January 10
Ethiopia: Addis Launches Building of 'Africa's Largest Airport'
Addis Standard
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Saturday laid the foundation stone for the Bishoftu International Airport, poised to become Africa's largest aviation hub, while the Oromo Liberation… Read more »
Sudan: Civil War Leaves Millions Hungry, Health System Nears Collapse
UN News
Sudan's protracted conflict has spiralled into one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises, with hunger, displacement and the collapse of basic services exacting a daily… Read more »
Africa: Africa Stands to Benefit From Gold Rally Amid Global Instability
Daba Finance
The arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by the Trump administration has added a new layer of geopolitical uncertainty, reinforcing gold's role as a global… Read more »
Nigeria: Writer Chimamanda Adichie Blames Baby Son's Death On Medical Negligence
Premium Times
PREMIUM TIMES reported that Nnamdi, one of Adichie's twin sons, died on Wednesday after a brief illness. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Vows to Strengthen Fight Against Insecurity As Trump Threatens More U.S. Strikes
This Day
Nigeria has vowed to intensify its fight against rising insecurity, signaling a renewed commitment to protecting citizens amid escalating threats. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Regional Defence Ministers Meet in Zambia Over DR Congo Crisis
New Times
Defence ministers from the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) are expected to meet in Zambia on Saturday, January 10, to discuss security issues in eastern… Read more »
Djibouti: Djibouti Wins Key Arbitration Case As Saudi Arabia Gains Port Foothold
Daba Finance
Djibouti has secured a rare legal victory in its long-running dispute with Dubai Ports World, easing years of tension with the United Arab Emirates while reshaping port competition… Read more »
Africa: Africa's Startup Market Tightens As Major Deals Collapse in 2025
Daba Finance
Africa's tech ecosystem raised $3 billion in 2025, up 33% from the previous year, as investors returned to deal-making after a prolonged slowdown. Funding rounds closed,… Read more »
South Africa: Why the New U.S. Ambassador to South Africa Could Strain Relations Even Further
RFI
Leo Brent Bozell III, the conservative activist picked by President Donald Trump to represent the United States in South Africa, is preparing to begin his new role as ambassador… Read more »
East Africa: Ethiopia, Kenya Expected to Drive East Africa's Growth in 2026: UN
Addis Standard
Ethiopia and Kenya are projected to be the main drivers of East Africa's economic expansion in 2026, as the sub-region is expected to post the fastest growth rate on the continent,… Read more »
Nigeria: NAF Strikes Hit Terrorists At Abbagajiri, Ground Forces Enter Timbuktu Triangle
Vanguard
Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft operating under the joint task force of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully hit terrorist targets at Abbajiri in the Timbuktu Triangle of Lake… Read more »
Nigeria: New U.S. Visa Bond Will Hurt Tourists, Legitimate Business Trips - Nigerians
Vanguard
Some Nigerians have condemned the new US visa Bond policy, requiring them to pay $15,000 when applying for a US visa saying it would hurt Nigerian tourists or those who are going… Read more »
Nigeria: Central Bank's Liquidity Boost Drives 38 Percent Surge in Dollar Inflows for December
Leadership
Dollar supply rebounded by 38 percent month on month in December 2025 as increased foreign exchange sales by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) helped support market liquidity, data… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Nigerian Airlines 'Re Struggling Despite Aviation Sector Reforms
Vanguard
Despite the gains recorded in the country's aviation sector under the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, concerns over multiple taxations have… Read more »
Nigeria: CBN - Steering Nigeria's Economy Through Challenges
This Day
As Nigeria enters 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has set the stage for a cautiously optimistic economic trajectory, reflecting both the resilience of the domestic economy… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Restrains Nigeria's Resident Doctors From Planned Strike
Premium Times
The court also barred NARD from taking steps preparatory to any industrial action. Read more »
Nigeria/Algeria: Eagles Vs Foxes Revenge or Consolidation?
This Day
Today's AFCON quarter-final encounter between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Desert Foxes of Algeria in the 45,000-capacity Grand Stade de Marrakech will no doubt be very… Read more »
Africa: FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup 2026 African Qualifiers Draw Unveils Road to Morocco
CAF
The draw for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Morocco 2026 African Qualifiers was held on Saturday in Rabat, marking the official kick-off of the African qualifying campaign. Read more »
Africa: Salah Sparkles As Egypt Eliminates Holders
CAF
Egypt has qualified for the semi-finals of the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations The Pharaohs will face the Lions of Teranga on Wednesday in Tangier The other semi-final… Read more »
Africa: At the Heart of Change - Spotlight Initiative Highlights Breakthroughs in Tackling Gender-Based Violence
UN News
When it comes to protecting women and girls from gender-based violence, change happens when they are "at the heart of every decision," according to Erin Kenny, Global Coordinator… Read more »
Ethiopia: Bishoftu International Airport Project Signals New Era for African Aviation
ENA
The construction of Bishoftu International Airport (BIA) has been hailed as a landmark development for Ethiopia and the wider African aviation sector. Read more »
Nigeria: Medics Upset Over Media Reports Over Chimamanda's Son's Death
Vanguard
The Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, Lagos State branch, has criticised the decision by some parties to take allegations surrounding the death of patient to the media, insisting… Read more »
Africa: Afcon 25 - Full List of Top Scorers Ahead of Semi Finals
Vanguard
Morocco's Brahim Díaz currently leads the goalscoring chart at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), having netted five goals so far in the tournament. Read more »
Africa: UAE-African Union Talks Highlight Peace, Technology, and Water As Pillars of Africa's Future
Capital FM
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the African Union Commission (AUC) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening strategic cooperation following high-level talks held in Addis… Read more »
Nigeria: Trump Warns of More U.S. Strikes in Nigeria
Premium Times
Mr Trump had disclosed to the world through a post on Truth Social that the attack was part of the US effort to stop the operations of radical Islamic groups in the country. Read more »
