January 29
South Africa: Siu to Probe Umzinyathi District Municipality Procurement and Contracting
SAnews.gov.za
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is set to launch a probe into the affairs of the uMzinyathi District Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal to investigate allegations of serious… Read more »
South Africa: Over 4 Million Smart ID Cards Issued in 2025
SAnews.gov.za
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has issued a record 4 002 964 smart ID cards in the 2025 calendar year -- the highest rate of delivery in the history of the department. Read more »
South Africa: Team Working Around the Clock to Mitigate Risk At Senteeko Dam
SAnews.gov.za
A multi-disciplinary team of government officials is working around the clock at the Senteeko Dam, near Barberton, to reduce the potential impact should the structure fail. Read more »
Nigeria: Upstream Regulator - Only Technically Strong Bidders Will Advance in 2025 Oil Licensing Round
Leadership
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has clarified the requirements for the 2025 licensing round, stating that only bidders meeting the technical and… Read more »
Nigeria: JMG Drives Clean Energy Conversation, Showcases 'Scalable' Solar Solutions
Leadership
JMG Limited, a provider of integrated electromechanical solutions in Nigeria, has reinforced its leadership in the country's clean energy transition by hosting media stakeholders… Read more »
Nigeria: MTN CEO, Ralph Mupita Appointed to Dangote Fertiliser Board
Leadership
Dangote Industries has appointed the chief executive officer of MTN Group, Ralph Mupita, to the board of Dangote Fertiliser Limited. Read more »
Kenya: Ketraco to Energize 132kv Sondu-Homa Bay Transmission Line Thursday
Capital FM
The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) will Thursday energize the 132kV Sondu-Homa Bay Transmission Line, marking the completion of a key power infrastructure project… Read more »
Kenya: Finland's Happiness Formula - Trust, Equality, and Work-Life Balance
Capital FM
For the eighth consecutive year, Finland has been ranked the happiest country in the world--a feat that continues to puzzle nations blessed with sunshine, youthful populations, and… Read more »
South Africa: Griekwastad Murderer's Parole Set for Review
SAnews.gov.za
Correctional Services Minister, Dr Pieter Groenewald, has referred the decision to grant parole to the infamous Griekwastad murderer to the Correctional Supervision and Parole… Read more »
Senegal: CAF Imposes Suspension and Fines to Senegal, Morocco for Afcon 2025 Final Misconduct
Capital FM
Both champions Senegal and Morocco Football Federations, have been slapped with hefty fines and some players suspended following the chaos that erupted in the 2025 Africa Cup of… Read more »
Liberia: Liberian-Born Josiah King, 17, Signs Pro Football Contract With Arsenal FC
Liberian Observer
There is no birthday present quite like a professional football contract. For Josiah King, turning 17 on Saturday, January 24, marked not just another year of life, but the… Read more »
Angola: Minjud Wraps Up Advisory Council With Several Approvals of Decrees
ANGOP
The approval of draft presidential decrees and the sports infrastructure regulations marks the XIV Advisory Council of the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MINJUD), which is set to… Read more »
Angola: Basketball Championship - Petro and Sporting Play for Group Leadership
ANGOP
Petro and Sporting, both from Luanda, will define the leadership of Group A of the 2nd phase of the Senior Men's National Championship on Friday (30), in a game of the third round,… Read more »
Angola: Angolan President Talks With Spanish Prime Minister
ANGOP
Angolan Head of State João Lourenço held a telephone conversation on Wednesday afternoon with the the Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, according to a… Read more »
Angola: African Group Calls for Transparent, Responsible Partnerships
ANGOP
The African Group at the United Nations in New York called on Wednesday for predictable, transparent and accountable partnerships aligned with national and regional development… Read more »
Angola: Operations With Payment App Kwik Grow Over 100 Percent
ANGOP
At least 35 million transactions, totaling 590 billion kwanzas, were processed through the KWiK instant payment system in 2025, marking over 100 percent growth in volume and value… Read more »
Angola: Cuango Photovoltaic Park With 70 Percent Conclusion
ANGOP
The Construction of the photovoltaic park in the municipality of Cuango, province of Lunda-Norte, scheduled to start operation in July of the current year, is progressing rapidly,… Read more »
Angola: Former Angop Journalist Élio Gambôa to Be Buried Friday
ANGOP
Former Angola Press Agency (ANGOP) journalist Élio Gambôa, who died this week from illness, will be buried on Friday at 10 am at the Santa Ana Cemetery in Luanda. Read more »
Angola: Chemists' Association Advocates Creation of Sector Management Program
ANGOP
The Angolan Chemists' Association (OQA) advocated on Thursday, in Luanda, for the need to create a national work program on the management of chemical substances, to be implemented… Read more »
South Africa: 'Slap in the Face for Residents' - - NMB Council Rejects Motions Calling for Streetlight Tender Accountability
Daily Maverick
The Nelson Mandela Bay council has rejected two motions tabled by DA councillor Ondela Kepe, aimed at securing accountability for ongoing metro streetlight issues. Read more »
Nigeria: Anthony Joshua Pays Tribute to Friends Killed in Car Crash, Thanks Otedola, Dangote for Support
Vanguard
Anthony Joshua has broken his silence following a devastating road accident that claimed the lives of two of his close friends, sharing an emotional video message in their honour. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Pfuma Fund REIT to List On VFEX With USD Retail Property Portfolio
Daba Finance
Pfuma Fund REIT is set to list on the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange on February 4, 2026, giving investors access to Zimbabwe's retail property sector through a US… Read more »
Egypt: Egypt Launches Derivatives Market With First EGX Futures License
Daba Finance
Financial Regulatory Authority has granted the Egyptian Exchange its first license to trade futures contracts linked to locally listed securities, marking the formal launch of… Read more »
Nigeria: Zichis Agro Joins NGX Growth Board in Bid to Improve Liquidity
Daba Finance
Zichis Agro Allied Industries Plc began trading on the Nigerian Exchange Growth Board on January 20, 2026, joining a segment designed for growth-oriented companies seeking greater… Read more »
South Africa: JSE Lists Cartesian Balanced ETF As Active Products Gain Ground
Daba Finance
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has listed the Cartesian EasyETFs Balanced Actively Managed ETF on its Main Board, adding to a growing range of active investment products on the… Read more »
