South Africa projects wider deficits, rising debt despite improved growth
South Africa government forecasted higher budget deficits and debt for the next three years, even as improved electricity supply suggests...
Month: October 2024
Social media restricted in Mozambique as opposition disputes election results
Access to Social media in Mozambique was restricted for the second time in a week on Thursday, a global internet...
ECOWAS Officials Attended the Inauguration of The West African College of Physicians (WACP) Hotel Complex in Abuja, Nigeria
On Wednesday 30 October 2024, Dr. Melchior Athanase Joël C. AISSI, Director General of the West African Health Organisation (WAHO),...
Botswana counts votes after pivotal election
People in Botswana are waiting for results of Wednesday's election which could extend the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP)'s 58-year rule....
Botswana’s President Masisi votes in national election
Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi cast his vote on Wednesday in an election that will determine whether he will serve a...
Former militiamen members seek peace, reintegration in DRC
In Ituri, Democratic Republic of Congo, the war has left deep scars. But amid the ruins, a glimmer of hope...
South Africa Strips Miss Universe Nigeria Adetshina of identity over nationality controversy
The Department of Home Affairs in South Africa has announced the withdrawal of identity and travel documents for Miss Universe...
ECOWAS,Ecobank launch capacity building program to support businesswomen
The ECOWAS-Ecobank Capacity Building Programme for Businesswomen was officially launched in Abuja, marking a crucial step towards reducing gender inequality...
Goodluck Jonathan leads African Union observers in Botswana’s elections
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, as part of the African Union Election Observation Mission, played a significant role in monitoring...
AFCON 2025: Nigeria awarded victory by forfeit after being stranded in Libyan Airport
On October 15, Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles, found themselves abandoned in an airport in Libya ahead of a...
Botswana goes to the polls as the country faces economic challenges
Botswana goes to the polls on Wednesday in a vote that will determine whether the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP)...
Senior Malawi politician accused of plotting to kill President Lazarus Chakwera
A leading member of Malawi’s opposition has been charged with plotting to kill the country's President, Lazarus Chakwera. Patricia Kaliati,...
The Competition Authorities of Regional Economic Communities (RECs) Strengthen Their Collaboration
In order to better contribute to the creation of a competitive framework and consumer protection, the Regional Economic Communities (RECs)...
ECOWAS commission,world bank meet to discuss digital identification initiatives
The ECOWAS Commission and the World Bank on Thursday, October 24, 2024 held a working visit to the Central Bank...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Polls are Open
Voting is the bedrock of our democracy — it shapes the kind of city, state, and nation we become. The...
South Africa submits its main legal claim to the top UN court which accuses Israel of genocide
The South African legal team delivered a nearly 5,000-page document to the United Nations’ top court on Monday, the latest...
France, Morocco sign deals worth over €10 billion to improve partnership
France and Morocco signed agreements worth up to €10 billion during President Macron's visit aimed at improving strained relations. The...
Togo football legend Emmanuel Adebayor marks retirement in Lomé match
Togolese football legend, Emmanuel Adebayor, took to the pitch one last time on Sunday for a gala match in Lomé...
Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha breaks men’s half-marathon world record
Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha made every second count as he broke the men's half-marathon record by just one second Sunday....
Election in Botswana: diamonds and economic hurdles at play
Botswana, known as one of Africa's longest-standing democracy, is set to conduct its general election on October 30, as announced...
Kenya’s impeached deputy President Gachagua seeks court injunction on High Court proceedings
Kenya’s Deputy President Gachagua Appeals to Stop High Court Impeachment Proceedings Kenya's impeached Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua, filed a petition...
Financial audit forces Senegal to reassess IMF program strategy
The $1.8 billion IMF aid program secured in 2023 is currently frozen. A restructuring of the agreement is now required,...
Chadian president launches operation to secure region after deadly attack
Following a tragic attack on a Chadian Defense and Security Forces base that left around 40 soldiers dead, President Mahamat...
Kenyan activist freed after night in police custody
Prominent Kenyan human rights activist Boniface Mwangi has been released without charge after being detained by police on suspicion of...
Chelsea striker Jackson named Senegal Player of the Year
Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has been named Senegal Player of the Year. Jackson has been recognised as the best Senegal...
Egypt’s president says it has proposed 2-day cease-fire in Gaza, exchange of Israeli, Palestinian captives
Egypt's president on Sunday said his country has proposed a two-day cease-fire between Israel and Hamas during which four hostages...
15% of pregnant women in Uganda face childbirth complications- Experts warn
Experts in Uganda have warned that 15% of pregnant women face childbirth complications. While a majority of pregnant women can...
NiDCOM rescues 17 Nigerian girls tafficked to Ghana
Seventeen Nigerian girls trafficked to Ghana have been rescued and returned to Nigeria, with five of their traffickers arrested. According...
Egypt, Ukraine foreign ministers meet in Cairo
Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Saturday that without a ceasefire in Gaza there "will be no peace or...
South Africa coalition government maintains resilience amid foreign policy differences
South Africa’s coalition government, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa, is demonstrating unexpected resilience despite recent foreign policy disagreements, showcasing a...
Eguavoen calls 35 NPFL stars to strengthen Super Eagles for CHAN 2025 Ghana clash
Super Eagles Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has announced a squad of 35 standout players from the Nigeria Premier Football League...
Zambia, U.S. strengthen economic ties
Zambia’s finance minister praised the strengthening economic ties between Zambia and the United States, highlighting ongoing efforts by the Lusaka...
Ghanaian elected new Secretary-General of Commonwealth
Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, marking a historic step...
Mozambique ruling party calls for dialogue as opposition rejects vote result
Mozambique remains tense after a contentious election. Supporters of opposition candidate Venancio Mondlane have been staging rallies denouncing the results...
CAF awards Nigeria 3 Point fines Libya
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has finally taken a decision on the 2025 African Cup of Nations match-day four...
CWIN Africa to hold convention for young leaders, entrepreneurs
CWIN Africa has announced that it will be hosting its annual Young and More Africa (YAMA) Convention for young people,...
15 facts about the legendary African singer Angélique Kidjo
Angélique Kidjo is a Grammy-winning African singer, songwriter, and activist from Benin, celebrated for blending Afropop with jazz, funk, and...
Zipline partners Nigeria for improved healthcare delivery
In a bid to improve healthcare delivery, the Nigeria government has partners with US-based drone technology company Zipline to enhance...
Uganda invests $3 billion in new railway system for efficient transport
Transport is essential in global contexts, yet it often comes with high costs in many regions of Africa.Uganda invests $3...
Nigeria: Federal govt initiates Yoruba language-based initiative to teach mathematics
The Nigerian Federal Government, through the National Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), has introduced a new program to...
Hama Amadou, emblematic opposition leader in Niger and former PM dies aged 74
Niger’s former Prime Minister Hama Amadou died in a hospital in the country’s capital, Niamey, Thursday, aged 74. The cause...
Nigeria, 12 others join BRICS as partner countries
Nigeria has officially been admitted into the BRICS group of nations as a partner country in its bid to strengthen...
Mozambique’s ruling party wins disputed polls
Election officials in Mozambique on Thursday announced that the ruling party, Frelimo, has won the country’s disputed elections extending its...
President Tshisekedi announces commission to address constitutional changes in DRC
In a proactive step toward governance Changes, President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo DRC announced plans to...
Turkey receives global solidarity following Ankara attack
In a show of global solidarity, African nations joined Turkey in condemning a recent Ankara attack on the Turkish Aerospace...
South Sudan teachers’ union strengthens through education financing campaign
The National Teachers Union of South Sudan (NTUSS) has made significant strides in its growth and influence following the launch...
UNESCO, GirlUp Africa train over 1,000 teachers in health education across Ebonyi State
Ebonyi State, Nigeria – In a significant move to empower adolescents through health education, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and...
Binance executive released by Nigerian court as charges are dropped
Tigran Gambaryan, head of financial crime compliance at cryptocurrency company Binance, was released on Wednesday, October 23, by a Nigerian...
France pledges $108 million humanitarian aid to Lebanon as part of international relief efforts
France has stepped forward with a significant pledge of $108 million to support Lebanon during a critical international conference in...
Cameroon launches nationwide polio vaccination drive over regional health concerns
In a concerted effort to tackle the rising threat of the polio myelitis Type 2 variant, health experts in Cameroon...