June 05
Somalia: Former Somali PM Khaire Says Ready to Fight Back If Attacked Again
Shabelle
Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire said Friday that he would be prepared to fight again if attacked, following clashes between government forces and opposition guards… Read more »
Nigeria: Aiyedatiwa Reveals Foiled Plot to Bomb Ondo Government House
This Day
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has revealed that security operatives recently foiled an alleged plot to bomb the Ondo State Government House, describing the operation as… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania Cuts Antibiotic Use By 88pc
Daily News
TANZANIA has reduced antibiotic consumption by 88 per cent and cut deaths associated with antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by 14 per cent, marking a significant milestone in efforts… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Address Nation On Migration Strategy
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation on government's comprehensive strategy to manage migration, as concerns over illegal immigration continue to dominate… Read more »
Africa: South Africa to Send Envoys Across Africa and Globally to Tackle Migration Challenges
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that South Africa will dispatch envoys across the African continent and to other parts of the world, as government intensifies diplomatic… Read more »
Nigeria: Gunmen Abduct Cleric's 9-Year-Old Son in Ondo
Vanguard
Suspected gunmen have abducted a nine-year-old boy, Olaosebikan Victor, during a midnight attack on Ugbosi Quarters in Idogun, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State. Read more »
Nigeria: Accord Condemns Assassination Attempt On Osogbo Chairman, Demands Investigation
Leadership
The national leadership of Accord led by Barrister Maxwell Mgbudem, has condemned the attempted assassination of its chairman in Osogbo Local Government Area of Osun State, Asimiyu… Read more »
Kenya: The Maandamano Subplot - Why Fifth Edition of Nairobi City Marathon Sits On Knife's Edge
Capital FM
Even as the clock ticks to the fifth edition of the Nairobi City Marathon, organisers admit that Sunday's event is rich fodder for unannounced protests by persons disgruntled with… Read more »
Malawi: U.S. Visa Restrictions Expose Malawi's Growing International Credibility Problem
Nyasa Times
As the United States marks 250 years of independence, a cloud of uncertainty hangs over thousands of Malawians hoping to study, receive medical treatment, conduct business or visit… Read more »
Nigeria: Increasing Incidence of Kidnapping As Threat to National Security
This Day
Afakriya Gadzama writes that recent times have witnessed a troubling rise in the incidence of kidnapping across parts of Nigeria, posing significant threats to public safety,… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto's Ties to Controversial Tycoon Chivayo Irks Kenyan Opposition
New Zimbabwe
President William Ruto's regular guest at State House, Wicknell Chivayo, has ignited opposition fury over the controversial Zimbabwean businessman's ties to the Kenyan presidency. Read more »
South Africa: The Cop Who Ran Organised Crime Has Been Fired for Running With Criminals
Scrolla
Major General Richard Shibiri, former head of SAPS organised crime, was fired after being found guilty of misconduct and associating with criminal Vusimuzi Matlala. Shibiri… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Gender Equality Without Political Will - Inside Zimbabwe's Electoral System That Still Sidelines Women
263Chat
When Gibson Nyikadzino looks at Zimbabwe's 2023 election statistics, he does not see progress towards women empowerment; he sees a warning. Read more »
South Africa: FlySafair Cuts Fuel Surcharge by 40% - South African News Briefs - June 5, 2026
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Zimbabwe: Constitutional Amendment Bill No.3 Debate - You Do Not End Violence By Abolishing Elections - Opposition MP Says
New Zimbabwe
CITIZENS Coalition for Change (CCC) MP Thomas Muwodzeri has accused the government of using electoral violence as an excuse to curtail Zimbabweans' democratic rights, telling… Read more »
Sudan: Finance Minister Signs $51 Million AfDB-Unicef Agreement to Restructure Stalled Water Projects
SNA
KHARTOUM, June 4, 2026 (SUNA) - Finance Minister Dr. Gebreil Ibrahim on Thursday signed an agreement at the Ministry of Finance in Khartoum with the African Development Bank (AfDB)… Read more »
Angola: MPLA Describes Manuel Augusto a Distinguished Son of Angola
ANGOP
The Political Bureau of the MPLA Central Committee described Manuel Domingos Augusto on Friday as one of Angola's most distinguished sons, and highlighted his political and… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Hit By Nationwide Blackout After Grid Failure Disrupts Power Supply
Nile Post
Uganda has been plunged into widespread darkness following a nationwide power outage that disrupted electricity supply across the country, authorities have confirmed. Read more »
Africa: 'The True Cost of Peace' - UN Honours Fallen Peacekeepers As Dangers Mount
UN News
The United Nations paused on Friday to pay tribute to the more than 4,500 peacekeepers who lost their lives in the line of duty over the past 78 years. Read more »
Africa: When Global Trade Becomes a Weapon, How Can African Economies Protect Themselves? [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
"Today, everyone recognises that trade is as much a security issue as an economic one." Read more »
Angola: Interior Minister Expresses Deep Dismay At Death of Former Foreign Affairs Minister
ANGOP
The Minister of the Interior, Manuel Homem, expressed, on Friday, deep dismay at the death, today, of the former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Manuel Domingos Augusto, who died of… Read more »
Angola: Agriculture Contributes 20 Percent to Angolan GDP
ANGOP
The agricultural sector represents around 20% of Angola's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and the oil sector contributes close to 15%, which reinforced the growth of the national… Read more »
Liberia: Stakeholders Sound Alarm On Pollution Crisis in Montserrado
Liberian Observer
Environmental experts, civil society organizations, community leaders and government stakeholders have raised serious concerns over the growing threat of soil, water, and waste… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Not 100 Percent Ready, but Can Contain Ebola - - Ncdc
Vanguard
The Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, on Friday admitted that Nigeria is not fully prepared for a possible Ebola… Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Outlines Action On Drugs, Ebola Preparedness
SAnews.gov.za
Cabinet has reaffirmed government's commitment to intensifying the fight against organised crime and strengthening South Africa's contribution to the continental response to Ebola… Read more »
