February 04
Uganda: Muhoozi Brands Baryomunsi a Traitor, Says He Will Never Be Minister Again
Nile Post
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has launched a scathing attack on the Minister of Information,… Read more »
Mozambique: Violence, Flooding Trigger Displacement in Mozambique
Care International
Maputo, Mozambique – Renewed attacks across Cabo Delgado since mid-December have forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes in northern Mozambique, increasing… Read more »
Nigeria: WHO Seeks $1bn for World's Worst Health Crises in 2026
Daily Trust
The World Health Organisation on Tuesday appealed for $1 billion to tackle health crises this year across the world's 36 most severe emergencies, including in Gaza, Sudan, Haiti… Read more »
Africa: Africa Losing $15bn Yearly to Exportation of Crude Oil - Operators
Daily Trust
Stakeholders in the oil gas sector have decried the continuous loss of jobs and investment in Africa due to lack of local value addition in crude oil production in the continent. Read more »
Nigeria: Mixed Reactions Trail Tinubu's Fresh Wike-Fubara Reconciliation in Rivers
Daily Trust
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's reported latest intervention in the protracted political crisis in Rivers State has drawn mixed reactions, with some stakeholders welcoming the move… Read more »
Africa: How Murtala Muhammed's Legacy for Nigeria and Africa Has Thrived for Five Decades
This Day
Five decades after his assassination, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed has remained one of Nigeria's most consequential leaders. As the country prepares to mark the 50th anniversary… Read more »
Nigeria: U.S. Deploys Military Team to Nigeria
This Day
The United States has deployed a small team of military personnel to Nigeria as part of increased cooperation between the two countries to combat terrorism in West Africa, a senior… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Fund South-East Commission to Heal Old Wounds,' Ohanaeze Tells Tinubu
Premium Times
"It would be dishonest not to acknowledge that over the years, feelings of exclusion, neglect and unresolved grievances have taken root in parts of our region," Ohanaeze leader… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Rubaya Mine Tragedy - Blame, History, and Shared Responsibility
New Times
At the end of January 2026, a massive landslide struck the Rubaya coltan mine in eastern DR Congo, engulfing several hand-dug tunnels and killing more than 200 people, with dozens… Read more »
Nigeria: Artistes 'Not Allowed to Hold Shows During Ramadan in Nigeria', Singer Fave Cries Out
Leadership
Nigerian singer Chidozie Godsfavour Ugochinyere, popularly known as Fave, has raised concerns over an alleged directive preventing artistes from holding shows in Nigeria during the… Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Governor Suswam Quits PDP, Joins Alia in Benue APC
Leadership
Former Benue State governor, Gabriel Suswam, has officially resigned from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and thereafter joined incumbent Governor Hyacinth Alia in… Read more »
Nigeria: Ransom Payments Sustaining Nigeria's Banditry Economy - - Nextier
Leadership
A new policy report has warned that Nigeria's increasing reliance on ransom payments and negotiations with armed groups was fuelling a lucrative "ransom economy," accelerating… Read more »
Kenya: APs Bomet Add Salt to Nairobi United Injury With Win in League Encounter
Capital FM
APS Bomet boosted their relegation survival hopes with a 2-1 victory over Nairobi United at the Nyayo Stadium on Wednesday evening. Read more »
Botswana: Maun Steps Up for Cleaner Town
Botswana Daily News
The push for a cleaner Maun gained momentum on Friday as North West District Council (NWDC) launched the #KeepMaunClean campaign, linking environmental responsibility to tourism… Read more »
Botswana: Makopong Community Rallies to Shield Zone 13 From FMD Threat
Botswana Daily News
Residents of Makopong in Kgalagadi South have launched a grassroots border protection initiative to safeguard Botswana's livestock industry from the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD)… Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali in Frame to Host French Handball League Finals
New Times
Kigali is emerging as a surprise candidate to host one of the most anticipated events in European club handball after reports indicated that the final of the French Ligue Nationale… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda, Brazil Sign Agreements On Trade, Investment
New Times
Rwanda and Brazil have signed two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) to boost trade, investment promotion and private sector cooperation. Read more »
Kenya: KHRC Hails Tribunal Ruling Upholding Sh1.8bn Tax Claim Against Del Monte
Capital FM
The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has welcomed a decision by the Tax Appeals Tribunal dismissing an appeal by Del Monte Kenya Ltd against a Sh1.76 billion tax assessment by… Read more »
Kenya: A Photo-Op Partnership? Why Kenya's Economic Future Is Tilting East, Not West
Capital FM
Last week's visit to Nairobi by the United States Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau, was presented as a reaffirmation of the Kenya-US strategic partnership. There were… Read more »
Liberia: LNHA Boss Urges Discipline As 2026 Handball League Sets Off - Calls for Professionalism From Coaches, Athletes
FrontPageAfrica
The President of the Liberia National Handball Association (LNHA), Aratus G. Larkpor, has issued a stern call to coaches and athletes participating in the 2026 National Handball… Read more »
Liberia: Lopez - 'Fc Fassell Unplayable At This Moment'
FrontPageAfrica
FC Fassell's transformation under Fabio Lopez has been nothing short of remarkable. Read more »
Liberia: Kuoh Takes Fight for 'Football House' to Supreme Court - Challenges LFA Statute's Constitutionality
FrontPageAfrica
The legal firestorm surrounding the eligibility of FC Fassell President Cassell Anthony Kuoh to contest the upcoming Liberia Football Association (LFA) elections has reached the… Read more »
Nigeria: Book Review - Inside Dele Sobowale's 'Attah: Architect of a New Democratic Dawn'
Premium Times
Dele Sobowale's "Attah: Architect of a New Democratic Dawn" reveals Obong Attah as a bold and courageous person who speaks his mind once he is convinced about the correctness of… Read more »
Nigeria: Awujale Stool - Ogun Police Summon Ijebu-Ode Chief in Bribery Investigation
Premium Times
The police said the invitation is in connection to a probe into a case of bribery and financial inducement. Read more »
Nigeria: 'What I Did When I Was Told Fashola Had Another Family in Magodo' - - Wife
Premium Times
"They said your husband has another family in Magodo and that he goes there every day." Read more »
