Friday, September 25, 2026

Africa

November 5, 2025

AU decries loss of lives, voter apathy in Tanzania, says President Hassan’s re-election not credible

The mission highlighted loss of lives, internet shutdown, and voter apathy, among other factors that made the exercise below democratic standards.

Election in Tanzania
November 5, 2025

SEC urges Africa to harness Islamic finance for inclusive growth

The SEC DG said Islamic finance principles, including asset-backed financing, risk-sharing, and ethical investment, align with Africa’s quest for sustainable development.

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
November 5, 2025

Tanzania assures tourists of safety after deadly election violence

According to the ministry, peace was restored following the post-election protests that occurred on October 29 and November 1.

Tanzanian President, Samia Suluhu Hassan
November 5, 2025

ECOWAS dismisses U.S. Christian genocide claim, backs Nigeria

ECOWAS called on the world to stand by Nigeria and other countries in the region in their fight against terrorism.

TINUBU WITH ECOWAS LEADERS
November 4, 2025

Jihadists’ fuel blockade poses biggest threat yet to Mali’s military junta

JNIM has also advanced into southern Mali for the first time while expanding operations in the west

November 4, 2025

Human Rights Watch condemns attacks on protesters in Tanzania

The organisation condemned the refusal to allow journalists to cover the poll.

November 4, 2025

Kenya to hold follow-up meetings with IMF for new loans

Finance Minister John Mbadi said on Tuesday that Kenya plans to hold follow-up meetings with the International Monetary Fund in an effort to secure a new programme

President William Ruto (Credit: X)
November 4, 2025

Nigeria’s cooperation with South Africa helping to reflect continent’s priorities: UNDP

UNDP deputy resident representative said this in Abuja during the G20-Africa outreach meeting on industrialisation and agriculture.

UNDP
November 4, 2025

Re-election of Tanzanian president fraudulent; America must take action: U.S. Lawmaker

American lawmaker Jeanne Shaheen has decried the reelection of Tanzania’s president as fraudulent.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan and Jeanne Shaheen
November 4, 2025

Nigeria, Ghana explore partnership to fight illicit trade

Our nations are united by history, culture, and a shared vision to strengthen customs operations,” Mr Sarpong said.

NCS comptroller-general Bashir Adeniyi to GRA commissioner-general Anthony Sarpong at the GRA headquarters in Accra on Monday.