January 21
Kenya: Wetang'ula, Family Among 28 Individuals Interviewed On Jirongo's Death
Capital FM
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula is among twenty-eight individuals who have recorded statements in the ongoing investigation into the fatal road traffic accident that… Read more »
Nigeria: How 'Mortal Inheritance' Made Me Famous 31 Years Ago - Omotola Jalade Ekeinde
Premium Times
"Thousands from all across Africa came in for the audition, a movie to be made by the legendary musician Mike Okri and Zeb Ejiro. I eventually..." Read more »
Nigeria: Jigawa Governor Applauds APC Chieftain, Farouk Aliyu, for Grassroots Economic Initiatives [press release]
Premium Times
The Governor made the commendation during the commissioning of a new Microfinance Bank and a Multi-purpose Shopping Plaza, the latest additions to Mr Adamu-Aliyu's local investment… Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Nmdc DG, Associates Face Corruption Charges in Jos
Premium Times
Linus Asuquo, a professor, appeared alongside three others, accused of unlawfully awarding public contracts valued in the tens of millions of naira. Read more »
Nigeria: New Judge Grants Bauchi Commissioner, Co-Defendants Bail in Terrorism Financing Trial
Premium Times
The new judge shifted away from the decision of an earlier judge who denied the Bauchi State commissioner and his co-defendants bail on the grounds of the gravity of the terrorism… Read more »
Nigeria: Five Soldiers, Police Officer, Killed in Zamfara Bandit Ambush - Official
Premium Times
The troops were intercepted by the terrorists while en route to protect a community under attack. Read more »
Nigeria: Again, Ogun Govt Halts Awujale Selection Process, Gives Reasons
Premium Times
This is the second time the Ogun State Government has halted the process for the selection of a new Awujale since December 2025. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Targets 10.4 Percent Growth in Fy 2026/27 As Budget Envelope Shrinks
Nile Post
Government has projected a sharp acceleration in economic growth to 10.4 percent in the 2026/27 financial year, describing the period as a critical turning point toward upper… Read more »
Uganda: 'I Was Rigged, but Lessons Learnt' - Nina Roz Eyes Political Comeback
Nile Post
Musician-turned-politician Nina Kankunda, popularly known as Nina Roz, has spoken out following her defeat in the Sembabule District Woman Member of Parliament race, saying the… Read more »
Nigeria: Six Benue Students Feared Dead As Boat Capsizes At Notorious Buruku Crossing
Premium Times
Another witness said the boat was carrying more than 45 passengers, alongside vehicles and goods, far beyond its safe capacity. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Woman in Cambodia Appeals for Urgent Govt Help Amid Human and Sex Trafficking Fears
Capital FM
A Kenyan woman stranded in Cambodia has issued a desperate appeal to the Kenyan government, warning that she and more than 100 other Kenyans are being held in unsafe conditions and… Read more »
Nigeria: Over 70 Bandits Neutralised in Kaduna
Daily Trust
Residents of Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State have commended the Nigerian military and the Kaduna State Government over a sustained security operation that reportedly… Read more »
Nigeria: Fire Guts 34 Classrooms At Kano Animal Health School
Daily Trust
A fire outbreak on Monday razed 34 classrooms at an Animal Health School in Kabo Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano State. Read more »
Ghana: Three More Suspects Arrested in Connection With Adabraka Gold Jewelry Robbery
Ghanaian Times
The Ghana Police Service has arrested three additional suspects in connection with the daylight armed robbery attack on a gold jewellery shop at Adabraka in the Greater Accra… Read more »
Ghana: Court Remands 3 Over Iphone 14 Robbery
Ghanaian Times
An Adenta Circuit Court has remanded three drivers into police custody for allegedly robbing a female passenger of an iPhone 14 after threatening her with a knife. Read more »
Liberia: Court Subpoenas Clar Weah
New Dawn
Former First Lady Clar Weah has come under public scrutiny as Presiding Judge of Criminal Court "A" Roosevelt Z. Willie has subpoenaed her foundation, demanding full accounting of… Read more »
Tanzania: Police Upgrade Child Protection Data Systems
Daily News
ZANZIBAR Police Force has vowed to strengthen the management and protection of child-related information through closer collaboration with local and international partners. Read more »
Tanzania: JKT Announces 2026 Voluntary Recruitment
Daily News
THE National Service (JKT) has announced opportunities for Tanzanian youth from both the Mainland and Zanzibar to join the 2026 voluntary national service training, with nationwide… Read more »
Tanzania: Z'bar Commits to Inclusive Growth As Budget Consultations Begin
Daily News
THE Zanzibar government has reiterated its commitment to achieving sustainable socio-economic development as it begins consultations for the 2026/27 national budget, amid continued… Read more »
Tanzania: Over 400 Musicians Set for Sauti Za Busara 2026
Daily News
MORE than 400 musicians from 21 countries across Africa and the globe are set to storm Zanzibar next month in the 23rd edition of Sauti za Busara. Read more »
Tanzania: Dar Port Efficiency Boosts Cargo Throughput
Daily News
THE Dar es Salaam Port has recorded significant improvements in cargo and vessel handling during the 2024/2025 financial year and the first half of the 2025/2026 financial year. Read more »
Tanzania: Mwinyi Drives Maritime Modernisation, Boosts Economy
Daily News
ZANZIBAR President Hussein Mwinyi has emphasised the need to modernise maritime transport to enhance the Isles' economy. Dr Mwinyi said maritime transport remains the backbone of… Read more »
Kenya: Lawyer Warns NSSF, Pssf Against Using Pension Funds to Buy KPC Shares
Capital FM
A Nairobi-based lawyer has warned the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) and the Public Service Superannuation Fund (PSSF) against using pension savings to buy shares in Kenya… Read more »
South Africa: Coal's Slow Death in Mpumalanga
Scrolla
Steve Tshwete Local Municipality in Middelburg used to be one of South Africa's top municipalities, boasting an average 95% rates collection. Read more »
Liberia: Orange Liberia Launches Operations in Karluway District With New 4G Tower
FrontPageAfrica
Orange Liberia has commenced operations in Karluway District for the first time following the installation of a new 4G network tower in the area. Read more »
