Tanzania opposition rejects commission report into election violence/in /by
The report's finding that at least 518 people were killed during last October's protests is at odds with a tally by opposition and religious groups.
Ghana: Ghana’s Fuel Payment Strategy Works for Now – How to Fix Longer Term Problems/in /by
[The Conversation Africa] Ghana introduced a new payment arrangement for petroleum imports in 2023, using gold instead of scarce US dollars. The policy was designed to ease pressure on the cedi by reducing the need for upfront dollar purchases to settle fuel import bills.
Kenya court overturns landmark abortion rights ruling/in /by
A Kenyan appeals court has overturned a landmark ruling that access to abortion is a fundamental right. In Kenya, where abortion is legal but widely taboo, the decision could push more women and girls toward unsafe, backstreet procedures. Still, some say the court made the right call.
Uganda: Oil Companies Deny Govt Claims of Fuel Hoarding, Hiking Prices/in /by
[Nile Post] Ugandan oil marketing companies have dismissed claims by government that they are involved in fuel hoarding and charging exorbitant prices to take advantage of the current situation.
Incumbent Ndayishmiye nominated as candidate for Burundi’s 2027 presidential election/in /by
Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye has been nominated to stand as his party’s candidate in next year’s presidential election.
Mali confirms death of defence minister in attack in Kati/in /by
Mali's ruling military junta has announced two days of national mourning after coordinated attacks killed the country’s defense minister and reportedly left a key northern town in rebel hands.
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery’s Jet Fuel Export Surges 770% in 2 Years Amid Rising Global Demand/in /by
[This Day] NNPC lists achievements, says crude oil trading raised to 5-year high
Mali defence chief killed as key town reportedly falls to separatists/in /by
Mali's ruling military junta has announced two days of national mourning after coordinated attacks killed the country’s defense minister and reportedly left a key northern town in rebel hands.
‘Green coal’ offers Chad a cleaner and cheaper alternative to coal and wood/in /by
In Chad, consumers are using 'green coal' as a cheaper and cleaner alternative to wood and coal.
Nigeria: Brent Hits $105.7 On Fifth Day of Gains As Supply Fears Persist – WtTIDips to $94.7/in /by
[Leadership] Brent crude futures traded around $105.7 per barrel on Friday, officials and market analysts reported, marking a fifth straight session of gains and bringing the weekly advance to roughly 17 per cent as supply concerns remained elevated.