June 19
Uganda: For One Young Refugee in Uganda, Basketball Is More Than a Game
UN News
When 19-year-old Stephane Kulimushi looks around the basketball court in Kampala where he trains young refugees, he sees more than players. Read more »
Ghana: Ghana Pip Panama in World Cup Opener... Team Arrives in Rhode Island Base to Prepare for England
Ghanaian Times
Caleb Yirenkyi bundled in the winning goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time, to send thousands of Ghanaians in Canada into a frenzy. Read more »
Malawi: Mera Cuts Fuel Prices As Malawi Moves to Ease Pump Costs
Nyasa Times
Motorists and businesses across Malawi are set to benefit from lower fuel costs after the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) announced significant reductions in the retail… Read more »
Malawi: High Court Rules Chief Secretary Had No Power to Redeploy Police Officers, Government to Appeal
Nyasa Times
The High Court has ruled that the Chief Secretary acted outside his legal mandate by redeploying officers serving in the Malawi Police Service, declaring that such powers are… Read more »
Rwanda: Passengers to Kigali Airport Urged to Arrive Early Amid Traffic Disruptions
New Times
Passengers travelling through Kigali International Airport have been advised to plan ahead following the temporary closure of the Prince House Junction-Cyamitsingi road section,… Read more »
Rwanda: Budget for Genocide Survivors' Support Rises By Nealry Rwf3bn
New Times
The government has allocated an additional Rwf2.86 billion for care and support to survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in the 2026/2027 national budget raising the… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Must Unite Against Insecurity - Abdulsalami Abubakar
Vanguard
Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), has said every Nigerian has a stake in the fight against insecurity, saying that defeating terrorism and other criminal… Read more »
Nigeria: World Cup - 'A Viewing Centre, Not a Stadium' - Actor Chinedu Ikedieze Reacts to $30 Fee
Vanguard
Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze has sparked reactions online after questioning the high cost of watching a football match at a fan festival in the United States of America. Read more »
Nigeria: Ipob Rejects Nnamdi Kanu's Purported Suspension, Says Edoziem Group Lost Authority
Vanguard
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has dismissed the purported suspension and expulsion of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, by the faction led by Chika Edoziem, describing the move as… Read more »
Ghana: At Next Steps Consultative Conference - Pres Mahama Rallies Global Support for Reparations · Unveils 3 Panels to Advance to Push Agenda
Ghanaian Times
President John Dramani Mahama yesterday opened the Next Steps Consultative Conference in Accra, announcing the formation of three high-level international committees to advance the… Read more »
Tanzania: Legal Aid Campaign Targets Campus, Workplace Abuse
Daily News
THE government will use the second phase of the Mama Samia Legal Aid Campaign to tackle gender-based harassment and abuse in universities and workplaces following complaints from… Read more »
Tanzania: Council Officials Face 501m/ - Laundering Charges
Daily News
SEVEN officials of Manyoni District Council and a contractor have been arraigned before the Manyoni District Court in Singida Region and charged with money laundering and other… Read more »
Namibia: Tanzania to Host Namibia President
Daily News
PRESIDENT of Namibia, Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to arrive in the country today, for three-day state visit at the invitation of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, aimed at… Read more »
Tanzania: Minister Calls for Stronger Political Cooperation
Daily News
THE Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office responsible for Labour, Employment and Industrial Relations, Deus Sangu, has urged members of the National Council of Political… Read more »
Tanzania: Mineral Markets Cut Smuggling, Lift Revenue
Daily News
THE establishment of mineral markets and purchasing centres has improved transparency in Tanzania's mineral trade and reduced smuggling, the Mineral Commission has said. Read more »
Liberia: LEC Scales Back Imports From Côte d'Ivoire and Guinea
New Dawn
The Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) has begun reducing electricity imports from Côte d'Ivoire and Guinea following the restoration of full generating capacity at the… Read more »
Uganda: Under What Circumstances Can Security Agencies Other Than the Police Arrest People in Uganda?
Independent (Kampala)
The arrest and detention of former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago have reignited debate over the constitutional powers of Uganda's security agencies and the limits of their… Read more »
Uganda: UCC Suggests Reforms to Lower Taxes On Digital Transactions
Independent (Kampala)
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has proposed sweeping reforms to Uganda's telecommunications tax regime, including reducing taxes on smartphones, internet data, and… Read more »
Nigeria: Further Drop in Domestic Fuel Prices Expected As Oil Slips Below $75
Leadership
Crude oil prices fell sharply on Thursday, with the WTI crude slipping below $75 per barrel for the first time since early March 2026, market participants said, after the United… Read more »
Nigeria: Enoh, Dikko, Imoke Endorse Ikpeme's Sports Development Book, Call for Deeper Reforms
Leadership
Former Minister of Sports Development Senator John Owan Enoh, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC) Shehu Dikko, and former Cross River State Governor Liyel Imoke have… Read more »
Nigeria: How Tantita's Pipeline Surveillance Operations Entrenched Peace, Stability in Niger Delta
This Day
Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd (TSSNL's) role in providing pipeline surveillance operations in the Niger Delta has significantly entrenched lasting peace and stability in… Read more »
Nigeria: UNN Security Allegedly Arrests Secondary School Teachers After Political Campaign Visit
This Day
Three teachers of the University of Nigeria Secondary School, Nsukka, including Mr. Lawrence Oko, popularly known as "Uncle Law", and Hon. Chinedu Ezenwa, were reportedly arrested… Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Rescue Captive, Dismantle Terrorist Hideouts in Katsina Offensive
Vanguard
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Cleen Sweep have neutralised several terrorists, rescued a kidnapped victim and dismantled multiple terrorist hideouts during… Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Rescue 17 Kidnapped Victims in Sokoto
Vanguard
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 17 kidnapped victims from bandits in Kura Mota village, Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Constitution Defenders Forum Says Legislators Chose Self-Interest Over Democracy As Cab3 Passes in National Assembly
New Zimbabwe
THE Constitution Defenders Forum (CDF) has accused legislators who backed Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 of putting personal interests ahead of the country's democratic future… Read more »
