A parliamentary committee has raised the alarm over the increasing use of gangs in Kenyan politics ahead of the 2027 elections, warning that the trend poses a significant threat to national security. Across the country, reports have emerged of hired youth groups disrupting public meetings, intimidating political opponents, and clashing with law enforcement. “If anyone […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Roelf Meyer to be the country’s next ambassador to the United States. The post had been vacant since 2025. His appointment follows the expulsion of former ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, who was declared persona non grata in 2025 after the remarks he made during a webinar on US politics. Tensions escalated […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah delivered the State of the Nation Address (SONA), detailing a massive roadmap to revitalize the economy through strategic investment, energy security, and agricultural expansion. She also highlighted key domestic priorities, including the rollout of fully subsidised tertiary education for eligible students, backed by expanded financial aid access. The president urged swift passage […]
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced Ghana as the inaugural beneficiary of France’s National Health Platform. The comprehensive digital framework is designed to establish secure, patient-centric health records, facilitate inter-professional messaging, and expand telemedicine infrastructure. The announcement was made during a bilateral meeting in Paris with Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama. The high-level engagement followed […]
The nation stands on the brink of a pivotal election following a vibrant and closely watched presidential campaign. The cycle culminated in a final rally at the Hassan Gouled Stadium, where tens of thousands of supporters gathered to hear from the candidates. Addressing the crowd, incumbent President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh expressed confidence in securing another […]
The Zimbabwean central bank has announced that all is in place to distribute the new ZWG notes. In an official statement, the bank said financial institutions have finalized the necessary logistics and operational modalities to ensure a “seamless” transition. Central Bank Governor John Mushayavanhu said the “Big Five” series has already been rolled out nationwide […]
President Paul Kagame has warned against the dangers of genocide denial and historical distortion, stressing that the facts of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi are well-documented and cannot be erased. He rejected claims that the genocide was spontaneous. Kagame said the facts of the genocide have been established by international courts and the extensive […]
The Ugandan government has announced visa waivers for visitors traveling to the country during the 2027 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Uganda will co-host the tournament with Kenya and Tanzania between June 19-July 18, 2027. The announcement was made Tuesday by Dennis K. Mugimba, Uganda’s AFCON chairperson, during a press conference at the Uganda […]
South Africans will pay less for fuel after the government cut the fuel tax by R3.00 a litre for both petrol and diesel. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana shared the news at the South Africa Investment Conference in Johannesburg on Tuesday. He said the government wants to help people who are struggling to pay for fuel […]
Senegal has enacted a new law that doubles prison sentences for same-sex relations and extends penalties to those accused of promoting homosexuality. The move has drawn strong international criticism while reflecting broad political support at home. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye signed the law after it was published in the official journal on Tuesday, finalising legislation […]
