June 25
Nigeria: 950,000 Women At Risk of Maternal Deaths in Zamfara - Commissioner
Premium Times
The commissioner noted that northern Nigeria, including Zamfara State, had a record of 70 per cent of maternal deaths in Nigeria. Read more »
Kenya: MPs Vote on Finance Bill as Mombasa Protests Begin
Capital FM
Thousands of young people in Mombasa have joined their counterparts countrywide to protest against the Finance Bill 2024. Read more »
Kenya: Azimio MPs Withdraw Amendments to Finance Bill, Reject It Totally
Capital FM
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Members of Parliament have withdraw their amendments to the Finance Bill 2024. Read more »
Kenya: Protestors Fill Nairobi Streets Ahead of Anti-Finance Bill Protests
Capital FM
Protestors are pouring on the streets of Nairobi ahead of the anti-Finance bill protests today. Read more »
Africa: Aviation Emission Reduction Efforts Face High Costs, Production Hurdles
Business Day Africa
Efforts to cut carbon dioxide emissions in the aviation industry by using sustainable fuel face significant challenges, primarily due to high costs and market uncertainties… Read more »
Nigeria: Daniel Taiwo Odukoya - 'Nigeria Has a Great Future!'
Premium Times
He was not only a pastor, but he was also a relationship and leadership expert. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu to Consult Further On New Minimum Wage
Vanguard
President Bola Tinubu will consult further before arriving at a final decision on the new national minimum wage for Nigerian workers. Read more »
Angola: Head of State to Visit Côte d'Ivoire
ANGOP
The President of the Republic, João Lourenço, will pay a working visit to Côte D'Ivoire on Thursday at the invitation of his counterpart, Alassane Ouattara. Read more »
Kenya: Why are Kenya's Gen Z So Angry?
DW
Kenya's Gen Z leads mass protests against government tax hikes, resulting in violent clashes. Young people have expressed frustration over the rising cost of living and government… Read more »
Cape Verde: IMF Executive Board Completes Fourth Review of the Arrangement Under the Extended Credit Facility and First Review of the Arrangement Under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility for Cabo Verde [press release]
IMF
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the fourth review of Cabo Verde's performance under the 36-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 1 Dead, 7 Injured in Zimbabwe Train-Bus Collision
New Zimbabwe
One person was killed and seven others injured early Monday when a train rammed into a bus at a railway crossing in Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe, police have confirmed. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Condoles With Customs Over Officer's Death [press release]
Premium Times
Andrew Essien passed away shortly after showing signs of discomfort during a presentation before the National Assembly House Committee on Public Accounts on Tuesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Chivido24 - I Would've Been One of Davido's Groomsmen, but Zlatan Ruined Our Friendship - Portable
Premium Times
"He's not in the top ten. He made a mistake, and his tailor let him down. He gave his clothes to a crazy tailor." Read more »
Nigeria: FEC Steps Down Tripartite Committee's Report On Minimum Wage
Premium Times
FEC stepped down the report to allow President Tinubu to make further consultations before sending the proposed minimum wage to the National Assembly. Read more »
Nigeria: 'Your Daughter Will Be Protected, Respected, Connected,'Davido to Chioma's Parents
Premium Times
Despite being held on a weekday, the star-studded event dominated social media all day. Read more »
Liberia: World Bank Commits $45 Million to Liberia's Renewable Energy
New Dawn
The World Bank Group announced today the approval of a second disbursement of $45 million for Liberia's Renewable Energy Solar Power Intervention Project (RESPITE). This… Read more »
Kenya: Joint Statement On Nationwide Demonstrations [press release]
AI London
Despite the assurance by the Government that the right to assembly would be protected and facilitated, today's protests have spiralled into violence. Human rights observers and… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Continuously Strengthen Its Partnership With Unicef to Achieve Health Goals - Health Minister
SNA
Acting Federal Minister of Health, Dr. Haitham Muhammad Ibrahim, said that Sudan is continuing to strengthen its partnership with UNICEF in order to achieve the joint health goals,… Read more »
Kenya: CPJ Calls On Kenyan Authorities to Respect Press Freedom Amid Ongoing Protests
CPJ
Kenyan authorities must investigate reports of several journalists attacked while covering protests, desist from intimidating the media, and ensure reliable and secure access to… Read more »
Nigeria: 330 Emergency Road, Bridge Repairs At 80% Completion - Federal Govt
Leadership
The Federal Government has announced that the emergency repairs of 330 roads and bridges across Nigeria were nearing completion. Read more »
Nigeria: Cholera Outbreak - What You Should Know and Preventive Measures
Leadership
Cholera has always been a significant public health threat in many parts of the world, particularly in regions affected by natural disasters, conflicts, and inadequate… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Sets Up Committee to Tackle Cholera Crisis
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has directed the setting up of a cabinet committee to oversee the Cholera emergency operation centre operated by the National Centre For Disease Control and… Read more »
South Africa: Cosatu Is Deeply Disappointed the ANC Has Chosen to Ignore Its Step Aside Resolution With Zizi Kodwa's Swearing-in As an MP [press release]
COSATU
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is deeply disappointed that our ally, the African National Congress (ANC) has chosen to recklessly ignore its own step aside… Read more »
Rwanda: Liberal Party Pledges to Push for Laws to Decongest Correctional Facilities
New Times
Liberal Party (PL), which is campaigning for seats in Parliament in the July elections, has pledged to push for laws that will help establish community service as an alternative… Read more »
Gambia: Survivors As Advocates for Change Amid the Proposed Repeal of the FGM Law in the Gambia [press release]
UNFPA in WCA
Survivors of Female Genital Mutilation possess a unique and powerful voice that can drive meaningful change. Their experiences offer important insights into the challenges faced… Read more »