October 31
Zimbabwe: Gems Leave for Historic UK Tour
The Herald
The Zimbabwe senior national netball team, the Gems have expressed optimism on their prospects in the Celtic Cup International Series which kick-off in Scotland and Wales tomorrow. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Simba Bhora's Ndiraya Not Celebrating Yet
The Herald
Despite still being in control of their Premier Soccer League title destiny, Simba Bhora coach Tonderai Ndiraya is not about to celebrate yet as he feels the job is not done yet. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Preparing for Rainy Season for Goats, Sheep Farmers
The Herald
As Zimbabwe approaches the rainy season, goat and sheep farmers are confronted with the dual challenge of preparing for the blessings and potential risks that accompany the rains. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zim Gets Valuable Lessons At Venice Biennale - VP Mohadi
The Herald
Vice President Kembo Mohadi says his visit to Italy for the 60th Venice Biennale has been fruitful as it allowed Zimbabwe to explore ways of boosting the visual arts sector. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Research, Innovation Anchor Uz Industrialisation Week
The Herald
The University of Zimbabwe is running its Industrialisation Week, highlighting research and innovation as key drivers for Zimbabwe's economic transformation. Read more »
Kenya: A New Era of Premium Tequila in Kenya - Don Julio 1942 and the Rise of Luxury Spirits
Capital FM
For years, tequila carried a reputation for harshness--a drink downed quickly at the club, often leading to regrettable hangovers the next morning. This, however, was the story of… Read more »
October 30
Uganda: Uganda Battles Rising Mpox Cases As Kampala Records Highest Outbreak
Nile Post
Authorities report that mpox primarily affects urban and ghetto communities, with vulnerable groups like commercial sex workers, timber dealers, university students (particularly… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Chinese Steel Plant - Zimbabwe's Economic Boon or Environmental Nightmare?
VOA
Zimbabwe is aiming to be home to Africa's largest steel plant, but disputes over the project continue even as it ramps up production. Read more »
Africa: Can a Superstar Hippo Help Save Africa's Rainforests? [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The world's first superstar hippo lives in a zoo in Thailand. Moo Deng shot to fame soon after she was born in July this year, thanks to viral videos that showed off her cute… Read more »
Africa: Africa's Flagship Universities Have a Proud History - but Are They Serving Local Communities? [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Universities play a number of crucial roles in society. They educate students, research solutions to problems and serve as spaces for national debate. This is especially true for… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Leaders Agree On Framework for Universal Suffrage
VOA
Political leaders in Somalia agreed Wednesday on a framework for the country's first national one-person, one-vote elections, a government statement said. Read more »
Liberia: 'Make Laws Not Noise' - Former President Sirleaf
New Republic
Former President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf marked her 86th Birthday Tuesday with a stunning statement on national issues, tacitly weighing on the noise at the House of Representatives,… Read more »
Africa: Mining Must Become More Responsible and Sustainable. Where Hi-Tech Solutions Fit in [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
If you visit a commercial mining operation anywhere in the world today, some sights and sounds - workers descending in elevators to underground shafts, the roar of truck engines -… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Last Elephants - What Must Be Done to Save Them [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Nigeria has a unique elephant population, made up of both forest-dwelling (Loxodonta cyclotis) and savanna-dwelling (Loxodonta africana) elephant species. But the animals are… Read more »
Africa: What Does Africa Really Want? [blog]
CFR
The continent's case for "global restructuring" is muddled. Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Transparency and Policy Tracker Warns of 'Fading and Complicated Peace Prospects'
Dabanga
In a report for the Sudan Transparency and Policy Tracker published Monday, Dr Bakry Eljak Elmedni, professor and member of the Civil Democratic Forces alliance, Tagaddum (Arabic… Read more »
Botswana: Botswana's President Defends Electoral Body As Nation Votes
VOA
Botswanan President Mokgweetsi Masisi is defending the country's electoral body amid criticism of its preparedness as voting began Wednesday. Read more »
Africa: Africa's Role in Ethical AI for Healthcare [blog]
Nigeria Health Watch
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare systems worldwide, offering promising solutions to challenges such as patient diagnosis, disease prediction, and… Read more »
South Africa: Media Caught Up in Geopolitical Crisis of Unipolarity, Inequality, Uneven Application of Global Rules - Naledi Pandor
allAfrica
"Many countries, particularly in our continent Africa, have failed to meet the standard of freedom of expression set out in international instruments, including our own African… Read more »
Guinea: Guinea's Political Parties Face Survival Test As Junta Orders Mass Cull
RFI
More than 100 political parties in Guinea face a three-month battle for survival after the ruling junta published the results of a probe designed to bring order to the country's… Read more »
Tanzania: 'Uncertain Future' On Eve of Local Elections
Agenzia Fides
"They will not silence us, Tanzania belongs to all of us and we will fight for our right to be heard," said opposition politician John Mnyika, referring to the current government… Read more »
Chad: Chadian Govt Promises Harsh Response To Jihadist Attack
Agenzia Fides
Three days of national mourning in Chad in memory of the victims of the jihadist attack on a military base near Lake Chad were declared by Chadian President Mahamat Idriss… Read more »
Uganda: Caregivers - Uganda's Silent Heroes Facing Hardships to Save Lives
Nile Post
In Uganda, caregivers stand as the unsung heroes of the healthcare system, offering essential support to patients in hospitals and homes alike. Read more »
Kenya: Authorities Deny Call Monitoring Allegations
Capital FM
The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohamed Amin, has denied allegations that detectives are colluding with mobile service providers to conduct unauthorized tracking and… Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Governorship Candidate in Nigeria Sues British Airways Over Alleged Contract Breach
Premium Times
The plaintiff is demanding N200 million in damages. Read more »
