May 17
Nigeria: Declare State of Emergency On Schools' Safety, Group Tells Govt
This Day
The Executive Director, Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC), Dr. Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi, yesterday, appealed to the federal government to declare a state of… Read more »
Nigeria: Emirates Resumes Flight to Nigeria October 1
This Day
Two years after it suspended operations to Nigeria, the Middle East Mega Carrier, Emirates Airlines has announced that it would resume flight services to Nigeria from October 1,… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda to Import Fuel Directly, Cutting Reliance On Kenyan Marketers
Business Day Africa
Uganda will now have the capacity to directly import fuel from producing nations, diminishing its reliance on Kenyan marketers, following a bilateral meeting in Nairobi. Read more »
Rwanda: Time Is Ripe for Africa's Economic Independence - Experts
New Times
African government leaders should convert their commitments into concrete actions and put their countries on the path to economic development, experts have said. Read more »
Egypt: Arish Airport Receives Planes From Pakistan, Russia Carrying Aid to Gaza
Egypt Online
El Arish International Airport has received two planes from Pakistan and Russia carrying humanitarian relief to the Gaza Strip. A source at the airport said on Friday 17/5/2024… Read more »
Somalia: Strengthening Bilateral Ties - PM Hamza Meets Kuwaiti Counterpart At Arab League Summit
Shabelle
In a significant diplomatic move, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre of Somalia met with his Kuwaiti counterpart, Ahmad Abdullah al-Ahmad al-Sabah, on the sidelines of the 33rd… Read more »
Nigeria: Old Reports of Israeli Bill Outlawing Christian Preaching Resurface in Nigeria
Africa Check
Old reports of Israeli bill outlawing Christian preaching resurface in Nigeria Read more »
Rwanda: Presidential Polls - Kagame Submits Candidature
New Times
President Paul Kagame has formally submitted his candidature as he seeks re-election in the upcoming polls due in July. Read more »
Zimbabwe: 'We Have to Put Bodies On the Floor' - Corpses Overwhelm Makumbe Hospital's 3-Body Mortuary Built Back in 1946
New Zimbabwe
Makumbe Hospital has pleaded with government to help with the construction of a new mortuary as they are forced to pile up and place bodies on the floor due to a serious space… Read more »
South Africa: Safeguarding the Future
SAnews.gov.za
As the country celebrates 30 years of freedom and democracy, the Department of Social Development will launch the country's Child Protection Week on Sunday, 19 May 2024. Read more »
Nigeria: Wale Edun - No Attempt to Illegally Use Pension Funds
This Day
*Says FG will be guided by rules*Organised labour warns against tampering with funds*FAAC shares N1.2tn from N2.192tn gross revenue*Naira slides to N1533/$1 at official market,… Read more »
Liberia: Urgent Call to Address Climate Risks in Liberia [opinion]
FrontPageAfrica
Liberia, like many other nations is facing a formidable challenge of climate change. With its vulnerable geography, limited resources, gradual increase in population, Liberia… Read more »
Uganda: Cancer Institute Clarifies On Treatment for Foreigners
Nile Post
The Uganda Cancer Institute has refuted allegations of running the public health facility on a discriminatory payment structure in which foreigners allegedly receive free treatment… Read more »
Uganda: Nabbanja to Mediate in Pader Leadership Wrangles
Nile Post
Having personally experienced the fight between the Pader District chairman Retired Colonel Fearless Obwoya and his RDC Milton Odong, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has summoned… Read more »
Uganda: Susan Amero - Amuria Woman MP Tired of 'Mess in Politics', Retiring
Nile Post
Amero cites 'messy politics' as reason for exit after three terms in office Read more »
Uganda: Breakthrough Cancer Treatment - Vmat, Imrt Revolutionalise Patient Care
Nile Post
In the ever-evolving landscape of cancer treatment, two innovative therapies are making waves: Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) and Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy… Read more »
Uganda: Tororo Contractor Arrested Over Delayed Govt Project
Nile Post
TOROR | The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU) has arrested a contractor over allegations of embezzlement of government fund and fraud. Read more »
Nigeria: Para Badminton - Bolaji, Chigozie Qualify for Paris 2024 Paralympics
Daily Trust
The duo of Mariam Eniola Bolaji and Jeremiah Chigozie has qualified for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games coming up from 28th August to 8th September. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Pilgrims Task Hajj Managers On Excellent Services
Daily Trust
As the 2024 Hajj approaches, Nigerian pilgrims have called on the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to provide exceptional services throughout the religious exercise. Read more »
Nigeria: Igoche Mark Hails Rivers Hoopers On Bal Playoff Ticket
Daily Trust
A one-time Nigeria Basketball Federation presidential candidate and initiator of the Mark D' Ball Basketball Championship, Mr. Igoche Mark, has congratulated Nigerian Champions,… Read more »
Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Pays for Lagos Pilgrims' Sacrificial Rams As Airlift Begins
Daily Trust
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved the payment of the sacrificial rams for the 1,875 intending pilgrims performing the 2024 Hajj from the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Risk Management Critical to Effective Tax Collection - Crmi
Daily Trust
The President of the Chartered Risk Management Institute of Nigeria (CRIM), Dr. Ezekiel Oseni has advised revenue collection agencies to take cognizance of risk management as it… Read more »
Nigeria: Explore Islamic Law to Resolve Conflicts, Don Urges Us, UN, Others
Daily Trust
A law professor at the University of Abuja, Ali Ahmad, has called on international actors to explore Islamic legal provisions for the resolution of the violent conflicts in… Read more »
Nigeria: NGO to Empower 4000 Women in 5th Annual Conference
Daily Trust
A non-governmental organisation, SheCan Nigeria, is set to empower 4000 women in the 5th edition of its annual She Can Do More conference. Read more »
Nigeria: Access Bank Upgrades Health Loan for Women
Daily Trust
Access Bank has added more healthcare covering on its women's health loan in a bid to improve the healthcare offerings related to women. Read more »