August 23
Botswana: Revenue Services Frustrates Army Retirees
The Patriot
Botswana Revenue Service (BURS) Chief, Jeannette Makgolo has refuted recent claims made by the Minister of Defence and Security, Kagiso Mmusi, regarding the payment of pensions to… Read more »
Nigeria: Security Operatives Arrest 'Fake Pastor' Allegedly 'Fortifying' Criminals - - - Official
Premium Times
The police spokesperson said the two suspects were arrested on Thursday by the combined security operatives comprising personnel of the Nigerian military, Nigeria Security and… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Dairies Juicing Up Zim
Namibian
Namibia Dairies has exported its first shipment of juice to Zimbabwe. Read more »
Ghana: Flouting Law On Sale of Unregistered Products - 4 Supermarkets Land in Trouble
Ghanaian Times
A large quantity of unregistered products was confiscated by Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) officials from four supermarkets during a swoop at Osu in Accra yesterday. Read more »
Kenya: PSC On the Radar for Retaining Staff Above 60 Years
Capital FM
The Public Service Commission found itself in a tight spot following revelations that showed it defied its own directive by employing staff above the mandatory retirement age of… Read more »
Namibia: Call for an Urgent Sport Indaba
Namibian
Former Athletics Namibia (AN) president Alpha Kangueehi says there is an urgent need for a national sport indaba to spearhead positive sport development. Read more »
Botswana: Govts Should Fund Journalism As a Public Good [editorial]
The Patriot
What you are about to read is controversial. But let me allay fears by stating that I pen this with a very sober mind. And as you read this, I want you to reflect in the same… Read more »
Tanzania: Simba Queens Shine Bright in Cecafa Women's Champions League
Daily News
SIMBA Queens have captivated the hearts of Tanzanians with their impressive performance in the ongoing CECAFA Women's Champions League. Read more »
Tanzania: President Suluhu Hassan Fast-Tracks Stadiums, Promises Massive Sponsorship Deals for Simba, Yanga
Daily News
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has urged stakeholders in the sports industry to fast-track constructions of stadiums countrywide ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)… Read more »
Ethiopia: OLA Denounces Ethiopian Govt Allegations of Al-Shabaab Ties As 'Baseless'
Addis Standard
The Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) has issued a statement refuting recent allegations made by the Ethiopian government regarding its alleged ties to Al-Shabaab. The OLA characterized… Read more »
Ethiopia: Amhara Region Cultivates Over 4,500 Hectares in Drive for Humanitarian Independence Amid Soaring Demands
Addis Standard
In alignment with the federal government's initiative, which mandates regional states to independently cover at least 70% of their humanitarian needs, the Amhara Agricultural… Read more »
Zambia: Sort Out the Mess! [opinion]
Times of Zambia
WHATEVER is happening with the African pay television channel SuperSport regarding the quality of live broadcast of the MTN Super League needs to be sorted out quickly. Read more »
Ghana: GHS to Establish 2 More Research Centres in Savannah, Western North Regions
Ghanaian Times
The Ghana Health Service (GHS)is in the process of establishing two health research centres in the country inorder to advance innovations towards improved service delivery and… Read more »
South Africa: Taxi Bosses Demand Children Use Their Services to Get to School
GroundUp
But taxi association denies the letter is from them Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's From Dawn to Dusk Planting of Seedlings Leaves Legacy for Generations
ENA
Ethiopia's ambitious from dawn to dusk tree planting campaign is set to leave a lasting national legacy for generations to come, according to Minister of Justice Gedion Timothewos. Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku, Statesman Turned Salesman - Onoh
Vanguard
President Bola Tinubu's former spokesman in the South East, Denge. Dr Josef Onoh has taken a swipe at the former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar for alleged comments aimed at the… Read more »
Nigeria: Why We Reduced University, Tertiary Institutions Fees in Delta - Gov. Oborevwori
Premium Times
Delta State Governor Sherriff Oborevwori says he recognises the importance of education. Read more »
South Africa: Government Engages On Plans to Advance Social Cohesion
SAnews.gov.za
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has met with Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton Mckenzie to discuss advancing social cohesion and moral regeneration. Read more »
Malawi: Chakwera Urges Diaspora Community to Utilize Their Gained Skills in Helping Malawi to Develop
Nyasa Times
Malawians living abroad have a responsibility to join government efforts in building a self-reliant and inclusively wealthy economy as prescribed in the Malawi Agenda 2063 Vision,… Read more »
Malawi: Kabwila Accused of Crossing Line Into Govt Projects - 'There Must Be Separation Btwn Govt and Party'
Nyasa Times
Some commentators in the country have faulted Malawi Congress Party (MCP) publicity secretary Jessie Kabwila for inspecting government projects, saying she should have been getting… Read more »
Kenya: Want to Breastfeed Your Baby in Public? By All Means Do! [opinion]
Capital FM
Undernutrition is a severe public health concern, with consequences that extend far beyond the healthcare sector and into other economic realms. Globally, undernutrition accounts… Read more »
Kenya: Mbadi Says No Funds to Employ 20,000 Additional JSS Teachers
Capital FM
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi says government has no finances to employ an additional 20,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers amid a looming teachers' strike… Read more »
Namibia: Celebrating a Legacy of Bravery [editorial]
Namibian
As Namibia commemorates Heroes Day on 26 August, we honour those who fought tirelessly for our freedom and laid the groundwork for our nation's prosperity. Read more »
Kenya: Huggies-Maker Kim-Fay Gets Funding for Tatu City Plant Expansion
Capital FM
Manufacturer and distributor of hygiene, tissue, and home care products, Kim-Fay has secured funding to open a new production line at Tatu City in Kiambu County. Read more »
Kenya: Little App Boosts Drivers' Rates By 15 Percent to Promote Fair Pay
Capital FM
Over the past month, the ride-hailing industry in Kenya has been marked by unrest as drivers demand better rates to sustain their livelihoods amidst rising costs. With increased… Read more »