Libya’s central bank governor resigns without explanation/in /by
The governor of Libya's central bank, Naji Issa, has resigned without giving a reason, several reports said on Monday.
Nigeria: Refined Fuels Account for 47.5 Percent of UK Imports From Nigeria Amid Overall Trade Decline/in /by
[Leadership] The United Kingdom imported more refined petroleum products than crude oil from Nigeria in the year to March 2026, according to a new factsheet from the UK's Department for Business and Trade.
Zambia: Economy at the heart of the electoral battle [Africanews Today]/in /by
Three days before Zambia’s presidential election, the campaign is entering its decisive phase. Incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema is defending his economic record against his main rival, Brian Mundubile, as the cost of living emerges as voters’ top concern
Nigeria: Tinubu’s Subsidy Removal, Fx Reforms, Stabilising Nigeria’s Economy – Zacch Adedeji/in /by
[Premium Times] He said the reforms by the Tinubu administration were necessary because it inherited an economy burdened by an unsustainable fuel subsidy regime, an opaque foreign exchange market, an underperforming oil sector and a narrow tax base.
Tanzania opposition leader Tundu Lissu’s treason trial resumes/in /by
Chadema described the hearing as a critical test of Tanzania's commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and political freedoms, arguing the prosecution has been used to suppress legitimate opposition.
Israelis voice doubts over U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan/in /by
Hamas says it remains committed to the proposed roadmap and expects mediators and the United States to press Israel to move forward with the agreement.
Kinshasa skate festival aims to change perceptions of urban sports/in /by
As skateboarding continues to grow in popularity, organizers hope the festival will help establish urban sports as an important part of Congo's cultural and sporting future.
South Africa weather alert: snow, hail and icy roads disrupt travel/in /by
Heavy snow, hail, rain and icy conditions are causing major disruption across several provinces in South Africa, with a number of key roads closed. Motorists are being urged to drive with extreme caution.
Cameroon and Malawi reach the semifinals in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations/in /by
Cameroon shocked defending champion Nigeria and Malawi stunned Ghana to reach the semifinals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday and seal World Cup qualification.
Madagascar moves to reclaim colonial-era land in sovereignty push/in /by
Madagascar’s High Constitutional Court has validated a law allowing the state to reclaim land still registered in the names of foreign settlers from the colonial era, reviving a long-running land dispute while putting sovereignty and access to property ownership at the heart of the reform.