April 02
Nigeria: Tanker Explosion - FRSC Urges States to Step Up Enforcement of Road Safety Regulations
Vanguard
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has urged states and relevant authorities to step up enforcement of road safety regulations, particularly regarding truck standards and driver… Read more »
Liberia: Miss Liberia Runner-Up Ordered Arrested Over Assault and Threat
Liberian Investigator
The Monrovia City Court at the Temple of Justice has issued a writ of arrest for Miss Liberia 1st Runner Up, Kindness Wilson, on multiple criminal charges, including simple… Read more »
Kenya: Senator Nyutu Dismisses Ruto's Claims On Gachagua's Sh10bn Exit Demand
Capital FM
Murang'a Senator Joe Nyutu has dismissed President William Ruto's claims that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua demanded Sh10 billion to resign amid their fallout. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Sacks Kyari, Appoints Ojulari As New NNPC Boss
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has announced a major restructuring of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, effective April 2, 2025. Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Records $23.11bn Net Forex Reserve, Highest in 3 Years
Leadership
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reported a substantial improvement in its net foreign exchange reserve (NFER) position as of the end of 2024, reflecting a substantial… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Former City of Harare Bosses Up for U.S.$465,000 Fraud in Failed Mbare Bio-Digester Project
New Zimbabwe
Two former top officials at City of Harare (CoH) have been dragged to court for allegedly awarding a US$465,290 tender to an undeserving company. Read more »
Zimbabwe: ZEC Appoints New Chief Elections Officer
New Zimbabwe
THE Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) has appointed Simbarashe Tongayi as the new substantive Chief Elections Officer. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Sacks Kyari, NNPC Board Chair
Daily Trust
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board, removing its Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari… Read more »
Nigeria: Govt, Experts Call for Increased Investments in Maternal Health
Daily Trust
The federal government and stakeholders in the health sector have called for increased investments in women's health and empowerment to enhance their access to quality healthcare… Read more »
Nigeria: President Tinubu, Top Dignitaries Set for Opening Ceremony in Uyo - NDSF [press release]
Premium Times
The opening ceremony will showcase 40 music and comedy talents from the Niger Delta region, with Phyno and Eben headlining the musical performances Read more »
Kenya: 3 Students Among 4 Passengers Killed in Kisumu-Kisii Road Accident
Capital FM
Three pupils returning for April school holidays have been confirmed dead in a morning accident at Kibuon area in Nyakach along Kisumu Kisii road. Read more »
Kenya: Governors to Challenge Kenya Power in Court Over Unpaid Wayleave Fees
Capital FM
The Council of Governors is planning to challenge a law that exempts the Kenya Power Company from paying billions of shillings in wayleave fees. The county bosses argue that the… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans to Gain More From Broadbased Govt - President Ruto
Capital FM
Kenyans stand to gain more from the broadbased government as opposed to a divided country along ethnic lines, President William Ruto has said. Read more »
Nigeria: Ekiti Airport 'Ll Run 24-Hour Flight Operations - Governor Oyebanji
Vanguard
Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State, yesterday, assured that the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport will run a 24-hour operation to give the route a… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Airline Acquires Aircraft After Suspending Flight
Daily Trust
Green Africa, one of Nigeria's domestic carriers, has acquired its very first owned aircraft. Read more »
Nigeria: Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Defies Kogi Govt, Police Ban, Holds Homecoming Rally
Daily Trust
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan yesterday defied the Kogi State government's ban on rallies and a police directive restricting public gatherings as she held a homecoming rally in… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zanu-PF Commends Citizens for Upholding Peace
The Herald
ZANU PF has applauded Zimbabweans for heeding President Mnangagwa's call for peace. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Trump Aid Cut - Zim to Unveil HIV Funding Plan
The Herald
ZIMBABWE will unveil an HIV sustainability plan expected to address funding issues following the suspension of development partner support through United States President Donald… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabweans Demonstrate Full Support for President
The Herald
Zimbabweans demonstrated their full support for President Mnangagwa and their appreciation of the peace prevailing in the country by ignoring calls to demonstrate by some… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Govt Procures Breathalysers to Use At Roadblocks
The Herald
The Government is in the process of procuring more breathalysers for use at roadblocks to combat the rising number of accidents caused by reckless and drunk driving. Read more »
Uganda: Odur Grills DPP Over 'We're Still Investigating' Excuse in Criminal Cases
Nile Post
During the committee meeting, Odur asked DPP officials if any of them had ever been charged with a criminal offence. When none responded, he suggested this might explain why… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa's Regime Panics - Forces Police Officers to Sign Loyalty Forms
New Zimbabwe
ZIMBABWE Republic Police (ZRP) officers have been forced to sign loyalty forms that declare that they will not go against any order given by Commissioner General Stephen Mutamba,… Read more »
Rwanda: Trade Minister Outlines Solutions for Cooperatives Market Shortages
New Times
Minister of Trade and Industry, Prudence Sebahizi, has outlined measures to address market inefficiencies facing agricultural cooperatives, including issues in production tracking,… Read more »
Ghana: Enhanced Educare Launched to Secure Children's Education
Ghanaian Times
Enterprise Life has reaffirmed its commitment to education with the launch of the Enhanced Educare Solution, a product designed to empower lives and support them to access… Read more »
Ghana: GIS Boss Recalls 78 Officers From Interdiction
Ghanaian Times
The Comptroller-General of Immigration (CGI), Samuel Basintale Amadu, has recalled 78 personnel from interdiction, reaffirming his commitment to discipline and due process. Read more »
