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- AllAfricaseen 15 Aug, 21:38description edited
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Executive SummaryAfrica's industrialisation challenge is not primarily a shortage of ideas, policy intent, or entrepreneurial energy, but a constraint in financial architecture and capital deployment. The continent's ability to build factories, infrastructure, and value-added industries is limited by the cost, structure, and accessibility of long-term finance. Until capital markets are deepened and better aligned with industrial timelines, Africa's development ambitions will remain difficult to realise at...
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Seit Monaten gibt es in Südafrika fremdenfeindliche Proteste - auch während des Gipfels des regionalen Staatengemeinschaft SADC. Für das Ansehen bei den Nachbarn sind sie ein massives Problem. Von Stephan Ueberbach.Seit Monaten gibt es in Südafrika fremdenfeindliche Proteste - auch während des Gipfels der regionalen Staatengemeinschaft SADC. Für das Ansehen bei den Nachbarn sind sie ein massives Problem. Von Stephan Ueberbach.
- businessday.co.zaseen 19 Aug, 04:34headline rewritten
Government taps state-owned land to speed up renewable energy rolloutState land could unlock faster renewable energy projects - DW Top Storiesseen 22 Aug, 12:11URL changed
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- businessday.co.zaseen 23 Aug, 05:31headline rewritten
EDITORIAL | Jury out on whether Ramokgopa can push through electricity pricing reformsEDITORIAL | Can the minister push through power pricing reform? - businessday.co.zaseen 23 Aug, 05:31headline rewritten
Renewable investment tops R400bn as grid bottlenecks threaten rolloutR400bn in renewable projects is ready to go — the grid is not - AllAfricaseen 26 Aug, 09:03headline rewritten
Africa: African Agriculture Offers Key Pathway to Economic Development and JobAfrica: African Agriculture Offers Key Pathway to Economic Development and Jobs - nyasatimes.comseen 3 Sept, 17:28headline rewritten
Smear campaign fails to tie Mwanamveka, Mbeta to Amaryllis saga”Smear campaign fails to tie Mwanamveka, Mbeta to Amaryllis saga - South China Morning Postseen 7 Sept, 13:30description edited
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Cost appears to be a deciding factor for most African countries when it comes to energy as they observe the factors that influence US and Chinese policy decisions. In a sign of the contrasting energy strategies pursued by Washington and Beijing, US President Donald Trump says “drill, baby, drill” while China drives a leap towards renewable energy. With China’s advances in solar generation and battery technologies making acquisitions cheaper, a consensus is coalescing across the continent...In the US, the push is on to “drill, baby, drill”. In China, the national strategy is to “walk towards the light”. Two energy behemoths, two contrasting approaches to energy. For African countries working out which way to go, the deciding factor is cost and, with China’s advances in solar generation and battery technologies making acquisitions cheaper, a consensus is coalescing across the continent around renewables. “Africa’s solar revolution is here,” said Sonia Dunlop, CEO of the Global...
- ghanamma.comseen 10 Sept, 05:55article removed
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UNFPA Regional Director Calls for Stronger Health Investment - abcnews.comseen 10 Sept, 05:57article removed
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Africa wants more homegrown solar to boost self-reliance, but China's shadow remains - timeslive.co.zaseen 11 Sept, 04:37headline rewritten
WATCH LIVE | Interministerial committee briefs media on migrationRECORDED | Interministerial committee briefs media on migration - riotimesonline.comseen 14 Sept, 02:12headline rewritten
Namibia Secures US.6 Million for Green Fertiliser ProjectNamibia Secures US$3.6 Million for Green Fertiliser Project - punchng.comseen 14 Sept, 06:36description edited
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Nigeria's power minister is in China to secure investment for key Nigeria power projects, aiming to accelerate infrastructure delivery and boost capacity.The Federal Government is engaging Chinese firms to fast-track Nigeria power projects and attract investment across the electricity value chain. Read more.
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7 policemen accused of extorting money from 'Diplomat' interdicted, they allegedly compelled him to withdraw money from ATM for themSeven police personnel, who were part of a patrol team and allegedly demanded money from their victim and compelled him to go to an ATM (automated teller machine) to withdraw money for them, have been named and interdicted by the Police Administration.
- AllAfricaseen 22 Sept, 09:56headline rewritten
The US-China Rivalry Is Gradually Shaping Pan-African Mining DynamicsHow the UAE has become an instrumental mining player in Africa - The Guardian Worldseen 24 Sept, 07:55description edited
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Accra Reset’s report states countries in the region and global south should take greater control of their health development after USAID debacle The United States’ withdrawal from key aid programs has put has put healthcare in Africa and the Global South “under growing strain” a new report warns. The report says the Trump administration’s cuts to programs such as US Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Covid-19 pandemic and rising costs of living globally have brought...Accra Reset’s report states countries in the region and global south should take greater control of their health development after USAID debacle The United States’ withdrawal from key aid programs has put healthcare in Africa and the Global South “under growing strain” a new report warns. The report says the Trump administration’s cuts to programs such as US Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Covid-19 pandemic and rising costs of living globally have brought “new...
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Accra Reset’s report states countries in the region and global south should take greater control of their health development after USAID debacle The United States’ withdrawal from key aid programs has put healthcare in Africa and the Global South “under growing strain” a new report warns. The report says the Trump administration’s cuts to programs such as US Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Covid-19 pandemic and rising costs of living globally have brought “new...Accra Reset’s report states countries in the region and global south should take greater control of their health development after USAID debacle The United States’ withdrawal from key aid programs has put healthcare in Africa and the global south “under growing strain” a new report warns. The report says the Trump administration’s cuts to programs such as US Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Covid-19 pandemic and rising costs of living globally have brought “new...
- nyasatimes.comseen 28 Sept, 16:10headline rewritten
Minister Ben Phiri touts China’s economic playbook as blueprint for Malawi’s industrial futureMinister Ben Phiri touts China’s economic playbook as blueprint for Malawi’s industrial future - sowetan.co.zaseen 29 Sept, 05:38headline rewritten
BONGANI TEMBE | Heritage is not a museum: it must be heard, lived and carried forwardBONGANI TEMBE | Heritage is not static: it must be heard, lived and carried forward - nyasatimes.comseen 1 Oct, 00:58headline rewritten
Private school teachers urged to work harder as Prisam boss links effort to better pay and pupil resultsPrivate school teachers urged to work harder as Prisam boss links effort to better pay and pupil results - nyasatimes.comseen 1 Oct, 20:17headline rewritten
Smear campaign fails to tie Mwanamveka, Mbeta to Amaryllis sagaSmear campaign fails to tie Mwanamveka, Mbeta to Amaryllis saga - nyasatimes.comseen 3 Oct, 15:23headline rewritten
Lilongwe City Council unveils K300 million road rehabilitation blitz across all 12 constituenciesLilongwe City Council unveils K300 million road rehabilitation blitz across all 12 constituencies - abcnews.comseen 5 Oct, 19:07article removed
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US phases out $45M annual support for Namibia HIV program - nyasatimes.comseen 7 Oct, 11:33headline rewritten
Standard Bank launches bold new drive to empower Malawi’s youthStandard Bank launches bold new drive to empower Malawi’s youth - nyasatimes.comseen 7 Oct, 11:37headline rewritten
Blantyre Water Board paid law firm K62 million ‘for doing NOTHING’ — payout disguised as SALARYBlantyre Water Board paid law firm K62 million ‘for doing NOTHING’ — payout disguised as SALARY - timeslive.co.zaseen 8 Oct, 00:21description edited
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The ANC has come out all guns blazing against the Electoral Commission of South Africa, arguing in the Constitutional Court that the commission’s software for submitting candidate lists should not be allowed to trump electoral lawsParty asks apex court to order that candidates can register for polls, saying voters will be disenfranchised otherwise
- AllAfricaseen 8 Oct, 10:39headline rewritten
Zambia: Zambia Finalises U.S.$1.5 Bln Us Health Funding Deal As Zimbabwe Rejects TermsZambia: Zambia Finalises U.S.$1.5 Billion U.S. Health Funding Deal As Zimbabwe Rejects Terms - punchng.comseen 9 Oct, 10:35description edited
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An organisation, The Pivot, is set to hold a conference in Awka to drive digital and economic transformation in the South-East region of Nigeria.Organisers of the Pivot Conference 4.0 say the South-East region needs digital transformation to drive economic growth and connect people to opportunities.
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South Africa has withdrawn an asylum directive that sparked widespread protests in the country.South Africa has withdrawn a controversial asylum directive after anti-migrant protests descended into violence and chaos on Thursday.
- dailymaverick.co.zaseen 13 Oct, 06:51headline rewritten
Cops on a hot tin roof: how scandals pummel SAPS’ plansCops on a hot tin roof: how scandals pummel SAPS’s plans - nyasatimes.comseen 14 Oct, 22:32headline rewritten
‘It’s a lie’ — Mpinganjira slams fake reports he’s quit as Wanderers chief‘It’s a lie’ — Mpinganjira slams fake reports he’s quit as Wanderers chief - graphic.com.ghseen 17 Oct, 06:26headline rewritten
7 policemen accused of extorting money from 'Diplomat' interdicted, they allegedly compelled him to withdraw money from ATM for them7 police personnel accused of extorting money from 'Diplomat' interdicted, they allegedly compelled him to withdraw money from ATM for them - channelafrica.co.zaseen 17 Oct, 06:27URL changed
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The past year was a true test for anyone defending a digital future that serves social, gender and environmental justice. In a year marked by severe global funding cuts and the increasing use of technology in ways that harm marginalised communities and the planet, our latest annual report, which has just been released, reveals how our network is actively shaping technology for the common good.In a five-part series, throughout the month of October, we will be republishing the experiences gathered for the report’s impact section. A key area where APC built a common agenda involved better articulating the different kinds of community-centred connectivity initiatives that operate in the Global South, and shifting the understanding of their funding needs.
- techcabal.comseen 24 Oct, 04:12headline rewritten
Acumen invests $5M in Sun King Zambia to expand solar accessAcumen backs Sun King with $5 million to expand solar access in Zambia - thezimbabwean.coseen 25 Oct, 13:07URL changed
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- timeslive.co.zaseen 27 Oct, 23:20headline rewritten
WATCH LIVE | ANC heads to ConCourt in bid to put 181 candidates on ballotWATCH | ANC heads to ConCourt in bid to put 181 candidates on ballot - thezimbabwean.coseen 28 Oct, 17:31URL changed
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Tue, 4 August 2026
1 report- newvision.co.ug16:26first to report
“I am here to urge faith leaders to balance prayer with practical action, championing economic initiatives, and preserving freedom of worship. Utilise the idle land at your churches and mosques to improve your livelihoods," Seku said before rallying the religious leaders to preach messages that empower people to fight poverty.
Wed, 5 August 2026
3 reports- AllAfrica10:49
[GroundUp] The group living in a community hall in Cape Town have been resettled
- AllAfrica14:43
[GroundUp] "Immediately after we clean, people dump again"
- miragenews.com16:15
The Department of State, in close coordination with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and in partnership with the governments
Thu, 6 August 2026
6 reports- mwnation.com03:22
The Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI) says businesses should brace for prolonged inflationary pressures as global energy volatility and supply disruptions persist, warning that Malawi’s recent inflation slowdown may not ease operating costs in the near-term. In its recent inflation bulletin, MCCCI has urged firms to continue planning for higher operating …
- mwnation.com03:25
The Malawi Government opened the 2026/27 financial year that started on April 1 with a K106.5 billion fiscal deficit, almost two-thirds lower than the K300.0 billion recorded during the corresponding period last year. However, economists have cautioned that the improvement may reflect spending restraint rather than a lasting strengthening of public finances. Latest figures contained …
- AllAfrica06:01
[Nyasa Times] President Peter Mutharika has hit out at those he claims are angling for his job, insisting he has no plans to step aside before 2030 - as he boarded a flight to South Africa for yet another unexplained 'private visit'.
- AllAfrica06:02
[Nyasa Times] President Peter Mutharika has jetted off to South Africa yet again -- his fourth "private visit" in barely seven months -- fuelling fresh speculation about what exactly is so private when the traveller is the Head of State.
- allafrica.com14:46
Vice President Jessica Alupo has reaffirmed the government's commitment to combating corruption, particularly within local governments, saying the vice continues to undermine service delivery and slow Uganda's socio-economic transformation.
- allafrica.com19:21
Vice President Jessica Alupo has warned ministers spearheading the government's anti-corruption campaign against publicly humiliating local government officials during inspection exercises, saying accountability must not come at the expense of constitutional protections and fair legal processes.
Fri, 7 August 2026
5 reports- politicsweb.co.za00:30
- dailymaverick.co.za00:47
KwaZulu‑Natal commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s allegations find support as the Madlanga Commission refers Shadrack Sibiya for criminal investigation and possible SAPS disciplinary action.…
- AllAfrica15:07
[SAnews.gov.za] Team South Africa has completed a mission to China aimed at unlocking critical investment for South Africa's energy infrastructure and strengthening cooperation with Chinese industrial players.
- english.news.cn17:45Interview: South Africa eyes deeper energy partnership with China amid power expansion, says analyst
Interview: South Africa eyes deeper energy partnership with China amid power expansion, says analyst-
- english.news.cn17:45Interview: South Africa eyes deeper energy partnership with China amid power expansion, says analyst
Interview: South Africa eyes deeper energy partnership with China amid power expansion, says analyst-
Sat, 8 August 2026
3 reports- abcnews.com06:12removed by the outlet
Africa wants more homegrown solar to boost self-reliance, but China's shadow remainsAfrica's largest economies are ramping up efforts to develop their domestic solar manufacturing capacity
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- yahoo.com8 Aug, 06:12their copy
- sitkasentinel.com8 Aug, 06:12their copy
- winnipegfreepress.com06:16
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Africa’s largest economies are accelerating plans to build more domestic solar manufacturing capacity, a shift industry analysts say reflects both industrial ambition and growing unease over dependence on imports from China that dominate the global market.
- AllAfrica18:14edited after publishing
Africa's industrialisation challenge is not primarily a shortage of ideas, policy intent, or entrepreneurial energy, but a constraint in financial architecture and capital deployment. The continent's ability to build factories, infrastructure, and value-added industries is limited by the cost, structure, and accessibility of long-term finance. Until capital markets are deepened and better aligned with industrial timelines, Africa's development ambitions will remain difficult to realise at...
Mon, 10 August 2026
8 reports- AllAfrica04:34
[The Conversation Africa] The prolonged disruption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has exposed how vulnerable Africa's economies are to geopolitical shocks. Fuel prices have remained elevated, squeezing economies that depend heavily on petroleum imports from the Middle East. These include Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania and Uganda.
- AllAfrica04:37
[The Conversation Africa] Private investment in clean energy projects is growing: in sub-Saharan Africa, it's approaching US$40 billion a year. These "green transition" investments in solar and wind power are meant to benefit the environment and develop the communities where they are based.
- AllAfrica04:45
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Tanzanian government has stepped up efforts to ensure that a larger share of cargo handled through Tanzania ports is transported by rail, in a move aimed at improving efficiency and reducing transportation costs.
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[Nyasa Times] A leading Malawian fuel importer has blown the whistle on a shocking scam after personally uncovering an attempt by a South Africa-based Indian fuel trader to forge his licence in a bid to illegally import fuel into the country.
- AllAfrica10:35
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- FOR decades, Tanzania's development story has largely been told through visible symbols of progress -- new roads connecting communities, railways linking markets, expanded ports handling growing trade volumes and power projects energising industries.
- AllAfrica11:36
[Namibian] The date is set and submissions are open for the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs).
- AllAfrica16:28
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- Tanzania is rapidly positioning itself as one of East Africa's emerging healthcare investment destinations, with hospitals and healthcare providers increasing spending on medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, laboratory technologies and digital healthcare solutions as demand for quality healthcare services continues to rise.
Tue, 11 August 2026
8 reports- ghanamma.com02:59removed by the outlet
UNFPA Regional Director Calls for Stronger Health Investment - AllAfrica06:03
[GroundUp] Traders with documents and permits chased away, leaving Bellville bus terminus market almost empty
- AllAfrica10:32
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE government is reshaping its investment laws around artificial intelligence and the digital economy, seeking to attract technology-driven businesses and strengthen its position as a competitive destination for global investors.
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- allafrica.com11:30
South Africa's March and March anti-migrant movement, which demanded all undocumented migrants leave by June 30, continues to disrupt the country's economy. In Bellville, Cape Town, dozens of documented traders have abandoned a once-bustling market after harassment, leaving stalls empty despite holding valid permits. More broadly, Somali- and Ethiopian-owned spaza shops and cross-border trading hubs like Johannesburg's Jeppe Street were looted, torched or shuttered, threatening roughly three...
- namibtimes.net13:55
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has called for greater transparency and tighter oversight of Namibia’s fisheries sector, warning that weak controls and
- namibtimes.net14:18
Fisheries and Marine Resources Minister Inge Zaamwani has pledged stronger controls, greater transparency and zero tolerance for corruption in the management
- dailymaverick.co.za21:36
Sidelined police minister Senzo Mchunu has been accused of being a part of efforts to derail criminal investigations into cartels that had infiltrated the criminal justice system. There’s no smoking g…
Wed, 12 August 2026
9 reports- punchng.com03:48
Nigeria aims to expand local cloud capacity to reduce digital service costs, limit capital outflows, and create jobs, boosting its digital economy.
- cbn.co.za04:12
- AllAfrica10:03
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE government plans to review more than 1,000 laws to create a regulatory framework capable of supporting artificial intelligence, digital commerce and technologydriven investment as it seeks to make Tanzania's economy more competitive.
- AllAfrica10:04
[Nyasa Times] South Africa has sparked a diplomatic storm after formally demanding that Malawi, Nigeria and Ethiopia reimburse part of the R292 million (about K29 billion) it has spent this year deporting undocumented migrants -- with Malawians making up the largest share of those removed.
- AllAfrica10:48
[GroundUp] We contacted 12 schools and not one of them is still running the programme
- allafrica.com10:49
Student leaders from across Malawi's public universities have formed an unprecedented unified coalition to negotiate directly with government over proposed hikes to higher education tuition fees, as resistance mounts nationwide against the controversial policy.
- AllAfrica10:55
[Daily News] Dodoma -- Talk of agriculture in many rural communities, a seed is more than something planted in the soil. It can represent food, income, family health and the future of farming. For women, however, access to resources and opportunities has often been shaped by social and economic barriers that limit their participation in decisions affecting their families and communities.
- South China Morning Post14:00
For decades, resource-rich African nations operated on a straightforward pit-to-ship model whereby foreign operators extracted raw ore, loaded it onto cargo ships and exported it abroad, leaving producer countries with little to show for it. Today, nations such as Zimbabwe, Namibia, Mozambique, Ghana and Guinea are dismantling that system – by banning exports of raw materials and enforcing local processing rules. These measures force international mining firms, including Chinese companies, to...
- AllAfrica16:48
[Horn Diplomat] Bangui (Horndiplomat) -- Abu Dhabi-based Global South Utilities (GSU) has inaugurated a 50-megawatt solar power plant in the Central African Republic, a project the company says is the largest infrastructure development in the country's history and will increase national electricity generation capacity by more than 60%.
Thu, 13 August 2026
9 reports- thesun.ng01:57
Africa’s digital infrastructure gap and the urgent need for increased investment in cloud, artificial intelligence (AI), data centres, connectivity and digital services will take centre stage at the third edition of Hyperscalers Convergence Africa (HCA) 2026, scheduled to hold in September.
- malawi24.com05:04
Government has hiked water tariffs
- riotimesonline.com05:52
Tanzania investment laws are being revised to court technology, AI and digital payments capital, with faster approvals, clearer rules and a new SEZ body.
- AllAfrica07:40
[The Conversation Africa] In 2024, 25.1 million Africans were living in other countries on the continent. Labour migration has long been a defining feature of Africa's economic landscape.
- AllAfrica10:00
[Independent (Kampala)] Tanzania has set its sights on becoming a $1 trillion, upper-middle-income economy by mid-century. Under a long-term plan known as Vision 2050, the country is seeking to grow the size of its economy tenfold from current levels and to increase GDP per capita to $7,000 from $1,318.
- AllAfrica10:03
[GroundUp] Residents have to buy water privately
- AllAfrica10:03
[GroundUp] And SAPS is paying nearly R40-million a month to rent premises in the city centre
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The US-China Rivalry Is Gradually Shaping Pan-African Mining DynamicsThe US-China Rivalry Is Gradually Shaping Pan-African Mining Dynamics
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[GroundUp] Film industry coalition reaches agreement with trade and industry department to start clearing funding application backlog
Fri, 14 August 2026
6 reports- AllAfrica07:34
[The Conversation Africa] For centuries, useful metals have been developed by starting with one core element and adding small amounts of other elements. Steel, for example, is composed primarily of iron; carbon is added in varied amounts to produce different grades of steel. Bronze is made up of copper and tin. These mixtures are known as alloys.
- AllAfrica09:22
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's long-running Kabaza crisis has exploded into fresh confrontation, with police, councils and Kabaza associations rolling out tough new enforcement measures -- and riders responding with roadblocks, protests and fury.
- AllAfrica09:26
[Nyasa Times] A senior Malawi Police commissioner has been forced into retirement after being found guilty of sexually exploiting dozens of female officers under his command, sparking outrage from human rights campaigners who say the punishment falls dangerously short of justice.
- AllAfrica10:06
[GroundUp] Ngcobo shut down for fourth day as residents call for removal of municipal manager
- AllAfrica15:33
[GroundUp] Poor management has caused frequent, prolonged water outages and left many families dependent on water tankers
- Anadolu Agency (AA)19:37
'We cannot preach integration at summits and practice exclusion in the streets of our countries,' says Ramaphosa
Sun, 16 August 2026
2 reports- mwnation.com05:01
For Alice Dickson of Mtandire Township in Lilongwe, the rising cost of water has forced her family to abandon kiosks and rely on a nearby unprotected well despite the risk of cholera and other waterborne diseases. Her struggle reflects the plight of millions of Malawians still without safe water and sanitation, as government admits it …
- AllAfrica15:37
[The Conversation Africa] Every electric vehicle, smartphone and laptop battery begins with one essential ingredient: lithium.
Mon, 17 August 2026
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Government taps state-owned land to speed up renewable energy rolloutState-led land procurement aims to ease grid congestion and boost investor confidence
- AllAfrica03:27
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's Deputy Inspector General of Police, Noel Kayira, has vowed to ramp up security across the country -- including a dramatic crackdown in Blantyre -- declaring that residents should no longer have to walk the streets in fear.
- AllAfrica06:40
[GroundUp] SWEAT and Asijiki Coalition welcome some progress made by government
- thecitizen.co.tz07:26
By strengthening local content, Tanzania is demonstrating how African mining jurisdictions should move beyond extracting minerals to building domestic enterprises, jobs, professional capabilities...
- thecitizen.co.tz08:25
Research and development, science, technology and innovation, digital technologies, energy, and transport and connectivity have been identified as five critical pillars through which Tanzania can...
- AllAfrica08:51
[Scrolla] March and March will picket Monday's SADC summit in Durban under the theme "it's time to fetch your people," targeting undocumented migrants. President Cyril Ramaphosa has told South Africans to feel "ashamed" of discrimination and violence against people from other African countries.
- thecitizen.co.tz09:46
The government plans to deepen collaboration with private colleges and universities to strengthen science education and increase the number of engineers and other professionals needed to support...
- allafrica.com10:13
MOBILE money is becoming an increasingly important part of Tanzania's economic plumbing, with mobile-payment transactions jumping 28.3 per cent to 255.1tri/- in 2025 as digital payments spread.
- allafrica.com10:14
TANZANIA is becoming more digital every day. From mobile phones and mobile money to internet banking, social media, online government services and digital businesses, communications technology is increasingly becoming part of our daily lives.
- AllAfrica10:15
[allAfrica] Only an integrated approach to value addition will elevate African economies, create new jobs and leapfrog development stages.
- AllAfrica10:24
[allAfrica] Africa has no shortage of industrial ambition. What it lacks is the financial machinery to turn ambition into factories.
- AllAfrica11:38
[AIM] Durban -- The professor and political analyst Sipho Seepe argues that South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's "conciliatory posture" exposes the country's declining geopolitical influence among the 16 member-states of the Southern African Development Community (SADC).
- AllAfrica11:39
[AIM] Durban -- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa apologized to his Mozambican counterpart, Daniel Chapo, for the recent violence perpetrated by South African citizens against African foreigners, including Mozambicans.
- thecitizen.co.tz13:07
Tanzania’s goal of halving national poverty hinges on transforming agriculture, which must grow by eight to 10 percent annually.
- punchng.com15:27
South Africa's anti-immigration group, March and March, issues a fresh September 30 deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave, sparking xenophobia conc
- UN Press20:27
In the Central African Republic, the UN peacekeeping mission, UN agencies and the UN Department of Safety and Security are helping the national authorities strengthen the national response and preparedness efforts to prevent the Ebola outbreak in neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo from entering.
Tue, 18 August 2026
10 reports- sowetan.co.za03:00
Patsing families have gone months without water as work stalls over unpaid contractors and funding woes
- Tagesschau (Germany)06:13edited after publishing
Seit Monaten gibt es in Südafrika fremdenfeindliche Proteste - auch während des Gipfels der regionalen Staatengemeinschaft SADC. Für das Ansehen bei den Nachbarn sind sie ein massives Problem. Von Stephan Ueberbach.
- africanews.com08:27
President Cyril Ramaphosa called regional leaders Monday for joint efforts to tackle migration to South Africa, after a backlash against foreign nationals that led thousands to flee
- allafrica.com10:09
International musicians and performers must obtain the required employment authorisation before entering Namibia to work, even when their engagements are limited to a single event or a few days, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security says.
- allafrica.com10:16
The anti-illegal immigration group, March and March, has called on SADC leaders to repatriate their undocumented citizens currently residing in South Africa.
- AllAfrica10:40
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- THE Union and Zanzibar governments are stepping up investment in education, skills development, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), entrepreneurship and other initiatives aimed at helping young people turn their ideas into businesses, innovations and employment opportunities.
- observer.ug11:11
Across Uganda’s district headquarters, health centres, schools and roads, a new form of high-visibility government oversight has taken centre stage. Surprise field inspections led by the minister of Local Government, Balaam Barugahara, alongside the minister of State, Justine Nameere, have generated intense national debate. Their visits have exposed alleged ghost workers, payroll irregularities, questionable projects, […]
- AllAfrica14:32
[African Arguments] When I worked for The Harvest Fund, I sat across from women-farmers who had just completed training in milling, business development, food safety. Competent women. Women who had shown up every day, taken notes, asked questions. And then, when we asked them what they wanted to do next what they wanted to build some of them went blank. Not because they lacked intelligence. Not because they lacked ambition. But because nobody had ever told them that their ambition was allowed...
- AllAfrica16:20
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's government has been accused of breaching international health guidelines after unveiling plans to send 500 nurses to Israel under a controversial labour agreement -- a move activists warn could deepen the country's own critical healthcare shortage.
- AllAfrica16:31
[Premium Times] "A central feature of the Policy is the use of Government's collective purchasing power to accelerate domestic infrastructure investment," the ministry stated.
Wed, 19 August 2026
7 reports- AllAfrica05:19
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have agreed to strengthen strategic ties, opening a new chapter in cooperation between the two countries.
- winnipegfreepress.com06:33
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Kenya has tripled its long-term target for expanding its renewable energy capacity to meet surging demand and support its industrialization, but that might not result in more affordable power for consumers.
- AllAfrica07:10
[GroundUp] But this is probably less than a quarter of the illegal trade, CapeNature says
- NYT World09:00
Africans have turned to one of their own for fuel as the world’s supplies run low. But they are not the only ones with the continent’s richest man on speed dial.
- AllAfrica10:11
[New Zimbabwe] SADC addressed major regional issues including South Africa's immigration challenges and ongoing sanctions on Zimbabwe. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has become the new chairperson, giving Pretoria a leading role in the bloc's agenda. The summit called for a coordinated regional strategy on migration and reiterated its demand for lifting economic sanctions on Zimbabwe. Key summit topics included regional security, economic integration and critical minerals.
- malawi24.com17:13
First Lady Gertrude Mutharika has challenged police officers to take their health seriously, warning that protecting the nation starts with protecting
- malawi24.com18:30
Government has challenged young Malawians to shift from seeking employment to creating jobs by exploiting opportunities in key sectors of the
Thu, 20 August 2026
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[Scrolla] March and March and AfriForum met on Tuesday and agreed to form a working group on community safety, education, crime and illegal immigration. The collaboration has drawn criticism online, with some accusing March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma of working with "the enemy."
- AllAfrica06:38
[GroundUp] Hundreds of people have been stuck for years in "temporary" accommodation
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Anti-migrant violence, economic stagnation and corruption allegations are eroding support for South Africa's ruling ANC ahead of local elections in November, opening the door to new coalition possibilities.
- malawi24.com14:35
Mwanamvekha used K100 million
Fri, 21 August 2026
13 reports- chinadaily.com.cn01:56
Greater investment in sustainable production, including healthier soils and climate-resilient seed systems, is key to strengthening Africa's food systems, while finance and markets are important in helping farmers adopt new practices and withstand shocks, African agricultural experts say.
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Electricity demand; Eskom inefficiency; agriculture labour shortage; patriotic talks
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EDITORIAL | Jury out on whether Ramokgopa can push through electricity pricing reformsSluggish cabinet, municipal resistance and billing inefficiencies are major hurdles to reducing electricity tariffs
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[GroundUp] It could take another 15 years to settle outstanding claims lodged by 1998
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[IPS] Dar es Salaam, Tanzania -- The 14-year-old girl arrived at the hospital fighting for her life. After a tragic hit-and-run car accident, she was rushed into the emergency department with serious abdominal injuries. Every passing minute brought her closer to death.
- AllAfrica14:26
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The government of Uganda is to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the government of South Sudan to extend its support in the Ebola response by sending health workers.
- BBC News World14:38
Officials had faced charges over the appointment of a civilian to a top post within crime intelligence.
- AllAfrica14:44
[Scrolla] Brigadier Dineo Mokwele says a "heavy burden" has been lifted after all charges against her were permanently dropped. She and six other senior Crime Intelligence officials, including divisional head Dumisani Khumalo, were freed after Madlanga Commission evidence undercut the state's case.
- allafrica.com15:11
There is a particular kind of political row that Malawi does rather well: not one born of corruption or policy failure, but of symbolism - of who sat where, and on what, and whether they ought to have.
- UN Press19:44
The risk of the Ebola outbreak spreading to the Central African Republic has increased following the confirmation of cases in provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo bordering the country. The UN Emergency Relief Coordinator has allocated $3 million from the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to help the Central African Republic with prevention efforts.
- Anadolu Agency (AA)21:21
‘The risk of Ebola outbreak spreading has increased following the confirmation of cases in the provinces of the DRC,’ says spokesman
Sat, 22 August 2026
1 report- South China Morning Post10:00
While the US and some European governments view China’s vast production of electric vehicles and green-energy tech as overcapacity, African companies see it as an opportunity to secure EV technology and develop the industry. China is the global leader of the EV industry – it makes nearly 75 per cent of the world’s electric vehicles and dominates the supply chain. Its high production has driven down the cost of EVs, batteries and components, which has improved access to technologies that were...
Sun, 23 August 2026
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It is often believed, and has historically often been true, that developing nations struggle simply because they lack the resources to build the fundamentals of a modern economy: clean water, electricity, public infrastructure, health care, education and now internet access. Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs, though built for individuals rather than nations, maps almost perfectly onto this idea of development. Just as a person cannot pursue growth and meaning while hungry or unsafe, a nation...
Mon, 24 August 2026
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East African health leaders are calling for stronger regional health systems and expanded local production of medicines and medical supplies while urging deeper international cooperation, investment and technology partnerships to make the region more resilient to future health emergencies.
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East African health leaders are calling for stronger regional health systems and expanded local production of medicines and medical supplies while urging deeper international cooperation, investment and technology partnerships to make the region more resilient to future health emergencies.
- nyasatimes.com01:46
Leigh Stubblefield, the UK's High Commissioner to Malawi, has been appointed Patron of the newly-formed Malawi-UK Chamber of Commerce (MUKCC), as the organis... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
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A governance storm has erupted at the heart of Malawi's Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) after six senior members accused officials of attempting to quie... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
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New policies propose sector quotas and stricter oversight of foreign labour
- Le Monde (France)04:00
Une quinzaine de pays africains, producteurs de cobalt, de manganèse ou de lithium, ont décrété des embargos ou des quotas depuis 2023, pour contraindre les opérateurs extérieurs à investir localement dans la transformation de ces minéraux.
- AllAfrica05:23
[New Times] Africa's youthful population is often described as its biggest opportunity. But without stronger links between education, skills and employment, the continent risks turning its demographic dividend into an economic burden, experts have warned.
- AllAfrica06:06
[GroundUp] Matereality V2 opens at the Iziko South African National Gallery on Monday
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RUFIJI: TANZANIA has emerged as East Africa’s leading electricity producer, following the commissioning of the 2,115-megawatt Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP), a milestone that has more than doubled the country’s generation capacity. The project, inaugurated on Saturday by President Samia Suluhu Hassan in Rufiji, Coast Region, raises Tanzania’s total installed electricity capacity to 4,646MW against …
- dailynews.co.tz07:08
DAR ES SALAAM: THE decision by Fitch Ratings to revise Tanzania’s sovereign credit outlook to positive from stable is more than a favourable assessment of the country’s finances. It signals that key economic fundamentals are moving in the right direction and, importantly, that the gains made so far must be protected. Fitch affirmed Tanzania’s long-term …
- dailynews.co.tz08:07
DODOMA: THE Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Investment Capital (PIC) has expressed satisfaction with the growth of Tanzania’s insurance sector, citing increased public awareness, wider access to insurance services and improved service delivery. PIC Chairman Masanja Kadogosa expressed the committee’s satisfaction on Friday after receiving a presentation from the Commissioner of Insurance, Dr Baghayo Saqware, …
- AllAfrica08:24
[Scrolla] ANC councillors and mayors will sign public performance agreements and could lose their positions if they fail to meet their responsibilities. The ANC is promising a 100-day plan for councillors as communities battle water shortages, sewage spills, rubbish and failing infrastructure.
- AllAfrica10:11
[GroundUp] Many clinical trials were halted, and many researchers were retrenched when the NIH stopped funding
- AllAfrica10:11
[Nyasa Times] When Willy Kambwandira speaks about public sector reform, he does so with the steady insistence of someone who has watched Malawi's bureaucracy bend under political weight for far too long.
- AllAfrica10:33
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's tax authority has been hailed as the "engine room of the nation" after raking in a jaw-dropping K1.40 trillion in tax revenue in a single quarter, as government officials unveiled an ambitious five-year strategy aimed at supercharging the country's finances.
- allafrica.com11:47
Young South Africans have been urged to take a more active role in democratic and governance processes, with concerns about youth disengagement, misinformation, unemployment and exclusion taking centre stage at a Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) roundtable in Pretoria.
- allafrica.com11:47
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday respond to questions from Members of Parliament on government's management of migration, the National Water Crisis Action Plan and interventions to combat illegal mining.
- AllAfrica11:47
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni as Acting Minister of Health.
- AllAfrica12:35
[New Era] Walvis Bay -- Fishing industry workers, backed by community members and politicians, protested on Thursday against marine phosphate mining.
- ntv.co.ug12:35
A major push is underway to re-strategize local government funding and curb corruption ahead of the new budget cycle. National planners, local leaders, civil society organisations and Cabinet ministers spent much of last week in mandatory discussions aimed at ensuring that funds allocated for local services are actually used for their intended purpose.
- AllAfrica14:16
[Daily Maverick] As South Africa's data centre boom accelerates, civil society groups are petitioning the SAHRC for strict regulation and transparency before unmonitored facilities strain local water, land, and energy grids.
- AllAfrica14:16
[Daily Maverick] The deputy mayor's response to Daily Maverick's Municipal Planning Tribunal exposé suggests that anyone who tries to hold the tribunal accountable for its far-reaching decisions will be denounced and discredited.
- Le Monde English18:00
Around 15 African countries that produce cobalt, manganese or lithium have imposed embargoes or quotas since 2023, forcing foreign operators to invest locally in the processing of these minerals.
- malawivoice.com19:05
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More than a decade after their launch, the Northern Corridor Integration Projects are still facing financing and implementation hurdles, even as Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and South Sudan seek to deepen regional trade. The initiative links the four countries to the port of Mombasa, with major projects spanning transport, trade facilitation, energy, and digital connectivity. NTV’s
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Lands, Housing and Urban Development Minister Judith Nabakooba has linked access to affordable housing with a 60% boost in tax compliance, noting that the sector contributes 11% of Uganda’s GDP, about UGX 12.135 trillion. Speaking at the ceremony to mark 10 years of the Real Estate Institute of East Africa in Kampala, Nabakooba said the
Tue, 25 August 2026
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[This Day] Oluchi Chibuzor
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[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Presidential Commission of Inquiry into the Individuals Involved in Violence and Violations of the Law during and after the October 2025 General Election has officially begun preparations to carry out its mandate.
- iafrica.com09:05
MTN Group has identified South Africa and Nigeria as the priority markets for the first phase of its AI-enabled data centre strategy, and disclosed a
- ewn.co.za09:13
Julius Mkhwanazi, Keisha-Leigh Stols, Adrian Mackenzie and Kgomotso Makhubo face charges linked to an alleged bogus police raid in Killarney, Johannesburg, in 2023.
- AllAfrica09:56
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's fight against Gender Based Violence (GBV) is being crippled not by a lack of laws, but by weak enforcement, poor access to services and glaring accountability gaps, government has admitted, as shocking new figures reveal the true scale of the crisis gripping the nation.
- AllAfrica09:56
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's fight against Gender Based Violence (GBV) is being crippled not by a lack of laws, but by weak enforcement, poor access to services and glaring accountability gaps, government has admitted, as shocking new figures reveal the true scale of the crisis gripping the nation.
- ewn.co.za10:12
“In the last 18 months, we’ve completed R250 billion worth of infrastructure projects," said Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean McPherson.
- AllAfrica10:25
[IPS] Blantyre, Malawi -- The xenophobic protests against Malawians, Nigerians, Zimbabweans, and other Africans in South Africa not only created a humanitarian crisis but also jeopardised the achievement of some SDGs.
- AllAfrica10:25
[IPS] Blantyre, Malawi -- The xenophobic protests against Malawians, Nigerians, Zimbabweans, and other Africans in South Africa not only created a humanitarian crisis but also jeopardised the achievement of some SDGs.
- jacarandafm.com10:30
Case against suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi, Madlanga Commission Witness K and two others postponed to 18 September.
- jacarandafm.com10:30
Namibia clears offshore phosphate mining project, paving way for the world’s first commercial seabed-dredging operation despite opposition.
- AllAfrica11:34
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's National Oil Company (NOCMA) is facing a wave of public fury and pointed questions after confirming it was duped out of a staggering $403,605 -- roughly K700 million -- in a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme, with social commentator Onjezani Kenani suggesting the scandal reeks of inside involvement.
- AllAfrica11:34
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's National Oil Company (NOCMA) is facing a wave of public fury and pointed questions after confirming it was duped out of a staggering $403,605 -- roughly K700 million -- in a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme, with social commentator Onjezani Kenani suggesting the scandal reeks of inside involvement.
- timeslive.co.za14:33
EFF leader Julius Malema questioned why the leaders fuelling the xenophobia have not been arrested or prosecuted.
- timeslive.co.za15:12
The prosecutor read into the record an affidavit by the investigating officer, who stated that a correctional services official had alerted him that Brown Mogotsi was allegedly planning to escape
- newvision.co.ug20:57
President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Saturday, August 22, inaugurated the plant in Rufiji District in Coast Region, saying the new generation capacity should produce measurable gains in manufacturing, trade, mining, modern agriculture, public services, investment and employment.
Wed, 26 August 2026
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Africa: African Agriculture Offers Key Pathway to Economic Development and Job[allAfrica] Africa is home to about two thirds of the world's uncultivated arable land. It is blessed with an average of 300 days of sunshine annually. At a time when many of the world's advanced countries are experiencing population stagnation or decline, Africa with 1.6 billion people is the world's second largest continent. Its population is the fastest growing and the median age is 19.5 years.
- Tagesschau (Germany)03:35
Vor der Küste Namibias könnte der weltweit erste große Abbau von Phosphat am Meeresboden beginnen. Die Genehmigungen wurden gerade erteilt. Das sorgt für massive Proteste von Küstenbewohnern - und selbst von der Präsidentin. Von Karin Wehrheim.
- AllAfrica04:20
[Daily Maverick] President Cyril Ramaphosa pledges action against those who attack migrants, outlines diplomatic engagement with African leaders and calls for continental dialogue on migration and its root causes.
- AllAfrica04:20
[New Times] Africa must develop a new generation of purposeful leaders and stronger institutions if it is to break a cycle of governance failures that continues to undermine the continent's development ambitions, speakers at the Africa Mindset Reset Forum have said.
- AllAfrica04:38
[Scrolla] The state alleges Brown Mogotsi planned to escape court cells on 20 August by disguising himself as a correctional officer. He appeared in leg irons after the alleged plot was flagged, while his lawyers argued a new, verifiable home address should secure his release.
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[Daily News] Zanzibar -- ZANZIBAR'S Ministry of Health has held talks with the United States Embassy in Tanzania on the implementation of a health-sector cooperation agreement between Tanzania and the US, valued at approximately 3.1 billion US dollar (about 8.2tri/-).
- AllAfrica10:26
[Daily News] Tanga -- PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has called for intensified scientific research into medicinal plants, saying Tanzania can develop safe and proven medicines from its rich natural resources.
- AllAfrica10:29
[Nyasa Times] A decision by the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) to slash executive salaries in 2020 has resulted in costly compensation payments to former senior officials after the Industrial Relations Court (IRC) ruled that the reductions were unlawful.
- AllAfrica11:08
[UCT] Every year, thousands of unidentified people pass through South Africa's forensic pathology system, leaving families without answers and many victims unnamed. A University of Cape Town (UCT) PhD study by Kate Reid has found that while Cape Town's forensic identification outcomes are better than previously believed, fragmented record-keeping, poor communication between stakeholders and inconsistent tracking systems continue to delay justice for many families.
- AllAfrica14:08
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa says deep structural problems at municipal level are at the heart of South Africa's water crisis, with government drawing on lessons from its successful response to the electricity crisis to restore reliable water supply and eradicate sewage pollution.
- allafrica.com15:09
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Dr Ben Malunga Phiri heaped praise on World Vision Malawi (WVM) for its role in turning vulnerable households into productive, self-reliant families, as the organisation officially handed over its Chigodi and Chilenje Area Programmes to Lilongwe District Council after 19 years of transformative work.
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DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government, in collaboration with the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar, is set to implement a project aimed at addressing the impacts of climate change on the marine fisheries sector. The project is expected to run for one and a half years, until January 2028. Speaking at the launch of the project, …
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DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government says it will continue implementing various policy and regulatory measures to enable commercial banks to provide loans at more affordable interest rates, including maintaining monetary policies aimed at controlling inflation. Deputy Minister for Finance Laurent Luswetula made the statement in Parliament in Dodoma while responding to a question from Mpanda Urban …
- techcabal.com19:26
After its Cell C restructuring, Blu Label is looking to electricity as its next growth opportunity. Image Source: Techcentral
- dailymaverick.co.za20:37
The ANC acknowledges its failures, but can it fix the problems it created? We put its local government election pitch through our Manifesto Test.…
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DODOMA: PLANS are underway to construct 94 strategic health centres across the country at a cost of 23bn/-, aimed at improving access to healthcare services in underserved communities. Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office–Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG), Prof Riziki Shemdoe, said efforts are ongoing to mobilise funds for implementation of the …
Thu, 27 August 2026
13 reports- AllAfrica03:56
[UN News] Facing a projected shortage of more than six million health professionals by 2035, African countries are stepping up efforts to strengthen their workforce, with a new decade-long plan announced on Wednesday during a meeting of health ministers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
- allafrica.com03:56
Analysis - Across Africa, governments are promoting industrialisation while encouraging businesses to reduce waste and keep materials in use for longer. Many manufacturers, however, especially the smaller ones, can't afford the advanced technologies often associated with greener production.
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[Nyasa Times] Nigerian singing sensation Tiwa Savage has left Malawi's young creatives buzzing after announcing a generous K17.5 million donation to Music Crossroads Malawi, aimed squarely at supporting the next generation of women artists and creatives in the country.
- cbn.co.za05:03
- nyasatimes.com09:41
The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) has reaffirmed its ambition to position itself as a global and national hub for agribus... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
- nyasatimes.com10:18
A former officer in charge at Mzuzu Climate Change and Meteorological Station has delivered stark testimony to the Parliamentary Ad-Hoc Committee investigati... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
- AllAfrica10:43
[Nile Post] The United States government has delivered an experimental antibody treatment for Ebola to Uganda's Ministry of Health, strengthening the country's preparedness amid an ongoing outbreak of Bundibugyo virus disease in neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
- AllAfrica11:32
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] When world leaders gathered at the United Nations in New York in March for the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women, the atmosphere was anything but routine. For the first time in 70 years, consensus broke down and member states had to vote on a declaration affirming women's access to justice. Thirty-seven countries said yes. One said no.
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[SAnews.gov.za] The bail application of alleged criminal fixer, Oupa Brown Mogotsi, has been postponed by the Johannesburg Magistrates' Court to 1 September 2026.
- dailymaverick.co.za13:42
Political parties are built to tell voters what they have done right. At its manifesto launch, the African National Congress did something far more unusual. It told voters where it had failed.…
- newvision.co.ug19:06
Nabbanja commended the private sector for complementing government efforts to keep Uganda clean, saying proper waste disposal remains a major challenge, especially in urban areas.
- tribuneonlineng.com21:30
Sahara Power Enterprise Group (SPEG) has commenced the construction of a $12 million, 12MW Independent Power Plant (IPP) at the Ogba...
Fri, 28 August 2026
18 reports- AllAfrica04:10
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's agriculture sector is facing a mounting crisis, with damning new figures revealing the country's export base has collapsed by 31 percent in less than a decade, as Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development Roza Mbilizi issued a stark call for urgent transformation.
- ewn.co.za05:00
During the cross-examination of Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) investigator Nomsa Masuku, the defence read from the post-mortem report, which records the cause of death as a head injury due to blunt force trauma.
- malawi24.com05:03
University dream was becoming too expensive to hold onto for 25 talented first year students at the Malawi University of Science and Technology
- malawi24.com05:38
Malawian farmers could soon have a new fertiliser option as Press Cane Limited starts producing organic fertiliser at its plant in Chikwawa.The company
- ewn.co.za06:41
The suspended top cop, Masemola, is facing four counts of contravening the Public Finance Management Act, while his co-accused face allegations of fraud and corruption.
- malawi24.com06:56
A young Malawian politician has stepped onto a bigger political stage in Abuja, Nigeria, joining influential women leaders in a high-level conversation on
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[ISS] South Africa and SADC's reluctance to remedy misgovernance in their neighbourhood contributes to migration, sparking xenophobia and causing diplomatic embarrassment.
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[AIM] Maputo -- Mozambique's publicly-owned electricity company, EDM, plans to make at least 420,000 new connections by the end of 2026, covering about two million people across the country.
- itweb.co.za11:30
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[Daily Maverick] Eskom released the results of its 18-month investigation into R21-billion worth of diesel contracts, but failed to make a full and frank disclosure.
- ecr.co.za14:00
South Africa records another drop in murders, while attempted murder rises as police report declines in hijackings and other serious crimes
- finanznachrichten.de15:35
Cmb-Tech has started operations at a green hydrogen facility in Walvis Bay featuring 5 MW of off-grid solar, a 5 MW proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer and 5.9 MWh of battery energy storage. The
- AllAfrica16:31
[Nyasa Times] New reward system gives eligible players automatic cashback based on their gaming activity--with no registration or separate claim required
- AllAfrica16:36
[263Chat] Residents and ratepayers in Harare have petitioned the city council to urgently tighten controls on industrial effluent warning that continued pollution of the capital's water sources is putting public health and water security at risk.
- AllAfrica18:50
[Daba Finance] The World Health Organization has launched a regional health data platform designed to give African governments a single system for tracking health trends, planning services and responding to disease outbreaks. The Regional Health Data Hub was unveiled on August 27 in Addis Ababa during the WHO Regional Committee for Africa meeting.
Sat, 29 August 2026
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Walk into certain Ethiopian government institutions, and two distinct civil services appear to operate under the same roof.
- thereporterethiopia.com09:00
When cargo traffic slowed through the Strait of Hormuz this year, the cost of feeding continents moved with it. The corridor carries roughly a third of the
- thereporterethiopia.com09:00
Only 16 African countries have tariff schedules covering all categories of goods under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), while 25 have
- thereporterethiopia.com09:00
The World Health Organization has issued a stark warning regarding the future of public health across Africa, projecting that the continent could face a
- standardmedia.co.ke13:28
Delays in adopting and implementing harmonised standards are slowing intra-African trade by forcing businesses to undergo repeated testing and certification.
Sun, 30 August 2026
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From checkpoint to checkpoint: A journey through Malawi’s roads - The Maravi Post
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Kenya must embrace Artificial Intelligence to raise productivity, expand manufacturing and position the country to compete in demanding global markets.
Mon, 31 August 2026
25 reports- enca.com00:00
The Commission's recess will be from 3 September and will resume on 14 September as it works towards its extended deadline for the final report.
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[Daily Maverick] We live in an angry nation that has not fully come to terms with the trauma of our past. The governors of our land are not aiding the healing by trying to sweep the past under the carpet.
- AllAfrica01:27
[Daily Maverick] Factional warfare, patronage battles and years of electoral decline have left the party on its last legs as it heads for a bruising outcome in South Africa's municipal elections in November.
- AllAfrica01:46
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's health system is confronting a slow-burn crisis that has now become impossible to ignore. What was once described as "pressure" on referral hospitals has hardened into systemic failure, visible in broken infrastructure, chronic staff shortages and a financing model that no longer matches the country's needs.
- AllAfrica01:46
[Nyasa Times] Deputy Minister of Homeland Security and MP for Ntcheu Central East, Norman Chisale, has donated two ambulances and two trucks to serve health and development needs in his constituency, in a move local leaders have hailed as a historic first for the area.
- AllAfrica01:49
[Daba Finance] Ghana is moving ahead with a 1,200-megawatt gas-fired power plant as the government seeks to improve electricity supply and reduce costs that continue to weigh on public finances. The state-owned project will be built at Kafodzidzi-Abrobeano in the Central Region and would become the country's largest power plant, exceeding the 1,020-megawatt Akosombo hydroelectric facility.
- AllAfrica04:18
[Namibian] The mental health bill has passed its final hurdle in the National Council and will now be sent to president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for consideration.
- AllAfrica04:18
[Namibian] Opposition leaders and political commentators have urged the government to broaden its national honours criteria beyond liberation struggle figures to recognise ordinary citizens and diverse leaders.
- AllAfrica04:18
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The United States has delivered an experimental antibody treatment for Ebola to Uganda as the country strengthens its preparedness against another possible cross-border spread of the disease from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
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Tanzania is expanding vocational education in secondary schools, but the growing demand is increasingly putting pressure on funding and facilities.
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When National Assembly Speaker Mussa Azzan Zungu asked the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority and the Capital Markets and Securities Authority to explain to Parliament why...
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%%title%% %%sep%% %%primary_category%% %%sep%% %%sitename%% %%sep%% Namibia has not yet paid its contribution towards a regional centre tasked with strengthening the fight against illegal fishing, with the country expected to pay US$30 000 (about N$500 000) for 2024, 2025 and 2026.
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As Tanzania earns billions of shillings from growing tourist numbers and successful wildlife conservation, communities living around protected areas in Serengeti District, Mara Region, are paying...
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World Bank Regional Vice President Ndiamé Diop says Tanzania must now connect public infrastructure with private investment, predictable regulation and employment, before trade and capital move...
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Tanzania must shift its focus from celebrating innovative ideas to ensuring they reach the market, create businesses and jobs, and solve problems facing citizens, speakers at the opening of...
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[Daily Maverick] Very little to no progress has been made into the investigation of alleged misconduct by suspended Inspector General of Intelligence Imtiaz Fazel, and while his legal and parliamentary battles remain unresolved, expenditure of secret intelligence funds, estimated at more than R1-billion, has effectively gone without proper oversight for more than a year.
- sowetan.co.za11:25
Col Deenadayalan Govender alleges attempts to implicate Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi in KZN extra-judicial killings
- namibian.com.na12:00
%%title%% %%sep%% %%primary_category%% %%sep%% %%sitename%% %%sep%% President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has paid tribute to liberation struggle veteran and workers’ rights advocate Helao Shityuwete, who died on Saturday, days after celebrating his 92nd birthday.
- jacarandafm.com12:30
Eskom reports a second consecutive annual profit, with profit after tax more than doubling to R30 billion in FY2026.
- AllAfrica13:20
[Nyasa Times] Former Information Minister Moses Kunkuyu could be subpoenaed to appear before the parliamentary committee investigating the June 10, 2024 plane crash that killed former Vice-President Saulos Chilima and eight others, as pressure mounts for him to explain explosive remarks he made claiming the aircraft's black box was found and preserved.
- Nacional (Croatia)13:21KONAČNO RJEŠENJE ‘Nakon četiri godine čekanja uklonjena jedna od glavnih prepreka za projekte OIE-a’
‘U proteklom razdoblju iz raznih smo razloga kao država propustili priliku povećati proizvodnju električne energije iz obnovljivih izvora’ rekla je MegaWattu Marija Šćulac, potpredsjednica Hrvatske gospodarske komore (HGK) S prvim danom svibnja ove godine stupila je na snagu Odluka o jediničnoj naknadi za priključenje postrojenja na elektroenergetsku mrežu, koju su energetski stručnjaci, a posebno investitori […]
- newvision.co.ug20:54
On August 31, they appeared before City Hall Court Magistrate Nicholas Aisu and were charged with one count of conspiracy to commit a felony. They all denied the charge.
Tue, 1 September 2026
14 reports- nyasatimes.com00:43edited after publishing
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Private school teachers urged to work harder as Prisam boss links effort to better pay and pupil resultsThe President of the Private Schools Association of Malawi (Prisam), Ernest Kaonga, has challenged teachers across the country's private education sector to ... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
- sowetan.co.za03:00
Energy reform path is crucial to achieve an affordable, reliable and sustainable electricity supply, says President Cyril Ramaphosa
- AllAfrica03:58
[Nyasa Times] Construction of the long-awaited Mozambique-Malawi (MOMA) 400kV Electricity Interconnector has finally been completed, with tariff negotiations now underway before commercial power trading can begin between the two nations.
- AllAfrica05:23
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- sowetan.co.za06:00
Everything you need to know this morning in three quick reads
- AllAfrica06:38
[New Zimbabwe] Zimbabweans living abroad have raised fresh concerns over worsening political, economic and human rights conditions in the country, warning that mounting pressures are increasingly forcing citizens to seek opportunities and sanctuary outside Zimbabwe.
- AllAfrica10:47
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has announced a two-month amnesty for people possessing firearms illegally, giving them an opportunity to voluntarily surrender the weapons without facing prosecution.
- AllAfrica12:32
[SAnews.gov.za] The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System will go into recess from Thursday 3 September 2026 to 11 September 2026, with the last day of public hearings this week expected to be on Wednesday 2 September 2026.
- AllAfrica12:33
[SAnews.gov.za] Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has warned that Southern Africa cannot achieve meaningful industrialisation if it continues exporting raw materials, while importing the knowledge, technology and finished products that capture the greatest value.
- moroccoworldnews.com12:35
Nigeria has placed AI sovereignty at the center of its digital agenda, with government officials calling for greater national control.
- ofm.co.za14:00
The accused appeared in the Vanderbijlpark Magistrate’s Court on Monday (31/8), but the matter could not proceed because the recording machine in B Court was not functioning. David Senekal, 31, Car...
- AllAfrica15:59
[AIM] Maputo -- The Malawian Police Service (MPS) has arrested two senior officials from the National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) over the alleged fraudulent transfer of over 400,000 US dollars to Mozambique, which was aimed at covering loading and clearing charges for fuel shipments at the central port of Beira and northern port of Nacala.
- AllAfrica16:09
[Namibian] Justice and labour relations minister Wise Immanuel says talks between workers and employers should be the first step in resolving workplace problems before workers resort to strikes or demonstrations.
- nyasatimes.com17:09edited after publishing ×2
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Smear campaign fails to tie Mwanamveka, Mbeta to Amaryllis sagaA wave of disinformation and what appears to be a coordinated smear campaign has swept across social media, falsely implicating Finance Minister Joseph Mwana... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
Wed, 2 September 2026
10 reports- timeslive.co.za02:30
Dada Morero’s outburst is more than a lapse of judgment: it tests the ANC’s renewal claims and the moral discipline democratic leadership demands
- Emerging Europe05:00
A competitive Africa requires functional institutions and modern technology. Not just declarations of intent, but implementation capacity. Africa trades as much as East Asia relative to GDP but without the structural transformation. The problem lies not just in the volume of trade, but in its composition and direction: exports remain concentrated in raw commodities destined […] Integrating Africa was originally published on Emerging Europe .
- AllAfrica05:21
[Nyasa Times] Employees at Blantyre Water Board have asked President Peter Mutharika to sack both the utility's chief executive, Yeremiah Chihana, and its board chairman, Stanley Chirwa, in a bid to end a leadership standoff that staff say is crippling operations.
- AllAfrica05:21
[GroundUp] Farmers saw it coming but they couldn't prevent it
- AllAfrica05:57
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- AllAfrica06:41
[GroundUp] SAPS rejects allegations of indiscriminate arrests and unlawful treatment
- africa-newsroom.com08:00
The Project & Investment Network is a dedicated meeting ground for project developers, financiers, investors, utilities, municipalities, commercial and industrial energy users and strategic partners active in Africa’s power, energy and water sectors
- chimpreports.com13:54
KAMPALA — The government of Uganda through National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) says its Package 2B network expansion, rehabilitation and network re-zoning project will end the recurrent water shortages across the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area and keep pace with the region's rapidly rising demand, as the utility works to deliver the full output of …
- AllAfrica16:41
[263Chat] Zimbabwe is set to host more than 800 anti-corruption practitioners from across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) for a three-day Anti-Corruption Expo and Games in Victoria Falls this month.
- time.com21:30
"It's a huge opportunity if you make [the workforce] agri-food system skilled."
Thu, 3 September 2026
11 reports- AllAfrica04:53
[Nyasa Times] The government has launched the 2026-2027 National Climate Outlook Forum (Nacof) with a call for early preparedness and action, as Malawi braces for strong El Niño conditions in the coming season.
- AllAfrica07:19
[Nyasa Times] The Chief Resident Magistrate's Court in Lilongwe is set to deliver its ruling on Thursday on whether former Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) chief executive officer Collins Magalasi should be granted bail, following a contentious hearing marked by conflicting accounts of the police search conducted at his home.
- AllAfrica07:19
[Nyasa Times] Minister of Homeland Security Peter Mukhito has commended security personnel across the Northern Region for their unwavering dedication under demanding working conditions, while acknowledging severe systemic bottlenecks--including halted passport issuance and overcrowding in prisons--that continue to cripple public service delivery.
- malawi24.com09:03
UTM president Dalitso Kabambe has challenged President Peter Mutharika to address Malawians directly on concerns raised by Speaker of Parliament Sameer
- malawi24.com10:08
The 2026 Mother’s Fun Run has received a major boost, with organisers securing K40 million towards an initiative aimed at improving health care and
- africa-newsroom.com10:30
South Africa’s digital transformation accelerates as Minister Solly Malatsi joins AEW 2026 to advance AI infrastructure, connectivity and technology investment
- nyasatimes.com10:44edited after publishing
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Lilongwe City Council unveils K300 million road rehabilitation blitz across all 12 constituenciesLilongwe City Council (LCC) has set aside K300 million to rehabilitate roads across all 12 constituencies under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), with... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
- thebftonline.com14:43
As artificial intelligence begins to reshape the world of production, there remains a question of what role AI will play in the continent of Africa. While many discuss the impact that AI will have upon the workforce, it is apparent that the challenge for Africa is not that there is a lack of workers, but that the workers currently in the continent do not have the level of productivity required to achieve their potential. AI, if implemented correctly, has the power to be a productivity co-pilot...
- businessincameroon.com17:45
Cameroon’s Electricity Development Corporation (EDC) has moved the proposed Mbakaou hydro-solar complex into a more detailed stage of preparation,
- ecr.co.za17:45
Two South African sisters, aged nine and 15, are back home after being rescued from Malawi, where they were allegedly trafficked with their family.
- AllAfrica20:12
[allAfrica] Nairobi -- Keynote Address to the 20th Anniversary of the Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) on August 31, 2026
Fri, 4 September 2026
13 reports- AllAfrica05:35
[GroundUp] Vigilante group's "clean-up" targets displaced refugees in Durban
- AllAfrica06:27
[Nyasa Times] A shocking new report has revealed that non-communicable diseases (NCDs) now account for approximately 40 percent of all deaths in Malawi, prompting urgent calls for stronger political leadership, funding and community action.
- AllAfrica06:27
[GroundUp] There are seven murders a day on the Cape Flats
- AllAfrica06:34
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- AllAfrica06:53
[Nile Post] Uganda and the United States have signed a five-year health sector agreement worth about Shs6.42 trillion, shifting a significant portion of US health assistance towards direct government-to-government financing.
- newindianexpress.com12:08
JOHANNESBURG: South African civil rights groups are calling for a halt to the construction of additional data centers in the country until the use of scarce wat
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- jamaica-gleaner.com6 Sept, 05:09their copy
- jacarandafm.com13:00
A member of the SAPS Secunda Flying Squad is behind bars after being arrested for allegedly helping to orchestrate a truck hijacking.
- english.news.cn13:00
US to phase down financial assistance for Namibia's HIV response-
- english.news.cn13:00
US to phase down financial assistance for Namibia's HIV response-
- AllAfrica15:20
[Nyasa Times] The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has thrown its support behind Parliament's decision to investigate a string of pressing national issues, while cautioning that the planned 12 joint committees could run into serious challenges due to limited capacity, expertise and the risk of overlapping investigations.
- AllAfrica15:22
[GroundUp] The broadcast watchdog found SAFM breached its code by airing unverified claims about immigrants made by the March and March leader
- blueprint.ng17:41
PROMAD Infotech Foundation has announced the official launch of its 2026–2030 Organisational Strategy, which is a “bold five-year roadmap to scale
- AllAfrica23:50
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] AXIAN Group and the African Development Bank have launched a major women's financial inclusion programme to expand access to finance and business support for more than 34,000 women-led enterprises in five African countries.
Sat, 5 September 2026
3 reports- AllAfrica12:19
[allAfrica] Africa's industrial moment is not waiting for more money. It is waiting for the right kind -- structured correctly, sequenced intelligently, and aimed at the right stage of a project's life. Afreximbank's Oluranti Doherty on why the continent's financing problem is really a coordination problem.
- abcnews.com12:41removed by the outlet
US phases out $45M annual support for Namibia HIV programThe United States plans to phase out financial support for Namibia's HIV response programs
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- sitkasentinel.com5 Sept, 13:04their copy
- The Hill22:24
The Trump administration announced it will be ending $45 million in support for Namibia’s HIV response program following two decades of annual payments. The U.S. will provide its final $45 million payment in the 2027 fiscal year as “this support will transition into a technical cooperation model,” according to a Friday joint statement from Namibia’s...
Sun, 6 September 2026
4 reports- thepeninsulaqatar.com04:00
Dar Es Salaam: Tanzania has delivered 52 tons of critical medicines and medical supplies to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to assist in co...
- mwnation.com05:43
Inkosi ya Makosi Gomani V has challenged Malawians to take ownership of development, abandon laziness and work hard to fight hunger and poverty. He made the call during this year’s Umhlangano wa Maseko Ngoni Festival, an annual cultural ceremony held in Ntcheu Distrcit under the theme: ‘Strengthening Unity, Culture and Community Development’. Addressing the gathering, …
- namibian.com.na14:34
%%title%% %%sep%% %%primary_category%% %%sep%% %%sitename%% %%sep%% Events in Namibia’s parliament this week should concern every citizen who values democracy.
- malawi24.com14:41
Concerned Citizens of Malawi, People Power Movement (CCM-PPM) has backed Parliament’s latest move to strengthen accountability.The movement says
Mon, 7 September 2026
17 reports- South China Morning Post04:00edited after publishing
In the US, the push is on to “drill, baby, drill”. In China, the national strategy is to “walk towards the light”. Two energy behemoths, two contrasting approaches to energy. For African countries working out which way to go, the deciding factor is cost and, with China’s advances in solar generation and battery technologies making acquisitions cheaper, a consensus is coalescing across the continent around renewables. “Africa’s solar revolution is here,” said Sonia Dunlop, CEO of the Global...
- AllAfrica05:15
[The Conversation Africa] African countries have committed themselves to cutting greenhouse gas emissions and protecting their people from the worsening effects of climate change. These commitments form part of the Paris Agreement, an international climate treaty adopted in 2015 in which countries agreed to take steps to limit global warming.
- AllAfrica05:38
[Nyasa Times] Consumer watchdog blasts government's diesel generator plan as 'money generation for greedy officials' amid fresh corruption fears
- AllAfrica05:52
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[Daily News] Dodoma -- DODOMA'S seven-year transition from temporary government offices to a permanent administrative hub reaches a defining moment tomorrow, as President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan launches Government City in Mtumba, completing a major phase of the capital's transformation.
- AllAfrica09:28
[IPS] New York / Addis Ababa -- Tonight, thousands of women across Africa will give birth. Whether they survive to see daylight will largely depend on where they live, how quickly they reach care, and whether the health system around them is ready to respond.
- nyasatimes.com09:37edited after publishing
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Blantyre Water Board paid law firm K62 million ‘for doing NOTHING’ — payout disguised as SALARYBlantyre Water Board paid Mlauzi Legal Solutions a staggering MK62,034,168.75 Firm was allegedly introduced to BWB by board chairman Stain Chirwa A Malawian ... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
- AllAfrica09:47
[Scrolla] Competition Commission found 53% of rural, 47% of township, and 39% of metro township people earn under R3,500 monthly. Shopping centres keep local businesses out through high rents and exclusive contracts that favour big national store brands.
- nyasatimes.com10:16edited after publishing
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Standard Bank launches bold new drive to empower Malawi’s youthStandard Bank Plc has thrown its weight behind Malawi's young generation, launching a sweeping new corporate social investment drive dubbed "Project Youth" a... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
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[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- NEUROSOFT, a Russian medical equipment manufacturer, has started talks with local universities to introduce advanced diagnostic technology through specialised training and medical research programmes.
- georgeherald.com14:04
NATIONAL NEWS - The Department of Social...
- AllAfrica16:00
[Nyasa Times] President Arthur Peter Mutharika has kicked off a government reshuffle ahead of his administration's first anniversary, appointing veteran diplomat Ambassador Chimango Chirwa as Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with immediate effect.
- AllAfrica16:01
[GroundUp] People who can hear wore earplugs for the 5km route
- AllAfrica16:01
[GroundUp] Newly launched Bail Fund has assisted 154 people so far
- standardmedia.co.ke16:31
The government has called on Digital investors to invest in Kenya, saying it is working towards a safe and conducive environment
- dailymaverick.co.za22:39
South Africa produces enough food at the national level, yet millions still go hungry, skip meals or survive on inadequate and unhealthy diets because sufficient, nutritious food remains out of reach.…
- dailymaverick.co.za23:07
South Africa’s water crisis is no longer just about dry taps, but what happens when emergency measures become a permanent business model. As municipalities spend hundreds of millions on water tankers,…
Tue, 8 September 2026
15 reports- AllAfrica05:12
[Nyasa Times] Millions of hardworking Malawians and small business owners are being frozen out of formal bank loans simply because of HOW they earn their living, a leading economist has warned.
- AllAfrica05:40
[Namibian] The United States' decision to phase out HIV funding to Namibia leaves over 29 000 Namibians facing the loss of critical support services.
- AllAfrica05:57
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- dailynews.co.tz09:56
ALGIERS: TANZANIA and Algeria have discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing, including investment, technology transfer and the exchange of advanced expertise in drug production. The discussions took place in Algiers when Tanzania’s Ambassador to Algeria, Mobhare Matinyi, held talks with Algeria’s Minister of Pharmaceutical Industry, Dr Wassim Kouidri. The talks …
- dailynews.co.tz10:30
TOKYO: Tanzania has called on Japanese companies to increase investment in manufacturing, technology and higher-value production as the country seeks to accelerate the implementation of its National Development Vision 2050 and the Fourth Five-Year National Development Plan. Minister of State in the President’s Office for Planning and Investment, Professor Kitila Mkumbo, said Tanzania wants to …
- independent.co.ug11:00
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The government has defended the ongoing monitoring of service delivery in government schools by Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara, saying the exercise is part of efforts to fight corruption and improve public service delivery. However, secondary school head teachers have criticized the approach, accusing authorities of intimidation and harassment and …
- timeslive.co.za11:10edited after publishing
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WATCH LIVE | Interministerial committee briefs media on migrationThe interministerial committee on migration is on Tuesday briefing the media to provide an update on the government’s approach to migration management
- AllAfrica11:53
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's government has been slammed as "corrupt" after the High Court ordered it to fork out compensation to FOUR companies over a contract scandal that critics say exposes taxpayers to yet another crippling bill for official incompetence.
- dailynews.co.tz12:14
ZANZIBAR: POLITICAL parties in Tanzania have been urged to use their platforms to educate and encourage citizens to enrol in Universal Health Insurance, with health described as a fundamental right for every citizen regardless of political affiliation, age, gender or social status. The call was made by Acting Minister of Health in Zanzibar, Dr Saada …
- timeslive.co.za12:28
Service delivery concerns grow as party struggles with basic election procedures
- El País (Spain)13:58
El regreso de los que huyen de la hostilidad sudafricana se ha convertido en una nueva batalla: encontrar sustento en una economía en la que más del 80% sobrevive en el sector informal. El 65% de los 110.000 retornados son mujeres y niñas
- AllAfrica16:23
[CyFrica] As Nigeria's digital economy accelerates towards an estimated $18.3 billion in 2026, the country is confronting an equally urgent challenge: protecting the digital infrastructure, data and financial ecosystems powering that growth.
- Le Monde (France)17:15
Trois décennies après la chute du régime ségrégationniste et la mise en place d’une commission vérité et réconciliation, des familles attendent toujours des réponses ou des réparations. Et elles n’hésitent plus à saisir la justice pour forcer la main au gouvernement.
- channelafrica.co.za19:15
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Wed, 9 September 2026
9 reports- jamaica-gleaner.com05:06
Rubis, global fuel distributor, signed a deal to install an 8-megawatt (MW) capacity solar plant in Jamaica in June, part of a renewable energy push that accompanied half-year financial results released Tuesday. The Caribbean remains the group’s most important region by earnings, even as its profit margin now trails Africa’s.
- allafrica.com05:16
Analysis - The Southern Africa Food Lab has brought businesses, farmers, government and community groups together since 2010 to help address the problems of hunger and malnutrition. When these diverse groups first came together, everyone agreed that the region's food system was in trouble. The disagreement came next.
- AllAfrica05:25
[New Times] Africa's ambition to feed itself and unlock agriculture's economic potential will depend largely on whether smallholder farmers, young entrepreneurs and women-led businesses can access the financing they need to expand, create jobs and withstand climate shocks, according to the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
- AllAfrica06:02
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- mwnation.com07:18
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has opened a new financing window for Malawi to help ease pressure on critical imports such as fuel and fertiliser. The development comes as Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation Joseph Mwanamvekha is separately pushing for increased direct budget support from the AfDB, potentially giving Malawi access to additional …
- mwnation.com07:50
Main supplier of industrial, medical and household gases, Afrox Malawi Limited says it has engaged authorities to assist with foreign exchange allocations to finance importation of the products key in hospitals, homes and industry. The company said in a statement yesterday that the prevailing scarcity is due to forex challenges and has since engaged the …
- Japan Times08:19
Poverty, unemployment and red tape force tens of millions of Africans into work that is not regulated, taxed or protected by the government.
- ewn.co.za13:29
Two members of the National Insourced Workers' Union (NIWU) are suspended pending a criminal case related to an internal audit which uncovered the financial irregularities.
- africabusiness.com17:41
Africa’s GBS growth shows why stronger sector coordination is needed to turn digital skills into sustainable jobs for young people.
Thu, 10 September 2026
17 reports- malawi24.com03:42
The leadership dispute within the Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) is weakening civil society’s ability to hold government to account, with the ad
- AllAfrica05:50
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[Nyasa Times] A hotly-anticipated parliamentary report into the controversial purchase of Amaryllis Hotel is finally ready to be tabled -- bringing to a head months of wrangling over a star witness who never testified.
- AllAfrica05:56
[GroundUp] R7.6-million Seawinds park was stripped and vandalised
- Bloomberg Politics07:49
South Africa must enshrine its reform process in law to guarantee the momentum gained under President Cyril Ramaphosa endures after he leaves office, said the head of a key business lobby group.
- AllAfrica09:11
[Scrolla] Police arrested a 40-year-old woman in KwaZulu-Natal who they say helped locate DJ Warras before he was shot dead in Johannesburg. Major court cases involving Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, Cat Matlala and Shebe Maburna are also expected to continue on Thursday.
- observer.ug09:36
Families grappling with sickle cell disease often face a stark reality: the necessary medication may exist, but it remains out of reach where it is needed most. Nearly 80 per cent of the global burden of sickle-cell disease falls on sub-Saharan Africa. The World Health Organization estimates that about 240,000 children are born with the […]
- AllAfrica10:04
[Daily News] Arusha -- THE World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Director for Africa, Professor Mohamed Janabi, has urged African countries to take greater ownership of their health systems and move from conference commitments to concrete action in financing and strengthening primary healthcare.
- chimpreports.com10:32
By Tugume Justus The September sun, usually a harbinger of warmth and opportunity across Kenya, has cast a chilling shadow, prompting a question that echoes through the heart of East Africa. This directive, intended to shield local traders, has instead ignited a dormant fear, a specter of division that threatens to unravel the very fabric …
- bizcommunity.com11:03
South Africa wants to ignite a construction boom, but billions in unpaid government invoices are threatening to leave contractors carrying the cost.
- AllAfrica11:23
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE growing shift from raw agricultural exports to processed and value-added products could significantly increase foreign exchange earnings and create more jobs, according to the Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade).
- africanews.com14:04
Africa’s imports of electric motorcycles and three-wheelers from China rose sharply in the first half of 2026, underscoring a divide in the continent's transition to electric vehicles.
- NPR News15:06
Dr. Rupa Narra is a U.S. pediatrician who arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo to help care for stricken children. Nothing could have prepared her for what she'd face.
- timeslive.co.za16:42
Activists have criticised the handling of the March and March protests, saying unemployment, poverty and poor service delivery cannot be blamed on migrants.
- Al Jazeera English20:42
Anti-immigrant protests in the country are back.
- AllAfrica21:41
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The African Development Bank Group and the members of the African Forum of Deposit Funds have agreed to strengthen their cooperation to mobilise more long-term financing for the continent's sustainable development. Through this strategic alliance, they aim to support productive investment, strengthen the continent's economic resilience and contribute to more inclusive growth.
- punchng.com23:47edited after publishing
The Federal Government is engaging Chinese firms to fast-track Nigeria power projects and attract investment across the electricity value chain. Read more.
Fri, 11 September 2026
16 reports- chimpreports.com06:24
African businesses and governments have been urged to turn growing regional partnerships into actual trade, investment and industrial production, with Uganda and Nigeria highlighting opportunities to deepen commercial ties under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Speaking during the second day of the Uganda-Nigeria Business Forum and Exhibition in Kampala, Private Sector Foundation Uganda …
- AllAfrica06:43
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Namibia Secures US.6 Million for Green Fertiliser ProjectNamibia has secured up to US$3.6 million in development funding for the Dâures Green Fertiliser Project, targeting local and regional agricultural markets.
- AllAfrica08:19
[GroundUp] "Only those who are desperate still live here" says Marikana community leader
- AllAfrica08:31
[Bird Story Agency] Textile plants, mines and export zones are building their own electricity systems, creating a growing role for independent producers as African factories seek to avoid disruptions that can throttle production.
- thebftonline.com10:30
It is 1:23 a.m. Your chest feels tight, life feels completely overwhelming.
- thebftonline.com11:00
Ghanaians are understandably asking a difficult question: If the economy is growing strongly, why does economic anxiety remain so high?
- Bloomberg Politics11:38
Nigeria’s parliamentary leadership has suspended lawmakers’ official travel to South Africa over xenophobic attacks.
- bizcommunity.com12:44
About 74% of South Africa’s electricity is generated by coal-fired power stations owned by the state-owned electricity provider, Eskom.
- jacarandafm.com14:00
The Nigerian national assembly said it was banning 'all official visits' to South Africa in the wake of continued violence against immigrants.
- jacarandafm.com14:00
Bafana Mahungela has been found guilty of the murder of Sandton teacher Kirsten Kluyts.
- Al Jazeera English15:12
Months of anti-foreigner protests across South Africa have forced tens of thousands to leave the country.
- AllAfrica15:47
[Nyasa Times] Norway is set to pull the plug on its embassy in Malawi, shutting it down for good by the end of July 2027 as part of a dramatic overhaul of its foreign service.
- AllAfrica15:47
[Nyasa Times] Malawi is on the brink of a digital identity revolution, with the government confirming it will launch the long-awaited Nzika Digital ID wallet next week -- seven months after President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika ordered officials to bring the country's identity system into the digital age.
- Die Zeit (Germany)15:50
Nigerias Nationalversammlung kritisiert die ausländerfeindlichen Proteste in Südafrika. Man sei besorgt über Berichte, wonach Nigerianer getötet oder vertrieben wurden.
- apc.org20:30
The report includes important recommendations concerning Namibia’s protection of the rights to freedom of expression and privacy in digital spaces
Sat, 12 September 2026
2 reports- jamaica-gleaner.com05:06
ABUJA (AP): Nigeria’s parliament is suspending official visits to South Africa indefinitely over anti-immigrant protests targeting other Africans. The violent protests, which erupted in South Africa earlier this year, have forced thousands of migrants to leave and caused diplomatic tensions with other African nations.
- businessday.co.za07:34
The ANC is facing an unprecedented candidate-list crisis after failing to register hundreds of candidates across municipalities in the Eastern Cape, Free State and KwaZulu-Natal before the November 4 local government elections
Sun, 13 September 2026
1 report- Le Monde (France)03:45
Dans le sud-est du pays, les épisodes de sécheresse, toujours plus intenses, menacent l’existence des pasteurs nomades. Certains ont choisi de se sédentariser pour cultiver la terre.
Mon, 14 September 2026
7 reports- AllAfrica05:12
[This Day] African leaders have challenged the continent's younger generation to take greater control of Africa's economic and political future by building institutions, businesses and productive capacity capable of competing globally.
- AllAfrica05:25
[Namibian] The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism says Namibia is still to develop a national policy on a circular economy.
- AllAfrica05:25
[Nyasa Times] A senior DPP figure has hit out at opposition critics, insisting they should stop meddling in the party's affairs and let President Peter Mutharika get on with fixing the country.
- AllAfrica07:43
[allAfrica] For Africa's smallholder farmers, the next climate shock will not only test what they grow, but whether they have the resources to withstand a failed season.
- AllAfrica07:54
[allAfrica] In South Africa, the debate about protecting young people from drugs is increasingly raising a different question: are current policies actually helping those who need support most?
- AllAfrica14:00
[Africa Check] South Africa did not spend R17 billion on deportations in two years - error still circulating despite corrected news article
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‘It’s a lie’ — Mpinganjira slams fake reports he’s quit as Wanderers chiefMighty Wanderers leader Dr Thomson Mpinganjira has hit back at reports claiming he had resigned from his position and abandoned the club, following their dis... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
Tue, 15 September 2026
3 reports- AllAfrica04:33
[RFI] African states invest around $500 million in space programmes annually, a figure expected to reach around $40 billion by 2030. With a number of initiatives already in place, the continent is seeking a seat at the table when it comes to international decisions on space exploration and equal access to the development of technology.
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[Nyasa Times] Malawi's Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Chimwemwe Chipungu, has inspected construction works on a new hotel at the Lilongwe Golf Club, praising the project as a significant boost to the country's tourism and hospitality sector.
Wed, 16 September 2026
19 reports- clickondetroit.com05:13
Egypt is pairing a planned 2,000-megawatt wind project with its first turbine manufacturing plant, seeking to turn renewable energy into an industrial opportunity.
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- AllAfrica05:21
[The Conversation Africa] Anti-immigrant violence began to sweep across South Africa once again in March 2026. Over the following months an estimated 56,000 Malawians and 115,000 Zimbabweans were forced to flee their homes. At least 11 foreign nationals were killed.
- AllAfrica05:24
[Nyasa Times] Government has released K85.5 billion to local councils under the reformed Constituency Development Fund (CDF), enabling contractors to begin implementing community projects and pushing total CDF-related releases since April to nearly K145 billion.
- allafrica.com05:28
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department faces allegations of collusion with criminal syndicates, interference in cocaine cases, kidnappings and robberies, and threats against officers investigating corruption in the department.
- allafrica.com05:59
But about 150 people who had been camped outside Home Affairs since May have opted to stay
- allafrica.com05:59
Message by Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, on the occasion of the National Prayer Day Against Gender-Based Violence and Gruesome Killings.
- allafrica.com06:00
Statement by Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, on the occasion of the State Funeral of Comrade Helao Joseph Shityuwete.
- allafrica.com06:00
Statement by Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, at the State Memorial of Comrade Helao Joseph Shityuwete.
- allafrica.com06:04
Several members of parliament have opposed a presidential directive for politicians and senior public servants to use state health facilities.
- AllAfrica06:09
[SAnews.gov.za] Acting Police Minister Professor Firoz Cachalia has assured the nation that a high-level, multidisciplinary team has the required expertise to investigate a streak of murders of women in Ekurhuleni.
- AllAfrica06:34
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- tportal (Croatia)09:43
Žito grupa pustila je u rad još jednu solarnu elektranu u Tvornici ulja Čepin instalirane snage 3,5 megavata (MW), uz baterijski sustav snage 4.5 MW što je investicija ukupne vrijednosti od 3,85 milijuna eura, izvijestili su u srijedu iz te tvrtke
- Al Jazeera English13:40
The answer lies less in geography or resources than in the institutions that shape power, legitimacy and opportunity.
- bne IntelliNews17:35
Eastern African countries are expanding cross-border electricity trade under a $1.6bn World Bank-backed programme, with Ethiopia preparing to double power exports to Kenya to 400 MW.
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7 policemen accused of extorting money from 'Diplomat' interdicted, they allegedly compelled him to withdraw money from ATM for themSeven police personnel, who were part of a patrol team and allegedly demanded money from their victim and compelled him to go to an ATM (automated teller machine) to withdraw money for them, have been named and interdicted by the Police Administration.
- AllAfrica23:36
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The African Development Bank and the Korean National Information Society Agency (NIA) signed a letter of intent on Wednesday, laying the groundwork for an expanded partnership to promote artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation across Africa.
- AllAfrica23:36
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The African Development Bank Group and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have signed a letter of intent to promote digital transformation in Africa.
- AllAfrica23:36
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and the Export-Import Bank of Korea (KEXIM) have signed a new memorandum of understanding to deepen co-financing cooperation on projects across Africa and mobilise additional resources for the continent's sustainable development.
- AllAfrica23:37
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] On Tuesday 8 September in Seoul, the President of the African Development Bank Group, Dr Sidi Ould Tah, met with Koo Yun-cheol, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy of the Republic of Korea, ahead of the 8th Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation (KOAFEC) Ministerial Conference, which also marks the 20th anniversary of this partnership.
Thu, 17 September 2026
17 reports- AllAfrica04:45
[Namibian] Same-sex couples cannot legally marry under Namibian law, justice and labour relations minister Wise Immanuel said in the National Assembly on Tuesday.
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[Nyasa Times] A community member from northern Malawi has told a parliamentary committee investigating the plane crash that killed former vice-president Saulos Chilima that she was threatened and had her two sons taken by police after reporting the disaster to authorities.
- AllAfrica06:49
[Premium Times] "Many people entered South Africa legally but later became undocumented because of ..."
- dailynews.co.tz09:42
ZANZIBAR: TANZANIA is intensifying efforts to transform seaweed and other marine resources into higher-value commercial opportunities, with growing attention on production, processing, financing and access to markets across the fisheries value chain. The shift is increasingly visible in businesses emerging beyond traditional coastal fisheries. One example is Tanzanian entrepreneur Fransic Pentzel, who has developed an …
- malawi24.com10:17
The aircraft carrying the late Vice-President Saulos Chilima did not appear to be flying normally shortly before it disappeared, according to a witness
- malawi24.com10:48
Malawi’s new digital identity system could face challenges in reaching citizens because of low smartphone ownership and digital literacy levels.Minister
- AllAfrica11:12
[Nyasa Times] A charitable foundation set up by Malawian MP Vitumbiko Mumba to help vulnerable college and university students is at risk of missing its planned launch date after officials failed to complete its registration, despite the process dragging on for nearly nine months.
- dailynews.co.tz11:19
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government is moving to remove barriers that could delay or hinder business and investment activities as it seeks to expand Tanzania’s access to international markets and strengthen private-sector growth. Minister for Industry and Trade, Judith Kapinga, made the statement in Dar es Salaam during the Invest EastAfrica meeting, which brought …
- dailynews.co.tz11:37
ARUSHA: PRIME Minister, Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has warned ministries and public institutions against abandoning approved development plans and seeking budget reallocations to finance activities that were not originally planned, saying such practices can undermine the efficient use of public resources. Dr Nchemba said Tanzania must move away from reactive government spending and adopt greater discipline …
- keyt.com11:49
By Nimi Princewill, CNN Abuja, Nigeria (CNN) — Protesters in South Africa have given migrants living illegally in the country until the end of the
- egyptindependent.com12:14
Abuja, Nigeria — Protesters in South Africa have given migrants living illegally in the country until the end of the month to leave. If that sounds familiar, it comes months after another deadline came and went. And while the threat carries no legal force, it is causing major ructions between Africa’s richest country and its most populous — Nigeria.
- dailynews.co.tz12:20
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA and Germany are seeking to unlock new investment opportunities in Tanzania and the wider East African region, with both sides highlighting the need to address tax, policy, infrastructure and other business barriers. This was reached in talks between the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation James Millya with …
- malawi24.com12:26
Nine months of waiting has now turned into a seven-day countdown for the Registrar General’s Office to act on the registration of a foundation seeking to
- malawi24.com12:49
Luchenza Ward Councillor Bhima Ndalama has come under fire on social media following remarks he made about UTM president Dalitso Kabambe.Ndalama described
- bne IntelliNews16:31
African governments are pushing miners to process more critical minerals locally, increasing state ownership and local-content rules while infrastructure and power constraints raise investment risks.
- AllAfrica21:01
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The Republic of Korea plans to deepen its long-standing partnership with Africa by expanding cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy Koo Yun-cheol said in Seoul on 9 September 2026.
Fri, 18 September 2026
20 reports- AllAfrica06:02
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured families who are grieving their loved ones that the nation stands with them.
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DAR ES SALAAM: THE government is preparing to introduce a new system for classifying and identifying traders at Kariakoo Market according to the size and nature of their businesses, Dar es Salaam Regional Commissioner Albert Chalamila has said. The proposed reorganisation is intended to address challenges arising from small and large-scale traders operating in similar …
- ewn.co.za07:22
The DA has launched a petition calling for more action from police and is offering an additional R500,000 reward for information leading to a successful prosecution.
- ewn.co.za07:44
Catch up on news of the suspect linked to the Ekurhuleni murders, the rise in SA’s cases of Mpox, and Mapisa-Nqakula’s ongoing legal woes.
- dailynews.co.tz08:30
DODOMA: THE Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has urged the public to take greater care of their money, particularly banknotes, to ensure they remain in good condition and continue circulating for a longer period. The call was made yesterday by the central bank’s Manager for Banking and Currency Services-Dodoma Mr Nolasco Maluli during a financial education …
- AllAfrica08:40
[Nile Post] Senior Presidential Advisor for Political Mobilisation Moses Byaruhanga has called for increased government procurement of medicines manufactured in Uganda, saying the policy can create jobs, conserve foreign exchange and strengthen the country's industrial base.
- dailynews.co.tz08:43
DAR ES SALAAM: RISING farm production will deliver stronger economic returns only if farmers are better connected to commercial markets, finance, infrastructure and reliable buyers, agricultural stakeholders have said. Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT) Chief Executive Officer Mr Geoffrey Kirenga, who is also a member of the Presidential Food and Agriculture Delivery Council, said …
- ewn.co.za09:29
According to police, unidentified armed suspects were attacking the owners of the spaza shop and demanding money.
- AllAfrica10:00
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's Vice-President Dr Jane Ansah has said Deputy Inspector General of Police for Operations Dr Mlowoka Noel Kayira is "fine", after visiting him in hospital following his shooting during a police operation to rescue kidnapped British national Nusrat Osman.
- AllAfrica10:03
[GroundUp] Government asked communities applying for land to follow the rules. Then it went silent.
- dailynews.co.tz10:13
DAR ES SALAAM: THE African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has extended a 10m US dollars financing facility to Azania Bank to expand access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating across Tanzania’s export value chains. The facility, provided under Afreximbank’s Export SME Development Programme (ESDP), is intended to enable Azania Bank to offer eligible …
- AllAfrica11:03
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- FUEL and fertiliser subsidies, tax relief on essential food imports and tighter market price monitoring are among measures being used to curb inflation and protect the purchasing power of the currency, the House of Representatives heard yesterday.
- AllAfrica12:09
[Nyasa Times] Professor Zimani David Kadzamira, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Malawi and brother of Cecilia Kadzamira, the long-serving official hostess to President Hastings Kamuzu Banda, has died.
- AllAfrica12:50
[Scrolla] A "Picket for Justice," backed by FEDUSA, Contralesa, SANCO and dozens of other organisations, is taking place at Kempton Park police station today from 8am. The picket is part of a full day of action, including a march to Church Square and a meeting with runners at the Union Buildings, following at least nine women's deaths in Ekurhuleni since July.
- AllAfrica16:53
[263Chat] The Hub Unconference is set to return for its 12th edition in Harare next week, bringing together young Africans to debate the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies on society.
- AllAfrica17:04
[Nile Post] Long delays in accessing Parish Development Model (PDM) funds, alleged illegal deductions, fear of reporting corruption and limited youth representation on PDM committees have emerged as some of the key concerns raised during Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa's assessment of the programme in Ruhinda North.
- AllAfrica17:13
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's abundant renewable electricity resources provide a strong strategic foundation for transitioning from diesel-powered transport to electric mobility, according to TradeMark Africa.
- georgeherald.com19:46
NATIONAL NEWS - As fear spreads over the...
- AllAfrica19:59
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The African Development Bank Group and the Republic of Korea signed a Letter of Intent on 9 September in Seoul to establish a Korea-Africa Hub for artificial intelligence (AI) to support the responsible development, adoption and financing of AI technologies across Africa.
Sat, 19 September 2026
7 reports- Al Jazeera English02:41
Hundreds of people gathered at the University of Cape Town on Friday at a vigil for victims of femicide in South Africa.
- sowetan.co.za05:10
Madlanga commission’s first year was marked by dramatic testimony, high-profile arrests, revelations of corruption, and surprising evidence
- sowetan.co.za06:00
The promise of democracy now contends with the urgent demands of survival, writes Reabetswe Maputla
- capitalfm.africa06:09
NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 18 – Innovators, developers, researchers, entrepreneurs and sector specialists from across Africa are being invited to apply for the Mistral Africa Accelerator Bootcamp, a six-week hybrid, pan-African…
- en.ce.cn07:30
- Al Jazeera English09:36
The promotion of monocultures is hurting the production of much more nutritious and climate-resistant traditional crops.
- malawivoice.com11:31
Sun, 20 September 2026
1 report- businessday.co.za15:21
Firoz Cachalia says Lt-Gen Dumisani Khumalo and Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi have been called in to assist after nine women’s bodies were found
Mon, 21 September 2026
12 reports- allafrica.com05:22
President Cyril Ramaphosa has granted the Madlanga Commission a final extension to submit its final report.
- AllAfrica05:32
[Independent (Kampala)] Africa is pouring money into pharmaceutical manufacturing as governments seek to reduce dependence on imported medicines. The bigger challenge may be finding enough buyers to keep the factories running.
- AllAfrica07:06
[allAfrica] A health facility may have a midwife, a labour ward and a woman ready to give birth - and still not be able to save her life.
- AllAfrica08:29
[Nyasa Times] A Lilongwe charity has launched an urgent blood donation drive to support children undergoing cancer treatment, as Malawi marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month this September -- with organisers revealing hundreds of children are diagnosed with the disease in the country every single year.
- AllAfrica10:29
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's former Vice President Dr Michael Usi has torn into the country's ruling Democratic Progressive Party, declaring there is barely any difference between the current DPP administration and the MCP government he served under -- except that the DPP, he says, has taken corruption to new heights.
- bne IntelliNews11:37
Senegal wants to use oil and gas revenues to reduce power costs, expand electricity access and support domestic industry, while Zimbabwe seeks investment in generation and grid upgrades.
- AllAfrica13:45
[Nyasa Times] Malawi is being denied the chance to fight back against climate change because a staggering 24 percent of the national budget is being swallowed up by debt repayments, campaigners have warned.
- AllAfrica13:50
[GroundUp] Trial set for May 2027, three and a half years after Mowbray barber was assaulted by SAPS
- AllAfrica14:33
[allAfrica] Geneva -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has told the Global Africa Business Initiative that Africa represents a $3 trillion market opportunity and the world is finally recognizing it as a ''gamechanger for global business''.
- malawi24.com14:42
Malawi did not need to rely on one trick to dismantle Botswana. The Young Flames kept finding different ways to cause problems, turning a tense contest
- businessdailyafrica.com15:30
South African rivals, Absa Group and Nedbank, have already made a Sh116.5 billion investment in the Kenyan market with their recent acquisition actions.
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Accra Reset’s report states countries in the region and global south should take greater control of their health development after USAID debacle The United States’ withdrawal from key aid programs has put healthcare in Africa and the global south “under growing strain” a new report warns. The report says the Trump administration’s cuts to programs such as US Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Covid-19 pandemic and rising costs of living globally have brought “new...
Tue, 22 September 2026
11 reports- AllAfrica09:55
[Scrolla] A Lieutenant General was arrested on Monday over the alleged sexual grooming of a 16-year-old girl between July and August 2026. The senior officer is also accused of raping an 18-year-old woman at a Sandton hotel in May 2026.
- AllAfrica09:57
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- UNIVERSITIES across Africa are seeking closer cooperation in research and innovation so that graduates can work in an economy, which is being reshaped by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- AllAfrica12:25
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] Government ministers, development partners, and private-sector leaders gathered in Kigali on 2 September to take stock of the African Development Bank Group's African Emergency Food Production Facility across 34 countries and to discuss the initiative's next steps.
- AllAfrica12:25
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The African Development Bank Group and France are developing a more integrated approach to financing projects, strengthening delivery and widening private-sector participation across African countries.
- malawivoice.com12:50
- businessincameroon.com14:15
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has transferred part of the repayment risk on its sovereign exposure to Cameroon to two other multilateral
- Anadolu Agency (AA)14:55
The US-Israel war on Iran has settled the question of whether the region should diversify. The task now is to move from ambition to implementation, and to do it together
- AllAfrica15:32
[Nile Post] Kampala Lord Mayor Ronald Balimwezo has asked President Yoweri Museveni to suspend his directive stopping the dumping of garbage at the Buyala Waste Management Facility in Mpigi District, warning that the move could worsen waste accumulation in Kampala and increase the risk of flooding during the expected September-December rains.
- BBC News World16:54
Shadrack Sibiya, who has made no comment, is alleged to have groomed a 16-year-old and raped an 18-year-old.
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Minister Ben Phiri touts China’s economic playbook as blueprint for Malawi’s industrial futureMinister of Local Government Dr Ben Phiri has held up China's rapid economic transformation as a model for Malawi to draw from, following a presentation deli... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
- northafricapost.com21:30
Wed, 23 September 2026
19 reports- the-star.co.ke05:15
Unaids says domestic sources provided about 60% of funding in low, middle-income countries.
- Times of India05:28
- DW Top Stories06:12
The motive for the shooting in the town of KwaMakhutha near Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal was not immediately clear. Some of the victims were known to police
- AllAfrica07:27
[GroundUp] Reports about domestic violence and assault, including images and locations, could be accessed by a tech-savvy computer user
- AllAfrica07:29
[New Zimbabwe] AMERICA will, at the end of this month, stop funding all health programmes in Zimbabwe it has been involved in for more than 20 years, Ambassador Pamela Tremont has revealed.
- AllAfrica07:38
[The Conversation Africa] Climate change is making life tougher. Across Africa, failed harvests, shrinking water supplies and more extreme weather are leaving millions of people hungry and forcing many from their homes. When communities compete for land and water, the risk of conflict can grow. African governments are now developing a Common African Position on Climate, Peace and Security to tackle these problems together. But will it lead to real change on the ground? Gracsious Maviza and...
- AllAfrica07:50
[IPS] Kigali, Rwanda -- Africa is emerging as the world's fastest-growing technology market, with its innovation ecosystem attracting increasing global investment. The European Investment Bank's recent €40 million commitment to the sector underscores this growing confidence.
- The Guardian World09:38
Arrest of Shadrack Sibiya comes as country reels from cases of femicide and alleged police corruption and criminality One of South Africa’s most senior police officers has been charged with raping an 18-year-old woman and grooming a 16-year-old girl, as the country’s police face allegations of corruption and failing to tackle violence against women and girls. Shadrack Sibiya, who was already suspended from his role as deputy national police commissioner over allegations he interfered with...
- sowetan.co.za09:49edited after publishing
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BONGANI TEMBE | Heritage is not a museum: it must be heard, lived and carried forwardHeritage should be a living, dynamic force in society, not just preserved as nostalgia or museum artefacts, writes Bongani Tembe
- bne IntelliNews10:18
Tanzania’s $42bn LNG project has entered final legal negotiations, with Host Government Agreements and LNG legislation still requiring state and parliamentary approvals before FID.
- AllAfrica11:17
[RootsToFoods Capital Series] In a RootsToFoods Capital Series interview opening Wave 2 of the series, Randall Kempner -- Executive Director of the Climate Philanthropy Catalyst Coalition and founding executive director of the Aspen Network for Development Entrepreneurs -- argues that philanthropy is a distinct category of capital built to move first, with its highest-leverage ground overlapping the Amazon and the Congo Basin.
- allafrica.com11:32
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has told New York that the transition to clean energy should not come at the expense of development in countries like Namibia.
- AllAfrica12:22
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's public hospitals are teetering on the brink of a full-blown medicine crisis, campaigners have dramatically warned, after it emerged the country's Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is failing to pay foreign suppliers a jaw-dropping $18 million debt.
- ilri.org13:08
The Ministry of Agriculture has taken ownership of a national digital platform that brings seed demand and supply information together, alongside a new…
- AllAfrica15:11
[Africa Check] What South Africa's major parties are promising voters in the 2026 local elections
- AllAfrica15:13
[Nyasa Times] Malawians and visitors alike are facing a dramatic new crackdown on cash, after the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) slapped sweeping restrictions on the physical possession and movement of foreign currency -- with anyone caught holding more than $1,000 without central bank permission now at risk.
- news24.com16:06
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.
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Acumen invests $5M in Sun King Zambia to expand solar accessThe investment comes as Zambia tries to close a large electricity-access gap while reducing its dependence on hydropower.
- standardmedia.co.ke18:45
Eastern African countries are stepping up efforts to build a more connected regional digital economy, with governments and regional institutions.
Thu, 24 September 2026
8 reports- AllAfrica07:37
[Daily Maverick] Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya played a critical role in the police service - he was responsible for all case dockets in South Africa. But now he's a sexual assault and human trafficking accused, and a reference to a strip club in the case against him points to converging criminal controversies.
- bne IntelliNews09:50
The six states make up the first group to receive support through the Country Support Mechanism on Critical Energy Transition Minerals, announced by UN Secretary-General António Guterres on September 23.
- AllAfrica11:29
[Namibian] A proposed new ombudsman law could see people who obstruct investigations, intimidate complainants or interfere with evidence fined up to N$20 000 or jailed for 12 months.
- AllAfrica14:00
[allAfrica] Africa's most populous country has the market, energy and entrepreneurial talent of a global power. What it still lacks is the productive machinery that can make scale work for its citizens.
- premiumtimesng.com19:20
The WHO has released new guidelines aimed at expanding contraceptive choices, including longer use of some existing methods, mifepristone for emergency contraception and the development of new contraceptives for men
- miragenews.com20:00
The Joint United Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), the African Union Development Agency (NEPAD) and partners have convened African ministers, government
- newvision.co.ug21:34
Minsa revealed that Kampala Central has a total 20 parishes; Nakawa and Makindye both have 22, among other divisions, adding that as they continue to mobilise Ugandans to endorse Gen. Muhoozi, the endorsement is free of charge.
- Anadolu Agency (AA)21:40
Focus on delivery, transparency, results, says African health body
Fri, 25 September 2026
20 reports- thezimbabwean.co05:30
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- thezimbabwean.co05:30
- BBC News World06:48
The pipeline would strengthen energy security in landlocked Ethiopia, while creating jobs at Djibouti's port.
- Google News - Europe query06:51South Africa’s fertiliser waste could supply Europe’s defence magnets as China dominates rare earths
South Africa’s fertiliser waste could supply Europe’s defence magnets as China dominates rare earths Business Insider Africa
- AllAfrica07:16
[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) is facing mounting internal pressure over a contested relocation to Blantyre, alongside a string of other grievances that its own staff union says risk undermining confidence in the body just as it prepares for crucial by-elections and the 2030 general election.
- AllAfrica09:56
[Nyasa Times] Malawi government has officially launched its 2026/27 Farm Inputs Subsidy Programme, promising more than 1.2 million smallholder farmers access to cheap fertiliser and seed -- but issued a chilling warning to officials involved in its distribution that any theft or diversion of the vital supplies will not be tolerated.
- AllAfrica10:00
[Nile Post] Uganda has commenced implementation of the South Sudan-Uganda Power Interconnection Project (SUPIP) after securing UA 91.7 million, equivalent to about US$121 million, from the African Development Fund (ADF) to finance the Ugandan component of the regional electricity project.
- AllAfrica10:11
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- CASH remains overwhelmingly king across Tanzania's public transport sector, with electronic transactions accounting for only 6.8 per cent of fares collected over the past four years, official data show.
- AllAfrica10:11
[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA'S mining sector has undergone profound transformation, evolving from a struggling industry into the primary engine powering the nation's economic growth, courtesy of strategic reforms unlocking record-breaking investment and revenue.
- AllAfrica12:37
[allAfrica] Uganda Begins $121M South Sudan Power Interconnection Project
- AllAfrica13:21
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya's push to commence commercial crude oil production by the end of 2026 has gained momentum following the arrival of an onshore drilling rig for the South Lokichar oil development at the Port of Mombasa.
- AllAfrica13:43
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] UN Secretary-General António Guterres today launched the Global Grids Accelerator, a new initiative to help accelerate investment in electricity infrastructure across Africa and South-East Asia and help turn government and regional priorities into investable, operational projects.
- AllAfrica14:08
[InfoWire] For decades, much of Africa's infrastructure agenda has focused on expanding road and transport links, increasing electricity generation and modernizing ports. Another challenge is now emerging with equal urgency: the need to develop infrastructure that shapes everyday life - hospitals, education, housing, and water and sanitation.
- AllAfrica16:02
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Council of Governors (CoG) has called for stronger partnerships and increased investment in technology to accelerate healthcare transformation across Kenya's 47 counties.
- AllAfrica23:19
[New Era] Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah has praised the beauty of the Erongo coastline and the warmth of its people as Namibia welcomed delegates from across Africa to Swakopmund for the 9th Annual Conference of the African Network of Parliamentary Budget Offices (AN-PBOs).
- AllAfrica23:19
[New Era] - The Swakopmund Municipality is calling on beneficiaries, heirs, executors and next of kin of deceased property owners to register estaes where municipal accounts are still registered in the names of the deceased.
- AllAfrica23:19
[New Era] As a woman, I can't go for a run. Walk home from school, go to the post office, go to the spa, go to the shops. Escort a friend home, visit a friend, go to a party, go to work. Come home from work, take a taxi, wait for a taxi, walk home.
- AllAfrica23:57
[Nile Post] Young Ugandan innovators have received a major boost after winners of the AYuTe Awards were awarded a total of Shs205 million to scale up innovative agricultural solutions aimed at transforming the country's farming sector.
- AllAfrica23:57
[Nile Post] Girls Not Brides Uganda (GNBU) has called for renewed commitment and stronger multisectoral collaboration in the fight against child marriage and teenage pregnancy as stakeholders gathered to validate findings from a rapid assessment of the National Strategy to End Child Marriage and Teenage Pregnancy.
- AllAfrica23:57
[Nile Post] By Sarah Mbabazi
Sun, 27 September 2026
5 reports- independent.co.ug07:00
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The United Arab Emirates has eased precautionary entry measures imposed on Ugandan nationals during the Ebola outbreak, paving the way for the restoration of normal travel and labour links between the two countries. The decision was announced by the UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), in coordination …
- standardmedia.co.ke12:47
African businesses face currency conversion costs of about US$5 billion a year, highlighting the need for easier cross-border payments, aligned policies and efficient customs under AfCFTA.
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Credit: bne IntelliNews Oil exporters Nigeria and Angola are riding out the energy shock while Kenya, Ethiopia and Mozambique face rate hikes and currency pressure, Capital Economics said on September 25.
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[UN News] Africa should focus its use of technology on solving its own real challenges rather than copying the systems and priorities of other parts of the world.
- AllAfrica16:05
[The Conversation Africa] Green technologies are mineral-intensive: electric vehicles, batteries, solar panels, wind turbines and grids need cobalt, lithium, copper, manganese, graphite and rare earths. The International Energy Agency estimates that electric cars require six times more minerals than a petrol or diesel car. A wind power plant requires about nine times more minerals than a gas-fired plant.
Mon, 28 September 2026
27 reports- Al Jazeera English00:29
Refugees in Durban say they have nowhere safe to return to after being forced from a makeshift camp.
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[Africa CDC] New York/Addis Ababa, 24 September 2026
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[Africa CDC] At UNGA, Burundi and Guyana joined PAHO and Africa CDC to advance country-led cooperation and financing for pandemic prevention, preparedness and response
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[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa -- The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) welcomes the leadership of the United States in convening the G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting on Accelerating Collective Action to Defeat Ebola, to be held on 23 September 2026 in New York, on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly.
- AllAfrica07:11
[Africa CDC] Two neighbours will strengthen joint preparedness and response to public health emergencies
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[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa and Geneva -- A new partnership between the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the Geneva Learning Foundation (TGLF) aims to strengthen immunisation across Africa by connecting continental priorities with frontline health workers and bringing their experience and local solutions into decision-making.
- AllAfrica07:11
[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia -- The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is calling on researchers, healthcare practitioners, policymakers and national public health institutes across the continent to join its Africa Health Knowledge Hub and contribute research, guidance and policies to strengthen evidence-based public health decision-making in Africa.
- AllAfrica07:11
[Africa CDC] Africa CDC welcomes the United Kingdom Government's decision to increase its support to the Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, bringing its total commitment to £78.7 million.
- AllAfrica07:11
[Africa CDC] As the September 2026 UN High-Level Meeting on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response approaches the global health architecture is under spotlight. Currently characterized by fragmentation, duplication, misaligned priorities, competition, gaps in financing, and persistent power imbalances, it is hoped a reform on the architecture will help effectively respond to outbreaks in the world.
- AllAfrica07:15
[Premium Times] The real promise of Africapitalism lies not simply in the success of one Tony Elumelu entrepreneur, but in the possibility that thousands of entrepreneurs can become creators of value, employers of labour, innovators and contributors to Africa's economic transformation.
- AllAfrica07:17
[GroundUp] Matlosana municipality is under a financial recovery plan after years of mismanagement
- AllAfrica07:55
[Nile Post] President Museveni has urged Ugandans to embrace tourism and other productive sectors as alternative avenues for increasing household incomes, saying the industry offers vast opportunities for communities and individuals across the country.
- citizen.co.za09:47
The ANC says there is evidence that its support in eThwkwini is growing.
- citizen.co.za09:51
His testimony had already been delayed once: he was originally scheduled to testify on 1 July but was shot in Houghton, Johannesburg
- Bloomberg Politics09:59
Municipal elections on Nov. 4 will put local policing and basic services squarely back into the political conversation.
- AllAfrica10:03
[Daily News] New York -- TANZANIA has pledged to deepen its ties with the United States by creating a more conducive environment for American citizens, businesspeople and investors, including maintaining visa-on-arrival access for US nationals.
- nyasatimes.com11:31
The Economics Association of Malawi says tight budgets and a more flexible exchange rate are needed, but warns that the medicine carries costs for business M... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
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Dr Dalitso Kabambe’s open letter makes grave allegations, then leaves Malawians to guess who and what he means. He refers to corruption, money laundering, hu... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
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[Africa Check] #LGE2026: Seven claims from the DA's election manifesto fact-checked
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Credit: UN Namibia plans to require more local processing and participation in critical mineral projects as it seeks greater value addition, investment and jobs.
- namibian.com.na13:39
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says children should not be defined by the circumstances or places into which they are born. In a message marking the Day of […]
- namibian.com.na13:50
Namibians are spending more at shops, supermarkets and clothing stores, giving the economy a strong boost in the second quarter of 2026. Household spending rose to […]
- allafrica.com14:09
As it calls for climate finance, Africa can showcase homegrown fixes that are beginning to blunt the fallout from rising heat and failed rains.
- AllAfrica14:12
[Nyasa Times] The Economics Association of Malawi says tight budgets and a more flexible exchange rate are needed, but warns that the medicine carries costs for business
- Tagesschau (Germany)14:39
Am Wochenende starben in Südafrika mindestens 28 Menschen durch Schusswaffen. Sicherheitsexperten sehen ein Muster aus Gewaltbereitschaft, organisiertem Verbrechen und schwacher Polizei. Präsident Ramaphosa kündigt harte Maßnahmen an. Von S. Ueberbach.
- informationng.com19:25
The Federal Government has opened discussions with the World Bank for three new loans totalling $1.5bn, even as Nigeria’s public debt climbed to a record
Tue, 29 September 2026
19 reports- Le Monde (France)05:00
En misant sur des projets technologiques calqués sur le modèle de mobilité des pays du Nord, les métropoles africaines aggravent leur étalement urbain au lieu d’y remédier, déplorent, dans une tribune au « Monde », les géographes Pape Sakho et Momar Diongue.
- AllAfrica05:33
[Daily Trust] The Federal Government is seeking $1.5bn in fresh financing from the World Bank to expand social protection, improve early childhood development and scale up climate-resilient interventions, even as Nigeria's total public debt climbs to N166.79tn.
- newvision.co.ug06:34
Submitting to the committee, Makhmutov said the conflict had disrupted the supply chain, given that some of the components used to produce the plates are imported.
- newvision.co.ug07:22
Busoga Diocesan Bishop, the Rt Rev. Prof. Grace Lubaale, said the low turnout had been evident from the launch in Kampala, where fewer than 30 Basoga attended.
- AllAfrica09:17
[Namibian] Medical interns completing their training cannot expect to be absorbed into Namibia's public health system because the Ministry of Health and Social Services has a limited number of funded vacant posts.
- newvision.co.ug09:37
Museveni made the call during a meeting with a Japanese delegation led by Ambassador Takahashi Misako, Director General and Assistant Minister for the African Affairs Department at Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at State House, Entebbe.
- Google News - Europe query09:37
Africa’s most industrialised economy set to host key battery-material facility in $3.7bn European EV supply chain Business Insider Africa
- AllAfrica10:02
[Daily News] Doha -- TANZANIA is seeking to expand exports to Qatar and use the Gulf nation as a gateway to wider Gulf markets as it steps up efforts to attract investment in value-addition industries.
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[allAfrica] What if every baby born in Africa started life with an all-access key to the 21st century? Not a smartphone or an AI assistant, but something much more - fundamental recognition that says you are here, you are known, and you belong.
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Online, 28 September 2026 (ECA) - The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), through its Subregional Office for West Africa (ECA/SRO-WA), has brought together Business Support Organisations (BSOs) and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) from across West Africa for a two-day Rice Value Chain Activation Programme, taking place virtually on 28–29 September 2026.
- AllAfrica17:10
[RootsToFoods Capital Series] In a RootsToFoods Capital Series interview continuing Wave 2 of the series, Michael Meehan, founder of the Forum for Impact and former chief executive of the Global Reporting Initiative, argues that capital corridors are not built from scratch. They are recognized, then organized, and some of the most active ones now connect the Gulf, Europe and East and Central Africa.
- nyasatimes.com22:04
Malawi Housing Corporation (MHC), the state-owned property and housing body, has returned to profitability in the first quarter of the 2026/2027 financial ye... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
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Thousands of Malawi's poorest tobacco farmers have been left sleeping outdoors in the bitter cold for days on end, as a catastrophic technical meltdown of th... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
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Malawi is on the brink of a major breakthrough in the fight against cancer, with advanced diagnosis and treatment facilities known as nuclear medicine set to... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
Wed, 30 September 2026
19 reports- AllAfrica04:41
[IPS] Yaounde, Cameroon -- Agricultural, land, forestry, environmental and trade policies in the Congo Basin remain compartmentalised at country levels, leaving proven agroecological models trapped at pilot stages due to a lack of advisory services, organic inputs, market outlets and sustainable financing.
- dailymaverick.co.za09:00
This week’s Politically Aweh surveys a chaotic run-up to the 4 November local elections with a governing party that missed election deadlines and a potential serial killer in Ekurhuleni — before landi…
- AllAfrica09:09
[spotlight] All medicines and treatments have to go through lengthy safety and efficacy testing, but this is particularly tricky - and often delayed - for one important age group. Spotlight explores the complexities of conducting clinical trials involving babies, and why those complexities are worth grappling with.
- AllAfrica09:11
[New Era] Otjomuru -- Marginalised communities at Otjumuru in the Kunene region have called on the government to introduce projects, particularly in agriculture and livestock farming, so that they can produce their own food and create employment opportunities.
- AllAfrica09:42
[Daily News] President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan yesterday appointed 22 new District Commissioners (DCs) and transferred 26 others in changes aimed at improving the efficiency of government operations and following the retirement of some leaders.
- allafrica.com14:48
The Affirmative Repositioning has called for the immediate removal of National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, accusing her of undermining the dignity and proper functioning of the parliament.
- AllAfrica14:57
[Africa Check] South Africa's roads agency dismisses claim that '80% of its staff is foreign nationals'
- allafrica.com16:06
The Bank of Namibia (BoN) said the country's biggest challenge is no longer discovering oil but making sure it is prepared to turn the resource into lasting economic benefits.
- allafrica.com16:06
The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations received 1 103 labour complaints during the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year.
- allafrica.com16:06
Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa has sought to clarify remarks he made about the historical relationship between the Mafwe Traditional Authority and people of different linguistic backgrounds, stating that his comments about Muyako were based on historical records and were not intended as a political or territorial claim.
- allafrica.com16:06
Eight countries sharing the Zambezi River Basin have agreed on priority interventions to strengthen food security, livelihoods and ecosystems as preparations advance for a proposed US$130 million regional climate-resilience programme.
- allafrica.com16:06
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called for stronger efforts to preserve San languages, traditional knowledge and cultural heritage, and urged the government and other stakeholders to ensure that San communities derive meaningful benefit from economic opportunities linked to their culture.
- allafrica.com16:06
- The days of relying on candles, generators, and limited solar power are over for hundreds of Otjimati residents as the settlement officially switched on its new national power grid connection.
- allafrica.com16:07
The domestic burgeoning oil and gas industry risks becoming an engine for foreign suppliers rather than a catalyst for domestic economic transformation unless local businesses, skills and technology are deliberately placed at the centre of the country's energy development.
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MUSCAT: Oman is advancing plans for three new combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plants with an aggregate capacity of 2,800–3,000 MW,...
- newvision.co.ug22:36
Mirembe also urged the audience to be responsible by being tax compliant.
- allafrica.com23:31
The Republic of Benin has secured €500 million (approximately CFAF 328 billion) in international bank financing, supported by the African Development Fund, for priority investments in education, health, water access, infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture, and job creation for young people and women.
- allafrica.com23:51
Announcement - Roads, energy, water and sanitation, agriculture and air transport: the African Development Bank aims to accelerate its investments in the Central African Republic (CAR). To that end, the Bank's Executive Director for the Central African Republic, Régis Lakoué Derant, and the Bank's Director General for Central Africa, Léandre Bassolé, led a nine-day dialogue mission to Bangui from 11 to 19 September 2026.
- allafrica.com23:51
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is taking steps to strengthen regulation of its electricity sector to improve the financial sustainability of utilities, attract investment and expand access to power.
Thu, 1 October 2026
17 reports- eco-business.com02:30
The 10th POWER & ENERGY Tanzania 2026 will be held from 7th to 9th October 2026 at the Diamond Jubilee Expo Centre in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This leading international trade exhibition focuses on power, energy, renewable, and electrical products, serving as a vital platform for advancing the...
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[IPS] Dar es Salaam, Tanzania -- While the 10th Copernicus Ocean State Report documents the ocean's transformation with increased heat, rising sea levels and its acidity - Zanibar's seaweed farmers feel its impact with every crop.
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[GroundUp] "Consider the level of violence that migrant women have been subjected to by members of these groups," says activist
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[Namibian] More than half of Namibia's women who have never married have given birth, according to the 2023 Population and Housing Census Fertility Report.
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- Times of India10:05
Following the Ebola crisis, Paul Allen allocated resources to develop advanced medical evacuation solutions that showcased their worth during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Containerized Biocontainment System enabled the safe transport of infected patients from a cruise ship in Japan, highlighting an effective response to health emergencies. Prior to the pandemic's escalation, this innovative system garnered praise for its forward-thinking design, exemplifying the need for proactive investments in...
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- Times of India12:00
Roger Federer’s foundation has made early education a major focus across Southern Africa, supporting children, teachers and communities in countries including South Africa, Lesotho, Malawi, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. In 2025, Federer revealed that its work in South Africa had provided quality preschool education to more than 300,000 children. However, significant gaps remain, with millions of children still needing stronger access to quality early learning and educational resources.
- AllAfrica12:27
[Nile Post] The Minister of Health, Dr Chris Baryomunsi, has released preliminary findings from the 2025 Uganda Population-based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA), showing that HIV remains a significant public health concern across the country.
- AllAfrica12:30
[Nile Post] Uganda's HIV prevalence among people aged 15 years and above stands at 5.9%, according to preliminary findings from the 2025 Uganda Population-Based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA).
- newvision.co.ug12:59
The public has not yet fully recognised the role architects play in the construction sector, and many think they are very expensive, a misconception that he said needs to be demystified.
- newvision.co.ug13:09
The authority had brought in additional staff from Mukono, Wakiso, various divisions and other parts of the country, including Adjumani, to help meet the demand.
- newvision.co.ug13:58
Kansiime said the hoes would be distributed to households recorded during the 2024 census.
- AllAfrica15:14
[Nyasa Times] Music fans across Malawi are gearing up for a weekend of beats and sunshine, after organisers confirmed Zambian star Yo Maps as the headline act for this year's Sand Music Festival, themed "Rhythms of the Shore."
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Fri, 2 October 2026
17 reports- AllAfrica04:50
[Daily Maverick] Johannesburg police are accused of using xenophobic profiling against both foreign nationals and naturalised South African citizens.
- AllAfrica04:54
[The Conversation Africa] Plants use carbon dioxide (CO₂) in photosynthesis to make the carbohydrates they need to grow. As the CO₂ in the atmosphere rises, mainly because humans are burning fossil fuels, many plants can photosynthesise more or use water more efficiently. This is known as "CO₂ fertilisation".
- AllAfrica05:27
[Namibian] Utility plans major solar, wind, battery projects
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[Independent (Kampala)] At a recent coronation event for the Omukama of Tooro, His Majesty Edward Kijanangoma Rukidi Nyabongo I, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni urged local leadership to prioritise addressing the region's high HIV prevalence, notably contrasting it with Karamoja, where HIV prevalence is lowest. That local call to action is backed by robust national data.
- AllAfrica05:43
[GroundUp] These are the metros where long interruptions are most common
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[Nyasa Times] Malawi has dramatically ramped up plans to build a brand new north-bound railway connecting the landlocked nation to the Tanzania-Zambia rail network, in a bold bid to slash transport costs that are currently crippling businesses and piling fresh misery onto struggling households.
- AllAfrica05:57
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's Anti-Corruption Bureau is locked in a desperate race against the clock to keep a tight grip on funds tied to the controversial purchase of the plush Amaryllis Hotel -- with the clock ticking down fast on a crucial three-month restriction order due to expire next week.
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Credit: AU Ahead of the AU-backed Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA) launch on October 7, AfDB President Sidi Ould Tah outlined an initiative to help African governments prepare.
- AllAfrica14:32
[GroundUp] Students continued to protest despite a high court interdict
- citizen.co.za15:15
The DA says Mashazi should be held accountable for the decisions she made as City Manager in the City of Ekurhuleni.
- citizen.co.za15:15
A financial services professional in Hilton is accused of grooming and abusing women for more than a decade.
- AllAfrica16:45
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Nutrition activists are calling for greater attention to the nutritional needs of adolescents and young people, warning that Uganda's traditional focus on malnutrition among children under five is leaving older children with less attention.
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[Nile Post] Government has reaffirmed its support for regulated medical cannabis and industrial hemp production, while warning investors and operators against diverting controlled substances into illicit markets.
- AllAfrica17:12
[Nile Post] CRS and Caritas Moroto have successfully completed a Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) response supporting 1,554 drought-affected households across Napak and Nabilatuk districts in Karamoja. The intervention reached 826 households in Nabilatuk and 728 households in Napak, providing vulnerable families with direct cash support to help them meet their most urgent needs, including food, healthcare, education, water, and livelihood recovery.
- AllAfrica17:44Uganda: Parliament Verifies Digital Number Plate Tracking Works and Identifies Areas for Improvement
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Members of Parliament's Committee on Physical Infrastructure, led by Chairperson Mwine Mpaka, have visited the Police Command Centre at Naguru to see first-hand how the Digital Number Plate System operates. This, days after legislators questioned whether its security and vehicle-tracking functions were delivering the intended results.
- AllAfrica17:48
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- VICE President Deogratius Ndejembi said Tanzania leads Africa in connecting citizens to electricity services, citing World Bank statistics as evidence of the country's progress.
Sat, 3 October 2026
6 reports- tribuneonlineng.com10:01
Shareholders’ funds of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have risen to almost $9 billion, reflecting sustained capital injections
- wattsupwiththat.com13:00
African governments should demand that the African Development Bank and World Bank restore financing for fossil fuel plants and for the infrastructure to connect them to consumers. This is the bare minimum needed for the continent’s most desperate to escape poverty.
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Party asks apex court to order that candidates can register for polls, saying voters will be disenfranchised otherwise
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But there are fascinating results in the offing, writes Peter Bruce.
- timeslive.co.za22:00
Far-fetched as they might have seemed at the time, all of Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s corruption alarms have proven spot-on, writes Barney Mthombothi.
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Sun, 4 October 2026
3 reports- enca.com00:00
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Returnees face economic hardship and limited support as they try to rebuild in Zimbabwe.
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[Africa CDC] Kinshasa -- The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) welcomes and supports the position of the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, expressed through the Ministry of Public Health, Hygiene and Social Welfare, to strengthen transparency, traceability and accountability in the management of resources mobilised for the Ebola response.
Mon, 5 October 2026
21 reports- AllAfrica01:53
[Daily Trust] The Federal Government has charged young Nigerians to move beyond discussions on various platforms, including online and offline, to develop practical solutions that can address mounting challenges which have confronted them over the time.
- AllAfrica02:22
[Daily Maverick] Next month's election is likely to reveal that the ANC has fallen further, but the real question is about the rate of decline.
- AllAfrica02:22
[Daily Maverick] Andile Lungisa went from ANC mayoral hopeful to candidate list casualty after the party's vetting process raised questions about his eligibility. Now he wants the courts to decide whether the ANC had the right to remove him.
- AllAfrica02:22
[Daily Maverick] EFF president Julius Malema promised Nelson Mandela Bay residents free water and electricity, bigger RDP houses, more social grants and free school meals and uniforms - pledges that stretch well beyond the powers and responsibilities of local government.
- cajnewsafrica.com04:48
by SAVIOUS KWINIKA JOHANNESBURG, (CAJ News) - AFRICA'S ambition to benefit from artificial intelligence (AI) is entering a more demanding phase, with infrastructure, computing capacity, connectivity and specialist skills emerging as important as the technology itself. A technology analysis published on Sunday highlighted the growing debate around Africa’s AI ambitions ahead of the Africa Tech
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[Nyasa Times] A council has launched a K559 million house for a government extension worker in a village where the High Court found voters were handed cash during the last election, while the constituency's MP waits to learn if she keeps her seat.
- AllAfrica05:00
[This Day] A new survey has found that Nigerians are increasingly turning to formal credit to meet everyday consumption and cope with financial pressures, rather than to expand businesses or build productive capacity.
- AllAfrica05:13
[Nile Post] President Museveni has urged the Church to strengthen its partnership with government to promote socio-economic transformation and improve the livelihoods of Ugandans.
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[Daily News] TANZANIA stands among Africa's most resource-rich nations, endowed with vast mineral deposits, natural gas reserves, wildlife, forests, fertile land, water resources and an extensive coastline.
- polity.org.za08:27
The 2026 Joburg Indaba (Indaba) comes at a critical moment for South African mining. Demand for secure mineral supply is rising, but capital remains selective. South Africa has abundant mineral resources, mining expertise and private-sector capability. The constraints are well known: unreliable logistics, slow permitting, uneven regulatory administration and the high cost of doing business. The question is whether South Africa can convert its considerable strengths, and the momentum behind ...
- polity.org.za08:43
AfriForum has demanded urgent intervention from Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane, Acting National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), following repeated armed confrontations between suspected illegal-mining groups in the Schoemanskloof area of Mpumalanga. The civil rights organisation has requested feedback from Dimpane regarding SAPS’s plans to regain control of this illegal-mining hotspot and dismantle the criminal networks operating there. In August, six suspected...
- AllAfrica08:54
[Africa CDC] Accra, Ghana -- The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is supporting Ghana to strengthen its Public Health Emergency Operations Centres (PHEOCs), which coordinate information, expertise and resources during health emergencies.
- polity.org.za08:58
Today’s News24/SABI poll confirms the significant shift in South African politics we're seeing on the ground. The DA is now within five points of the ANC nationally, is the most favourably viewed party among voters polled, and is the leading party across the metros surveyed except eThekwini. The poll gives the DA the best net favourability score of the parties tested. In Tshwane, the DA leads the ANC by eight points. In Johannesburg, Helen Zille leads the mayoral race. In Cape Town, voters are...
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%%title%% %%sep%% %%primary_category%% %%sep%% %%sitename%% %%sep%% Best female gospel artist Udochi Nwagboso and best gospel rap winner Leopold ‘Dee’A’ Vatilifa have called for greater opportunities, stronger industry structures and continued investment in Namibian gospel music.
- newvision.co.ug09:10
“You may belong to National Unity Platform, Uganda People’s Congress UPC, the National Resistance Movement NRM and any other party; stop fighting each other. Embrace love, unity and peace for a better Uganda,” Kaziimba told the mass at Emmanuel Cathedral Church.
- AllAfrica10:30
[GroundUp] The march has become one of SA's largest events for public solidarity with Palestine
- AllAfrica10:37
[Nyasa Times] A prominent political commentator has accused President Peter Mutharika's government of recycling the excuses of its predecessor, as motorists face long queues and patchy supplies of petrol and diesel.
- AllAfrica12:47
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Billionaire industrialist Aliko Dangote has called for faster industrialisation across Africa, saying the continent must create jobs and economic opportunities to absorb its growing young population.
- Novinky (Czechia)13:10
Vstup do východoafrické Tanzanie je nově podmíněn cestovním pojištěním. Od 1. října si ho musejí za 44 dolarů (zhruba 960 korun) koupit všichni turisté starší 18 let. Platí to pro pevninu i souostroví Zanzibar.
- telecompaper.com14:46
The Djibouti government is exploring a partnership with digital infrastructure operator Wingu Africa to equip young people with high-demand digital skills, according to the Agence Djiboutienne d'Information (ADI). ICT minister Mohamed Abdoulkader Moussa Helem met with a Wingu Africa delegation on 28 September to discuss expanding the nation's digital infrastructure. To formalize the initiative, both parties agreed to set up a joint working task force to draft a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)...
Tue, 6 October 2026
27 reports- enca.com00:00
The party initially committed to announcing its mayoral candidates in September, after failing to do so in August.
- nyasatimes.com02:07
There is a kind of honesty that only arrives once denial has become impossible, and Malawi's health system produced two versions of it in the space of a sing... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
- the-star.co.ke02:30
Health workers, laboratories and regulators are being prepared for a possible breakthrough
- AllAfrica03:31
[Nyasa Times] A Lilongwe resident has submitted a draft Constitutional Amendment Bill to Parliament proposing far-reaching reforms to Malawi's Vice-Presidency, including ending the automatic succession of a Vice-President to the presidency and making the office entirely appointive and removable by the President, Nyasa Times has learnt.
- AllAfrica03:46
[GroundUp] Most new applicants have been barred from accessing the system since at least 2020
- AllAfrica03:59
[Nile Post] President Yoweri Museveni has questioned the handling of the appeal by Christopher Okello Onyum, who was convicted and sentenced to death for the murder of four toddlers at a daycare centre in Ggaba, Kampala.
- mwnation.com08:00
The Ministry of Health and Sanitation has described the shortage of medicines in public health facilities as a crisis, with foreign exchange shortages and accumulated debt to suppliers worsening the situation. Meanwhile, in a bid to ensure medicines are available in hospitals, the ministry has turned to local pharmaceutical manufacturers to identify drugs they can …
- mwnation.com08:10
Personal business interests, lack of commitment and language barriers are keeping members of Parliament (MPs) out of the chamber, a new study has found. The study, titled ‘Parliamentary Absenteeism in Malawi: Causes, Implications and Way Forward’, was conducted by the Political Science Department of the Catholic University of Malawi (Cunima) and presented at the 4th …
- mwnation.com08:16
The persistent nationwide fuel shortage has pushed transportation fares up, with commuters digging deeper into their pockets. For example, commuters from Area 25 to Lilongwe’s Old Town are paying K6 000, up from K4 000 while from Chinsapo to Lilongwe Bus Depot, they are paying K2 000, up from K1 000. Commuters resort to hitch-hiking …
- theherald.co.za08:17
Eastern Cape ANC chair Oscar Mabuyane has warned that the party enters the upcoming local government elections in a severely weakened state, citing factionalism, failing…
- blueprint.ng08:21
The World Health Organisation (WHO) Monday said nearly 150 million people in Africa are living with mental health, neurological or substance use conditions
- AllAfrica08:22
[Independent (Kampala)] Uganda's seven-decade electricity journey reveals the gap between generating electricity and getting it reliably into homes, businesses and communities
- mwnation.com08:30
Malawi’s first-ever tax justice tribunal members are getting ready to begin working four months after being sworn in. The Revenue Appeals Tribunal panellists took the oath of office in May, but their induction only started yesterday in Thyolo District. Deputy Chief Justice Lovemore Chikopa opened the three-day training with a call to impartiality and professionalism …
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Credit: bne IntelliNews The UN chose to support Guinea, Madagascar, Nigeria, Zambia and Zimbabwe on Critical Energy Transition Minerals. Chinese groups enter the programme with an advantage. The picture is less clear for the African states.
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LUSAKA, Oct 6 (Reuters) – Zambia’s government will sign an agreement allowing it to receive $1.5 billion in health funding from the United States after resolving concerns over Washington’s request for medical data, its health minister said on Tuesday. Earlier this year negotiations stalled over…
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By Yasmeen Abutaleb, Simon Lewis, Ammu Kannampilly and Emma Farge WASHINGTON/NAIROBI, Oct 6 (Reuters) – When US doctor Patrick LaRochelle realized in May that he’d been exposed to Ebola in a mining town in Democratic Republic of Congo, he expected to be rushed home for…
- vietnamnews.vn09:45
The forum titled ’Prospects of economic, trade and investment cooperation between Việt Nam and Tanzania’ was held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Monday.
- newvision.co.ug10:40
Discussions focused on how regional leadership and health systems can be strengthened to improve sickle cell prevention, care and management. Participants also emphasized the need for coordinated community education, testing, timely diagnosis, appropriate treatment and sustained follow-up care for people living with the condition.
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[Independent (Kampala)] Lira -- Health stakeholders in Lango Sub-Region have called for stronger regional leadership, greater public awareness and improved access to treatment as Uganda steps up efforts to address the burden of sickle cell disease, it said on Oct.5 in a media statement.
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Credit: bne IntelliNews Zambia’s government says it is now comfortable with a revised five-year health agreement with the United States and expects to sign it on October 8.
- independent.co.ug13:00
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Housing Finance Bank (HFB) has been reappointed by the Bank of Uganda as a Primary Dealer Market Maker (PDMM) for the 2026–2029 cycle, extending its role in Uganda’s government securities market to nine years. The reappointment, announced on October 5, 2026, places HFB among financial institutions authorised to participate directly …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandan fintech companies are seeking opportunities beyond the domestic market as demand grows for faster cross-border payments, digital-asset settlement and financial services across Africa. The companies are positioning themselves for a regional market where businesses increasingly need to move money between countries, currencies and payment systems. That push will be …
- AllAfrica15:16
[New Zimbabwe] PRESIDENTIAL Advisor Paul Tungwarara has confirmed that he was airlifted to South Africa but disputed that this was due to a medical emergency.
- ecowas.int16:45STRENGTHENING THE SURVEILLANCE AND CONTROL OF TRANSBOUNDARY ANIMAL DISEASES WITHIN THE ECOWAS REGION
—D'une CEDEAO des Etats à une CEDEAO des peuples
- Anadolu Agency (AA)20:24
UN health agency to continue closely monitoring situation, says director general
- punchng.com23:01
An analysis of how insecurity, including banditry and farmer-herder clashes, has disrupted agriculture, leading to low food production and food insecurity
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Organisers of the Pivot Conference 4.0 say the South-East region needs digital transformation to drive economic growth and connect people to opportunities.
Wed, 7 October 2026
27 reports- namibiansun.com00:05
Namibia’s recent offshore discoveries have transformed the scale of the country’s energy opportunity. But discovery alone will not deliver national prosperity.The true measure...
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As Namibia’s financial markets continue to evolve, investors are being introduced to a new concept that will play an increasingly important role in how securities are bought,...
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There is no prize for getting Namibia Air into the sky quickly if the country spends the next decade paying to keep it there. Rather, Namibia should use this opportunity to study...
- standardmedia.co.ke03:00
Capital markets provide an important link between savings and investment by enabling governments and companies to raise long-term financing for projects
- AllAfrica03:52
[Africa CDC] The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has reaffirmed its support to Kenya following confirmation of the country's first imported case of Bundibugyo Ebola Virus Disease and the subsequent death of the patient.
- NYT World04:01
Anti-immigrant violence in South Africa has forced tens of thousands to return to Malawi, severing badly needed cash flows and leaving families hungry.
- AllAfrica04:01
[GroundUp] Immigrants queuing at Home Affairs in Durban targeted by xenophobic group
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[Nyasa Times] An International Monetary Fund team has concluded two weeks of talks in Malawi without reaching a final agreement on a new lending programme, though it praised the government's progress on economic reforms.
- standardmedia.co.ke05:34
The financing solutions are designed to address a critical financing gap for many digital and digitally enabled businesses that struggle to secure commercial loans.
- news.az06:50
Nigeria’s transition towards a greener economy is increasingly becoming more than an environmental policy choice. It is evolving into a br...
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[New Zimbabwe] The South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) said that it had been facilitating discussions between ministers at binational commission meetings to get Zimbabwe to release funds owed to businesses in the neighbouring country.
- AllAfrica10:18
[Africa CDC] A 2026 Lancet Global Health analysis using Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2023 data finds that non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are accounting for a growing share of Africa's health burden.
- AllAfrica10:58
[Vanguard] Nigeria has warned that the United Nations liquidity crisis must not disproportionately undermine human rights assistance to developing and conflict-affected countries.
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[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa -- The 54 WHO recognized African countries represent nearly 30% of WHO Membership. Therefore, when leaders of this global health institution are selected, Africans should have the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates: their vision, priorities, and commitments to our continent.
- mg.co.za13:18
The arrest of top detective Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya on serious sexual offence charges highlights a deepening crisis of trust and leadership in the…
- AllAfrica13:20
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Ten clean energy projects across eight African countries are set to receive more than £2 million to expand renewable energy solutions in healthcare, telecommunications, agriculture, fishing and small businesses.
- AllAfrica13:25
[Daily Maverick] South Africa has laws, strategies and institutions to combat gender-based violence and femicide. What is missing is a sufficiently funded frontline system that protects women where they live, travel and work; responds quickly to threats and supports survivors from their first report through to justice.
- dailynews.co.tz13:28
DAR ES SALAAM: Mixx Tanzania has unveiled a leadership transition as it moves to strengthen its executive team and build on its position in the country’s growing digital financial services market. The transition will see fintech executive Louis-Olivier Favot take over as Chief Executive Officer from Angelica Pesha, who is concluding more than 15 years …
- dailynews.co.tz13:39
ZANZIBAR: Yas Tanzania has strengthened its support for Zanzibar’s digital transformation after receiving recognition for its contribution to the island’s technology and artificial intelligence ecosystem. The recognition came during the closing of the Tech & AI Expo Zanzibar 2026, where Zanzibar’s Minister for Communication, Information Technology and Innovation, Mudrick Ramadhan Soraga, presented a certificate of …
- uneca.org13:45
Port Louis, Mauritius, 6 October 2026 (ECA) - Africa needs deeper capital markets, stronger financial institutions and better mechanisms for mobilizing its own resources if it is to finance development at the scale required, experts said at the 2nd Annual Conference on Credit Ratings, which concluded in Mauritius on 6 October.Over two days, policymakers, credit rating experts,
- Le Monde (France)14:00
Même si les Etats-Unis ont rouvert le robinet d’aide à l’ONG française pour répondre à l’épidémie d’Ebola en République démocratique du Congo, l’association continue de subir la baisse globale des financements publics américains et européens. Une dépendance dont elle cherche à sortir en ciblant les dons provenant des particuliers et des grandes entreprises.
- AllAfrica15:33
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has urged parliamentarians to use their legislative and budgetary powers to strengthen health systems, reduce dependence on foreign aid and prepare for future pandemics.
- dailynews.co.tz16:11
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA and Mozambique have agreed to continue cooperating in addressing security challenges, including organised cross-border crime, misuse of technology, terrorism and other acts that may threaten peace and security in the two countries. The agreement was reached and signed yesterday in Dar es Salaam by the Minister for Defence and National Service, …
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DAR ES SALAAM: MINISTER for Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups, Dkt. Dorothy Gwajima, has called for increased investment in girls’ education, safety, health and development as Tanzania prepares to join the rest of the world in marking the International Day of the Girl Child on October 11. Gwajima made the call today while …
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Beyond Nigeria, concerns over Ebola and declining malaria financing also kept regional health security in focus.
- nyasatimes.com18:28
A youth activist has accused Malawi's politicians of using football tournaments as a substitute for meaningful youth development, arguing that money spent on... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
- nyasatimes.com18:45
For Esnart Mshamboza, the confiscation of her business merchandise was more than the loss of goods. It was the crushing of a livelihood she had fought to bui... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
Thu, 8 October 2026
18 reports- theafronews.com03:45
At The Afro News, we believe that a healthy and functional democracy depends on strong representation, responsible leadership, informed citizens, and meaningful community participation.
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Zambia: Zambia Finalises U.S.$1.5 Bln Us Health Funding Deal As Zimbabwe Rejects Terms[New Zimbabwe] Zambia is set to sign a US$1.5 billion health funding agreement with the United States this week after resolving a dispute over sensitive health data-sharing requirements.
- AllAfrica06:10
[Nile Post] The government has renewed its call for urgent action to eliminate child labour, slavery and trafficking in Uganda, with officials urging stronger coordination and practical interventions to protect children.
- AllAfrica06:46
[Nyasa Times] A political analyst has moved to calm growing public unease over President Peter Mutharika's repeated unexplained trips abroad, insisting there is nothing sinister to worry about as the president jets off to South Africa for the fifth time this year.
- AllAfrica07:55
[Nile Post] Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania are pushing for a new approach to climate adaptation that places communities at the centre of decision-making, financing and implementation as the region grapples with increasingly unpredictable weather patterns.
- AllAfrica08:34
[Nile Post] President Museveni's directive to intensify the fight against corruption and strengthen accountability in government programmes is gaining momentum, with at least Shs22.7 billion linked to corruption-related complaints and cases currently under investigation.
- standardmedia.co.ke09:39
Government should ensure health facilities have adequate personal protective equipment, isolation units remain fully operational and surveillance at ports of entry is intensified.
- AllAfrica12:30
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Health has called on religious and cultural leaders to use their influence in communities to encourage pregnant women to attend antenatal care and deliver at accredited health facilities as part of efforts to reduce maternal deaths in Uganda.
- AllAfrica12:56
[Leadership] The growing burden of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in Nigeria is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore, with hypertension, diabetes, unhealthy lifestyles and inadequate access to sustained medical care contributing to preventable deaths across the country.
- biometricupdate.com14:10
Namibia MPs question rural access, cybersecurity and interoperability as the country prepares to launch its delayed national digital ID.
- malawivoice.com14:15
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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- East Africa has four years to deliver on its 2030 malaria elimination ambition, but lessons from China's seven-decade journey suggest the region must move faster from broad malaria control to a far more targeted system built around finding, investigating, and responding to every case.
- BBC News World16:24
The US will provide $1.5bn (£1.1bn) under the deal that was negotiated after Trump cut USAID funding.
- Le Figaro (France)16:50
Les incidents ont eu lieu à Johannesburg et à Durban, où une manifestation avait été organisée par un groupe exigeant qu’un centre d’accueil pour réfugiés cesse de traiter les demandes d’asile.
- DW Top Stories18:42
A court order requiring the government to resume processing asylum applications reignited violent protests against immigration in South Africa.
- DW Top Stories18:42edited after publishing
South Africa has withdrawn a controversial asylum directive after anti-migrant protests descended into violence and chaos on Thursday.
- AllAfrica20:17
[State Department] The United States and the Republic of Zambia today signed a five-year bilateral Health Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) under the Trump Administration's America First Global Health Strategy (AFGHS), a new model of health partnership built around greater Zambian investment, stronger accountability, and a clear path toward self-reliance.
- Al Jazeera English20:43
Several cars torched and foreign-run businesses forced to shut in Johannesburg's Soweto and coastal city of Durban.
Fri, 9 October 2026
20 reports- BBC News World04:44
South Africa has experienced recurrent outbreaks of violence, often targeting migrants from neighbouring countries.
- AllAfrica05:00
[Daily Maverick] Ten cars were set alight in Orlando West, Soweto, on Thursday following violence between community members and foreign shop owners.
- allafrica.com05:10
China has given Kenya a US$2 million grant to strengthen the country's response to drought and preparedness for potential Ebola outbreaks as the government confronts mounting climate and public health risks.
- allafrica.com05:33
Namibia and Germany have agreed to focus their development partnership on climate-resilient access to safe water and conservation of Namibia's biodiversity.
- malawi24.com05:39
The people running Malawi’s key governance institutions are facing a review of their conditions of service as Parliament examines proposed changes to
- AllAfrica05:51
[GroundUp] Residents say they are worried about possibly getting water-borne illnesses
- allafrica.com06:19
Women entrepreneurs who were unable to access loans under the Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) project are set to benefit from a new government grant scheme aimed at widening access to business financing.
- allafrica.com06:20
Democratic Front president Mathias Mpuuga has warned that prolonged drought in parts of Uganda could deepen food insecurity, accusing government of failing to do enough to protect communities from the effects of the dry spell and rising costs.
- malawi24.com06:21
Some children in Zomba have been missing out on quality early lear ning because of shortages of caregivers, food and play materials. A new initiative is
- blueprint.ng06:29
The national chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, has said the federal government ongoing digital infrastructure
- malawi24.com06:52
For many Malawians grappling with the rising cost of living and limited economic opportunities, the need for reforms that deliver real change has become
- channelafrica.co.za07:15
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[Health-e] Elias Jim spent 24 years in prison before becoming a mentor. Indoda Wednesday tackles violence, mental health and substance abuse. The programme links thousands of men to health and support services.
- AllAfrica12:18
[Independent (Kampala)] Terego, Uganda -- The Protect SRHR consortium has held an annual intergenerational dialogue in Terego District to strengthen community action against teenage pregnancies, child marriage and teenage motherhood.
- ewn.co.za12:27
The department was responding in Parliament to News24’s investigative media reports that have pointed to the department drawing funds from its National Health Insurance budget to spend R182 million on advertising campaigns on Friday.
- AllAfrica13:21
[Nile Post] The Minister of Health, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has reiterated the Government's commitment to improving the availability, distribution and management of medicines and medical supplies across the country.
- businessincameroon.com13:45
Cameroon is moving to accelerate the development of its financial technology sector and expand access to digital financial services through a new
- businessincameroon.com13:45
Cameroon's state-owned electricity utility Socadel has unveiled a CFA107 billion emergency plan for 2026–2027 to improve power supply and restore its
- Anadolu Agency (AA)17:33
More than 6.1M people displaced, 26M face food insecurity as humanitarian response struggles with $1B funding gap
- nigerianeye.com20:30
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4 reports- newvision.co.ug16:31
Gen. Salim Saleh has urged African military leaders to make wealth creation and poverty eradication central to their security strategies, arguing that lasting peace depends not only on winning wars but also on transforming lives and livelihoods.
- channelafrica.co.za16:45
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Credit: AI-generated illustration of cannabis harvesting Morocco leads Africa's regulated cannabis production, while Ghana and Botswana develop cultivation and South Africa faces unresolved retail restrictions.
- newvision.co.ug20:27
Tomorrow’s test is whether it has the electricity, computing capacity, resilient data centres, fibre and skilled people to operate the intelligent economy taking shape upon them, writes Godfrey Mutabazi
Sun, 11 October 2026
3 reports- newzimbabwe.com03:50
Bloomberg Zimbabwe said there’s no reason to delay a ban on exports of lithium concentrate that’s scheduled to come into effect in January. The southern African nation halted shipments of lithium concentrate in February to promote domestic processing of higher value products and curb illegal shipments of the metal that’s used in the production of […]
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Cops on a hot tin roof: how scandals pummel SAPS’ plansAs corruption accusations spread among officers, SAPS bosses are scrambling to address a recruitment crisis, overworked detectives and the growing threat of transnational organised crime.…
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UTM leader Kabambe calls for honest debate on forex challenges - The Maravi Post
Mon, 12 October 2026
27 reports- AllAfrica02:53
[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 4-5 June 2026
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[New Zimbabwe] THE Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) says it is struggling to keep hospitals running, retain health workers in rural areas and secure essential medicines as unpredictable funding, collapsing donor support and growing disease burdens pile pressure on the health system.
- AllAfrica03:55
[Nyasa Times] Africa has strong seed policies but weak delivery, says AGRA president in The New African
- AllAfrica03:55
[SAnews.gov.za] Government has warned that individuals using social media to incite violence, intimidate foreign nationals or mobilise unlawful activities will face the consequences of their actions as tensions surrounding migration and asylum applications continue.
- AllAfrica03:56
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA has been described as one of the best countries that offers a promising opportunity to build lasting investor relationships with international property investment.
- cbn.co.za04:00
AI in water treatment is being tested by South Africa’s NICP to support troubleshooting, failure analysis and engineering decisions at treatment plants.
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[Daily Trust] Another batch of 111 distressed Nigerians have returned from South Africa following the xenophobic attacks in the country.
- AllAfrica05:02
[Daily Trust] A health agreement worth $5bn between Nigeria and the United States has raised dust after Ghanaian President, John Dramani Mahama, revealed that his country rejected a similar deal over data infringement concerns.
- AllAfrica05:04
[Leadership] The World Bank has identified a $12.4 billion unexplained gap in Nigeria's external accounts in the first half of 2026, warning that it may partly reflect oil export earnings that were not repatriated to the country.
- opportunitiesforafricans.com05:36
Application Deadline: 16 October 2026. Applications are now open for the 2026 UNDP Timbuktoo Pan-African MineTech Startup Incubation Programme. The timbuktoo MineTech Hub, together with the United Nations Development Programme…
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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The African Union (AU) will push for reforms to the global financial system, improved debt resolution mechanisms and stronger financial independence for the continent during the 2026 International Monetary Fund (IMF)-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand.
- AllAfrica05:43
[GroundUp] Ditsobotla in North West has been failing for years
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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Amref Health Africa has called on African governments to increase domestic health financing and strengthen primary healthcare systems as declining international aid threatens the sustainability of essential health services across the continent.
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WATCH LIVE | ANC heads to ConCourt in bid to put 181 candidates on ballotParty blamed administrative delays for missed August 28 cutoff
- dailytrust.com12:58
At least 197,000 people receiving HIV/AIDS care in Benue State face funding uncertainty following a decline in international donor support for APIN Public...
- theheraldghana.com13:36
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Ghana and the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations have begun training 50 public officials in artificial intelligence (AI), data management and digital governance as part of efforts to accelerate digital transformation across the public sector. The three-day training, which began on Monday, October 12, 2026, is designed […]
- BBC News World14:18
Shadrack Sibiya had denied grooming a 16-year-old and raping an 18-year-old.
- nyasatimes.com15:07Fuel war erupts: Malawi launches nationwide crackdown on illegal fuel trade amid deepening shortages
A nationwide crackdown on fuel hoarders, black-market traders and illegal motorcycle operators has been launched as authorities move to stamp out a thriving ... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
- AllAfrica15:32
[Namibian] Deputy minister of industries, mines and energy Gaudentia Kröhne urges rural communities not to view solar electricity as a second-class solution, as it can power their houses the same as grid electricity.
- AllAfrica15:33
[Namibian] Fishermen facing the termination of the Government Employment Redress Programme say they are uncertain about their futures.
- AllAfrica15:34
[Namibian] Popular Democratic Movement president McHenry Venaani has proposed that between 2% and 5% of mining royalties could be channelled directly to communities living around mining operations through community trusts.
- english.news.cn15:45
South Africa to release 2.5 mln hectares of state land to black farmers: president-
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South Africa to release 2.5 mln hectares of state land to black farmers: president-
- opportunitiesforafricans.com18:24
Application Deadline: October 31st, 2026 Applications are now open for the 2027/2028 African Export -Import Bank (Afreximbank) Internship Program. Afreximbank Group recognises that as part of its mandate to promote…
- UN Press22:07
Speakers in the General Assembly called for stronger African ownership of Africa’s vast resources, fairer international partnerships and greater investment, warning that illicit financial flows, mounting debt and declining development assistance continue to undermine the continent’s progress.
- miragenews.com22:30
The General Assembly on Monday adopted a political declaration on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response, by 153 in favour to three against
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Tue, 13 October 2026
18 reports- AllAfrica04:53
[CJID] The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) will launch SautiHealth, a technology-enabled platform for monitoring, analysing, and summarising public statements by health sector professionals, leaders, and institutions across Africa. The platform is an initiative of the CJID developed in partnership with the US-based research nonprofit Media Ecosystem Analysis Group (MEAG) to strengthen access to structured and verifiable public health information across the continent.
- AllAfrica05:08
[Daily Trust] The Federal Government has urged states to strengthen budget planning and execution as they prepare their 2027 budgets, with emphasis on aligning spending with development priorities and available resources.
- AllAfrica05:24
[GroundUp] 24 people appeared in the Durban Magistrates Court on Monday
- AllAfrica05:37
[Nigeria Health Watch] The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a new five-year strategy for its Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence, charting a path towards a world where every country can detect and understand emerging health threats within 24 hours of their appearance by 2030. Strengthening rapid detection is a cornerstone of global health security, helping countries contain outbreaks before they escalate into larger epidemics or spread internationally.
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- Al Jazeera English08:25
Africa is rich in energy, yet hundreds of millions Africans still live without electricity, most of the world's total.
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Mapping Africa’s energy wealth and 560 million who remain without power Al Jazeera See more headlines & perspectives on Google News
- AllAfrica10:32
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's government has denied reports that President Peter Mutharika has travelled to India for medical treatment, saying he remains in South Africa on a private visit.
- AllAfrica10:46
[Independent (Kampala)] The East African country's HIV progress is running into a stubborn diagnosis gap, as prevalence stands at 7.3% among women and 4.1% among men
- AllAfrica10:53
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Microsoft plans to close part of its Africa Development Centre (ADC) in Nairobi as it reorganises its engineering operations, with the company currently informing affected employees of the proposed changes.
- AllAfrica12:28
[Nile Post] President Yoweri Museveni has directed the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) to support efforts to curb mineral smuggling and ensure local processors have access to raw materials, accusing illegal miners of frustrating investors and depriving the country of revenue.
- AllAfrica12:46
[RootsToFoods Capital Series] In a RootsToFoods Capital Series interview, Wasim Tahir, Senior Advisor at ODI Global and former director at British International Investment, explains how development finance actually moves private capital into emerging markets, and why the lasting answer lies in deep domestic capital markets and national development banks.
- dailynews.co.tz14:38
DAR ES SALAAM: SAVINGS and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOS) have been urged to strengthen financial services to meet members’ needs and support economic development, particularly by providing loans to finance businesses and other income-generating activities. SACCOS have become an important source of financial support for many Tanzanians, enabling members to access loans to meet their …
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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on the State Department for Correctional Services to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies to improve efficiency, service delivery and rehabilitation programmes in correctional institutions.
- AllAfrica14:50
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's tobacco regulator has urged growers to begin preparations early for the 2026/27 season, warning that timely field management and adherence to recommended farming practices will be crucial to producing leaf capable of attracting stronger prices on international markets.
- dailynews.co.tz17:53
The aim is to enhance the understanding of these key stakeholders, who play an important role in informing the public,” Mr Nyangi added.
- AllAfrica23:59
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] About 150 policymakers, debt-management practitioners and public finance stakeholders from 22 African transition states have concluded a five-day learning workshop in Kigali, Rwanda, aimed at strengthening debt transparency and accountability.
- AllAfrica23:59
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The African Development Bank Group together with the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP) has convened African and Asian economic experts to discuss how Africa can mobilise development financing at scale in an increasingly fragmented global economy.
Wed, 14 October 2026
15 reports- nyasatimes.com00:23
Malawi's major ... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
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The government ha... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
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[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia -- With about 30% of its budget dedicated to training, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is rolling out a new accreditation framework to improve the quality, credibility and professional recognition of public health training delivered by the organisation and its partners.
- AllAfrica05:03
[Nyasa Times] The government has launched a robust defence of its economic record, dismissing allegations by UTM president Dalitso Kabambe as "unsubstantiated" and accusing the opposition leader of engaging in political rhetoric rather than presenting facts.
- AllAfrica05:03
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's major political parties have been urged to resolve internal disputes and strengthen their grassroots structures well ahead of the 2030 General Election, amid growing signs of factionalism within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and the United Transformation Movement (UTM).
- AllAfrica05:03
[Nyasa Times] Malawi cannot afford to rely on external demand or donor support as the global economy slows, according to a senior Reserve Bank of Malawi economist, who has warned that the country is underperforming even by regional standards and must accelerate reforms to strengthen economic resilience.
- AllAfrica05:03
[Nyasa Times] Washington Chimuzu, chief executive of Eris Properties, said greater collaboration between government and developers would be necessary if Malawi is to meet its affordable housing objectives.
- South China Morning Post07:24
Africa’s resources should not be used as a tool for geopolitical rivalry, Chinese President Xi Jinping has warned, as the US challenges Chinese dominance of critical minerals on the continent. “Africa’s resources belong to Africa,” Xi told Botswanan President Duma Boko in Beijing on Tuesday, according to Chinese state news agency Xinhua. He said it was a “historical injustice” that an unfair international division of labour had left the continent at the bottom of industrial and value chains,...
- groundup.org.za09:15
GroundUp publishes original public interest news. We mainly cover education, health, sanitation, immigration and human rights stories.
- standardmedia.co.ke11:52
New African AI council will advise governments on technology rules, public participation, local languages, data ownership and AI risks to democracy and inclusion.
- ntv.co.ug12:24
As mental health challenges continue to rise in Uganda, religious institutions are stepping up efforts to support people affected by mental illness. Watoto Church has donated a wellness centre valu…
- ntv.co.ug12:35
As Uganda pushes for a shift to clean cooking, can ordinary households afford the alternatives to charcoal? We examine the cost of the transition, the available options and the challenges facing ho…
- AllAfrica13:42
[Africa Check] #LGE2026 FACTSHEET: what the data tells us about electricity access in South Africa
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[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- WHEN Tanzania gained independence in 1961, access to healthcare remained a major challenge, particularly for rural communities where medical facilities were scarce and distances to essential services were often considerable.
- wri.org22:45
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) aims to create a single African market of about 1.3 billion people and to liberalize up to 97 percent of trade in goods and services. Many studies project large gains in intra-African agricultural trade, which could raise producers’ incomes and reduce reliance on food imports from outside the continent.
Thu, 15 October 2026
38 reports- namibiansun.com00:10
Speaking at the Namibia Electricity Supply Industry (ESI) Forum 2026 in Windhoek today, Amutse said electricity affordability should be measured by whether households can pay for...
- Anadolu Agency (AA)01:08
Opposition parties seek acknowledgment of legal responsibility, direct compensation for OvaHerero and Nama victims
- AllAfrica02:09
[Ghanaian Times] The Africa Cocoa Finance & Investment Forum (ACFIF) 2026 will bring together investors, financial institutions, policymakers, cocoa industry leaders, development partners and entrepreneurs on October 26, 2026, at Wall Street in New York's Financial District.
- AllAfrica04:27
[Nile Post] Uganda must move beyond preparing to host AFCON 2027 and ensure the tournament creates jobs, expands business opportunities and improves household incomes, stakeholders said at the 7th UG Economic Forum.
- AllAfrica04:27
[Nile Post] President Museveni has urged European countries to support Africa in processing its raw materials into finished products, saying value addition would create jobs, increase export earnings and strengthen trade between the two continents.
- allafrica.com04:54
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) has called for promoting, providing and protecting health in the Eastern Mediterranean region, home to some of the world's top humanitarian crises such as Sudan, Yemen and the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
- AllAfrica05:04
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] The AI 10 Billion Initiative has received a boost following a visit by a delegation from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to the African Development Bank Group to move from launch to delivery.
- AllAfrica05:07
[Nyasa Times] A church-linked development organisation has unveiled ambitious plans to establish 20 new Farmers' Clubs in Ntcheu as part of a K25 billion nationwide programme aimed at boosting food production, tackling poverty and creating wealth in rural communities.
- AllAfrica05:07
[Nyasa Times] The government has hit back at criticism from the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP), saying it has noted the concerns but insisting the country's economic recovery is on track.
- allafrica.com05:11
Both March and March and Operation Dudula attacked Joburg councillor candidate Aziz Ally and his documented Somali volunteer. Now, the IEC has been asked to investigate a violation of the Electoral Code of Conduct.
- allafrica.com05:11
The MK party is widely expected to lead eThekwini in the 4 November polls, but the most likely scenario in Durban is a wobbly coalition where small parties wield disproportionate power.
- allafrica.com05:29
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) says it has approved a record 2 655 067 special vote applications ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections, representing a 131% increase compared with the 1 147 759 applications approved for the 2021 elections.
- AllAfrica05:47
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- AllAfrica07:34
[allAfrica] At dawn in Enugu State, a crate of tomatoes begins a race against the heat. For the woman who grew them, the harvest should mean income: school fees, wages and seed for the next planting season. But without reliable cold storage, she faces a difficult choice. Sell quickly, often at the price offered, or wait and risk watching her harvest spoil.
- Bloomberg Politics08:08
South Africa’s Constitutional Court ruled in favor of the African National Congress in a dispute over candidates excluded from next month’s municipal elections, a judgment that may force the electoral commission to reprint ballot papers weeks before voting begins.
- AllAfrica08:21
[Health-e] dump dust blows into Springs residents' homes.
- iafrica.com09:59
The African Development Bank and the UN Development Programme are moving their AI 10 Billion Initiative into implementation, aiming to mobilise $1 billion a
- iafrica.com10:06
AI could help African creators, languages and stories reach wider audiences through translation, subtitling, localisation and discovery tools, according to
- AllAfrica10:48
[Nyasa Times] A prominent Nigerian evangelist and former disciple of the late Prophet TB Joshua, Wiseman Daniel, is set to visit Malawi for a major gospel crusade aimed at spreading Christianity, healing the sick and empowering young people.
- AllAfrica10:48
[UN News] Countries must accelerate efforts to prevent lead exposure, which is estimated to cause more than 3.5 million deaths globally each year and affects hundreds of millions of children, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Thursday.
- AllAfrica10:48
[Nyasa Times] An advocacy group for refugees in Malawi has called on the government to bring a new Refugee Bill to Parliament without delay.
- AllAfrica10:53
[Nyasa Times] Preacher says judges agreed there was no evidence, that witnesses remain anonymous and that hearsay was rejected, as he questions why some officers who arrested him were themselves later arrested or dismisse
- dailynews.co.tz10:56
TIANJIN: TANZANIA seeks a stronger presence in the international cooperation agenda as an endeavour to improve technical and vocational training and equip young people with skills needed to compete in the global labour market. The Deputy Minister for Education, Science and Technology Wanu Hafidh Ameir, who is leading the country’s delegation to the World Vocational …
- thesun.ng11:01
Nigeria's ranking among top 30 countries burdened by Tuberculosis, TB-HIV co-infection, with the highest global malaria cases and second highest HIV/AIDS burden, has made community-driven intervention critical to addressing systemic gaps in healthcare delivery.
- dailynews.co.tz11:12
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Malawian central bank is seeking to learn from Tanzania’s microfinance regulation system to strengthen oversight of the sector and improve consumer protection. A delegation from the Reserve Bank of Malawi, led by Deputy Governor, Henry Mathanga, visited the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) in Dar es Salaam on October 12, 2026, to …
- dailynews.co.tz11:13
MOROGORO: THE Tanzanian government is targeting food vendors across the country in its drive to expand clean cooking energy use, with leaders of the Tanzania Food Vendors Union (UMALITA) receiving training to promote alternatives to charcoal and firewood. Conducted by the Ministry of Energy, the training held in Morogoro focuses on clean cooking technologies, safe …
- dailynews.co.tz11:38
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’S Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOS) had 981 licensed institutions serving about 1.9 million members and beneficiaries by the end of 2025, with total assets reaching 1.69tri/-. The sector’s assets increased by nearly 16 per cent in one year, highlighting the growing contribution of financial cooperatives to financial inclusion and economic …
- leadership.ng11:46
Tanzania is close to concluding an agreement with a consortium of energy companies, including a $42 billion LNG project to transform the country into an East
- dailynews.co.tz12:00
ARUSHA: AFRICAN African Women from 22 countries across the continent have pointed out the need for all nations to start compiling data on land ownership among female farmers in villages. “It is high time that official data indicating how many rural women in Africa have so far managed or empowered to own land across the …
- dailynews.co.tz12:15
DAR ES SALAAM: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has outlined five key priorities for transforming Africa’s cooperative movement, urging governments and sector stakeholders to protect members’ savings, embrace digitalisation, empower young people, finance African enterprises and strengthen regulatory systems. Speaking today, October 15, when officially opening the SACCA Congress 2026 in Dar es Salaam, Dr …
- apc.org12:45
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The Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA), APC’s longstanding member in Uganda, hosted the 13th edition of the Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa (FIFAfrica26) in Balaclava, Mauritius, between 28 September and 1 October 2026.
- apc.org12:45edited after publishing
In a five-part series, throughout the month of October, we will be republishing the experiences gathered for the report’s impact section. A key area where APC built a common agenda involved better articulating the different kinds of community-centred connectivity initiatives that operate in the Global South, and shifting the understanding of their funding needs.
- oikoumene.org12:45
A webinar on 14 October, “Follow the Money: Multilateral Development Banks, Fossils Fuels and Climate Justice,” hosted by the World Council of Churches (WCC), examined where money is going, what kinds of energy systems and development pathways it is helping to finance, and who bears the costs and risks.
- dailynews.co.tz17:14
DAR ES SALAAM: Yas Tanzania has joined other participants in the inaugural Tanzania-China Nyerere Run on October 14, honouring the legacy of Tanzania’s founding president, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere. The event, which started and ended at the East Africa Commercial & Logistics Center (EACLC) Centre in Ubungo, Dar es Salaam, brought together runners to promote …
- dailynews.co.tz17:26
TUNDUMA: THE Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT), Songwe Campus, has successfully implemented a research project aimed at identifying and promoting the use of locally available natural materials in construction. Funded by the European Union’s ERASMUS programme to the tune of Euro 87,681.15, the project seeks to strengthen researchers’ capacity and assess the quality …
- dailynews.co.tz17:37
CONSTANTINE: TANZANIA has been honoured to the Guest of Honour at the Bati-Est Expo 2026 International Exhibition for Construction, Housing and Infrastructure Projects, taking place in Constantine, Algeria. Tanzania’s Ambassador to Algeria, Mobhare Matinyi, represented the country at the ninth edition of the exhibition, which commenced on October 14, 2026, and runs for three days. …
- dailynews.co.tz17:48
DAR ES SALAAM: GOODWILL (Tanzania) Ceramic Co Ltd is expanding its manufacturing operations through two new production lines expected to create 1,000 direct jobs and increase daily output to 180,000 square metres of tiles and more than 200,000 porcelain pieces. The company on Wednesday broke ground on Tile Line 3 and Daily-Use Porcelain Phase II, …
- dailynews.co.tz19:30
YEREVAN: ZANZIBAR President, Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi, has proposed that Tanzania and Armenia collaborate in establishing a technology training centre in Tanzania to equip young people with modern skills and promote innovation. Dr Mwinyi made the proposal on October 15, 2026, during talks with Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan at the Presidential Palace in Yerevan. He …
Fri, 16 October 2026
23 reports- namibiansun.com00:05
The health ministry's disclosure that Namibia recorded 91 544 mental health cases and 11 489 admissions during the 2024/25 financial year should serve as a warning that mental...
- namibiansun.com00:05
Inspection teams have started searching an area of about 900 square kilometres in the Erongo region for sites planted as part of a nuclear inspection exercise.The N$150 million...
- AllAfrica05:51
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- itweb.co.za06:19
- itweb.co.za06:37
- thenewdawnliberia.com07:21
AfDB and UNDP Advance AI 10 Billion Initiative to Turn Africa’s AI Potential into Productivity
- allafrica.com07:24
Chinese President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that African mineral resources "belong to Africa", offering Beijing's support for the industry and warning against "geopolitical rivalries" that could harm it.
- sanews.gov.za07:54
President Cyril Ramaphosa has uplifted the precautionary suspension of National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), General Fannie Masemola, who will resume his full duties on Monday, 19 October 2026.
- AllAfrica08:36
[Scrolla] Masemola was placed on precautionary suspension in April 2026 after appearing in court on charges linked to a R360-million police health services tender. Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane has served as acting National Police Commissioner, and Ramaphosa says she served with distinction.
- AllAfrica10:14
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's latest bid to turn gold into a lifeline for its struggling economy is facing uncomfortable questions about the evidence on which it has been built.
- faceofmalawi.com11:40
Old Mutual Malawi has donated K7.5 million to the Malawi Microfinance Network (MAMN) to support its 4th Annual Lake Conference, scheduled for October 22–24, 20…
- bizcommunity.com12:28
The Mcambalala project combines planting-season finance, agricultural support and a route to market to help bring communal land into production.
- sowetan.co.za13:18
Ruling favouring ANC extended to other parties as IEC says to not do so would be unfair
- AllAfrica13:26
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Reckitt, the company behind Dettol, and Chil Group have launched the third phase of their school hygiene programme in Uganda, targeting 650,000 pupils in four districts as they seek to reduce preventable illnesses and improve school attendance.
- AllAfrica13:40
[allAfrica] Walk through Nairobi's Kangemi Market, Mile 12 Market in Lagos or Makola Market in Accra, and you will see stalls filled with fresh produce. Yet behind this abundance lies a difficult reality. Farmers struggle to earn enough from what they grow, traders lose produce before it reaches consumers, and many families cannot afford a nutritious meal.
- AllAfrica13:52
[IPS] Bulawayo -- An Ebola death last week in Kenya is highlighting the urgency of Africa's public health emergency preparedness and how the continent's governments are committing their national budgets to the health sector.
- dailymaverick.co.za14:40
Petrol has crossed R30 a litre, and the oil and gas crowd has rolled into Cape Town to tell us the answer is… more oil and gas. This week, KG, Zoë and Stephen read the terms and conditions on African …
- ecr.co.za16:00
IEC chairperson Mosotho Moepya says the ruling affects ballot printing in six municipalities.
- Al Jazeera English16:23
Nasarawa is at the heart of Nigeria’s lithium boom, where artisanal miners hope to benefit from the clean energy race.
- dailymaverick.co.za17:35
President Cyril Ramaphosa has lifted the precautionary suspension of police commissioner General Fannie Masemola, clearing the way for him to return to the helm of the South African Police Service on …
- rfa.org19:42
Police are still investigating the firebombing of the Dalai Lama representative’s home office in South Africa.
- allafrica.com21:51
Tanzania's ambition to build a one trillion US dollar- economy by 2050 rests on a fundamental requirement: the ability to generate reliable energy to power industries, expand production and improve the livelihoods of its people.
- allafrica.com21:51
AS financial services increasingly move towards digital platforms, savings and credit cooperative societies (SACCOs) across Africa face growing pressure to modernise their operations, strengthen accountability and develop services that respond to the needs of a younger generation.
Sat, 17 October 2026
5 reports- citizen.co.za09:58
The ANC Is trying to make inroads in Cape Town, where it has struggled to win voters for years.
- citizen.co.za16:39
Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma's statement comes after several anti-immigration protests around the country and reports she will be arrested
- thesun.ng17:10
Africa does not suffer from a shortage of natural resources, international partnerships or development promises.
- citizen.co.za18:00
Catch up on the biggest stories of Saturday, 18 October 2026, that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.
- channelafrica.co.za18:45
African Development Bank Group (AfDB) Acting Director of Climate Change and Green Growth Dr Al-Hamndou Dorsouma said Africa held about one-quarter of global
Sun, 18 October 2026
5 reports- ugandaonline.net15:45
The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is set to introduce green hydrogen products in Uganda as part of its commitment to environmental sustainability. This initiative aims to benefit local farmers and reduce reliance on imported fertilizers. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/index.php/news/4669/aga-khan-promote-green-energy-products
- ugandaonline.net15:45
Legislators in Uganda are pushing for greater involvement of children in East African Community discussions and policy-making related to climate change. The first EAC Children Summit for Climate Change highlighted the disproportionate impact of climate crises on youth. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/index.php/news/4672/mps-call-childrens-inclusion-regional-climate-decisions
- theheraldghana.com18:31
The Executive Chairperson of the Africa Governance Centre, Benedicta Lasi, has called on African legislatures to rethink conventional approaches to lawmaking to address the challenges posed by the continent’s rapidly growing population. She said Africa’s changing demographic profile required forward-looking laws and stronger institutions capable of responding to rising demands for jobs, education, housing, infrastructure […]
- theheraldghana.com18:36
In Lagos, Nigeria, there is a grassroots movement teaching robotics and artificial intelligence to children as young as eight. SMAIR Foundation is on a mission to make AI and robotics education accessible, foster innovation and prepare young minds with hands-on experience to stand out in the real world. Faithful Ajah, who helped bring the Foundation’s […]
- AllAfrica20:54
[allAfrica] Addis Ababa and Geneva -- Leaders of the Organization of African First Ladies for Development, the African Union and the World Health Organization issue a call to accelerate action on women's cancers in Africa in this AllAfrica guest column during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Mon, 19 October 2026
26 reports- citizen.co.za03:15
According to parliament's portfolio committee on police, Saps recorded a murder detection rate of just 9.5% against a target of 60%.
- AllAfrica03:39
[UN News] The World Health Organization (WHO) is strengthening Ebola preparedness amid conflict and displacement affecting millions of lives in a region that spans parts of Africa, Asia and Europe.
- AllAfrica03:39
[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 17 October 2026
- AllAfrica03:39
[The Conversation Africa] Lowering air pollution in Africa has many economic benefits, according to new research by environmental scientists Chris Malley, Kevin Hicks and Caroline Sawe. They reflect on two reports that set out the practical ways that African countries can cut air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions at the same time, while saving billions through lower healthcare costs, fewer days lost to illness and greater productivity.
- AllAfrica03:39
[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 15 October 2026 - The African Pooled Procurement Mechanism (APPM) has moved from its pilot phase to a fully-fledged continental programme, with eight African Union Member States having signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to participate in the initiative.
- citizen.co.za04:15
Parties must explain how campaign promises will be met, says analyst
- AllAfrica04:21
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- citizen.co.za04:45
ConCourt decision ensures people don't miss out on casting ballots.
- econotimes.com04:53
REA Managing Director Abba Aliyu said the Tallasse system serves 6,028 connections; the four projects under construction are planned for Dukku, Bajoga, Kumo and Kaltungo.
- AllAfrica05:11
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE government has strengthened health screening and surveillance for international travellers entering Tanzania following an Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and a recent case involving a patient who travelled from the country to Kenya.
- AllAfrica05:11
[Nyasa Times] New law aims to reserve incarceration for serious offenders while allowing some convicted of minor crimes to serve sentences within their communities
- AllAfrica05:27
[Daily News] Dodoma -- The initiative to regenerate over 32 million trees across 500,000 hectares of farmland undergoing restoration in various regions of the country is beginning to bear fruit, with farmers in Dodoma reporting improved maize harvests, better soil fertility and increased water retention following the regeneration of trees on their farms.
- the-star.co.ke05:45
Maungu said that the trend where children were opting for quick money at the expense of education was a worrying threat to the future generations and must be re
- AllAfrica05:53
[GroundUp] uMngeni has installed nearly 1,900 smart meters to curb electricity losses
- AllAfrica08:23
[Scrolla] President Cyril Ramaphosa has lifted General Fannie Masemola's suspension after prosecutors dropped charges linked to a R360-million police health services tender. The Madlanga Commission has heard claims that corruption investigators targeted senior police officers without enough evidence and rushed to bring criminal charges.
- AllAfrica09:49
[Nyasa Times] Malawi is set to swelter under a brutal heatwave this week, with temperatures predicted to soar to a scorching 42C in some areas, prompting urgent health warnings from authorities.
- AllAfrica09:49
[Nyasa Times] Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha has delivered a blunt warning to Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) members, telling ambitious figures to stop tearing each other down in the race for power and instead focus on helping President Peter Mutharika rebuild Malawi.
- AllAfrica09:49
[Nyasa Times] The chairperson of the Mulhako wa Alhomwe Cultural Festival has warned politicians and people jostling for leadership positions not to bring divisions into the organisation, saying anyone who insults President Peter Mutharika will face action.
- AllAfrica09:49
[Nyasa Times] The Transporters Association of Malawi (TAM) says about 287 fuel tankers are expected to arrive this week, which could ease the petrol and diesel shortages that have produced long queues across the country.
- malawivoice.com11:09
- africa-newsroom.com11:39
PDX uses artificial intelligence to bring together health and risk information, helping countries spot potential threats early and prepare for and respond to them
- aol.co.uk12:00
Opposition to US-led quarantine center in Kenya follows sweeping funding cuts and withdrawal from WHO
- allafrica.com12:02
First gentleman Epaphras Ndaitwah says former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba's humanitarian work has demonstrated that leadership is measured by lives touched and the difference made in communities.
- AllAfrica14:05
[GroundUp] Ekurhuleni and its water utility face criminal charges
- maravipost.com15:36
Malawi eyes Islamic finance for recrutive investment - The Maravi Post
- maravipost.com17:56
TFM supports IPMM lake conference with MK10m - The Maravi Post
Tue, 20 October 2026
12 reports- AllAfrica05:04
[GroundUp] Public was not warned that water was unsafe for drinking
- allafrica.com05:06
Announcement - The African Development Bank Group and the Government of Denmark have committed to deepening their longstanding cooperation on mobilising private capital, advancing Africa's green transition and strengthening development finance, as access to concessional resources tightens for many African countries.
- AllAfrica05:49
[Bhekisisa] South Africa's LEN roll-out isn't just about getting six-monthly HIV prevention jabs into people's arms. We also need to know whether people return for their next dose, whether clinics have enough stock and who is being left behind. A digital system linking LEN clinics will help us find out.
- georgeherald.com06:46
NATIONAL NEWS - Though the Constitutional...
- AllAfrica07:42South Africa: Elections 2026 - Meriting Families Demand Electricity After Deadly Illegal Connections
[Health-e] Meriting residents: "lllegal electricity connections claimed 9 lives this year.' Families in Meriting have been waiting for electricity for almost a decade. City Power says electrification depends on municipal planning processes.
- AllAfrica09:39
[GroundUp] Cross-subsidised development set to be completed in 2028
- AllAfrica11:16
[Nyasa Times] Malawian households have been dealt another painful cost of living blow after the amount needed by a typical family of six to cover basic needs climbed to almost K1.15 million a month in September.
- AllAfrica11:17
[Nyasa Times] Fuel shortages at the end of September lifted average monthly transport spending in Malawi by 14.3 per cent, according to research by the Employers Consultative Association of Malawi (Ecam).
- sanews.gov.za12:55
Efforts to dismantle illegal mining continue to yield positive results following the arrest of 92 suspected illegal miners, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said.
- malawi24.com13:25
llegal land developments are threatening Lilongwe’s long-term urban planning ambitions, with land reserved for roads, green spaces, river buffer zones and
- malawi24.com14:09
Malawians are struggling to find fuel, but senior government figures are trading words at each other instead of presenting a united front on the country’s
- AllAfrica19:27
[RootsToFoods Capital Series] In a RootsToFoods Capital Series interview, Alexia Latortue, Head of Secretariat of the Future of Development Cooperation Coalition and former U.S. Treasury Assistant Secretary, explains why a system designed after the Second World War must be redesigned around countries' own visions, and why she is not in the camp that says aid is dead.
Wed, 21 October 2026
10 reports- dailydispatch.co.za03:00
Political parties are rolling out their senior leaders in Buffalo City Metro ahead of the local government elections. Cyril Ramaphosa and Julius Malema are leading campa…
- allafrica.com04:50
Analysis - Africa's digital economy is expanding faster than its ability to protect it. INTERPOL's African Cyberthreat Assessment Report 2026, drawing on information from 36 countries, found that artificial intelligence was involved in 55 per cent of reported cybercrimes across the continent. Reported losses rose from $192 million in 2024 to $484 million, while 72 per cent of surveyed countries reported scam centres operating within their borders.
- AllAfrica05:19
[Daily Maverick] Scapegoating migrants won't fix a deliberately broken Home Affairs system or create jobs. South Africa needs real administrative leadership, not political theatre.
- AllAfrica05:19
[New Zimbabwe] PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has challenged businesses across the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) to forge partnerships that boost intra-regional trade, investment and job creation as member states seek to build an integrated regional market.
- bulawayo24.com05:30
THE Bulawayo City Council has bowed to pressure from residents in Cowdray Park's Garikayi/Hlalani Kuhle areas who have been demonstrating against the installati...
- AllAfrica07:19
[263Chat] Zimbabwe has recorded more than 197,000 returnees from South Africa through government-assisted repatriations and self-repatriation, although the number of people returning has significantly declined, the government has said.
- AllAfrica09:55
[GroundUp] Failing municipal sewage systems pollute drinking water for people beyond their jurisdictions
- AllAfrica14:08
[GroundUp] The traders want the court to declare threats and acts of intimidation as unfair discrimination
- bizcommunity.com16:03
South Africa’s latest budget offers relief and renewed hope for growth, but will infrastructure investment and structural reforms be enough to overcome persistent economic headwinds?.
- citizen.co.za18:00
Catch up on the biggest stories this Wednesday, 21 October 2026, in our simple daily news update.
Thu, 22 October 2026
18 reports- AllAfrica05:21
[Daily Maverick] The Bronkhorstspruit water crisis, which has sickened about 450 people, exposes deep-rooted failures in local government, poor oversight and a culture of non-accountability that puts public health at risk. Despite promises of disciplinary action, political patronage and weak enforcement raise doubts that officials will be held responsible or that South Africa's worsening water crisis will be resolved.
- AllAfrica05:28
[New Zimbabwe] Just under 200,000 Zimbabweans have so far fled South Africa's anti-migrant protests, according to the government.
- AllAfrica05:43
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- AllAfrica05:58
[GroundUp] For years seeking asylum has been near impossible
- dailynews.co.tz06:36
ACCRA: TANZANIA has urged African countries to reduce reliance on foreign aid and mobilise domestic resources to finance strategic mining projects, including mineral exploration, value addition and the development of mineral processing and refining industries. The call was made by Minister for Minerals Anthony Mavunde while chairing a ministerial meeting on “Financing Africa’s Mineral Future: …
- dailynews.co.tz06:57
UNITED STATES: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has urged investors to tap Tanzania’s agricultural potential, highlighting opportunities across the value chain and access to a regional market of 170 million people in East and Central Africa. He said investment opportunities span crop processing and packaging, warehousing, cold-chain storage, transportation, digital services and financial services for …
- dailynews.co.tz08:04
DAR ES SALAAM: TECHNOLOGY startups have been urged to focus their innovations on key economic sectors to boost productivity, create jobs and support Tanzania’s ambition of building a one-trillion-dollar economy by 2050. The Director General of the Information and Communication Technologies Commission (ICTC), Dr Nkundwe Mwasaga, said startups had a critical role in developing the …
- dailynews.co.tz08:25
DAR ES SALAAM: STARTUPS have welcomed the government’s plan to introduce a dedicated policy for the sector within six months, saying it could ease longstanding challenges, particularly limited access to finance and regulatory requirements that often burden early-stage businesses. The proposed policy has raised hopes among entrepreneurs that their businesses will receive greater recognition and …
- dailynews.co.tz09:30
TANZANIA: THE Higher Education Students’ Loans Board (HESLB) is targeting to reduce loan disbursement time from one or two days to just two seconds through technology, following its attainment of ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification. Speaking during the certificate handover ceremony, HESLB Executive Director, Dr Bill Kiwia, said the board plans to integrate its systems …
- AllAfrica10:04
[Nyasa Times] Blantyre City Chief Isaac Jomo Osman has laid bare the toll Malawi's deepening fuel crisis is taking on ordinary citizens, revealing that the worsening shortages left him unable to sleep until around 2am.
- riotimesonline.com15:56
South Africa's electoral body must print about 6.6 million extra ballots after a court added 181 ANC candidates. Voting is on November 4.
- channelafrica.co.za16:30
Tanzania has officially begun implementing its Universal Health Insurance scheme, a major policy initiative aimed at expanding healthcare coverage and
- Channel News Asia21:02
- mg.co.za22:00
The South African government has launched the Revised White Paper on Local Government, introducing differentiated funding models and governance reforms to…
- mg.co.za22:00
Malawi’s government has refused to disclose whether public funds paid for five private trips by President Peter Mutharika to South Africa, sparking intense…
- mg.co.za22:00
Drawing lessons from the continent-wide success of M-Pesa, Africa must design and govern its own artificial intelligence systems to solve real local…
- mg.co.za22:00
Whistleblowers in South Africa risk their lives and livelihoods to save public funds from corruption. As tragedies mount, the country faces an urgent need to…
- allafrica.com22:18
Banking, payments, pensions, insurance, and digital lending are coming together at Access to meet more of Africans' and African businesses' financial needs, creating an integrated platform designed to support people through every stage of their economic lives. Kayode Tokede writes
Fri, 23 October 2026
7 reports- enca.com00:00
Themes for the address included "The Mirror, Map and Compass", focusing on ethical leadership, integrity, and Tambo’s enduring values.
- AllAfrica05:30
[Nyasa Times] Questions are mounting over the prolonged absence of President Peter Mutharika from Malawi, as the country struggles with fuel shortages, empty hospital shelves and deepening economic hardship.
- ewn.co.za09:49
Community leaders say some businesses in the sprawling Cape Town township are being forced to hand over up to 20% of their earnings to extortionists.
- BBC News World10:36
This is President Peter Mutharika's fifth visit to South Africa this year.
- allafrica.com11:25
COAST Regional Commissioner, Stanslaus Nyongo has said the Mlandizi Power Substation, with 11 electricity distribution lines, is key to developing industrial parks, reducing frequent power outages and attracting investment to the region.
- allafrica.com11:25
LET me declare an interest. I am African, a proud African, not only by complexion, but by heart, soul and spirit. Most interestingly, I am East African.
- AllAfrica11:36
[Nyasa Times] Schools and other learning institutions have been urged to implement immediate measures to protect learners and staff following a heatwave alert issued by the Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services (DCCMS).
Sat, 24 October 2026
1 report- nyasatimes.com08:17
The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has warned that it could mobilise Malawians for peaceful nationwide protests if government fails to address deepe... Read the latest breaking news on Nyasa Times.
Sun, 25 October 2026
4 reports- citizen.co.za06:00
'We are left with nothing. We are reeling in fear that the worst is still coming.'
- dailyrepublic.com09:00
BENICIA — A local company has been training Build Health International on the use of high-pressure oxygen compressors to help keep equipment running across sub-Saharan Africa.
- newvision.co.ug13:01
The high-level assembly that kicked off on Friday has established a progressive framework for sustainable peace across the continent by linking national security directly to economic sovereignty and geopolitical transformation.
- thesouthafrican.com16:25
Democratic Alliance (DA) leader Geordin Hill-Lewis delivered a passionate speech the party's final election rally in eThekwini on Sunday.
Mon, 26 October 2026
8 reports- enca.com00:00
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla’s trial over the July 2021 unrest resumes in the Durban High Court on Monday.
- AllAfrica06:58
[Health-e] Makhuvha residents say they're forced to buy water or use unsafe sources. Families fear waterborne illnesses as children report stomach problems. The municipality confirms two boreholes are out of service.
- AllAfrica07:03
[Daily Trust] The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Government over "the alleged diversion, irregular expenditure and failure to account for over N78.8 billion in public funds involving the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, the National Cash Transfer Office (NCTO) and the National Social Safety Nets Coordinating Office (NASSCO)."
- AllAfrica07:03
[GroundUp] Finances are mostly in order but the sewage treatment plants in Limpopo's capital are among the worst in the country
- AllAfrica13:36
[SAnews.gov.za] South Africans will head to the polls on 4 November 2026 to elect local government representatives in the Local Government Elections.
- graphic.com.gh17:15
Ghanaian returnees from South Africa insist they each received the full GH¢5,500 support package and urge the government to evacuate 46 Ghanaians still in the country amid calls for an audit of the GH¢49.72 million evacuation cost.
- allafrica.com20:36
As households cut back on shopping and restaurant meals, investors are questioning whether South Africa's consumer stocks can withstand the pressure.
- AllAfrica23:39
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has proudly announced massive decline in poverty level for its citizens countrywide.
Tue, 27 October 2026
5 reports- au.int08:30
The African Union Commission (AU) opened the 6th Ordinary Session of the Specialized Technical Committee on Communication and Information and Communications Technology (STC-CICT) in Libreville, Gabon, bringing together senior government officials, experts and partners to advance Africa’s digital transformation agenda.
- defenceweb.co.za10:00
Parliament, in the form of National Assembly (NA) Speaker, Thoko Didiza, was notified of an activation of 510 soldiers in KwaZulu-Natal by a Presidential
- AllAfrica12:01
[ISS] Township youth feel the system neither sees nor serves them. Will 4 November deepen that alienation, or begin reversing it?
- AllAfrica13:39
[Daily News] Mtwara -- ENERGY Minister Juma Homera has begun an official working tour of Mtwara Region aimed to primarily announce a major natural gas discovery in the region, a development expected to bring significant economic transformation to residents of Mtwara and Lindi, as well as Tanzania as a whole.
- Le Monde (France)16:45
La Banque mondiale a annoncé, mi-octobre, qu’elle soutiendrait des projets d’industrie extractive dans huit pays, dont quatre en Afrique. Le secteur intéresse de plus en plus les institutions d’aide au développement.
Wed, 28 October 2026
1 report- AllAfrica05:51
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