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Jihadists on 200 motorbikes storm Niger army base
At least 34 soldiers were killed in the latest attack by Islamist groups, Niger's military leaders say.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:
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We need a values-based, not an βout of sight out-of mindβ leadership in South Africa
A values-based, empathetic and compassionate leadership style is necessary to address issues such as poverty and inequality
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Niger military leaders to nationalise uranium firm
The company is majority French-owned, while the junta wants more local control of Niger's mineral wealth.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Living in the darkness of a broken city β Johannesburg
We are at the mercy of ageing infrastructure, corrupt municipal workers and city officials who have lost control over Johannesburg
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Where's Lanre Balogun of Thunderbolt (Magun) Fame?
[Premium Times] As a young actor, Mr Balogun won hearts by depicting 'fine boy' characters in the mould of an Emeka Ike but with the mien of a stone-cold killer.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: UK Court Rules Against Shell Over Nigerian Oil Spill
[Premium Times] The UK High Court trial finds that Shell plc and its former Nigerian subsidiary can be held legally responsible for legacy oil pollution in Nigeria.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: African Refugees Bear the Brunt of Shifting Global Politics
[Premium Times] On World Refugee Day, displaced Africans face the worst conditions yet as conflict and disasters increase, aid plummets and borders tighten.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Labour department denies racial quotas in Employment Equity Amendment Act
The Democratic Alliance, which has launched a court challenge to the amended Act, says it cannot have a place in democratic South Africa
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Black Soldier Fly Project to Cut Fish Feed Costs, Create Youth Jobs
[Capital FM] Nyeri -- Thousands of fish farmers across Kenya are set to benefit from a new initiative promoting black soldier fly farming, which is expected to slash the cost of fish feeds by more than half.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Waiguru Urges Accountability Amid Police Brutality Concerns
[Capital FM] Kirinyaga -- Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has called on leaders and police officers to exercise tolerance and professionalism, especially when dealing with critics and members of the public.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:US basketball training for Senegal cancelled after visas rejected
Players will train in Dakar instead "in a sovereign and conducive setting", says the prime minister.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Africa: Global Survey Finds 8 Out of 10 People Support Taxing Oil and Gas Corporations to Pay for Climate Damages
[Oxfam] A majority of people believe governments must tax oil, gas and coal corporations for climate-related loss and damage, and that their government is not doing enough to counter the influence on politics of the super-rich and polluting industries. These are the key findings of a global survey, which reflects broad consensus across political affiliations, income levels and age groups.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Group Wants Nigerian President Stripped of INEC Appointments Power
[Premium Times] The group's recommendantion mirrors past instances where presidents have faced criticism for abusing their power to appoint INEC officials.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Ekiti Acting Chief Judge Pardons 25 Awaiting Trial Inmates
[Premium Times] The Acting Chief Judge of Ekiti State gave reasons for granting the pardon.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Namibia: Cholera Outbreak Declared in Opuwo
[New Era] Health minister Dr Esperance Luvindao officially declared cholera an outbreak in the Opuwo district of the Kunene region, for which six of the eight cases were reported to be from one household.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Zambian ex-president to be buried in South Africa after funeral row
Edgar Lungu's family has been engaged in a bitter dispute with the government over his funeral plans.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Namibia: Tales of the Legends - Farewell to Agile Gloves Man ...RIP - Isaac Lesley Basson 1960 - 2025
[New Era] He came, saw and conquered Namibian football pitches with pride and confidence. Retired Hungry Lions Football Club shot stopper, Doobra protΓ©gΓ© Isaac Basson, famously known as 'Ou Les' shortened for Lesley, was a beast between the sticks. Elder brother to the equally gifted goal poacher Justice Basson, the two brothers set the local football scene alight during their unbroken service and loyalty to the 'Brave...
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Africa: Open Textbook Reaches New Milestone
[UCT] In a powerful testament to the impact of open educational resources, Marketing to South African Consumers by Associate Professor James Lappeman has surpassed a remarkable 250 000 downloads. This milestone highlights the growing role of open textbooks in democratising access to knowledge in South Africa, where affordability and contextual relevance remain pressing challenges in higher education.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Ghana: Galamsey Gold Rush - Students Trade Classrooms for Risky Beach Mining
[Ghanaian Times] The peaceful coastal town of Brenu Akyinim, near Elmina in the Komenda-Edina- Eguafo-Abrem Municipality, has metamorphosed into a chaotic illegal mining scene with many children abandoning their education for galamsey.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Ghana: Producer Inflation Eases to 10.2 Percent in May
[Ghanaian Times] The country's year-on-year producer price inflation in May 2025 fell to 10.2 per cent from 18.5 per cent in April.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Janerose Omondi Appointed Acting CEO of Privatization Commission
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Janerose Omondi has been appointed acting executive director and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Privatization Commission, taking over from Dr. Joseph Koskey, who has completed his two terms in office.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Bwire - Why Kenya's War On the Press Is a War On Democracy
[Capital FM] Kenya's newsrooms are undergoing profound transformation -- both in professional practice and operating environments -- as recent public protests over governance have revealed. Tensions between the media, critics, and the government have escalated alarmingly, while access to credible information from public institutions has dwindled. This vacuum has allowed disinformation and manipulation to thrive.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Nyhontso Calls for Bold Action to Reverse Native Land Act Legacy
[SAnews.gov.za] Land Reform and Rural Development Minister, Mzwanele Nyhontso, has called for bold and decisive steps to reverse the legacy of the Native Land Act of 1913.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: Alarm Raised About Harare's 'Hidden Homes'
[263Chat] Presidential Affairs and Devolution Permanent Secretary Engineer Tafadzwa Muguti has highlighted the escalating housing crisis in the Harare metropolitan area during a national economic consultative forum.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Ford Territory a worthy contender in a crowded SUV segment
The spacious, luxurious interior stands out and, while the drive is very smooth, the sensitive calibration of the brakes and throttle can take some getting used to
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Motsoaledi's Big HIV Treatment Jump - Is It True?
[Bhekisisa] Last month, the health minister said that more than half a million previously diagnosed people with HIV have been started on treatment since the end of February. But can it really be, especially since the gap to getting 95% of people diagnosed with HIV on medication has been hovering around 1-million for the past five years? Critics say they're sceptical about the minister's figures -- and that the country...
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Ghana: Inferno in Tema!... Fire Consumes 500 Structures, Displaces 700
[Ghanaian Times] Over 500 wooden structures behind Ferro Fabrik Limited in the heavy industrial area were on Wednesday razed down by fire displacing about 700 people including children.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Malawi: 'Stop Playing God' - Police Slam Faith Leaders for Election Prophecies
[Nyasa Times] In a rare and pointed rebuke, Malawi Police have issued a stern warning to religious leaders: "Stop prophesying election outcomes--you're endangering lives."
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia: 37 Ethiopians Among Scores of Foreign Nationals At 'Imminent Risk' of Execution in Saudi Arabia - Rights Groups Report
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- At least 37 Ethiopian men are facing the death penalty in Saudi Arabia for drug-related offences, according to a joint statement by 31 civil society and human rights organizations, which raised alarm over what they described as an "imminent risk" of execution for hundreds of foreign nationals in the kingdom.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Africa: WHO Calls for Increased Awareness, Treatment to Reduce Africa's Sickle Cell Burden
[Premium Times] in 2021, 405,000 children in Africa were born with sickle cell disease, a 27 per cent rise from 2000
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Kenya's Kipyegon Takes Aim At Being First Woman to Break 4-Minute Mile Barrier
[New Times] Faith Kipyegon wants Paris to be her lucky place once again.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Zille shakes up Jozi mayoral race
The DA leaderβs interest in the position has sent political parties scrambling to find stronger candidates as the 2026 municipal elections loom
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Africa: African Refugees Bear the Brunt of Shifting Global Politics
[ISS] On World Refugee Day, displaced Africans face the worst conditions yet as conflict and disasters increase, aid plummets and borders tighten.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Africa: Africa Can Shape the Future of Tax - And It Must
[allAfrica] Logan Wort on how the African Tax Administration Forum ( ATAF) evolved from crisis response to strategic institution--and why Africa's tax future depends on scale, speed, and unity
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Police IG Responds to Bribery Allegations in Capitol Arson Case, Sparks Mixed Reactions As Public Demands Clarity
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Inspector General of Police, Colonel Gregory O.W. Coleman, has denied allegations that the Liberia National Police (LNP) or state prosecutors offered a bribe to Capitol arson suspect John Nyanti in exchange for testimony against former House Speaker J. Fonati Koffa and other lawmakers.
Published on: June 20, 2025 | Source: