Niger Enforces Plastic Bag Ban as Niamey Steps Up Fight Against Pollution
Authorities in Niger’s capital, Niamey, have intensified efforts to combat plastic pollution by giving supermarkets and retailers six months to…
Lesotho Launches National Accountability Summit Inspired by Rwanda’s Umushyikirano Model
Lesotho has launched its 2026 National Accountability Summit, a three-day forum aimed at strengthening governance, improving public service delivery, and…
Nigeria to Seek Compensation for Citizens Affected by Anti-Migrant Unrest in South Africa
Nigeria says it will seek compensation from South Africa for citizens who have been forced to abandon businesses and property…
Amnesty International Accuses Sudan’s RSF of Crimes Against Humanity in New Darfur Report
A new report by Amnesty International has accused Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of committing crimes against humanity and…
Ghana’s Capital Battles Deadly Floods After Hours of Torrential Rain
At least three people have died after torrential rains triggered severe flooding across Ghana’s capital, Accra, inundating homes, cutting off…
South Africa Urges Calm Ahead of Immigration Protests as Foreign Governments Repatriate Citizens
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged calm and respect for the rule of law ahead of planned nationwide protests on 30…
Nigeria Faces Shortage of 122,696 Primary Healthcare Workers
The government seeks N4.55 billion to address the critical healthcare worker deficit across 26 states. Nigeria’s Federal Government says it…
Zimbabwe Senate Approves Constitutional Changes Extending Mnangagwa’s Rule to 2030
Zimbabwe’s Senate has approved a constitutional amendment bill that could allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in office until 2030,…
Africa Launches Continental Biotechnology Database to Improve Access to Biosafety Information
Africa has taken a significant step toward improving access to biotechnology and biosafety information with the launch of a new…
South Sudan Sets December Date for Long-Delayed First General Election Amid Political and Funding Challenges
South Sudan’s authorities have announced that the country’s long-awaited first general election will be held in December, although major political…
