June 17
Zimbabwe: A Generation Lost Due to Drug and Substance, Let's Pray for Our Children - Minister
New Zimbabwe
MINISTER of State for Mashonaland West Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Marian Chombo has urged citizens to stop abusing drugs and substances as the country risks losing a whole… Read more »
Somalia: Puntland Police Apprehend Notorious Pirate in Garawe
Shabelle
the Nugaal police force in Puntland has successfully arrested Mohamed Sufi, a notorious pirate involved in the hijacking of the MV Room and MV Abdalla. Read more »
Kenya: Nearly 8 in 10 Kenyan Men Optimistic About Financial Improvement - Old Mutual
Capital FM
Old Mutual has unveiled its latest Financial Services Monitor (OMFSM), highlighting a positive outlook among Kenyan men regarding their financial future. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Denounce Booing of Emir Sanusi, Warn Troublemakers
Vanguard
The Police Command in Kano State has expressed displeasure over individuals booing the entourage of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II as he returned to his palace after Eid prayers. Read more »
Uganda: Why Women's Participation in Uganda Politics Is Cosmetic
Independent (Kampala)
Political parties in Uganda have a long way to go to improve the position of women in their ranks. This according to a study by Kyambogo University lecturer, Hannah Muzee, of the… Read more »
Lesotho: Chief Justice Sakoane Tightens Judicial Workings
Lesotho Times
...issues code of conduct for judges Read more »
Lesotho: No Funds Yet for Commission on Torture, Escape of Correctional Service Recruits
Lesotho Times
...as commissioners remain unpaid Read more »
Liberia: Liberian Government's Open Apology to Jailed Former Chief Justice Gloria Musu-Scott Sparks Mixed Reactions
FrontPageAfrica
The Government of Liberia's decision to openly apologize to jailed Chief Justice Gloria Musu-Scott for 'psychological distress' and grant her rare access to hold a press conference… Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Tightens Grips Against Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing
Liberian Observer
Liberia has taken a significant step in combating money laundering and terrorism financing by obtaining a full membership of the Egmont Group, a Charter of Financial Intelligence… Read more »
Kenya: Deputy President Gachagua Pleads for Prayers Amid Deepening Rift in Ruling Party
Capital FM
Embattled Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is now pleading with Kenyans to pray for him as he faces increasing political pressure and allegations of sabotage within the ruling… Read more »
Liberia: Justice Scott Denies Compassion Leave
New Dawn
Liberia's imprisoned former Chief Justice, Cllr. Gloria Musu Scott denied media reports that the government had granted her compassionate release from prison. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Records Slight Improvement in Democratic Perception Index, but Citizens' Concerns Remain - Report
Premium Times
The report says that Nigerians believe that government only serves the interest of a minority and identify corruption as the biggest threat to democracy. Read more »
Africa: Mo Ibrahim Foundation Announces 2024 Ibrahim Leadership Fellows from Morocco, Tanzania, and Nigeria
Mo Ibrahim Foundation
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation is pleased to announce the 2024 class of Ibrahim Leadership Fellows, which will see three emerging African leaders participate in one-year mentoring… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopians Rate Govt Highly On Promotion of Gender Equality, Though Disparities Persist
Afrobarometer
Most citizens endorse equality in hiring, land ownership, and political leadership. Read more »
Ghana: Government Misses Treasury Bills Target Narrowly, but Interest Rates Drop
Accra Times
Treasury bill target was narrowly missed but interest rates on the bills dropped as inflation comes down Read more »
Africa: Focac 2024 - Addressing Peace and Security Key [analysis]
The Herald
Amid the ongoing crises in Ukraine and the Middle East, crises in Africa have been ignored or thrown to the back burner. Read more »
Africa: Gender Apartheid Must Be Recognized As a Crime Under International Law
AI London
Gender apartheid must be recognized as a crime under international law in order to strengthen efforts to combat institutionalized regimes of systematic oppression and domination… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: How Three Senior Officials Escaped Justice - Kasai
JusticeInfo.net
Based in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Caleb Kazadi has been Justice Info\'s correspondent since 2021. With a degree in International Relations from the University of… Read more »
Liberia: Giaba DG Want Anti-Money Launder Recognize
New Republic
The Director General of the Intergovernmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa want ECOWAS take keel of recognizing and put into effect the Anti-Money… Read more »
West Africa: Niger Reintroduces Prison Sentences for 'Cybercrime' [press release]
MFWA
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has learned with concern that the Nigerien authorities have reintroduced prison sentences for defamation, insults and dissemination of… Read more »
Nigeria: Military Pledges to Restore Peace, Army Recruits 6,000 Personnel
This Day
Ikechukwu Aleke in Abuja and John Shiklam in Kaduna Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu's Challenges and Their Solutions
Daily Trust
Like any previous government in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu's administration is facing economic and political challenges. However, Tinubu's situation is unique because these… Read more »
West Africa: Senegal Joins Oil-Producing Countries, Begins Production
Daily Trust
Senegal has officially joined the list of oil-producing countries in West Africa, marking a significant milestone in the country's economic history. Read more »
Liberia: Commentary - On Investment Promised [opinion]
New Dawn
Many promises about investments have been made but have not been delivered. Take the announcements in Liberia, for example. Let us remember the announcement by the National… Read more »
Africa: Romantic Breakups Can Spark Severe Trauma in Young People - New Study [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
What should I study? What do I want to be? How will I pay for my education? Who do I want to spend the rest of my life with? These are the life-changing decisions many young people… Read more »