June 01
Nigeria: Fresh Ebola Threat - Lagos Tightens Mmia Surveillance to Block Imported Cases
Vanguard
The Lagos State Government has intensified surveillance and emergency preparedness measures at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, even as it moved to prevent the… Read more »
Nigeria: 1,000 Forest Guards - Ben Murray-Bruce Commends Ribadu's Security Measures
Vanguard
Former senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, has praised the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, for steps being taken to strengthen security across the country, particularly the approval… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: FDLR's 'General' Mutayomba Wounded in Battle, Evacuated to Kinshasa
New Times
A senior member of the FDLR militia identified as Mutayomba was severely wounded during recent fighting with AFC/M23 rebels in Masisi Territory in eastern DR Congo, reports said on… Read more »
Nigeria: Attack - NUT Orders Indefinite Strike in Oyo, Nationwide Protest Tuesday
Leadership
The national leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers ( NUT) , has directed all primary and secondary school teachers in Oyo State to embark on an indefinite strike over the… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Orders Integration of Madrasa and Duksi Into Basic Education System
Capital FM
President William Ruto has directed the Ministry of Education to begin consultations aimed at formally integrating Madrasa, Duksi, and pastoral instruction programmes into Kenya's… Read more »
Malawi: AG Cracks Whip On MEC - 'Nothing Can Stop Relocation to Blantyre'
Nyasa Times
A fresh showdown has erupted between the government and the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), with Attorney General Frank Mbeta declaring that there is "nothing" standing in the… Read more »
Kenya: Madaraka Day 2026 - President Ruto Leads Historic National Celebrations in Wajir
Capital FM
President William Ruto is leading the 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations at the newly constructed Wajir Stadium, marking a historic milestone for the North Eastern region which is… Read more »
South Africa: Gauteng Cuts Funding for Non-South African Social Workers
GroundUp
Non-profits will no longer receive provincial funding for immigrant workers, a move organisations say "goes against their very ethics and morals" Read more »
Mali: Outspoken Critic of Mali's Junta Still Missing a Month On
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South Africa: Ramaphosa Impeachment Panel Sits for First Time - South African News Briefs - June 1, 2026
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Africa: How South Africa's Xenophobic Online Machine Was Rebooted in 2026
Daily Maverick
Recent events did not create SA's xenophobic online machine. They reveal how entrenched, interconnected and politically influential that machine has already become. Read more »
South Africa: Is South Africa Making Good on Its Climate Promises? Our Sums Say 'Yes' - At Least so Far
Bhekisisa
To make good on its climate promises, South Africa is aiming to pump no more than the equivalent of 420-million tonnes of carbon dioxide into the air by 2030 — and… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Garden in a Box' Initiative Is Helping Pregnant Women Eat Nutritious Food While Building Self-Reliance Through Gardening [blog]
Nigeria Health Watch
Tola (not real name) did not expect much when she first received the small white box with a bunch of biodegradable seed sheets neatly tucked inside. Yet, the spinach, beetroots,… Read more »
Angola: Angola Plans to Train 38,000 Health Professionals By 2028
ANGOP
Angola intends to train approximately 38,000 health professionals by 2028, within the framework of the National Health Training Project, focusing on strengthening the technical and… Read more »
Angola: Some 3,000 Mangroves to Be Planted in Luanda South Coastal Zone
ANGOP
A campaign to plant 3,000 mangroves will be promoted during the current month in the area between nicha beach and the fish market, in the Benfica commune, Talatona municipality,… Read more »
Kenya: Over 7,000 Girls Attend Nairobi Festival Promoting Confidence and Positive Choices
Capital FM
More than 7,000 adolescent girls gathered at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, for the Nairobi edition of SKY FEST 2026, an annual event aimed at promoting confidence,… Read more »
East Africa: Uganda's Story - Strength in the Face of Ebola
Nile Post
The Monitor's Ebola story on X, as well as irresponsible reporting by Africa Centre for disease control and Aljazeera show how major media players can be out of touch with reality. Read more »
Rwanda: Tech Firm Aos Commemorates Genocide, Supports Nyamata Memorial, Survivors
New Times
AOS, the leading data centre service provider in Rwanda, has commemorated the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi while supporting its survivors and contributing to the preservation… Read more »
Africa: Nduhungirehe Attends Korea-Africa Talks in Seoul
New Times
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe is in Seoul, attending the 2026 Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers' Meeting, a high-level gathering… Read more »
Tanzania: GGML Kili Challenge 2026 Targets 2.6bn/ - For HIV/Aids Fight
Daily News
THE 2026 edition of the GGML Kilimanjaro Challenge Against HIV/AIDS was officially launched on Saturday, in Dar es Salaam through a fundraising walk and charity drive, with… Read more »
Africa: South Africa Made to Look Like Fools Over World Cup Visa Issues, Says Minister
New Zimbabwe
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Africa: South Africa Moves to Regulate Foreign Workers As New Labour Bill Heads to Parliament
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Ghana: Transforming Rural Roads, Agric Sector - Ghana Secures $500m World Bank Funding
Ghanaian Times
The World Bank has approved $500 million in financing for the Ghana Market Access and Connectivity Project (GMACP), a major initiative aimed at improving rural road connectivity… Read more »
Africa: Solomon Owusu, Andrew Appiah Danquah File Petition for Removal of AfCFTA Secretary-General Over Xenophobia Attacks in South Africa
Ghanaian Times
Solomon Owusu, Andrew Appiah Danquah file Petition for removal of AfCFTA Secretary-General over Xenophobia attacks in South Africa Read more »
Africa: Liberia Calls for New Global Framework On Poverty Reduction
Liberian Observer
The Agriculture Minister Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah called Tuesday for a "fundamental shift" in global poverty reduction strategy, pressing governments, financial institutions, and… Read more »
