January 13
Africa: AUC Chairperson This Afternoon Received H.E. Ms. Ayano Kunimitsu, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan
African Union
The Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this afternoon received H.E. Ms. Ayano Kunimitsu, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of #Japan, at the AU… Read more »
Nigeria: Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Condemns Detention of 52 AAU Students
Vanguard
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has condemned the arrest and alleged unlawful detention of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), describing the action… Read more »
Nigeria: Tetfund Unveils 2026 Intervention, Approves N6.5bn for Tertiary Institutions
Vanguard
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) says it will disburse N6.452 billion to tertiary institutions in its 2026 intervention cycle. Read more »
Kenya: Nacada Cracks Down On Ruiru Drug Networks, Vows to 'Fold' Suppliers
Capital FM
In a decisive blow against narcotics supply chains, a multi-agency team led by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) stormed a drug… Read more »
Uganda: Gold Exports Power Uganda's Mineral Economy As New Industry Heavyweights Emerge
Independent (Kampala)
Uganda's gold sector has moved to the centre of the country's export economy, with earnings hitting a record US$5.8 billion (about Shs21.1 trillion) in the year to November 2025,… Read more »
Uganda: Elections - Internet Shutdown Due in Uganda
Independent (Kampala)
The Uganda Communications Commission executive director Nyombi Thembo will at a special press conference Tuesday evening officially confirm a directive to all licensed Mobile… Read more »
Kenya: How a YouTube Frenzy Sparked a Debate On Modern Masculinity in Kenya
Capital FM
The frenzied reception accorded to American digital sensation IShowSpeed during his recent Kenyan tour has evolved beyond a celebrity spectacle into a national conversation about… Read more »
Kenya: LSK Threatens 'Radical Surgery' On Judiciary Over Ban On External State Counsel
Capital FM
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has vowed a strong confrontation with the judiciary, calling the term "judicial impunity" after a High Court ruling in Nakuru that bars government… Read more »
Uganda: On the Campaign Trail - the Tactics Shaping Uganda's 2026 Elections
Daily Maverick
Uganda's campaign season highlights a shift toward hybrid campaigning where traditional methods coexist with digital innovation and symbolic experimentation. Read more »
Africa: South Africa's 2025 Matric Pass Rate Hits Record 88 Percent, but Maths Woes and Late Dropouts Temper Celebrations
Daily Maverick
Minister Siviwe Gwarube hailed the Class of 2025's NSC pass rate for climbing to 88%, the highest ever for more than 900,000 candidates, with KZN topping the provinces. Yet experts… Read more »
Kenya: Kiharu Day Secondary School Fees Cut to Sh500 Per Term
Capital FM
Day secondary school learners in Kiharu Constituency will now pay Sh500 per term under a new education support programme rolled out by area MP Ndindi Nyoro. Read more »
Kenya: Omtatah, Activists Take KPC Sale to Court, Cite National Security Risks
Capital FM
A constitutional petition seeking to block the proposed privatisation of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has been filed at the High Court, with the applicants asking that the… Read more »
Rwanda: APR WVC Part Ways With Coach Kamasa
New Times
APR Women's Volleyball Club (WVC) have parted ways with head coach Peter Kamasa, bringing to an end a two-year spell that ranks among the most successful in the club's history. Read more »
Kenya: Speaker Wetang'ula Visits Ailing Kwanza MP Ferdinand Wanyonyi in India
Capital FM
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula on Tuesday paid a visit to Kwanza Constituency Member of Parliament, Hon. Ferdinand Wanyonyi, who is undergoing specialised treatment at… Read more »
Nigeria: Kano Govt Probes Death of Woman Over Alleged Surgical Negligence
Premium Times
A pair of surgical scissors had been left inside her abdomen during surgery in September. Read more »
Nigeria: 'Domestic Violence Allegations Are False,' Says Ned Nwoko, Revealing Whatsapp Chats With Regina Daniels
Premium Times
PREMIUM TIMES reported that the marital crisis between the 65-year-old lawmaker and the 25-year-old actress began in October 2025. Read more »
Nigeria: Funke Akindele's 'Behind the Scenes' Hits Over N2 Billion, Becomes Highest-Grossing Nollywood Film
Premium Times
It also recorded the highest single-day gross in Nollywood history on Boxing Day, earning N129.5 million. Read more »
Nigeria: The Nigerian Media and 2027 Elections
Premium Times
Never again should Nigerians be treated to preventable institutional collapse where the loser is Nigerian democracy. Read more »
Kenya: No, Kenyan Research Firm Infotrak Did Not Release Opinion Poll Ranking Popularity in Bomet Ward
Africa Check
No, Kenyan research firm Infotrak did not release opinion poll ranking popularity in Bomet ward Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Criticizes Gachagua for Encouraging Armed Youth Mobilization
Capital FM
President William Ruto has criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for mobilizing young people to provide personal protection, warning against the misuse of youths for… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Can Sanwo-Olu Claim Leadership in Lagos?' Fayose Queries Fubara's 001 Stance
Vanguard
Former Ekiti State governor Ayo Fayose has questioned claims of political leadership in Rivers State, faulting Governor Siminalayi Fubara's declaration of himself as "001" in the… Read more »
Ethiopia: Japanese Delegation Explores Investment Opportunities At Ethiopia's Bole Lemi Special Economic Zone
ENA
A high-level Japanese business delegation led by State Minister for Foreign Affairs Kunimitsu Ayano has paid an official visit to Ethiopia's Bole Lemi Special Economic Zone,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Israel Reaffirm Strong Ties Ahead of 4th Political Consultation
ENA
State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Hadera Abera, held talks with Gideon Sa'ar, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Israel, focusing on strengthening the… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Defends South Lokichar Oil Plan As Parliament Faces Tight Review Deadline
Capital FM
The Government has defended its decision to approve the South Lokichar Field Development Plan (FDP), arguing that the project is legally sound, economically viable and critical to… Read more »
Kenya: Koome Installs 2 New JSC Members
Capital FM
Chief Justice Martha Koome has sworn in Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung'u and Chief Magistrate Everlyne Olwande as new members of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). Read more »
