August 22
Nigeria: Unesco Calls for Protection of Journalists Covering Protests Worldwide
Premium Times
In recent months, multiple journalists covering protests in different parts of the world have been subjected to various forms of attacks, including killings, injuries, arbitrary… Read more »
South Africa: Zuma Will Continue to Have Unfettered Control of MK, With No Elective Conference in Sight
Daily Maverick
The MK party has been beset by leadership issues but it's not planning to hold an elective conference any time soon, with leader Jacob Zuma describing such events as fake. Read more »
Nigeria: Over 50% Africans Lack Access to Essential Medicines - Stakeholders
Leadership
Less than 50 per cent of the population in Africa have access to essential medicines, thereby prompting players in the continent's health sector to issue a stark call to action. Read more »
Rwanda: Hamilton Endorses Rwanda As Future Formula One Race Destination
New Times
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has thrown his support behind Rwanda and South Africa as emerging contenders to host a Formula One race in Africa. Read more »
Africa: TikTok Moves to Strengthen Safety With Sub-Saharan Africa Advisory Council
Capital FM
Chinese video sharing platform TikTok has unveiled its first-ever Sub-Saharan Africa Safety Advisory Council anchored on bolstering safety within the platform. Read more »
Ethiopia: GERD Contributes 17% to Ethiopia's Power Supply, Eep Eyes $300m From Exports
Addis Standard
The Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) disclosed that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) contributed 17% to the country's total power supply during the previous fiscal year. Read more »
Nigeria: Ignore Misleading Posts Claiming Former Nigerian President Buhari and Former Army Chief Buratai Were 'Waving' Boko Haram Flag
Africa Check
Ignore misleading posts claiming former Nigerian president Buhari and former army chief Buratai were 'waving' Boko Haram flag Read more »
Africa: 'Deliberate Misinformation' - Watermelon and Cuttlebone Mixture Not a Remedy for High Blood Pressure
Africa Check
'Deliberate misinformation' - watermelon and cuttlebone mixture not a remedy for high blood pressure Read more »
Somalia: Somalia Says No to Ethiopia Inclusion in AUSSOM, Accuses ENDF of Past Attrocities
Radio Dalsan
Somalia has issued conditions to Ethiopia for its inclusion in the African Union Support Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) which is set to replace the African Union Transition Mission in… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa's Mpox Disease Under Control - Cabinet
SAnews.gov.za
Cabinet has moved to reassure South Africans that the Mpox outbreak is under control. Read more »
Nigeria: Miss Universe Nigeria - Chidimma Adetshina Arrives Lagos
Premium Times
"I'm so thrilled. I was excited throughout the flight and can't wait to explore more of Nigeria. Read more »
Sudan: Customs Officers At Sudan-Egypt Border On Strike, El Burhan Intervenes
Dabanga
Workers of the Wadi Halfa Customs Clearance Department at the border crossings to Egypt downed their tools on Saturday in protest against the increase in clearance costs and tough… Read more »
Angola: Angola - Where Is Isabel Dos Santos' Money?
DW
Four Angolan NGOs are calling on the country's judiciary to explain why the assets of the billionaire daughter of Angola's ex-president, which have been frozen in Portugal, have… Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Retire 43,976 Public Servants By 2029 After Ruto Disallowed Contract Extensions
Capital FM
Government is set to proggressivle retire 43,976 public servants aged 55 and above by 2029 following President William Ruto's directive disallowing contract extensions. Read more »
Uganda: Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Condemn Ukraine's Support for International Terrorism
Independent (Kampala)
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger condemn the Ukrainian authorities' open support for international terrorism, in particular in the Sahel region, according to a letter from the… Read more »
Ghana: No Room for Delay, Extension of Secondary Cities Project - Local Govt Minister
Ghanaian Times
There will be no room for delays or requests for contract extensions in the execution of the Ghana Secondary Cities Support Projects (GSCSP), the Minister of Local Government,… Read more »
Nigeria: Sokoto Govt Mum As Residents Observe Funeral Prayer for Emir Murdered By Kidnappers
Premium Times
Residents of Sabon Birni on Thursday performed a funeral prayer, known as Salat al-Gha'ib for the murdered emir. Read more »
Africa: Africa's Citizens, Not Soldiers, Must Protect and Demand Democracy [analysis]
ISS
Recent protests show that citizens can demand accountability from their leaders instead of waiting for coups to fix broken governments. Read more »
Liberia: Delegation From the US Arrives in Liberia to Expand Humanitarian Efforts
Liberian Investigator
A nine-member delegation from the United States, representing the organizations Serve Africa and Go Serve Global, has arrived in Liberia to enhance humanitarian support for… Read more »
South Africa: Basic Education Sets Record Straight On School Feeding
SAnews.gov.za
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has moved to set the record straight following recent allegations regarding the National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP). Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Endorse Samuel Maimbo As Candidate for AfDB Presidency
Namibia Economist
The Southern African Development Community Heads of State and Government have endorsed Samuel Maimbo, a national of Zambia, as a candidate for the position of President of the… Read more »
Namibia: Central Bank Says Local Exchange Control Policies Conducive for Oil and Gas
Namibia Economist
Namibia's Exchange Control Policies and Laws remain supportive of the nascent oil and gas sector and are designed to promote a favourable investment environment for foreign direct… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Speaks On Killing of Traditional Ruler in Sokoto [press release]
Premium Times
President Tinubu assured Nigerians that his administration is aggressively removing threats to ensure the security of the nation. Read more »
Tanzania: Compressed Natural Gas Station Ready By December
Daily News
The construction of the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) mother station has reached 33.5 per cent completion. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Let Us Bury the Hatchet - Harare Mayor Mafume Tells Zanu-PF, CCC Councillors
New Zimbabwe
HARARE Mayor Jacob Mafume has called for collaboration across the political divide, stressing the importance of putting aside differences and working together to drive progress. Read more »