October 24
Nigeria: Ex-INEC Chair, Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, Dies At 83
Leadership
Professor Humphrey Nwosu, who served as Chairman of the then National Electoral Commission (NEC) from 1989 to 1993, has passed away. Read more »
Zimbabwe: High Rates of Untreated Osteoporosis Found Among Women in Zimbabwe Living With HIV
New Zimbabwe
Despite high rates of untreated osteoporosis and previous fractures among menopausal women in Zimbabwe -- especially among those living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) --… Read more »
Ethiopia: In Ethiopia, WFP Is Helping Families to Resettle, Rebuild and Reconquer Their Livelihoods, Post-Conflict
WFP
Two years on from the Pretoria Agreement "Peace deal," families are returning to their homes in parts of Northern Ethiopia and rebuilding their livelihoods with support from WFP. Read more »
Nigeria: Moghalu Emerges President of African School of Governance
Leadership
Former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) , Professor Kingsley Moghalu, has been appointed the inaugural president of the newly established African School of… Read more »
South Africa: Safa Well Represented in the Nomination List for the 2024 CAF Awards
SAFA
Bafana Bafana captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams leads the list after he was nominated in the Player of the Year (Men) category, Goalkeeper of the Year (Men) and Interclub… Read more »
South Africa: Suspect Facing Murder and Attempted Murder Charges to Appear in Mahwelereng Magistrate's Court [press release]
SAPS
A 44-year-old male suspect is scheduled to appear in Mahwelereng Magistrate's Court for a bail application on Friday, 25 October 2024 on charges of murder and attempted murder. Read more »
South Africa: Facebook Serial Rapist Sentenced to Two Life Terms Imprisonment Plus 60 Years' [press release]
SAPS
Thohoyandou High Court in Vhembe District sentenced a 35-year-old Mikovhe Vincent Makhavhu to two life terms imprisonment and an additional 60 years' for rape, compelled sexual… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe, India to Exploit Vast Trade Opportunities
The Herald
VICE President Kembo Mohadi has said Zimbabwe and India, which enjoy pleasant relations, have vast trade opportunities that should be exploited for the benefit of both nations. Read more »
Nigeria: Cabinet Reshuffle and Effective Representation - Why Tinubu Should Have a Rethink [opinion]
Premium Times
Given Kano's pivotal role in Tinubu's emergence, Kano State deserves the same level of representation as Ogun State. Read more »
Nigeria: Super Eagles Trio Nominated for Prestigious CAF Awards 2024
Premium Times
In a remarkable display of team excellence, the Super Eagles have also been nominated for the Team of the Year category, Read more »
South Africa: Trio, Nabbed for Rhino Poaching, Remanded in Custody [press release]
SAPS
Three alleged rhino poachers appeared before the Polokwane Magistrate's Court on Wednesday 23 October 2024, facing an additional charge of possession of an unlicensed firearm and… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe, South Africa to Meet Over Road Traffic Accidents
The Herald
Officials from Zimbabwe and South Africa are set to meet next week to discuss how to deal with the scourge of road traffic accidents and the movement of dangerous goods between the… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Condoles NNPCL Over Helicopter Crash, Directs Expanded Search Mission
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has directed an intensification of search and rescue for passengers of the ill-fated helicopter that crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Bonny Finima on… Read more »
Liberia: Legislative Backstabbing - Where Are We Heading? [opinion]
Liberian Observer
The recent actions of Liberian legislators relative to the political harassment and smear campaign orchestrated to dethrone Speaker Fonati Koffa cunningly have once again brought… Read more »
Nigeria: Super Eagles Soar in Latest FIFA Rankings
Premium Times
The Super Eagles' sole match during the review period was a 1-0 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying win against Libya's Mediterranean Knights Read more »
Malawi: Bushiri Honored With Global Visionary Award for Goshen Smart City Transformation
Nyasa Times
In a dazzling ceremony that celebrated innovation and leadership in urban development, Dr. Shepherd Bushiri, President of Goshen City, received the prestigious Global Visionary and… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Fight to Mitigate Drought, Boost Food Security Turns Digital
The Herald
The country's plot to boost food security is thickening with Government adopting a Food and Nutrition Security Information System that generates critical data to influence both… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Chiwandire Primed for Come-Back Fight
The Herald
Kudakwashe Chiwandire is tying the loose ends ahead of her come-back fight against Tanzanian Flora Machela in Lilongwe, Malawi on Sunday. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Byo Centre of Attention As It Hosts Zanu-PF Conference
The Herald
The Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF), an annual event held in Bulawayo in April, is a vital component of the city's economic landscape. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Rabbit Farmers Unite for a Common Cause
The Herald
Rabbit farmers in some Harare suburbs have joined forces to find ways of saving their herds from a 'mysterious' disease that appears capable of inflicting huge losses if not… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Legends Academy Duo Reunite At Warriors
The Herald
As Zimbabwe's home-based Warriors begin preparations for their 2025 Africa Nations Championships (CHAN) qualifier against Eswatini, their training camp has provided a platform for… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Wills and Administration of Deceased Estates
The Herald
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Zimbabwe: Super-Imperialism - Understanding Us' Threat to Global Development, Peace
The Herald
Zimbabwe and other countries in the Global South or, in the language of development, "the periphery" which covers the developing world -- are facing an existential threat of… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Presidential ICT Scheme Benefits Gokwe School
The Herald
Gwamure High School in Gokwe District has become the latest beneficiary of the Presidential Information Communication Technology Programme, a key initiative under the Second… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Dembare House On Fire Again
The Herald
Turbulent Dynamos had their house on fire again yesterday, with players once again downing tools, protesting and pressing for payment of their outstanding bonuses. Read more »
