June 16
Rwanda: Making Entrepreneurship the Norm
New Times
Youth unemployment remains one of the defining economic challenges of our time. While education has long been viewed as a pathway to employment, it is increasingly clear that no… Read more »
Nigeria: Action Alliance Kicks Against Deregistration of Five Political Parties
Vanguard
The Action Alliance, AA, has strongly opposed yesterday's court judgment ordering the deregistration of five political parties, warning that the move could undermine Nigeria's… Read more »
Uganda: Nalufenya Hospital Registers 800 Cases of Sickle Cell Disease Per Month
Independent (Kampala)
Jinja city-based Nalufenya Children's Hospital has disclosed that they handle a whopping 800 cases of Sickle Cell disease every month. James Kitonsa, a pediatrician at the… Read more »
Uganda: FDC - 2026/27 Budget 'Written for the Comfort of Those in Power'
Independent (Kampala)
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has sharply criticised the proposed National Budget for the Financial Year 2026/27, describing it as detached from the realities of ordinary… Read more »
East Africa: As Aid Budgets Shrink, Refugees in East Africa Show a Path to Self-Reliance
Independent (Kampala)
From Bidi Bidi in Uganda to Dollo Ado in Ethiopia, refugee families are proving that economic opportunity can be as important as humanitarian assistance Read more »
Uganda: Lukwago Family Condemns Violent Arrest
Independent (Kampala)
The family of former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has condemned what it describes as a violent and illegal arrest by security agencies, accusing operatives of storming his home… Read more »
Uganda: Icpau Records Improved Exam Performance for May 2026
Independent (Kampala)
The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU), through its Public Accountants Examinations Board (PAEB), has Monday released the May 2026 examination results for… Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Calls for Renewed Support to Farmers
Liberian Observer
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has renewed his administration's commitment to revitalizing Liberia's agricultural sector, directing government institutions to intensify support for… Read more »
Liberia: Bong Police Forward Murder Suspect to Court After Fatal Shooting
New Dawn
GBARNGA, Bong County, June 16, 2026 -- The Liberia National Police (LNP) in Bong County has charged and forwarded to court 44-year-old Kerkulah Flomo, commonly known as "Big Boy,"… Read more »
Liberia: Defendant Admits Charges in Human Trafficking Case
New Dawn
One of the defendants in the high-profile human trafficking trial at Criminal Court "A" has admitted to the charges outlined in the state indictment. Read more »
Liberia: Govt Vows Boost for Sports, Kickball
New Dawn
Liberia's Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has reaffirmed the government's commitment to advancing sports development, pledging increased… Read more »
Liberia: Former Sen. Wesseh Reflects On Constitutional Commission Role
New Dawn
----- Urges Nation to Honor Sacrifices of Reformers Read more »
Sudan: Youth and Sports Minister Opens Ebhar International Puppet Theatre Festival
SNA
Minister of Youth and Sports Prof. Ahmed Adam attended the opening of the Ebhar International Arts Festival, held in cooperation with the Palace of Youth and Children and featuring… Read more »
Tunisia/Namibia: Tunisia Replace Coach Lamouchi With Renard After World Cup Thrashing
Namibian
Tunisia have responded to their 5-1 World Cup thrashing by Sweden by sacking coach Sabri Lamouchi and replacing him with Frenchman Herve Renard, the federation announced on… Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Picks Amaechi As Running Mate
This Day
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has picked a former Rivers State governor and former Minister of Transportation, Hon. Rotimi… Read more »
Nigeria: Military Rescues Gen Rabe's Widow From Captivity, Pays Condolence Visit to Family
This Day
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Nigeria: Despite Existing Appeal Court Order, Justice Lifu Directs INEC to Deregister Adc, 4 Others
This Day
The presidential ambition of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the re-election bid of Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, were yesterday threatened by a judgement… Read more »
Malawi: Auditor General Uncovers K158 Billion Suspected to Have Been Stolen in Different Govt Ministries, Depts & Agencies
Nyasa Times
The Auditor General has uncovered more than K158 billion in financial irregularities across Malawi's ministries, departments, agencies and other public institutions during the… Read more »
Rwanda: Men's Mental Health Month - the Hidden Mental Toll of Money Worries
New Times
When Mugabo, a father of two, lost his job, he suddenly found himself struggling to provide for his family. The mounting pressure became overwhelming, and he turned to alcohol to… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Parliament in 'Flagrant Breach' of Constitution Over Asset Declarations - Coltart Says As MPs Receive Chivayo's Gifts
New Zimbabwe
Discover moreNews Headline SummariesShowbiz News FeedAfrica News CoverageBULAWAYO Mayor David Coltart has questioned Parliament's failure to enact legislation compelling public… Read more »
Liberia: Chief Justice Targets Judicial Corruption
New Dawn
Liberia's Chief Justice, Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay, has taken decisive action against the accumulation of illicit wealth within the judiciary, issuing a stern warning of stricter… Read more »
Sudan: Justice Minister Discusses With Egyptian Counterpart Legal Cooperation
SNA
Minister of Justice, Dr. Abdullah Mohamed Dirif met on Sunday with Egypt's Minister of Justice, Mahmoud Helmy El-Sherif, on the sidelines of the Executive Bureau meeting of the… Read more »
Nigeria: Cardoso Launches Nigeria Overnight Financing Rate to Boost Confidence, Price Discovery, Market Stability
This Day
Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, yesterday launched the Nigeria Overnight Financing Rate (NOFR) to significantly deepen Foreign Exchange (FX)… Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Orders Fintechs, Banks to Localise Payment Data, Caps Market Dominance
Vanguard
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has directed banks, fintechs and other operators in the payments ecosystem to store all payment transaction data generated in Nigeria within the… Read more »
Rwanda: Inside Kigali Wetlands Park
New Times
Rehabilitation of five wetlands in Kigali City is at over 90% completion to form the Kigali Wetlands Park, which is expected to generate eco-tourism revenue. Read more »
