May 01
Nigeria: How to Reverse 350m Litres Annual Ethanol Imports - Report
Daily Trust
Insights from the Nigeria Cassava Investment Accelerator (NCIA), an initiative of Lagos Business School Pan-Atlantic University, have outlined a clear pathway for Nigeria to… Read more »
Nigeria: 150 Persons Died in Kwara Camp - Amnesty Int'l
Daily Trust
Amnesty International has alleged that at least 150 members of the Fulani community, including children, died in a military-controlled detention facility in Kwara State. Read more »
South Africa: Cape Town Struggles to Relocate Khayelitsha Families Living On Sinkholes
GroundUp
City warns against filling holes with debris but residents say they cannot live with open sinkholes Read more »
South Africa: U.S. Funding Cuts Put Cape Town Users At Risk of Not Getting Vital Medicine
GroundUp
Streetscapes stepped in to help foot the bill for methadone costs after access issues at some centres Read more »
Nigeria: Following Supreme Court Judgement, INEC Lists Mark, Aregbesola's Name On Website
This Day
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recognised the Senator David Mark-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Read more »
Kenya: Ruto to Lead Labour Day Celebrations in Vihiga
Capital FM
President William Ruto is expected to lead the Nation in marking the 2026 Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County. Read more »
Uganda: Justice Khauka's Verdict Sends a Clear Message - the Law Must Not Bend to Convenient Insanity Claims
Nile Post
The sentencing of Christopher Onyum Okello to death by Lady Justice Andrew Khauka of the High Court Criminal Division is more than just the conclusion of a harrowing murder… Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Approves Putu Mining Change of Control to Unlock Major Investment
Liberian Investigator
MONROVIA -- The Government of Liberia's approval of a Change of Control for the long-stalled Putu Iron Ore Deposit in Grand Gedeh County is being defended by officials and analysts… Read more »
Nigeria: Airport Staff Returns Lost Purse With $1,700, Travel Documents Intact
This Day
In an inspiring display of integrity, a staff member at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, has turned a traveller's potential nightmare into a heart-warming… Read more »
Nigeria: INEC Restores Mark, Aregbesola's Names On Its Portal
Daily Trust
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reinstated the names of former Senate President David Mark and ex-Osun State governor Rauf Aregbesola on its official… Read more »
Kenya: Police Nab Nine in Intelligence-Led Operation in Trans Nzoia West
Capital FM
Police in Trans Nzoia West Sub-County have arrested nine suspected members of a notorious criminal gang in a major security operation. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Grants Wage Rise, Falls Short of Union Demands
Capital FM
President William Ruto has announced a 12 per cent increase in general wages and a 15 percent rise in agricultural wages in a move aimed at cushioning workers against the raising… Read more »
Kenya: Atwoli Pushes Ruto's Administration Over Delayed Labour Treaties,Cites Broken Promises
Capital FM
Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has stepped up pressure on President William Ruto to fast-track the ratification of key international… Read more »
South Africa: SARS Salutes Workers As New Commissioner Begins Term
SAnews.gov.za
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has marked Workers' Day by paying tribute to South Africa's workforce, while welcoming its new Commissioner, Dr Johnstone Makhubu. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi United and Coach Solo Dominate April in FKF Premier League
Capital FM
In their first season in the top flight, Nairobi United FC are showing they didn't arrive in the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League just to make up the numbers, but… Read more »
Nigeria: On Diabetes, Infertility and Prostate Issues (I) [opinion]
Daily Trust
"...And We send down in the Quran that which is a healing and a mercy... (Q 17:82) Read more »
Nigeria: Ogboinbiri Crisis - Diri Sacks Paramount Ruler, Chiefs
Vanguard
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State on Thursday night sacked the paramount ruler of embattled Ogboinbiri Community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Chief Okosughe… Read more »
Nigeria: Rise of a King - Journey of His Royal Highness, Engr. Dr. Faruk Muhammad Kakanda: From Shaba to Agankyu of Kakanda Kingdom
Daily Trust
On Friday, the 1st of May 2027, history will be written in golden letters in Budon, the headquarters of the Kakanda Kingdom, as sons and daughters of the land gather in celebration… Read more »
Nigeria: Effurun Shooting - ERA of Impunity in Npf Is Over - - IGP
Vanguard
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Thursday, vowed that no officer involved in unprofessional conduct will be shielded from justice, following the recent… Read more »
Tanzania: Key Diplomatic and Economic Move
Daily News
ON 30 April 2026, the 'Daily News' main page featured the headline, "Ruto will address Tanzanian Parliament next week on 5th May 2026". Read more »
Tanzania: Bukoba Set for Major Facelift Under 30bn/ - Project
Daily News
BUKOBA Municipality is set for major transformation following the implementation of the 30.2bn/- Transforming Infrastructure and Competitiveness (TACTIC) project, which is… Read more »
Tanzania: Carbon Trade Centre Launched to Fix Payment Gaps
Daily News
A SPECIAL Carbon Trade Coordination Centre has been established to ensure communities benefit fairly from carbon trading activities and are paid according to the amount of carbon… Read more »
Tanzania: 1.37bn/ - Spent to Restore Safety At Msasa Mine
Daily News
ABOUT 1.371bn/- has been spent on rescue operations and restoring safety following the collapse of four mining shafts at Msasa Mine in Bukombe District, Geita Region. Read more »
Tanzania: Tree Planting Drive Targets MPs
Daily News
THE government has stepped up public education efforts on tree planting, targeting influential groups including Members of Parliament to increase participation in emerging carbon… Read more »
Tanzania: PM Orders Release of Bikes for Minor Offences
Daily News
PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has directed authorities to stop detaining motorcycles, tricycles and other transport vehicles for minor traffic offences, allowing owners to… Read more »
