October 22
Burkina Faso: WFP Delivers Life-Saving Aid to One Million People in Burkina Faso
UN News
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has reached a significant milestone in its humanitarian response in Burkina Faso, according to a report released on Tuesday. Read more »
Sudan: Investigations Intensify After Russian-Crewed Plane Downed in Darfur
Dabanga
The Russian embassy in Khartoum is collaborating with Sudanese authorities to investigate the recent downing of a cargo plane in the El Malha area of North Darfur yesterday,… Read more »
South Africa: End of Coal in South Africa - What 100,000 Workers Will Need When Their Jobs Go [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
South Africa's move to renewable energy means that the coal industry will be phased out over the coming decades. This transition away from a fossil-fuel based economy will affect… Read more »
Uganda: 'An Ecological War Is Going On' - Uganda Charcoal Booms Despite Ban [analysis]
African Arguments
Our undercover investigation highlights how easily corruption and unclear borders continue to undermine the charcoal ban in Uganda. Read more »
Nigeria: Supreme Court Reserves Judgment in 19 States' Suit Challenging EFCC Legitimacy
This Day
The Supreme Court, on Tuesday, reserved judgment in the suit filed by 19 states challenging the constitutionality of the laws establishing the Economic and Financial Crimes… Read more »
Seychelles: Seychelles and IAEA Host Antimicrobial Resistance Regional Meeting and Training
Seychelles News Agency
Seychelles aims to be better equipped to deal with bacteria that are resistant to medicines, such as antibiotics, which can cause threats to both humans and animals through a… Read more »
Niger: Another World Is Possible When Invisible Chains Are Recognized As Such
Agenzia Fides
Pierluigi Maccalli, who was held hostage for more than two years by Salafist-inspired groups, has returned to Niger, the place of his kidnapping, to spend a few days (see Fides,… Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Falls Short of Daily Petrol Supply Commitment
Premium Times
In September, the federal government said the Dangote Refinery would supply Nigeria's domestic market with 25 million litres of petrol daily and 35 million litres daily from… Read more »
Nigeria: False Claims Continue to Circulate That Former Nigerian President Buhari's House Was Set On Fire During August 2024 Protests
Africa Check
False claims continue to circulate that former Nigerian president Buhari's house was set on fire during August 2024 protests Read more »
Kenya: No, Kenyan Cabinet Secretary Wandayi Didn't Say Opposition Party Will Nominate a Woman for Deputy President - Viral Graphic Fabricated
Africa Check
No, Kenyan cabinet secretary Wandayi didn't say opposition party will nominate a woman for deputy president - viral graphic fabricated Read more »
Somalia: Somalia - Mogadishu Security Sweep Targets Potential Threats
Shabelle
On the night of October 21, 2024, the Somali government launched a significant security offensive in the Hamarweyne district of Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, with the intent… Read more »
Somalia: Resignations Shake Somali Football Federation Over Bias Allegations of Corruption and Mismanagement
Radio Dalsan
The Somali Football Federation (SFF) has been hit by a wave of resignations from key international referees, sparking controversy over allegations of interference, regional bias,… Read more »
Zambia: Zambia Seeks New Mining Partnerships to Boost Copper Production
Daba Finance
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Namibia: Menstrual Leave - a Step Towards Gender Equity
Namibian
Recently, the discussion around workplace inclusivity and the development of equitable and supportive environments has evolved beyond traditional issues like gender pay gaps, equal… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Needs N$9.9 Billion Annually to Finance Green Growth
Namibian
Namibia will need N$9.9 billion annually to meet its green growth objectives. Read more »
Sudan: 'Access to Reliable Info Is a Lifeline in War-Torn Sudan'
Dabanga
In war-torn Sudan, access to accurate, independent information is a necessity for life for ordinary civilians, as well as the millions of internally displaced people and refugees… Read more »
Africa: Russia-Africa - Developing Media Partnership
IPS
At a recent media briefing, Maria Zakharova, the spokesperson for Russia's Foreign Ministry, criticized the United States for its support of educational programs, media and NGOs in… Read more »
Africa: Kenya Leads Africa in Startup Funds Raised
Capital FM
Kenya has emerged as the leading African country in startup funding, raising $437 million (Sh56.5 billion), which represents 31 percent of total funds raised on the continent,… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Files Objection to Case Contesting Nomination of Kindiki as New DP
Capital FM
President William Ruto has filed a preliminary objection to an urgent suit at the Kirinyaga High Court contesting the nomination of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki as… Read more »
Tunisia: President Kais Saied Meets Members of Government, Urges More Efforts and Swift Preparation of New Legislation
Tunis Afrique Presse
President Kais Saied met with all members of the government at Carthage Palace on Monday afternoon and urged them to work harder, stressing the need to speed up the preparation of… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwean Filmmaker, Activist Chosen for Spendlove Prize
New Zimbabwe
Tsitsi Dangarembga, a renowned Zimbabwean filmmaker, novelist and cultural activist, was selected as the 16th recipient of the Alice and Clifford Spendlove Prize in Social Justice,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Planned 2017 Coup to Avoid Prosecution for Gukurahundi Massacres - Former CIO Director Says
New Zimbabwe
A FORMER deputy director general in the Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) has made sensational claims that President Emmerson Mnangagwa, his deputy Constantino Chiwenga and… Read more »
Malawi: High Court to Hear K30bn Financial Crimes Case Involving Mulli Brothers, Muhara, Chiunda
Nyasa Times
The High Court in Lilongwe is set to hear a significant case involving allegations of financial misconduct against Leston Mulli of Mulli Brothers Limited (MBL), former Secretary to… Read more »
Malawi: With No Home to Go Back to, Over 7000 Flood Survivors in Nsanje Face Harsh Reality After Relocation
Nyasa Times
Over 7,000 flood survivors in Nsanje District are grappling with dire living conditions after being relocated due to the devastating impacts of recent cyclones. Many, like… Read more »
Nigeria: Transmission Problem Causes Power Outage in Most of Northern Nigeria - TCN
Premium Times
"By around 5:15 a.m. and 5:17 a.m. Line 1 and Line 2 were tried, but they all tripped immediately on the same relay indication," the TCN said. Read more »