June 23
Ghana: Ghana's Black Stars Have Nothing to Fear Against England, Insists Queiroz
Leadership
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has declared that his side will draw inspiration from an entire nation when they face England in a pivotal FIFA World Cup Group L clash, insisting… Read more »
West Africa: West Africa's Rice Imperative - Why Investing in the Value Chain Is the Most Important Bet We Can Make [blog]
World Bank
Every year, West Africa sends more than $3.5 billion abroad to buy rice — a staple food that millions of people across the region consume every day. Yet, this is a crop that… Read more »
Africa: Why Eastern DR Congo's Peace Efforts Are Vital to Containing Ebola [analysis]
ISS
Conflict, mistrust and closed borders are hindering the containment of Ebola in DRC and neighbouring countries. Read more »
Nigeria: Eight Dead, Five Rescued in Farmers-Herders Clash in Kebbi
Vanguard
The Kebbi Police Command has confirmed the death of eight persons in a violent clash between farmers and herders in Gulma Town, Argungu Local Government Area of the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Local Petrol Production Hits 48m Ltrs Per Day - FG
Vanguard
The federal government has disclosed that local production of petrol has moved from effectively zero in 2023 to about 48 million litres per day. Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Signs MOU for 50mw Solar Plant, Battery Storage Project
New Dawn
The Government of Liberia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mali-based AfriLight Energy to develop a 50-megawatt solar power plant and battery energy storage… Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Crush Terrorists in Sokoto, Katsina, Rescue Abductees, Recover Arms
Leadership
Troops of "Operation FANSAN YAMMA" have dealt a major blow to terrorist groups operating in the North-West. Read more »
Nigeria: Honour Terms of Your Visa, U.S. Mission Warns Nigerians
Vanguard
United States Mission in Nigeria has reminded Nigerian travellers to strictly comply with US immigration laws, saying adherence to visa terms was key to protecting future travel… Read more »
Zimbabwe: This Prosecution Should Never Have Happened - Zimind Editor Zaba Recounts Year of Trauma After Acquittal
New Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe Independent editor Faith Zaba says the criminal case against her "should never have happened" after the High Court quashed charges stemming from a satirical article… Read more »
Nigeria: Full Details - One Injured As Suspected Bomb Explodes in Lagos
Vanguard
A suspected Improvised Explosive Device, IED, yesterday detonated beneath a parked vehicle in the Oke Mushin area of Lagos, injuring the owner and causing panic among residents. Read more »
Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Asks Court to Dismiss Besigye's Death Threat Claims As Hearsay
Nile Post
The Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has asked court to dismiss an application filed by veteran opposition politician Kizza Besigye in which he alleges that he was… Read more »
Nigeria: FAO-WFP Warns of Worsening Hunger, Puts 13 Hotspots At Significant Risk
This Day
The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), yesterday warned that acute food insecurity is expected to… Read more »
Ghana: Ghana's Defensive Masterclass Earns Vital World Cup Point Against England
CAF
Ghana produced a disciplined defensive performance to hold England to a goalless draw at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and remain firmly in contention for a place in the round of 32. Read more »
Kenya: DPP Approves 16 Counts Of Murder In Utumishi Girls Academy Arson, Vows Firm Action
Capital FM
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has approved 16 counts of murder against suspects linked to the deadly fire at Utumishi Girls Academy, following a review of… Read more »
Ethiopia: World Bank Group Launches New Strategy to Support Ethiopia to Build Strong Foundations for More and Better Jobs [press release]
World Bank
WASHINGTON, June 23, 2026--The World Bank Group (WBG) has launched a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Ethiopia that puts job creation at the center of its engagement in… Read more »
Gambia: President Barrow Urges Discipline As NPP Launches New Agenda
Foroyaa
President Adama Barrow has called on supporters of the National People's Party (NPP) to remain disciplined, respectful and focused, saying national development cannot be achieved… Read more »
Gambia: Should the Growth of Stabbing and Gang Violence Be Allowed?
Foroyaa
When a society has a large percentage of young people who are not in education, employment or training, gangsterism becomes an option. This is why maximum effort should be made to… Read more »
Nigeria: Cislac, Transparency International Fault UK Court Verdict Acquitting Diezani
Premium Times
CISLAC/Transparency International Nigeria says the acquittal of former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke by a UK court is a setback for global anti-corruption efforts and… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Orders Probe Into Alleged Leaked Video As Witness Testifies On Interrogation of Coup Suspects
Premium Times
The prosecution lawyer said he watched the leaked video on the page of social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). Read more »
South Africa: DA Objects to SANDF Sidelining Parliament's Oversight [press release]
DA
- SANDF sidelining Parliament's oversight role. Read more »
Kenya: CS Duale Confirms Suspension of Ebola Facility Collaboration with U.S.
Capital FM
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has confirmed that the government and the United States have suspended the proposed collaboration involving an Ebola-related facility at… Read more »
Kenya: Catholic Bishops Urge Transparent Dialogue Over Laikipia Ebola Facility
Capital FM
The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) has urged the government to engage in “genuine and transparent dialogue” with stakeholders over the proposed Ebola… Read more »
Kenya: Court Lets Off CS Duale With Stern Warning Over Contempt in Ebola Facility Case
Capital FM
The High Court has let off Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale with a stern warning in a contempt of court matter after he personally appeared before the court and confirmed the… Read more »
South Africa: Former Zambian President's Widow Wins Court Battle to Bury Him in South Africa
Scrolla
Esther Lungu and seven family members won their appeal to bury the late former Zambian president at Fourways Memorial Park in Johannesburg, not Lusaka. The Supreme Court found… Read more »
Malawi: Thom Mpinganjira Family Donates K100 Million to Help Bring Back Malawians From South Africa
Nyasa Times
The family of Dr. Thomson Mpinganjira has donated K100 million to the Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) to support the repatriation of Malawians facing hardship and… Read more »
