February 04
Liberia: 'Media As Business' Is Not a Slogan, but a Survival Strategy
Liberian Observer
It speaks to the urgent need to make media institutions viable, resilient, and relevant. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Face Huge Task Against Estonia
Namibian
Namibia face a huge task when they take on Estonia in a Davis Cup World Group II play-off match in Windhoek this weekend. Read more »
Uganda: Fact-Check - Viral Video Claiming Ugandan Health Minister Announced Nipah Virus in Kasese Is False
Nile Post
A video circulating on TikTok claims to show Uganda's Minister of Health, Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, announcing an outbreak of the Nipah virus in Kasese District. The claim is misleading. Read more »
Kenya: Ex - MP Priscilla Nyokabi, Supreme Court Registrar Letizia Wachira to Face JSC Panel for High Court Judge Slots
Capital FM
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is set to begin interviews to recruit 20 new judges to the High Court of Kenya from a pool of 100 shortlisted candidates. Read more »
Nigeria: Nanyah's Snakebite Tragedy - Grief, Medical Facts and Dangers of Unverified Journalism
Premium Times
In Nanyah's case, while antivenom was reportedly administered following the snake bite, conflicting accounts persist. Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Benue Gov Dumps PDP
Premium Times
Gabriel Suswam said, "the PDP today appears to be perpetually trapped in crisis mode; an institution in political intensive care, with no consensus diagnosis and no agreed… Read more »
Nigeria: Obi Cubana Says FG Actions Improved South-East Security
Daily Trust
Businessman Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, has credited the Federal Government for improved security across the South-East, saying the development was evident… Read more »
Nigeria: Rediscovering the Fundamental Essence of University Education in Nigeria [document]
This Day
The higher education system of any nation is designed as a critical arm of the state to enlighten the society about the elements that make for social harmony and social order,… Read more »
Nigeria: Nwakaeme, Onuachu Power Trabzonspor to Blow Away Fethiyespor, Seizing Turkish Cup Control
Premium Times
For Anthony Nwakaeme, the night carried deep personal significance. His goal was his first of the season, coming after a lengthy injury lay-off Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Sports Commission, British Cycling Commit to Knowledge Exchange, Skill Transfer [press release]
Premium Times
The British Cycling delegation expressed enthusiasm about the proposed collaboration, citing Lagos State's growing reputation as a progressive force in African sports Read more »
Kenya: Ruto to Host Over 12,000 Uda Aspirants At State House Nairobi
Capital FM
President William Ruto is expected to host 12,235 aspirants who have expressed an interest in vying for various elective seats under the ruling UDA ticket in the 2027 General… Read more »
Kenya: Nacada Sting Nets Contraband Alcohol in Kirinyaga, Targets Influential Distributor's Empire
Capital FM
In a coordinated intelligence-led strike on Tuesday afternoon, multi-agency teams under the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA)… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 Politics Won't Affect My Job As FCT Minister - Wike
Premium Times
Mr Wike explained that he has the capacity to handle both tasks effectively and efficiently, with more emphasis on service to the people. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Holds Valedictory Session for Late Enugu Senator
Premium Times
Okechukwu Ezea, who represented Enugu North Senatorial District on Labour Party platform, died on 18 November, 2025, at 62. Read more »
South Africa: Police Appeal for Assitance in Locating Dangerous Suspect
SAnews.gov.za
Police in Kopanong and Parkweg are seeking the public's assistance in locating a suspect identified as 32-year-old Lloyd Mcdonald Siswe Jacobs, who is wanted for a number of… Read more »
Nigeria: Civil Society Groups Commend Senator Jarigbe's Performance, Urge Responsible Public Discourse [press release]
Premium Times
Following an independent assessment of his performance, the groups passed a vote of confidence in the senator while urging citizens and political actors to exercise caution against… Read more »
Kenya: Madoya Ready to Take On Kenya Open After Robust Season
Capital FM
Justas Madoya, a seasoned Kenyan golf professional from Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort, is gearing up for the Magical Kenya Open, part of the DP World Tour. Read more »
Kenya: Ichung'wah, Osoro Travel to Us Ahead of National Prayer Breakfast
Capital FM
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah and Majority Whip Sylvanus Osoro are in the United States ahead of the annual National Prayer Breakfast. Read more »
February 03
Sudan: UN Relief Chief Calls for Truce, Protection As Sudan's Suffering Deepens
OCHA
Remarks by UN Under-Secretary-General and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Tom Fletcher, at event to catalyze new funding contributions to the United Nations-led humanitarian response… Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Says Military Has Occupied His Magere Home
Nile Post
National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has accused the military of forcibly occupying his home in Magere, saying armed personnel… Read more »
Uganda: Health Ministry Dismisses Claims of Nipah Virus Outbreak in Uganda
Nile Post
The Ministry of Health has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that Uganda is experiencing an outbreak of Nipah virus, calling the claims false and misleading. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: End to Abuses Still Distant in DR Congo
HRW
President Tshisekedi's Trip to Washington Minerals Summit Chance to Revive Accords Read more »
Sudan: Washington's Quiet Intelligence Engagement with Port Sudan
Ayin Network
Multiple sources confirmed to Ayin that Sudan’s Armed Forces (SAF)-aligned government intelligence director, Gen. Ahmed Mufaddal, was in Washington, DC, in January, where he… Read more »
West Africa: A Dubious Turn in the Sahel [blog]
CFR
Washington’s latest diplomatic overtures to the three junta-led Sahelian states send the wrong message about U.S. tolerance of bad behavior in the region. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: On the Road to DR Congo's Uvira, a Peace Deal Cooked Up in Washington Shows Its True Face
The New Humanitarian
"The world's decision-makers know nothing about what is happening in my country." Read more »
