Morocco aiming to turn the north African kingdom into an aviation hub/in /by
“This industry is based on all the requirements needed by an investor in Morocco, mainly for the human resources required. Morocco is doing all it could to satisfy investors with their needs for qualified human resources.” Mohammed Abdeljalil, Moroccan Minister for Transport and Logistics
Burundi: The Talitha Koum centre breaking the taboo surrounding autism/in /by
Doctor says early diagnosis is essential in the management of autism as it enables a child to benefit from appropriate care which will improve their skills.
Nigeria: Pia – 9 Communities in S/South Not Benefiting From Dev’t Fund/in /by
[Daily Trust] The Accountability Lab (AL) Nigeria has stated that nine communities in Delta, Akwa Ibom and Rivers states need more attention regarding the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) and the Host Communities Development Trust (HCDT) Fund.
Nigeria: Despite Increased Derivation Fund, Oil Producing States Owe N1.6trn/in /by
[Daily Trust] The nine major oil producing states of Delta, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Bayelsa, Edo, Ondo, Imo, Abia and Anambra are owing N1.56 trillion, Daily Trust's investigation has shown.
Kenya bans use of plastic bags for organic waste/in /by
The National Environment Management Authority says organic waste will have to be segregated and placed in 100 per cent biodegradable garbage bags.
Nigeria: Again, Dangote Refinery Announces Reduction in Price of Diesel, Aviation Fuel/in /by
[Premium Times] This development comes a week after the company announced a reduction in the price of diesel from N1,200 to N1,000 per litre
At least 16 dead in latest migrant boat tragedy off the coast of Djibouti/in /by
The International Organization for Migration says 77 people, including children, were on board.
Chinese supermarket in Abuja shut for allegedly barring Nigerians/in /by
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) summoned the supermarket's owner for investigation following widespread social media outcry.
More rain forecast for Kenya as flooding wreaks havoc/in /by
It's estimated that over 100,000 people have been impacted by the above-average March to May rains.
Nigeria seeking $2.25 billion in World Bank loans/in /by
Nigeria has said it is seeking up to 2.25 billion dollars in World Bank loans, in a statement by Finance Minister Wale Edun.