October 28
Zimbabwe: Presidential Guards, CIO Operatives in Court for Extorting Chinese Miner
New Zimbabwe
Two presidential guards and a Central Intelligence Officer (CIO), Monday appeared in court on allegations of extorting a Chinese miner US$2,000. Read more »
Nigeria: New Lottery Strategy to Boost Economic Opportunities, Says Tinubu
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has announced a new strategy for the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF), aimed at enhancing economic opportunities for Nigerians and fostering socio-economic… Read more »
Mali: Author Activist Remained Arbitrarily Detained: Étienne Sissoko [press release]
AI London
On 14 October, the Bamako Court of Appeal ordered Étienne Sissoko's provisional release pending his appeal trial on 11 November, but the decision was suspended later the… Read more »
Kenya: Jailing of Finance Executive, Chief Officer to Plunge County Into Chaos - Kisumu Tells Court
Capital FM
Kisumu County now wants the court to review a contempt conviction against its two top Treasury officials citing a looming crisis that could paralyse its operations. Read more »
Kenya: Petitioner Files Urgent Case in Eldoret to Reinstate Gachagua's Privileges
Capital FM
A petitioner has moved to court seeking orders to compel the government to reinstate benefits and privileges to Rigathi Gachagua, which were reportedly revoked following his… Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Appeals High Court's Decision Affirming DCJ's Authority to Empanel Benches
Capital FM
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appealed a recent ruling by a three-judge bench of the High Court that upheld the authority of the Deputy Chief Justice (DCJ) to constitute… Read more »
Sudan: Ministry Decision to Hold Certificate Exams 'Political and Discriminatory' - Sudan Teachers
Dabanga
Sudan's ongoing conflict has devastated all sectors of society, with education bearing some of the worst consequences. In an interview with Radio Dabanga, Sudanese Teachers'… Read more »
Mozambique: Mozambican Youth's Dissatisfaction Marked By Concern About Water Insecurity, Jobs
Afrobarometer
Young citizens are more educated than their elders, but also more likely to be unemployed. Read more »
South Africa: Coloured South Africans Are All but Erased From History Textbooks - I Asked Learners How That Makes Them Feel [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
South African singer-songwriter Tyla made history in February 2024 when she won the inaugural Grammy for Best African Music Performance. Read more »
Africa: Cancer Care in Africa - Translations of Key Words Convey Fear and Need to Change [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Language can give people the power to take an active part in their own healthcare, or it can create barriers. Read more »
Botswana: Vote Splitting in Opposition Will Hand BDP Victory [editorial]
The Patriot
My attention was attracted to an opinion piece authored by my sister Ms Tumy Modise in her capacity as the BDP Secretary of International Relations and Publicity Subcommittee. Read more »
Uganda: 15% of Pregnant Women in Uganda Face Childbirth Complications - Officials
Nile Post
Experts have painted a complex picture of maternal health in the country, indicating that 15% of pregnant women face childbirth complications. Read more »
Uganda: Elections Hurt the Ugandan Economy - Experts
Nile Post
Elections disrupt foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows and cause investors to hold off on decisions, leading to a "wait and see" approach. Read more »
Uganda: Legal Experts Warn of Obstacles Hindering Private Prosecution in Uganda
Nile Post
Legal experts have highlighted major challenges affecting private prosecutions in Uganda, citing obstacles such as inconsistent legal interpretation, limited resources, and… Read more »
Uganda: Parents Urged to Support Children's Talents in School
Nile Post
Speaking during a thanksgiving and Primary Seven candidates' dedication ceremony on Sunday at Parental Care Nursery and Primary School in Bushenyi, Senior Presidential Adviser on… Read more »
Africa: Can SAMIDRC Be Spared the Fate of Previous Peace Missions? [analysis]
ISS
SADC member states must ensure that the operation in eastern DRC can overcome the challenges faced by its predecessors. Read more »
Sudan: Sudanese Civil War Exacerbates Economies in Neighbouring Countries
IPS
Critical levels of nationwide hunger in Sudan has only increased to critical levels since the start of the Sudanese civil war in April 2023. Escalated hostilities between the… Read more »
Liberia: The Ripple Effect of Financial Inclusion and Women's Economic Empowerment
Liberian Observer
I met Mary (not her real name), a mother of five from Bong County, Liberia, last November. She joined BRAC in 2020, taking her first loan of LRD 25,000 (USD 130) to stock her small… Read more »
Liberia: Comprehensive Audit Imminent At LNBA
Liberian Observer
-- As candidate Forkeyoh promises fiscal discipline Read more »
Liberia: 'Liberia's Future Depends On Liberians'
Liberian Observer
At Cuttington University's Graduate School of Global Affairs and Public Policy lecture series on Friday, October 25, 2024, Dr. Rudolph Bropleh, Vice President of the Graduate and… Read more »
Liberia: War Against Crime in Bong
Liberian Observer
The Community Watch Forum of Liberia (CWFL) has trained and graduated 1,225 individuals on how to pass on "sensitive information" about criminals and their operations to police and… Read more »
Liberia: The CDC Youth League Condemns Attempted Coup to Oust Speaker, Calls for Unity Among Party Lawmakers
Liberian Investigator
The Revolutionary National Youth League of the CDC has strongly condemned the alleged attempt to remove Speaker J. Fonati Koffa, accusing President Boakai and Vice President… Read more »
Liberia: Environmental Eyes Calls for Establishment of Environmental Court in Liberia
Liberian Investigator
The Environmental Eyes and Consultancy Firm (EECAF) has issued a formal call for the establishment of a dedicated environmental court in Liberia. Following an extensive… Read more »
Africa: Superyachts and Jets of Europe's Elite Emit More Carbon Pollution in a Week Than the World's Poorest 1 Percent Emits in a Lifetime [press release]
Oxfam
The carbon footprint of a super-rich European, accumulated from nearly a week of using super yachts and private jets, matches the lifetime carbon footprint of someone in the… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Reinstates Part of Impeached DP Gachagua's Security, Official Vehicles
Capital FM
The Government has reinstated part of impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's security detail.Gachagua who was impeached by the Senate on October 17 now has two of his… Read more »
