Is the Trump-Tinubu Collaboration Working? [blog]
CFR
Despite undeniable progress, insecurity in Nigeria remains by and large intractable. Read more »
All of Africa Today - August 18, 2026
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50,600 Ethiopians Left Country in First Quarter of 2026 Amid Economic Hardship, Migrant Exploitation
Addis Standard
An estimated 50,600 people left Ethiopia through the Eastern Route during the first quarter of 2026, as migrants increasingly used alternative routes and faced exploitation by… Read more »
Zambia's Hichilema Wins Second Presidential Term
DW
Hakainde Hichilema won over 60% of the vote in the first round of Zambia's presidential election, which also saw authorities launch raids against leading opposition figures on… Read more »
Debt Crisis Govt Borrowing Surpasses P56 Billion
The Patriot
Vice President and Minister of Finance Ndaba Gaolathe has revealed that Botswana's domestic debt doubled from P27.2 billion to P56.06 billion; a development that economic observers… Read more »
Over 20 Killed, Many Injured in Fresh Plateau Attack
Vanguard
JOS - More than 20 persons have been killed and several others injured after gunmen attacked Binper community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. Read more »
Kariba Ferry Disaster Becomes Zimbabwe's Deadliest With 92 Confirmed
The Herald
THE death toll from the Rida Mbuya Nehanda ferry disaster has risen to 92, making it the country's deadliest transport tragedy and surpassing the 1991 Nyanga bus disaster, which… Read more »
Tanzania, DR Congo Usher in Strategic Ties
Daily News
Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have agreed to strengthen strategic ties, opening a new chapter in cooperation between the two countries. Read more »
Uganda Has One Licensed Doctor for Every 6,400 People, Figures Show
Nile Post
Uganda has 7,871 doctors with active licences for the 2026 practice year, translating to roughly one licensed doctor for every 6,400 people, according to new figures from the… Read more »
Government Intensifies Fight Against Drug Supply Chains
The Herald
President Dr Kembo Mohadi hands over the national flag to Mrs Millet Mirriam Nyamuronda, widow of Brigadier-General (Rtd) Albert Nyamuronda, during his burial at the National… Read more »
EACC Arrests Treasury Officials, Business Owners Over Alleged Sh1.57bn Profit Programme Fraud
Capital FM
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested senior National Treasury officials and business owners over an alleged Sh1.57 billion fraud scheme involving funds… Read more »
DR Congo Shutdown of Internet, Mobile Networks in East Extends for Over a Month Amid War
CPJ
The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to restore mobile telecommunications and internet services that have been cut off… Read more »
Jayden Meek Murder Trial Resumes - South African News Briefs - August 19, 2026
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All of Africa Today - August 19, 2026
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Mashaba Eyes Johannesburg Mayor's Seat - South African News Briefs - August 18, 2026
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