A one-day strike by matatu operators which had largely been ignored, has been called off after government intervention. Read more »
The 10-day general strike has taken off in a very subdued manner as some matatu operators have heeded the call to strike while others continue to work. Read more »
The United States is "ready and willing" to work with the government in fighting piracy in the Mozambique Channel. Read more »
An overloaded passenger boat capsized in southern Nigeria, killing at least 20 people. Emergency workers were able to rescue a number of others. Read more »
Kenyans planning to link up with their families for the festive season could have their travel plans disrupted by a nationwide strike called by public service vehicle operators. Read more »
Frustration over the high cost of living may intensify if minibus drivers and truck drivers carry out their plans to go on a nine-day strike during the festive season. Read more »
Minibus and long distance truck drivers have issued a two-week strike notice over high fuel prices. Read more »
The government has launched a new HIV/Aids campaign focusing on the transport industry, especially long distance truck drivers. Read more »
A massive explosion aboard the Britiannia U1 oil barge suspected to be used for illegal bunkering business, occurred at Marina jetty in Lagos. Read more »
The air flights dispute between Nigeria and Britain centers around the breach of Bi-lateral Air Service Agreements signed by the two countries. Read more »
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