February 04
South Africa: In Full - Read John Steenhuisen's 'Moonshot Mission Accomplished' Speech
Daily Maverick
Here is the speech delivered by John Steenhuisen on 4 February 2026 in eThekwini, in which he announced that he will not seek re-election for a third term as DA federal leader at… Read more »
Nigeria: Aradel's Annual Profit Jumps to Record N401 Billion
Premium Times
Turnover jumped to N697.3 billion during the period from N581.2 billion. Read more »
Nigeria: Murtala Muhammed Foundation Set to Mark 50th Anniversary of General Murtala Muhammed's Assassination [press release]
Premium Times
Speaking on the significance of the milestone, Dr Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode, CEO, Murtala Muhammed Foundation, said the commemoration is designed not only to honour the past, but to… Read more »
Uganda: Green Deal or Green Wall?
Independent (Kampala)
In mid-December 2025, under the chandeliers of a conference hall in Speke Resort Hotel-Munyonyo, in Kampala, a familiar tension surfaced in unfamiliar language. Read more »
Uganda: Digital Tax Reforms Contribute to Steady Growth in URA Revenue
Independent (Kampala)
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has recorded sustained growth in domestic revenue collections, driven in part by improvements in tax administration and the adoption of digital… Read more »
South Africa: Temporary Lane Closures On the R21
SAnews.gov.za
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has advised road users of the temporary lane closure of the two fast lanes on the National Road R21, Section 2… Read more »
South Africa: Mining Indaba to Strengthen Collaboration Between Government, Investors
SAnews.gov.za
Next week's Mining Indaba Investment Forum will provide an opportunity for direct engagement between government and investors, with a strong emphasis on strengthening collaboration… Read more »
South Africa: SA Medical Research Council Conducts Groundbreaking HIV Vaccine Trial in Humans
SAnews.gov.za
The first participant in the BRILLIANT 011 first-in-human clinical trial for the HIV vaccine has been enrolled at the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation (DTHF) site at the Groote Schuur… Read more »
Nigeria: Aradel Holdings Appoints Nnoli Akpedeye As Independent Non-Executive Director
Leadership
Aradel Holdings Plc has appointed Nnoli Akpedeye to its board as an independent non-executive director, effective from February 2, 2026. Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Govt Targets $100bn Annual Investments in Agribusiness
Leadership
The federal government has said agribusiness will play a central role in attracting annual private investments into Nigeria, as part of efforts to diversify the economy and drive… Read more »
Nigeria: Adeyeye Urges Renewed Hope Agenda Ambassadors to Make Tinubu Proud
Leadership
The South-west zonal coordinator of Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Senator Adedayo Adeyeye, has urged all the Renewed Hope Ambassadors to be good ambassadors of President Bola Tinubu,… Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku, Obi Agreed With Tinubu On Subsidy Removal, Tax Reform - - APC National Chair
Leadership
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has disclosed that the major economic reforms currently being implemented by the Federal… Read more »
Nigeria: Another Zamfara Guber Hopeful Protests Exclusion From APC Membership Registration
Leadership
A governorship hopeful in Zamfara state for the 2027 general election, Dr Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has kicked against his exclusion from the ongoing nationwide electronic… Read more »
Nigeria: The General Goes Home - Nigerians Mourn As Ron Kenoly Dies At 81
Leadership
The global Christian community was plunged into mourning on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, following the transition of legendary worship leader and psalmist, Dr Ron Kenoly. Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Pension Reform Chairman Maina Slumps, Hospitalised in Abuja
Leadership
The former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team (PRTT), Dr Abdulrasheed Maina, has been hospitalised in Abuja after slumping on Tuesday evening. Read more »
Nigeria: Gombe, New Zealand Firm Seal Pact On Livestock Innovation
Leadership
The Gombe State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Livestock Innovation Corporation (LIC) of New Zealand to modernise livestock production,… Read more »
Sudan: Al-Mansouri - Kadru Slaughterhouse a Source of Pride for Sudan and the Defence Industries System
SNA
Khartoum, Feb. 3, 2026 (Sudan News Agency, SUNA) - Minister of Animal Resources and Fisheries, Professor Ahmed Al-Tijani Al-Mansouri, emphasized the complementary roles of the… Read more »
Sudan: Finance Minister Pledges to Settle Sudan's Contribution to Italian NGO Emergency
SNA
Minister of Finance Dr. Gebreil Ibrahim has pledged to settle Sudan's annual contribution to the Italian non-governmental organization Emergency and to address challenges facing… Read more »
Kenya: Kakuzi Eyes Kenyan Tea Lovers With New Brand
Capital FM
Listed agribusiness firm Kakuzi Plc has expanded into the tea business, launching its own tea brand targeting the local market. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Footdrags On Electoral Bill
Daily Trust
The Senate has again failed to decide on the report of the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Enactment) Bill, 2026, pending before it, creating uncertainty over Nigeria's electoral… Read more »
Nigeria: Kashere Varsity Gets New Vice-Chancellor
Daily Trust
Professor Muhammad Inuwa Ja'afaru has emerged as the new Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Kashere, Gombe State. Read more »
Liberia: MNG Gold Again
New Dawn
Allegations of environmental abuse and public safety neglect have been leveled against MNG Gold, as community leaders and environmental advocates in Kokoyah Statutory District… Read more »
Liberia: Abandoned & Unsafe - How a Defunct Rice Milling Facility in Kakata Became a Public Threat
New Dawn
What was once a symbol of agricultural promise in Margibi County has become a source of fear, insecurity, and environmental concern for nearby residents. Read more »
Uganda: Eyes On the Prize As Kabalaza Open Set to Swing Off At Ebb Club
Independent (Kampala)
What started 11 years ago as a social golfers' group at Entebbe Club has now grown into a prestigious event on the local golf calendar as the first Kabalaza Open Golf Championship… Read more »
Nigeria: Oyebanji Tasked to Boost Security in Ekiti
This Day
The President of Resolute Forum, Mr Olaiya Kehinde, and Secretary, Mr Yomi Adeleye, in a statement yesterday appealed to Governor Abiodun Oyebanji to take proactive steps to… Read more »
