January 20
Ghana: Rename Kia After Dr Nkrumah, Accra or Other National Leaders ... a Concern Citizen Urges Govt
Ghanaian Times
A concerned citizen, Steven Odarteifio, has waded into the advocacy for the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) to be renamed after Dr Kwame Nkrumah, the country's first President,… Read more »
Uganda: Church, Climate Activists Unite to Push Plant-Based Treaty in Uganda
Nile Post
Faith leaders and climate activists in Uganda have joined forces to promote the Plant-Based Treaty, a global campaign advocating sustainable food systems as a solution to climate… Read more »
Nigeria: Tribute - Emeka Anyaoku (Adazie Obosi) At 93: a Life That Set the Tone
Premium Times
"His (Emeka Anyaoku) stature is giant-sized. His views are enduring. His place is secure among the constellation of leaders who truly made a difference." Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-AGF Malami Arrested After Release From Abuja Prison
Premium Times
Mr Malami's arrest on Monday began the third phase of his ongoing detention by various agencies since 8 December 2025. Read more »
Nigeria: Seplat's Anoh Gas Project Commences Gas Supply
Premium Times
According to Seplat, condensate production at AGPC has reached 2.0-2.5 kboepd, with the expectation that the level will rise further with gas production as the plant ramps up to… Read more »
Sudan: Minnawi - Crimes Committed in Darfur By Militias Were Not Isolated Incidents
SNA
Port Sudan, 20-1-2026 (SUNA) - Governor of Darfur Region, Minni Arko Minnawi, stated on his Facebook page that the findings of the International Criminal Court confirm what we have… Read more »
Liberia: NFAA Brings Hope to Persons With Disabilities Through Food Aid in Maryland
New Republic
-The National Food Assistance Agency (NFAA) has distributed assorted food items to persons living with disabilities in Pleebo City, Maryland County, in an initiative beneficiaries… Read more »
Liberia: Sexual Abuse - Alleged Sexual Assault Case Takes Dramatic Turn With Suspect's Death in Custody
New Republic
MARYLAND- The Liberia National Police (LNP) in Grand Kru County have launched a full-scale investigation into the death of a 43-year-old man who allegedly committed suicide while… Read more »
Liberia: 5,508 Liberians Recruited in 2025
New Republic
Contractor Compliance, a unit under the Human Resources and Organizational Management Department of ArcelorMittal Liberia, has released an update on progress made in 2025 regarding… Read more »
Liberia: Minister Jerolinmek Piah Assures Public Safety, Transparency in National Events and Asset Management
New Republic
The Minister of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism, Hon. Jerolinmek Matthew Piah, has assured the public that the Government of Liberia is taking decisive steps to… Read more »
Liberia: World Bank Builds Clinic, but Housing Gap Threatens Healthcare in Yediaken
New Republic
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Liberia: Built With Govt Money?
New Republic
Is Clar Foundation, an entity owned and operated by former First Lady Clar Marie Weah, wife of former President George Weah, built from public resources or money scooped from her… Read more »
Liberia: Bryant Cleared
New Republic
-At long last, Suspended Deputy Minister for Youth and Sports, Mr. Bryant McGill, has been cleared by the Liberia National Police saying there was no evidence to convict him. Read more »
Namibia: Govt Tractors Leave Omaheke Farmers in Limbo
New Era
Following recent complaints from crop farmers in the Omaheke region over the delayed dispatch of government tractors to assist with ploughing, Omaheke chief regional officer Peka… Read more »
Namibia: Farmers' Kraal With Hanks Saisai
New Era
Raising chickens is rapidly becoming a lucrative farming enterprise that provides affordable protein to households across the country. Read more »
Namibia: Conservation Farmer Saisai Warns Against Monoculture ...Champions Traditional Methods
New Era
Prominent horticulture farmer and conservation expert Morgan Saisai has strongly criticised modern monoculture farming. Read more »
Namibia: Meatco, Jan Zandbergen Group Solidify Ties ...Biggest EU Trade Partner
New Era
A few weeks ago, Jochem Versloot, the co-founder of Jan Zandbergen Group, one of Europe's biggest meat products importers, visited Namibia and various local abattoirs to inspect… Read more »
Ethiopia: News - Family of Detained Tigrayan General Demands Disclosure of Whereabouts, Access to Counsel, As Court Grants Prosecutors More Time
Addis Standard
The family of Brigadier General Guesh Gebre, former commander of Army 15 of the Tigrayan forces, has demanded that authorities disclose his place of detention and allow him access… Read more »
Africa: The World Is in Water Bankruptcy, UN Scientists Report - Here's What That Means [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The world is now using so much fresh water amid the consequences of climate change that it has entered an era of water bankruptcy, with many regions no longer able to bounce back… Read more »
Liberia: Govt Launches Nat'l Decentralization Support Unit to Strengthen Local Governance
Liberian Observer
The Ministry of Local Government officially launched the National Decentralization Support Unit (NDSU) on Monday, January 19, marking a major milestone in Liberia's efforts to… Read more »
Liberia: Kickstart the New Year With Energy, Balance With QNET's Amezcua Wellness Range
Liberian Observer
The start of a new year often brings renewed goals, fresh routines, and a desire to feel more energised after months of work pressure, screen time, and daily stress. Read more »
Kenya/Tanzania: Rising Starlets Set for Tanzania Test in FIFA U20 Women's World Cup Qualifiers
Capital FM
Kenya's Rising Starlets are gearing up for a crucial East African showdown against Tanzania in the next round of the FIFA Under-20 Women's World Cup qualifiers, with a two-legged… Read more »
Kenya: Aviation Workers Threaten Nationwide Shutdown As Mediation Talks Collapse
Capital FM
- The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has issued a fresh strike notice after the collapse of court-ordered mediation talks, citing unresolved key demands including a… Read more »
Kenya: Gikomba Finally to Get Title Deed As Ruto Cracks Down On Land Grabbers
Capital FM
The government will process a title deed for Nairobi's Gikomba Market in 90 days, President William Ruto has announced. Read more »
South Africa: Three Children Hurt After Scholar Transport Crash in Elspark
Scrolla
A scholar transport vehicle carrying nine children crashed with a car on Kingfisher Avenue in Elspark. Three children were injured and taken to a nearby medical facility, while… Read more »
