May 31
Kenya: ODM Leaders Fault State Spending, Rallies Rejection of Finance Bill
Capital FM
The ODM Linda Mwananchi faction has ramped up criticism over the proposed taxation in the 2026 Finance Bill, faulting the Kenya Kwanza administration for what they term runaway… Read more »
Kenya: Study Finds 43% of Kenyan Healthcare Workers Show Symptoms of Depression
Capital FM
More than four in ten healthcare workers in Kenya are experiencing symptoms of depression, highlighting growing concerns over the mental wellbeing of frontline medical staff,… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Lands in Wajir Ahead of Historic Madaraka Day in North Eastern
Capital FM
President William Ruto has arrived in Habaswein, Wajir County, as he begins a development tour of Kenya's North Eastern region ahead of this year's Madaraka Day celebrations, which… Read more »
Kenya: SHA Pays Sh12.7 Billion to Healthcare Providers in May Claims Cycle
Capital FM
The Social Health Authority (SHA) paid Sh12.74 billion to healthcare providers in its May claims cycle, with the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) accounting for Sh7.25 billion… Read more »
Tanzania: Experts Push NCD Prevention As Health Costs Rise
Daily News
TANZANIA'S physicians have called for a major shift from treatmentfocused healthcare to preventive care, warning that Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) now account for 51 per cent… Read more »
Tanzania: Government Eyes Tougher Shisha Control
Daily News
NEW legislation to regulate shisha use is being prepared following concerns that some users are mixing the product with narcotic substances, prompting the government to tighten… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Pledges Sh100 Million Matching Fund to Boost Rhino Ark Conservation Efforts
Capital FM
President William Ruto has pledged a Sh100 million matching fund to support the Rhino Ark endowment, reinforcing government efforts to conserve Kenya's critical water towers. Read more »
Kenya: ODM Factions Hold Parallel Rallies in Machakos and Kisumu
Capital FM
Rival factions of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are set to hold parallel political rallies in Machakos and Kisumu. Read more »
Kenya: KRA to Procure 72 Scanners to Boost Cargo Inspection and Tax Compliance
Capital FM
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is in the process of procuring 72 additional cargo scanners as part of efforts to strengthen tax compliance, enhance border security and improve… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopians to Choose Between Terrorism or Inclusive Prosperity - Emeritus Prof. Al Mariam
ENA
In the 2026 Ethiopian general election that takes place tomorrow, Ethiopians have a clear choice: Terrorism or collective inclusive prosperity, according to Emeritus Professor… Read more »
Ethiopia: Emeritus Prof. Al Mariam Says Ethiopia Marching Fast Toward Promised Land of Prosperity
ENA
Ethiopia is moving rapidly out of poverty toward the promised land of prosperity, according to Emeritus Professor Al Mariam. Read more »
Africa: HIV in South Africa - Why Rolling Out a Groundbreaking New Shot Will Miss a Critical Group of Men [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The first shipment of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable that prevents HIV with two shots a year, arrived in South Africa from the United States in early April 2026. Clinical… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu's Third Anniversary, Ogun Deity and Voodoo Vote Numbers [opinion]
Premium Times
Seeing how empires die, strongmen collapse and kingdoms go up in ruins, Yoruba seek to showcase the brevity of life. In this, they attempt to demonstrate that all life's… Read more »
Namibia: Hauwanga, 'Potgieter' Smoke Peace Pipe in Slander Case
Namibian
Businessman Benjamin Hauwanga and an Ongwediva resident, Simeon Nghinananye, have decided to settle a defamation case in which Hauwanga sued Nghinananye for N$500 000. Read more »
Senegal: BRVM Benchmark Index Hits New All-Time High
Daba Finance
The BRVM ended the week higher even as public holidays reduced trading to 3 sessions and cut market activity. The BRVM Composite rose 1.07% to 425.54 points, a new record high,… Read more »
Niger: Niger Secures Concessions From China's CNPC As Oil Output Stabilizes
Daba Finance
Niger concluded new memoranda of understanding with Chinese partners on May 18, 2026, ending a year of tensions with China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), the world's… Read more »
Congo-Brazzaville: Congo Signs $500m Financing Deal With Badea for Infrastructure
Daba Finance
The Republic of Congo signed 2 financing agreements totalling $500 million (282 billion XOF) with the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) in Brazzaville on May 27,… Read more »
Gabon: afg Bank Gabon Net Profit Rises 30 Percent in 2025
Daba Finance
AFG Bank Gabon, a subsidiary of Atlantic Financial Group, posted a net profit of 31.25 billion XOF for the year ended December 31, 2025, up 30% from 24.01 billion XOF a year… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Labour Party Announces Presidential Candidate
Premium Times
The party adopted Chibuzo Okereke, a governance expert, policy strategist and reform advocate, as its presidential candidate, through consensus on Saturday. Read more »
Africa: Beyond Infrastructure - Training the Biosecurity Leaders Africa Needs
Daily Maverick
As natural outbreaks, laboratory accidents and the deliberate misuse of biological agents converge into an increasingly complex threat environment, Africa's ability to prevent,… Read more »
South Africa: The Tjommie Smart Geyser System - - Your Questions Answered
Daily Maverick
As Nelson Mandela Bay rolls out smart geyser technology, readers raised questions about what it means for households, particularly those with solar power or alternative heating… Read more »
South Africa: Missed Opportunity - - Run-Down Greenville Primary's Bid to Upgrade School Ignored Yet Again
Daily Maverick
After officials prepared for a ministerial visit to address dire issues at Greenville Primary School, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube was a no-show, deepening concerns… Read more »
South Africa: SA's Annual Cannabis Expo Reflects a Budding Industry in a Somewhat Muddled Landscape
Daily Maverick
You would have to be completely stoned if you have not noticed the proliferation of retail cannabis outlets -- usually in the guise of 'clubs' in the face of legal uncertainty --… Read more »
South Africa: I Told Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor I Have No Confidence in Her - - Khusta Jack
Daily Maverick
In an interview on the eve of his 68th birthday, veteran activist and politician Khusta Jack explained why he left the Nelson Mandela Bay mayoral committee. Read more »
South Africa: DA's Funding Surge Outpaces Rivals Ahead of Local Government Elections
Daily Maverick
Political party donor declarations to the IEC show the deep pockets behind sudden funding surges, with the DA the clear leader. Read more »
