January 13
Malawi: DPP At War With Itself Over 'Ayimanso Project' As Credit Row Explodes
Nyasa Times
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is being torn apart by a bitter internal war over who truly launched President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika's "Ayimanso Project" -- the… Read more »
Nigeria: Scholars Decry Lack of Social Support for Elderly Nigerians
Leadership
Findings by the Social Network Research Group, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, have revealed that the formal and institutional support system for elderly people in… Read more »
Nigeria: Peace, Unity Key to Development - Kefas
Leadership
Taraba State governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, has described peace and unity as fundamental keys for the development and progress of any society. Read more »
Nigeria: Human Trafficking Has Persisted in Bauchi - Agency
Leadership
Human trafficking remains a menace in Bauchi State, with victims trafficked both within Nigeria and across international borders, the National Agency for the Prohibition of… Read more »
Nigeria: Northern Groups Condemn Attack On Hausa Traders in Edo, Demand Justice
Leadership
The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the recent attack on Hausa traders in Ekpoma, Edo Central Senatorial District, describing the incident as an unprovoked act… Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Yusuf Plans Empowerment for 50,000 Youths
Leadership
Kano State government has announced plans to train and empower 50,000 youths in 2026 as part of efforts to promote self-reliance and economic stability among young people. Read more »
Nigeria: CDS Unveils Plans to Boost Pay, Welfare of Military Personnel
Vanguard
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has assured officers and personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria that concrete steps are underway to enhance the salaries… Read more »
Nigeria: Salah and Mane Meet Again With Afcon Final Place On the Line
Vanguard
Three years after they last appeared together, Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah meet again on Wednesday on opposing sides as Senegal and Egypt clash for a place in the Africa Cup of… Read more »
Uganda: South African Netflix Star Thapelo Mokoena to Visit Uganda Next Month
Independent (Kampala)
South African actor, filmmaker, and entrepreneur Thapelo Mokoena will visit Uganda from 12th to 16th February 2026. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Campaigns in Bukonzo East, Advocates for Commercial Agriculture and Tourism
Independent (Kampala)
President Yoweri Museveni on Monday campaigned in Bukonzo East, Kasese District, where he called on residents to embrace commercial agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing as key… Read more »
Kenya: Muli Mulls Kitui Central Parliamentary Bid As National Profile Soars
Capital FM
The political landscape in Kitui Central is poised for a major shake-up as Dr Augustus Kyalo Muli, leader of the National Liberal Party (NLP), considers throwing his hat into the… Read more »
Kenya: 'Words Like Hot Air Will Not Find Their Way in My Judgments' - Akech to Koome
Capital FM
University of Nairobi law professor Migai Akech launched his bid for a Court of Appeal seat on Monday with a pointed declaration: he would keep "words like hot air" out of his… Read more »
Somalia: SNA, Allies Kill 17 Al-Shabaab Militants in Middle Shabelle Air Operation
Shabelle
The Somali National Army (SNA), backed by international partners, killed 17 Al-Shabaab militants in a targeted airstrike in the Middle Shabelle region, the government announced… Read more »
Somalia: UN and Somali Disaster Officials Visit Dhoobley Amid Worsening Drought Crisis
Shabelle
A high-level humanitarian delegation led by the Commissioner of the National Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), Mohamud Moalim Abdulle, arrived in the border town of Dhobley on… Read more »
Somalia: Somali, South Korean Foreign Ministers Discuss Maritime Security and Sovereignty
Shabelle
Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdisalam Abdi Ali, held high-level bilateral talks via video conference Monday with his South Korean… Read more »
Nigeria: I'll Clear Unpaid Pensions, Gratuities By Month-End, Says Gov Alia
Daily Trust
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has assured pensioners in the state that all outstanding pensions and gratuities accrued within the last two and a half years will be cleared… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Daily - How Nigeria's Elections Have Changed Since 1999
Daily Trust
Nigeria returned to civilian rule in 1999 after years of military governance, with an election that symbolised hope, national rebirth, and the promise of democratic stability. Read more »
Nigeria: Soldiers' Deployment for Internal Security Weakening Police - Buratai
Daily Trust
A former Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, on Monday said the increasing deployment of members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria for internal security is weakening the capacity of… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Tambuwal Welcomes Foreign Intervention for Credible Polls
Daily Trust
Former Sokoto State governor and senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has said he would welcome intervention by the international community in Nigeria's 2027… Read more »
Tunisia: President of Republic Orders Urgent Overhaul of Social Security Funds to Protect Health Coverage
Tunis Afrique Presse
President Kaïs Saïed met Monday at Carthage Palace Minister of Social Affairs, Issam Lahmar, with whom he reviewed the situation of the social security funds,… Read more »
Tunisia: President Kais Saied Calls for Flexible Rollout of E-Invoicing and Accelerated Digitalisation
Tunis Afrique Presse
President Kaïs Saïed addressed, during a meeting held Monday at Carthage Palace with Finance Minister Michket Slama Khaldi, a number of issues related to the state's… Read more »
Uganda: You Have Seen the Lord, Now Go and Tell - North Kigezi Youth Commissioned
Nile Post
Youth and students in North Kigezi Diocese have been commissioned to go out and boldly witness to their peers after encountering Christ during the Diocesan Annual Youth and… Read more »
Nigeria: Customs Rolls Out Fresh Procedure for Courier Companies
Daily Trust
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has rolled out a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for courier companies operating in the country. Read more »
Algeria/Morocco: Abuja Fans Hail Super Eagles' Win Over Algeria, Caution Against Morocco Tomorrow
Daily Trust
Football fans in Abuja have lauded the Weekend Super Eagles' impressive 2-0 victory over Algeria at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, describing the performance… Read more »
Malawi: World Bank Warns Malawi On Forex Losses, Debt and Inflation
Nyasa Times
The World Bank has raised the alarm over problems in how the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) handles foreign currency, saying it is causing huge losses, more debt, and higher prices… Read more »
