Sunday, July 12, 2026

Africa

July 9, 2026

West African Health Organisation sets regional health training standards

Over 65 academics and health professionals participated in the workshop.

West African Health Organisation (WAHO)
July 9, 2026

BEAC joins PAPSS, targets expansion of Africa’s cross-border payment network

The system is expected to begin later this year with a pilot programme with the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO).

Bank of Central African States (BEAC)
July 9, 2026

Climate change responsible for global extreme weather conditions not El Niño: Experts 

A member of 350.org’s Caribbean team, Amira Odeh Quiñones, described the climate crisis as a humanitarian emergency in the region.

Climate
July 9, 2026

Xenophobia: Reps urge FG to suspend diplomatic relations with South Africa

The parliament urged the federal government to invoke available diplomatic and lawful international mechanisms to seek redress.

AU logo and South African xenophobes
July 9, 2026

Liberians will never forget what Nigeria did for them: Official

“Nigeria is a country that Liberia will never forget. Why? Because this country was there for us through our darkest period in history,” said Ms Davis.

July 9, 2026

Outrage as Zimbabwean husband flees UK after alleged murder of wife, daughters

The case has caused outrage on social media, with many calling for discussion about violence against black women.

Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma
July 8, 2026

Eight Nigerian firms secure $1.5 million grant to expand clean energy businesses

Mr Aziebor said the beneficiaries comprised eight companies from Nigeria, six from Kenya and five from Ethiopia.

CLASP logo
July 8, 2026

Energy chamber woos African countries, investors to South Africa October summit 

The event is projected to attract long-term investors to the continent.

African Energy Week 2026
July 8, 2026

Tunisia proposes ban on single-use plastic bags

Members of the Assembly of People’s Representatives in Tunisia have put forward a legislative initiative aimed at a nationwide ban on single-use plastic bags.

Plastic bags waste
July 8, 2026

Grassroots support crucial to fighting irregular migration, says ECOWAS parliament

The ECOWAS Parliament says grassroots engagement is crucial to developing more effective regional policies to address the growing menace of irregular migration across West Africa.

ECOWAS parliament