June 27
Kenya: IMF Concerned Over Violence, Loss of Life During Anti-Finance Bill Protests
Capital FM
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed concern over recent protests in Kenya over the controversial Finance Bill 2024 which was returned to Parliament yesterday after… Read more »
Nigeria: Beauty Queen Advocates Menstrual Hygiene in Nigerian Schools
Premium Times
The campaign also featured talks on the need to avoid violence especially fighting between students of different schools. Read more »
Nigeria: Kalgwai Fishing Festival Set to Boost Tourism, Economic Growth in Jigawa
Premium Times
The biggest fish caught at the colourful festival weighed 100 kilograms, followed by 90 and 80 kilograms, respectively. Read more »
South Africa: NCOP Constitutes Key Committees
Parliament of South Africa
The Rules Committee of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) has,at its first meeting today, appointed members to constitute the Select Committees, Subcommittee on the Review of… Read more »
Ghana: Ghana Achieves 96% Financial Inclusion Exceeding Its 5-Year Target
Accra Times
Ghana has achieved 96% financial inclusion according to a Ministry of Finance document, exceeding a year target set in 2018 Read more »
Nigeria: No Evidence Suspects Found With Voters' Cards After 2023 Presidential Election Are Igbos
Africa Check
No evidence suspects found with voters' cards after 2023 presidential election are Igbos Read more »
South Sudan: Ethiopia, South Sudan to Build 220 Km Cross-Border Highway
ENA
Ethiopia and South Sudan are set to build a 220 km road connecting the two countries, following a 738 million USD financial agreement signed in May 2023. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Constitutional Court Sets Aside Forensic Audit Report Incriminating Former NSSA Boss
New Zimbabwe
The Constitutional Court has set aside a ruling of the Supreme Court upholding a forensic audit report linking former National Social Security Authority (NSSA) chairperson Robin… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Launches Multi-Sectoral Drug and Substance Abuse Plan
New Zimbabwe
President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Wednesday launched the Zimbabwe Multi-Sectoral Drug and Substance Abuse Plan (2024-2030), coinciding with the International Day Against Drug Abuse and… Read more »
South Africa: Keyshia Cole To Tour South Africa This Summer
Tutone Communications
Seasoned concert organizers Glen21 Entertainment today confirmed that the iconic R&B songstress Keyshia Cole will be touring South Africa later this year. Read more »
West Africa: Ecowas Gives $2 Million in Aid to Red Cross, WFP
Premium Times
The Nigerian Red Cross, which aims to reach 3,500 households in Adamawa, Anambra, Oyo, Kebbi, Kogi and Rivers states, got a cheque of $906,205. Read more »
South Africa: Last-Minute Lottery Funding for the National Arts Festival
GroundUp
Following a successful appeal, the festival has finally got R10-million Read more »
Nigeria: How Anambra Security Votes Money Moved to Private Companies Under Ex-Governor Obiano - Witnesses
Premium Times
Mr Obiano faces nine charges of diversion of over N4 billion from the Anambra State Government's security votes account in his last five years in office. Read more »
Kenya: Police Mount Security Checks Amid Planned Demonstration Targeting State House
Capital FM
Police have mounted security checks on all roads leading to State House following reports of a planned demonstration targeting the seat of power. Read more »
Liberia: Maryland Shuts Down Four Mining Companies
New Dawn
On several occasions, the residents alleged, the Chinese nationals mining in that area allegedly extended an apology for violating the community's tradition. Read more »
Uganda: National Forestry Authority Ordered to Halt Demolitions in Mayuge
Nile Post
The Third deputy Prime Minister, Rukia Nakadama has directed National Forestry Authority to halt ongoing demolitions of homes and other developments in Mayuge on land gazetted for… Read more »
Uganda: A Year Later, Commission of Inquiry Into Apaa Conflict Yet to Hit the Ground
Nile Post
Concerns are growing in Acholi sub region on why the judicial commission of inquiry on Apaa land conflict is yet to set foot in the affected area. Read more »
South Africa: Does it Include A Private Yet? Mzansi Shook at R8K DStv Delicious Festival VIP Tickets
Fame Frenzy
Shortly after DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival announced the headline acts, fans were excited. US artists Janet Jackson and Jill Scott are set to entertain… Read more »
South Africa: Joseph Sedibo on Working with the Late Mpho Sebeng [interview]
Fame Frenzy
From humble beginnings at the Market Theatre to appearing on Rhythm City, it's clear that Joseph Sedibo's star is on the rise. Read more »
Nigeria: Form 'M' No Longer Requires PVs - CBN
Leadership
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the discontinuation of the Price Verification System (PVS), saying effective July 1, 2024, Form 'M' would be validated without the… Read more »
Somalia: Ethiopia Denies Cancelation of Somaliland Memorandum of Understanding
Shabelle
In a recent statement, the office of the Ethiopian Prime Minister has dismissed social media reports claiming that Ethiopia has decided to revoke the Memorandum of Understanding… Read more »
Nigeria: How Parents' Illiteracy Contributes to Out-of-School Children Menace
Daily Trust
The low literacy rate among adults and youths has become a serious concern as experts deduced that it also contributes to the high number of out-of-school children (OSC) in… Read more »
Nigeria: Bandits Rustle Chief Imam's 73 Cows in Kaduna
Daily Trust
Bandits have rustled 73 cows belonging to the chief imam of Gidan-Makeri, Malam Ibrahim Zubairu, in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Read more »
Nigeria: 540 Killed in 2 Months in Benue - Amnesty International
Daily Trust
Amnesty International, on Wednesday reported that at least 540 people had been killed within the first two months of this year by armed invaders in rural communities of four local… Read more »
Nigeria: El-Rufai Sues Kaduna Assembly Over N432bn Probe Report
Daily Trust
A former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir el-Rufai, has sued the state House of Assembly over the latter's claim that N432 billion was siphoned during his eight-year administration,… Read more »