Thursday, June 25, 2026

Central Africa

May 12, 2026

Shippers’ council saves N348.8 million in maritime disputes

He said shipping companies and agents attracted 22 complaints, the highest number recorded during the quarter.

Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC)
April 27, 2026

42 people killed in Chad amid dispute over well

No fewer than 42 people have been killed and 10 others wounded in Chad amid an escalating conflict resulting from a well dispute, authorities say.

Body bags
April 4, 2026

Oyetola seeks regional cooperation, investment in fisheries

Blue economy minister Adegboyega Oyetola has called for stronger regional cooperation and increased investment in the fisheries sector across West and Central Africa.

March 13, 2026

West, Central Africa made ‘notable progress’ in AIDS response: UNAIDS

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS says the West and Central African region has made notable progress in the AIDS response in recent years.

HIV clinic in Africa
February 20, 2026

World Animal Protection decries pangolin trafficking in Africa, warns of health risks

It noted that Kenya, Uganda, Cameroon and Nigeria, had become transit hubs in the global trade of pangolins.

PANGOLINS
July 1, 2025

Nigeria remains steadfast partner in DR Congo’s development: FG

Mr Tuggar extended Nigeria’s best wishes to the DRC for a peaceful and prosperous independence anniversary celebration.

DRC Crisis
May 9, 2025

50 million people in West, Central Africa at risk of hunger: WFP

The agency said that five million risk losing assistance unless urgent funding is found.

Displaced people in Mali
January 17, 2025

EU allocates €510 million to Nigeria, Sub-Saharan Africa for humanitarian assistance

The region has seen significant changes in recent months, including after the recent developments in Syria.

European Union
November 24, 2024

NDLEA nabs businessman at Enugu airport for allegedly ingesting 90 wraps of cocaine Nationwide

The NDLEA said the suspect said he desperately needed money from the criminal drug trade to boost his declining phone and accessories business.

NDLEA
August 27, 2024
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