Ugandan group campaigns against domestic violence in rural districts/in /by
A non-profit group in rural Uganda is highlighting the issue of domestic violence through education and conflict resolution.
Niger: Economic hardship and insecurity persist a year after coup/in /by
Restoring security and easing an economic crisis are the two key reasons given by Niger's generals for overthrowing President Mohamed Bazoum last July. Those challenges have not only persisted, they've worsened
Morocco fans storm pitch against Argentina as Olympic soccer kicks off/in /by
The match in Saint-Etienne, which had to be suspended for nearly two hours when furious Morocco fans ran on to the pitch and threw bottles from the stands to protest a late goal by Argentina in the 16th minute of added time
Thousands demonstrate in Washington against Netanyahu visit/in /by
Benjamin Netanyahu address to a joint session of the US Congress on Wednesday was boycotted by dozens of Democratic lawmakers.
FBI director testifies at hearing on Trump assassination attempt/in /by
Christopher Wray said the agency will "work tirelessly to get to the bottom of what happened".
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.