West-Africa
Nigerian President Seeks $516 Million Loan for Major Highway Project
In a significant move aimed at boosting infrastructure, President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Senate’s approval to secure a $516.3 million…
Topic
governance
Southern-Africa
Ghana Presses South Africa to Act After Reported Xenophobic Attacks
Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has lodged a formal protest with his South African counterpart after widely shared videos purportedly showing…
East-Africa
Taiwan President Cancels Eswatini Visit, Citing Chinese Pressure
A last-minute diplomatic tussle has grounded Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s planned trip to Eswatini, with Taipei accusing Beijing of leaning on other…
East-Africa
Can you clarify which ex-president? Edgar Lungu is alive as of 2026.
In a move that escalates a bitter political standoff, the Zambian government says it has taken custody of former president Edgar Lungu’s…
West-Africa
Tinubu Reshuffles Cabinet, Appoints New Key Ministers
In a strategic shift within the Federal Executive Council, President Bola Tinubu has announced a minor Cabinet reshuffle that will impact key…
East-Africa
Macky Sall of Senegal Faces Public Scrutiny in UN Leadership Bid
Former President of Senegal, Macky Sall, has asserted that achieving lasting global peace hinges on addressing the persistent issues of poverty, inequality,…
East-Africa
Zimbabwe ruling party youths urge government to reject Chivayo’s gift
Zimbabwe’s ruling party youth wing has urged Parliament to reject a reported US$3.6 million offer from businessman Wicknell Chivayo, warning the move…
West-Africa
Nigeria Refutes Claims of Concealed Spending in World Bank Report
The Nigerian Federal Ministry of Finance is refuting claims made by the World Bank regarding alleged undisclosed expenditures and the misallocation of…
East-Africa
Zambia Enacts Law Banning Bail for Sexual Offense Cases
Princess Kasune Zulu — once a child bride and later one of Zambia’s first public figures to reveal her HIV status in…
East-Africa
Burundi information minister found dead amid unclear circumstances
Burundi’s presidency says Media and Communication Minister Gabby Bugaga died in an accident, releasing fresh information about the circumstances of his death.…
West-Africa
Sierra Leonean Opposition Politician Sentenced to Four Years in Prison
In a move that has sparked widespread outcry, activist and opposition figure Zainab Sheriff was sentenced to four years in prison for…
