July 12
Gambia: Gambia Launches State of World Population Report 2024
The Point
The Gambia National Population Commission Secretariat under the office of the Vice President on Thursday launched the State of World Population Report 2024. Read more »
Gambia: Fertilizer Largesse to Gambian Farmers! [editorial]
The Point
It is a well-established fact that the country is blessed with abundant arable land that supports crop cultivation. Being a major player in the country's development endeavour, any… Read more »
Liberia: Human Rights Commissioner Mohammed Fahnbulleh Accused of Ordering Torture of 32-Year-Old Auto Mechanic Who Died in Police Detention
FrontPageAfrica
The death of Prince Wreyou, the 32-year-old automachenics, still remains a mystery as both family of the deceased and the Liberia National Police Airfield depot continue to provide… Read more »
Liberia: President Boakai's Letter to House of Representatives Draws Ire, Triggers Mixed Reactions
FrontPageAfrica
In an attempt to address the controversy surrounding his administration's negotiation for 'yellow machines,' President Joseph Boakai has found himself facing further criticism. His… Read more »
Tunisia: Over 94 Thousand Quintals of Grain Harvested in Nabeul
Tunis Afrique Presse
The quantities of grain harvested in the governorate of Nabeul reached 94.7 thousand quintals since the start of the harvest till July 11, a progress rate of 90%. Read more »
Nigeria: Illegal Mining - Nigerian Govt Arraigns Eight Chinese Nationals
Premium Times
The defendants were remanded at Kuje Correctional Centre until the adjourned date for the continuation of the trial. Read more »
Nigeria: Reps Wade Into PSC, IGP Impasse Over Police Recruitment
Premium Times
The House mandated its Committee on Police to investigate the root cause of the lingering dispute between the PSC and the IGP and report back. Read more »
Nigeria: Fire Guts Popular Abuja Filling Station
Premium Times
Police said the fire started around 5 p.m. on Thursday, though no fatalities were recorded. Read more »
Nigeria: Ayra Starr, Tems Most-Streamed Nigerian Artists Globally in 2024 First Half
Premium Times
Ayra Starr's and Tems' albums have been particularly well-received, with several tracks making it to the Global Impact List. Read more »
Nigeria: NASS to Work With AGF to Ensure 'Real Elections' At Local Govt Level - Akpabio
Premium Times
Mr Akpabio did not provide details on how the elections at the local government level will be improved. Read more »
Liberia: Vice President Koung Launches 2024 State of the World Population Report
FrontPageAfrica
Vice President, Jeremiah Kpan Koung has launched the 2024 State of the World Population Report, highlighting the critical role of population dynamics in development and the… Read more »
Liberia: Senator Amara Konneh Criticizes Central Bank of Liberia for Issuing Guarantees to 'Underperforming Banks' Without Legislative Approval
FrontPageAfrica
The chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Accounts, Amara Konneh, has raised issues with the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) for the sheer display of total disregard for the… Read more »
South Africa: Dirco Faces Critical Staffing Shortage Due to Budget Cuts
SAnews.gov.za
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola says his department, which is facing a critical staff shortage, must do more with less due to resource constraints. Read more »
South Africa: DA Demands Fresh Action Against Alleged VBS Corruption By Shivambu and Malema
DA
Six years after the DA laid criminal charges against the EFF's Floyd Shivambu and Julius Malema over allegations of corruption and industrial scale looting of the now defunct VBS… Read more »
Malawi: Malawi's First Lady Joins Global First Ladies Academy in New York, U.S.
Nyasa Times
Malawi's First Lady, Madame Monica Chakwera, has joined an esteemed gathering of First Ladies from around the world for a prestigious three-day Certified Executive Leadership… Read more »
Malawi: Over 200 Diaspora Malawians to Attend a Virtual Mining Investment Forum
Nyasa Times
Over 200 Malawians living in diaspora are expected to attend the first-ever virtual Malawi Mining Investment Forum (MMIF) on Saturday, 13th July 2024. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia's New Ambassador Hands Over Copies of Her Credentials to Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs
Tunis Afrique Presse
New Namibian ambassador to Tunisia with residence in Algiers Panduleni Kaino Shingence on Friday handed over copies of her credentials to Secretary of State to the Minister of… Read more »
Egypt: Egypt Inaugurates Direct Flights to Djibouti, Mogadishu
Egypt Online
Minister for Foreign Affairs and Immigration Badr Abdel-Aty headed to Djibouti and Mogadishu on the first flights of the Egyptian national carrier, EgyptAir, inaugurating the… Read more »
Liberia: Bar Adds to Condemnation of War and Economic Crimes Courts Process, Says It Was Not Consulted
FrontPageAfrica
The leader of Liberia's powerful National Bar Association, the professional organization of the nation's lawyers, has joined the growing list of civil society and victims' groups… Read more »
Liberia: Loggers Illegally Cut Logs for Unlawful Bridge
FrontPageAfrica
Masayaha, a Lebanese-owned company, known for its repeated logging offenses, has harvested about 500 logs in River Cess County, outside of its area of operations. Read more »
Kenya: No Pressure On Me, Says Sprinter Ekwam Ahead of Maiden Olympics
Capital FM
Kenyan sprinter Zablon Ekwam says he is under no pressure ahead of his maiden appearance at the Olympic Games, and says his focus is solely on running a good race and executing his… Read more »
Liberia: AMI Celebrates a Decade of Service to Liberia
Liberian Observer
It all began ten years ago with a small vision that started on 16th street in Sinkor Monrovia, Liberia. With a small committed and dedicated team of staff, the entity has stood the… Read more »
Kenya: Airtel Eyes Mobile Money Expansion With New Outlet in Nairobi
Capital FM
Airtel has opened its 69th outlet in Nairobi's central business district to boost mobile money services. Read more »
Nigeria: CAF Champions League - Ilechukwu Reacts As Rangers Get First Opponent
Premium Times
Though hoping to make an "impact" on the continent, Ilechukwu insists his team is a work in progress. Read more »
Sudan: USD Surpasses 2k Sudanese Pound Mark in Parallel Market
Dabanga
The value of the Sudanese Pound (SDG) against foreign currencies continues to deteriorate rapidly. On Wednesday, the US Dollar exchange rate in the parallel market surged to… Read more »