Kenya: Ruto nominates allies of opposition leader Odinga to cabinet/in /by
The four politicians were part of a batch of 10 nominees. They are close allies of the Orange Democratic Movement leader.
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Imbroglio – A Cause for Concern/in /by
[Daily Trust] Amid the current challenging times, a wave of controversy has engulfed Nigerians due to the ongoing Dangote Refinery imbroglio. This situation has raised significant concerns and sparked a sense of unease within the populace. The prevailing confusion and distress underscore the critical need for a cautious and reflective approach. It is imperative that the government takes proactive steps to foster a conducive environment that encourages local investors. The establishment of robust regulatory frameworks
Gambia: Nams to Investigate Illegal Importation of Petroleum Products Valued At U.S.$ 30m/in /by
[Foroyaa] The National Assembly Members (NAMs) Monday (22nd July 2024) voted to establish a parliamentary inquiry committee tasked with investigating illegal importation of petroleum products in The Gambia valued at US $30M .
UN report says around 733 million people globally faced hunger in 2023/in /by
Hunger affected one out of every eleven people in the world and one out of five in Africa, with the number rising on that continent.
A twice-yearly injection offers 100% protection against HIV in trial of young women/in /by
The drug company says it is waiting for results of testing in men before seeking permission to use it to protect against infection.
US elections: Congressional Black Caucus endorses Kamala Harris/in /by
US Vice President Kamala Harris received the full support from leaders of the Congressional Black Caucus Political Action Committee on Tuesday to enter the race for the White House.
Sudan: Paramilitary leader says he will attend ceasefire talks in Switzerland/in /by
The Sudanese army has not yet decided if it will send a delegation to the talks arranged by the United States and Saudi Arabia.
Nigeria: FG Moves to End Dangote, Nmdpra Rift, Meets Major Industry Stakeholders/in /by
[This Day] ·Akpabio: We'll probe, identify and hold saboteurs in petroleum sector accountable
Airbus and Boeing show off their latest tech at Farnborough Air Show/in /by
On the first day of the Farnborough International Airshow 2024, European plane-maker Airbus showed off its newest passenger jet.
Nigeria: ‘Dangote’s Move to Be Sole Importer of Fuel Not Anti-Competitive’ – AfDB/in /by
[Accra Times] The president of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, has said the push by the president of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, to be the sole 'importer' of fuel in the country is not anti-competitive.