January 14
Africa: African Cities Must Rise to Meet the Climate Crisis [analysis]
ISS
African cities bear the brunt of climate impacts, and cannot afford to wait for international solidarity that may never come. Read more »
Nigeria: Africa Confidential - FG Outguns Biafra Lobbyists Seeking to Influence Trump On Nigeria
This Day
· Pays $750,000 per month to DC lobbyists on US visa policy, military support, trade and tariffs Read more »
West Africa: Nigeria, Turkey Deepen Ties, Move to Remove Visa Bottlenecks
Daily Trust
Nigeria and Turkey have agreed to enhance bilateral relations, with a focus on visa facilitation, business mobility, and consular matters. Read more »
Nigeria: One Week After Chimamanda's Son's Death... Kano Woman Dies of Scissors Left in Her Body
Leadership
| Family alleges negligence | Kano govt suspends 3 hospital workers over incident Read more »
Nigeria: Reactions As Tinubu Unveils $2bn Climate Fund Plan
Leadership
Nigeria's plan to raise a $2 billion climate finance facility to support its energy transition has drawn cautious reactions from economists, who warn that increased reliance on… Read more »
Tanzania: 'Deliver On Election Promises'
Daily News
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan on Tuesday directed newly appointed leaders to implement, without delay, the promises made to citizens during the General Election campaign. Read more »
Rwanda: Six-Month HIV Prevention Injection Set for Rollout By Year-End
New Times
The government plans to introduce lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, in the last quarter of the year, according to Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC). Read more »
Rwanda: What's Driving Robust Growth in Corporate Bond Issuances?
New Times
Rwanda's corporate bond market recorded strong growth in the 2024/2025 fiscal year, with issuances rising by 61 per cent as investors increasingly turned to debt instruments,… Read more »
Nigeria: EFCC Witness Details How Alleged Scam Kingpin Ran Crypto-Romance Fraud Linked to 792 Arrests
Premium Times
The EFCC witness recalled the December 2024 operation resulting in the arrest of 193 foreigners and 599 Nigerians over alleged cryptocurrency investment fraud and romance scam. Read more »
Nigeria: Two More Rivers Lawmakers Withdraw From Impeachment Move Against Fubara
Premium Times
The latest development is coming about 48 hours after the Minority Leader of the House, Sylvanus Nwankwo, who represents Omuma State Constituency and Peter Abbey, who represents… Read more »
Nigeria: ASUU-FG Agreement - Minister Says Agreement Signals 'Death of Strike' in Public Universities
Premium Times
He said the agreement restores confidence to the academics, predictability of academic calendars, and hope to Nigerian students. Read more »
Nigeria: ASUU-FG Agreement Introduces New Allowances for Professors, Readers
Premium Times
The 2025 agreement reached on 23 December replaced the 2009 FG-ASUU agreement and marked an end to a 16-year dispute between the government and the academics. Read more »
South Africa: Back to School Visit Exposes Problems At Special School
Scrolla
Government leaders visit Northern Lights Special School and find safety staff and transport problems affecting children with physical disabilities. Officials promise help after… Read more »
South Africa: Oscar Mbo Ex Shares Photos and Speaks About Alleged Abuse
Scrolla
Ursula Dlamini shares posts about alleged abuse during her past relationship with DJ Oscar Mbo. Oscar Mbo has not responded and the allegations have not been tested in court. Read more »
Kenya: KQ to Retrieve Boeing 777 On Lease to Turkish Airlines
Capital FM
Kenya Airways (KQ) plans to return to service a Boeing 777 aircraft that is currently sub-leased to Turkish Airlines as it moves to boost network capacity and support its recovery… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Delays Bhang Ban Case As Nacada Joins Petition
Capital FM
The High Court has postponed the hearing of a constitutional petition seeking to lift the ban on cannabis after allowing the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and… Read more »
Kenya: Maraga Blames Education Crisis On Corruption in CBC Transition Demands CBC Reset
Capital FM
2027 Presidential hopeful David Maraga has launched a blistering attack on the state of Kenya's education system, blaming funding cuts, corruption and what he termed shambolic… Read more »
Kenya: Official - Mathare United Snap Up Journeyman, Prolific Forward Makwatta
Capital FM
Mathare United have completed the signing of prolific striker John Mark Makwatta on an undisclosed deal. Read more »
Kenya: Whipping Boys Kisumu Rfc Still Optimistic of Kenya Cup Playoff Spot
Capital FM
NAIROBI, Kenya, January 14, 2026 - Despite losing all their matches thus far, Kisumu RFC head coach Howard Okwemba is determined to make the Kenya Cup playoffs. Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki - Sh6 Billion Allocated to Drought Response, More Funds Set Aside
Capital FM
Kenya Jan 14 Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured Kenyans that the government has fully prepared to respond to the ongoing drought in the country saying adequate measures… Read more »
Kenya: Committee Seeks Knchr Input On Nadco Report and Ten-Point Agenda
Capital FM
The Committee on Implementation of the Ten-Point Agenda and the Nadco report held consultations with the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights as part of its ongoing… Read more »
Kenya: Cotu Backs Court Order Halting Hiring of Private Lawyers By Public Bodies
Capital FM
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-K) has welcomed a High Court order issued in Nakuru suspending the engagement, procurement and payment of private advocates and law… Read more »
Kenya: COTU Backs Court Order Halting Outsourcing of Legal Services By Public Bodies
Capital FM
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-K) has welcomed High Court orders suspending the outsourcing of legal services by national and county governments, state corporations… Read more »
Liberia: Ganta Standard Operation Procedures Final Review Conference Strengthens Media-Security Ties for Liberia's Elections
FrontPageAfrica
Journalists and joint security personnel from five counties, namely: Lofa, Bong, Margibi, Grand Cape Mount, and Nimba Counties as a host County, Concluded a vibrant two-day… Read more »
Liberia: Digital Platforms for Vehicle Registration and Driver's License With GSM Operators, Visa Card Launched
FrontPageAfrica
The Ministry of Transport has officially launched the mobile money payment platforms, a significant step in the Government of Liberia's digital transformation agenda. Read more »
