana: Labour Could Not Have Fought Ssnit Hotel Sale Without the NDC - Trade Unionist
Accra Times
Trade unionist Abraham Koomson says labour has failed and could not have fought the planned sale of SSNIT hotels without the NDC Read more »
Ethiopia: Sustainable Energy Offers 'Hope' in Fight Against Desertification, Land Loss
ENA
Sustainable sources of energy, including solar and wind power, can help communities across the world to reverse desertification and land loss, according to Ibrahim Thiaw, the… Read more »