July 16
Kenya: Kenyan Journalist Catherine Wanjeri Wa Kariuki Shot in Leg Covering Protests
CPJ
Kenyan authorities must conduct a swift and thorough investigation into the July 16 shooting of journalist Catherine Wanjeri wa Kariuki as she covered ongoing protests in the… Read more »
Africa: Violent Conflicts Have Stalled Global Vaccination Rates, Putting Children At Risk for Preventable Diseases
People's Dispatch
Four years after the onset of COVID-19, children's vaccination rates are stalling and declining. Armed conflicts and weakening of public health systems are to blame Read more »
Nigeria: Corruption Hurts Businesses but Digital Tools Offer the Hope of Fighting It, Say Manufacturers in Ghana and Nigeria [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Technology has changed the way the world does business. Mobile and digital payment platforms, blockchain, cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) tools have all driven… Read more »
Mozambique: IMF Imposes Wage Cuts, Accepts 'Weak Non-Mining Growth' So Mozambique Remains Just Mineral Exporter
Mozambique News Reports And Clippings
The IMF has imposed a major wage freeze, which implies wage cuts over the next three years. In effect, government has agreed that its total wage bill of $3.3bn this year must fall… Read more »
Uganda: Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon Draws Participants From 24 Nations
Nile Post
As August 24, approaches, the excitement for the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon is reaching new heights, with running enthusiasts and adventure seekers from around the globe… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Forks Another Shs247bn Fine for DRC Plunder
Nile Post
The government has allocated Shs247 billion toward settlement of part of the compensation awarded by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Read more »
Uganda: Embracing Cabinet Reshuffles - a Strategic Move for African Governance
Nile Post
The recent cabinet reshuffle in Kenya has sparked significant discourse, shedding light on a governance tool that many African nations could benefit from embracing more fully.… Read more »
Kenya: Kengen to Add 42.5mw of Green Energy At Seven Forks
Capital FM
Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has announced plans to install a 42.5 megawatt (MW) solar power plant along the Seven Forks dams, where the company generates most of… Read more »
Uganda: Why No War Museum in Luwero? - Musumba Challenges NRM
Nile Post
Former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) vice-chairperson, Salam Musumba has called on the ruling party, National Resistance Movement (NRM) to build a war memorial museum in Luwero… Read more »
Mauritius: PM Jugnauth and Indian Eam Dr Jaishankar Renew Bilateral Ties Through Exchange of MOU and E-Inauguration of Community Development Projects
Government of Mauritius
Mauritius and India renewed their firm commitment towards enhancing their enduring bilateral relations and deepening their partnership with the e-inauguration of 12 High Impact… Read more »
Nigeria: Delta Local Election 'Heavily Compromised' - APC Member
Premium Times
The PDP, the ruling party in Delta, won all 25 local government chairmanship seats. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Investigate Group of Companies for Alleged Fraud, Terrorism Financing
Premium Times
The police said the group was involved in cryptocurrency fraud, aiding internet fraud, computer-related fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks. Read more »
Namibia: Over 1,6 Million Namibians Eligible to Vote
Namibian
The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) says about 1,6 million Namibians are eligible to vote in the November presidential and parliamentary elections. Read more »
Liberia: Coach Jasper Kun Satisfied With Down Town FC Draw
FrontPageAfrica
Down Town FC head coach Jasper Kun has described his team's away draw against Mighty Angels of Gbarpolu County in the Liberia Football Association regional playoff as a positive… Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Council of Churches Calls for Audit of $22m Used in Laterite Road Rehabilitation, Urges Adherence to Procedures in Yellow Machines Deal
FrontPageAfrica
The Liberia Council of Churches (LCC) has said that corruption is a huge burden hindering national development in the country, stressing that history has shown that no country can… Read more »
Liberia: Rep. Fahnbulleh Embarks On Free Medical Outreach in Bong's District Seven
FrontPageAfrica
Free medical outreach organized by Rep. Foday Fahnbulleh is providing succour to hundreds of residents with various health challenges. Read more »
Uganda: Govt Projects 7 Percent Economic Growth in Coming Years
Nile Post
Treasury Secretary Ramadan Ggoobi says the economy has shown remarkable resilience and recovery Read more »
South Africa: Koeberg Unit 1 Can Operate Until 2044 Despite Concerns, Says Nuclear Regulator
Daily Maverick
In a Monday briefing, National Nuclear Regulator CEO Ditebogo Kgomo announced that Koeberg Power Station's Unit 1 has received approval for a 20-year operating licence extension. Read more »
Nigeria: Gov Eno to Build 18-Floor Towers in Lagos Amidst Food Crisis
Premium Times
The governor disclosed this on Monday in Uyo. Read more »
Tanzania: President Hassan Launches 107.14 Km Sumbawanga-Matai Kasanga Port Road
Daily News
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has inaugurated the 107.14-kilometer Sumbawanga-Matai Kasanga Port Road, worth 150.5bn/-. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Releases Common Entrance Examination Results
Premium Times
The minister noted that 60 per cent of admissions will be based on merit while 30 per cent will be allocated for equality of states. Read more »
Kenya: Lokedi Proud to Don Team Kenya Singlet At Paris Olympics
Capital FM
Kenya's Sharon Lokedi has backed the women's marathon team for an excellent performance at this month's Paris Olympics. Read more »
Kenya: Ulinzi Stars Fire Head Coach Kimani As KCB Pick On Patrick Odhiambo
Capital FM
Ahead of the start of the 2024-25 FKF Premier League season, clubs have started aligning themselves for battle royale, with two already initiating coaching changes. Read more »
Tunisia: Tunisia - Authorities Must Release Ennahda Party Leader and End Crackdown On Political Opposition [press release]
AI London
Tunisian authorities stepped up their crackdown on the political opposition on 13 July 2024 with police arresting Ennahdha Secretary General, Ajmi Ouirimi, in Mannouba governorate… Read more »
Kenya: Statement on Mukuru Murders [press release]
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Kware Killings, Mukuru Kwa Njenga Read more »