“Corruption is a poison - whatever it touches, it destroys”
In an interview with the Africa Daily Podcast, Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai talks to @kasujja ... Show more
Senegal's opposition candidate, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, is the winner of the presidential election, according to official provisional results ... Show more
Quick Glance: Africa Live: Court Sentences Former Liberian Rebel Leader to 30 Years - BBC News
- Police in Togo dispersed an opposition press conference convened to discuss a controversial constitutional reform. Concerns exist that shifting from a presidential to a parliamentary system could lead to the long-standing President, Faure Gnassingbe, staying in power indefinitely.
- Uganda's President, Yoweri Museveni, formally inaugurated the nation's inaugural interest-free commercial Islamic bank. This financial institution is expected to play a substantial role in advancing the country's financial sector.
- A South African entrepreneur has been implicated in the murder of renowned rapper AKA. Allegedly, the individual transferred a significant sum of money to one of the current suspects on trial for the rapper's homicide.
- A French court commuted the life sentence of former Liberian rebel leader Kunti Kamara to 30 years. He was convicted of crimes against humanity and violence against civilians during Liberia's civil war.
Son of Guinea-Bissau's ex-president jailed in US for trafficking drugs to fund coup
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Lamin Bangura: Former Sierra Leone international dies aged 59 in bus crash: Former Sierra Leone international Lamin Bangura dies aged 59 after a road accident in ...
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One of Africa’s largest airlines, Kenya Airways, made an operating profit in 2023 – the first time since 2017.
Part of the reason for the success was a more ... Show more
Africa Live this week: 25-31 March 2024 - BBC News: Bringing you the latest news from around Africa at bbc.com/africalive.
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Quick Glance: Africa News: 25-31 March 2024
- Six people found guilty of the murder of politician Chokri Belaid after a decade-long wait
- Kenya Airways reports an operating profit for the first time since 2017
- Cocoa prices hit a record high due to harvest failures caused by droughts
- Ugandan government instructs all civil servants to exercise weekly for health benefits
‘The first challenge for President-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye is to reconcile a fractured country’
Some young Senegalese share their expectations for the ... Show more
Tunisia sentences four to death for murder of politician Chokri Belaid: After a decade-long wait, six people are found guilty of the murder of politician Chokri ...
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South Africa election 2024: When is the poll and what is at stake for the ANC?: The ANC has governed since the end of apartheid, but its vote could fall below ...
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Afcon 2025: Chad, Eswatini, Liberia and South Sudan progress in qualifying: Chad beat Mauritius in preliminary qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as ...
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Educor in South Africa: Thousands of students in limbo after 'dysfunctional' colleges banned
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Nora Hauptle: The Swiss coach reviving Ghana's Black Queens: How Swiss coach Nora Hauptle is restoring pride to Ghana's Black Queens after years in the African ...
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Quick Glance: Nora Hauptle's Impact on Ghana's Soccer
- Nora Hauptle, a coach from Switzerland, is working to nurture Ghana's female talent and elevate the Black Queens in African soccer.
- Taking over the team in 2023, Hauptle led the squad to nine consecutive wins without conceding a goal.
- Despite a loss in qualification, the Black Queens secured a spot in the 2024 Women's Nations Cup.
- Hauptle's diverse career as a player and coach ultimately led her to Ghana's national team, showcasing her resilience and adaptability.
Nigerian court sentences Chinese businessman to death for murdering girlfriend: Frank Geng Quarong was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend - a killing that ...
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Lawmakers in Togo have adopted a new constitution that will see the country shift from a presidential to a parliamentary system of governance ... Show more
Africa Live this week: 25-31 March 2024 - BBC News: Bringing you the latest news from around Africa at bbc.com/africalive.
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Ethiopian bank suffers multimillion-dollar loss due to technical issue
- South Africa: Court rejects ANC's request to deregister Zuma's party
- Ethiopian bank loses over $14 million due to technical glitch
- Rwanda passes law to preserve forests
- South Africa demands German company SAP to repay $26 million
South Africa's election court rejects ANC bid to de-register Zuma's MK party: South Africa's governing ANC wanted to stop the party backed by the ex-president ...
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Quick Glance: Court Ruling Favors Zuma Party
- The ANC's attempt to remove the breakaway uMkhonto we Sizwe Party from the ballot for the national and provincial elections on 29 May was rejected by the Electoral Court.
- Consequently, the party led by former ANC president Jacob Zuma will have the opportunity to participate in the elections, although it will encounter a separate legal challenge regarding the usage of the name MK at the Pietermaritzburg High Court on Wednesday.
- The verdict signifies a significant victory for the emerging party and its advocates, with a portion of supporters congregating at the court premises awaiting the pronouncement of the judgment.
Zambia has agreed to a revised deal to restructure more than $3.5bn (£2.7bn) of its international bonds with private investors ...
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Malawi has declared a state of disaster over a severe drought that is affecting most of the country.
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Africa Live this week: 25-31 March 2024 - BBC News: Bringing you the latest news from around Africa at bbc.com/africalive.
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With polls closed in Senegal's presidential election here's how the voting went in Ndiaganiao where @Thomas_Naadi spent the day.#SenegalVote
“I woke up early to vote today. I’ve been waiting in the queue for a while but it’s worth it. This is what it takes to keep a nation going.“
Aliou Dione ... Show more
🇲🇼 "This is modern slavery. We want our people back."#BBCAfricaEye investigates the trafficking of Malawian women to Oman - who ... Show more
Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has appointed his son to head the country's defence forces.
In power since 1986, Mr Museveni has long been suspected of ... Show more
Africa Live: Zimbabwe newlyweds discover marriage papers invalid - BBC News: A clerical issue could affect the thousands of couples who got married in the last ...
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Quick Glance: Uganda: Museveni Promotes Son to General - BBC News
- Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has appointed his son Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba as the new army commander, sparking speculation about a potential succession.
- President Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana criticized the proposed legislation in Britain that bans the import of trophies from hunted endangered animals.
- Algeria's President Abdelmadjid Tebboune unexpectedly moved up the date of the presidential election by three months.
- The former head of the retail group Steinhoff, Markus Jooste, passed away a day after being imposed with a $25 million fine, allegedly from a self-inflicted gunshot.
Kuriga kidnap: More than 280 Nigerian pupils released: Gunmen rode through the school in Kuriga in north-western Nigeria seizing children as young as eight.
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Voting has started in Senegal to chose the next president.
Seven million people are eligible to vote for the 17 candidates vying to replace Macky Sall ... Show more
Rwanda has received 91 refugees and asylum seekers from Libya under a programme supported by the UN's refugee agency, AU and EU ... Show more
Africa Live: Zimbabwe newlyweds discover marriage papers invalid - BBC News: A clerical issue could affect the thousands of couples who got married in the last ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Museveni Appoints Son as Army Chief and Tragic Events in Niger - BBC News
- Following a fine for accounting fraud in South Africa, Markus Jooste passes away.
- Islamist militants in Niger carry out a deadly attack, killing 23 soldiers and injuring 17 others.
- Tanzania's Vice-President Philip Mpango threatens to resign over prolonged water shortage in the Mwanga district.
- Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni appoints his son as the country's army commander in a cabinet reshuffle that sees five ministers sacked.
“This is about women and the control of women’s bodies.”
Despite outcry from activists and survivors, #TheGambia ’s parliament advanced a bill to decriminalise ... Show more
Ghana's anti-LGBTQ+ bill: Parliament speaker halts approval of cabinet nominees: The president is under pressure from Ghanaians who want him to sign the bill ...
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Quick Glance: Ghana president delays action on anti-LGBTQ bill pending legal resolution
- A senior official stated that Ghana's anti-LGBTQ bill should not be sent to President Akufo-Addo until legal challenges are resolved.
- Passing the bill could jeopardize $3.8 billion in World Bank financing and a $3 billion IMF loan package for Ghana.
- The LGBTQ community in Ghana is already facing challenges due to the bill's harsh penalties, including up to five years in prison for promoting LGBTQ+ activities.
- The IMF emphasized the importance of inclusivity for Ghana's success, encouraging the country to allow everyone to contribute fully.
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu bans foreign trips by government officials: The three-month prohibition is an attempt to cut government spending amid a ...
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Amal Umar: Nigerian film star arrested on bribery charges: Police say Amal Umar gave an officer 250,000 naira (£137; $175) to have her impounded car released.
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Business Daily - How are farmers adapting to climate change? - BBC Sounds: Catch up on your favourite BBC radio show from your favourite DJ right here ...
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Nigeria's kidnap crisis: Inside story of a ransom negotiator: How one man is secretly helping families pay kidnappers to release their relatives.
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‘I did nothing wrong’
President Macky Sall tells the BBC’s @WaihigaMwaura he has ‘no apology to make’ for the political uncertainty that followed his announcement to ... Show more
Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula: South Africa investigators raid home of speaker of parliament
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Quick Glance: Police Operation at Mapisa-Nqakula's Residence, ID Concludes Investigations
- The residence of National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula in Johannesburg was searched by members of the Investigating Directorate (ID).
- About six officials arrived in three unmarked cars and were on site until mid-morning.
- A photographer from this publication visited the house and observed several vehicles with police officers.
- The investigation began six months ago and was known to only a few within the ID.
Amaechi Muonagor: Nigerian Nollywood legend begs for help with kidney transplant: A social media video showing Amaechi Muonagor only able to utter a few words ...
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People in Senegal will be heading to the polls on 24 March after President Macky Sall postponed the February elections.
The country is often referred to as a ... Show more
Idris Elba 'dreams big' with Sierra Leone eco-city plan for Sherbro Island: The actor aims to regenerate an island off Sierra Leone and start the country’s first ...
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The Gambian parliament is debating a bill that seeks to reverse a ban on female genital mutilation (FGM). But why? @EstherAkello explains.
🇲🇼 "This is modern slavery. We want our people back."#BBCAfricaEye investigates the trafficking of Malawian women to Oman - many of whom ... Show more
Kenya housing levy: President Ruto signs controversial law paving way for monthly deductions
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Quick Glance: Affordable Housing Levy Bill Boosts Ruto's Key Project
- President William Ruto examines the progress of constructing 220 affordable housing units in Bomet County.
- The potential impact of the Affordable Housing Levy Bill, expected to be implemented by President William Ruto, suggests that the government could gather up to Sh90 billion annually by the fourth year after its enactment.
- The enforcement of the legislation faced initial challenges and legal disputes, making it unlikely to meet the current year's target.
- The Affordable Housing Programme is viewed as an economic incentive to create jobs and deliver housing solutions while simultaneously reducing construction expenses.
The Malawi WhatsApp group that saved women trafficked to Oman: How 54 Malawian women trafficked to Oman to work in slave-like conditions were rescued.
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Nigerian woman speaks of slavery and rape in UK: Rose describes the exploitation and sexual violence she faced after escaping a "life of hell".
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Niger's junta revokes military agreement with US: In a damning statement, a spokesperson decries Washington's "condescending attitude" towards Niger.
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The president of the Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF), Henrietta Rushwaya, has been arrested for fraud, following a complaint about mining transactions ... Show more
Africa Live: Zimbabwe newlyweds discover marriage papers invalid - BBC News: A clerical issue could affect the thousands of couples who got married in the last ...
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Commercial Bank of Ethiopia head warns 'no escape' for clients who profited from glitch
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Newsday - Ethiopian bank gives deadline to return mistaken pay outs - BBC Sounds: Catch up on your favourite BBC radio show from your favourite DJ right here ...
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Famine looms in Sudan as civil war survivors tell of killings and rapes: BBC teams report from the devastated capital and hear accounts of rapes and street ...
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🇲🇼 "Trapped in Oman" 🇴🇲 - a new investigation into the trafficking of domestic workers from Malawi to Oman.
Coming Monday from #BBCAfricaEye ... Show more
Senegal's opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has been freed from prison. His release followed an amnesty announced by President Macky Sall ... Show more
🇸🇱 The Mayor of Freetown, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, has won global plaudits for addressing many issues facing the capital of one of Africa’s poorest countries ... Show more
Luis Boa Morte: Fulham coach to take charge of Guinea-Bissau: Fulham first team coach Luis Boa Morte will leave his role with the Premier League side at the end ...
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People in West and Central Africa are experiencing internet problems with Ivory Coast being badly affected.
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Africa Live this week: 11-17 March 2024 - BBC News: Updates from across the African continent.
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Quick Glance: Mbeki Criticizes Zuma's MK Breakaway & FNB's License Fee Slash
- Former President Thabo Mbeki criticizes Jacob Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe breakaway party for being led by individuals who previously tried to dismantle the South African Revenue Services.
- FNB reduces the fee for vehicle license disc renewal through the app to 69 Rand and offers a cashback incentive.
- The collaboration with the Road Traffic Management Corporation facilitates a seamless vehicle license disc renewal process without paperwork; users can easily scan their license disc with a smart device and securely renew it within the app.
- Jolandé Duvenage, FNB's lead innovator, emphasized the increasing popularity of the service, with a variety of vehicles on the platform and a significant number of completed license renewals in the past year.
Uganda on alert as IS-linked ADF militants cross border from DR Congo: ADF militants, blamed for a series of deadly attacks, entered Uganda on Saturday ...
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People Fixing The World - Clever ways to get kids learning - BBC Sounds: Catch up on your favourite BBC radio show from your favourite DJ right here ...
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Shamiso Mosaka: South African TV star removed from CemAir plane for 'unruly' behaviour
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South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Ivory Coast hit by major internet outages
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Quick Glance: Internet outages in 13 African countries due to undersea cable damage
- Thirteen countries across Africa experienced Internet outages due to damage to submarine fiber optic cables.
- Multiple network providers reported Internet outages yesterday, with the outage seemingly moving from North Africa to South Africa.
- Some countries had short-lived Internet disruptions, while others, including South Africa, experienced ongoing outages.
- Undersea cable-related Internet outages aren't new and can last a while, with damaged cables responsible for a significant portion of intercontinental traffic.
Nigerian Islamic police arrest non-fasting Muslims during Ramadan: The 11 violated the Ramadan fast in northern Kano state, where Sharia operates alongside ...
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Zimbabwe police charge self-proclaimed prophet Ishmael and rescue 251 children: Officers said that Ishmael Chokurongerwa led an Apostolic sect with more than 1 ...
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Quick Glance: 'Prophet' Charged for Using Children as Workers
- Prophet Ishmael and followers charged for child labor exploitation and violating laws.
- Police discovered unregistered graves and 251 children working as cheap labor.
- Sect engaged in production and agriculture while depriving children of education and healthcare.
- Supporters show solidarity as authorities intervene to safeguard children from abusive practices.
The price of beer in Nigeria is set to rise for the third time in less than year.
According to Nigerian Breweries, the oldest and largest brewery in the ... Show more
Africa Live this week: 11-17 March 2024 - BBC News: Updates from across the African continent.
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Rwandan opposition leader Victoire Ingabire barred from election: Victoire Ingabire, an outspoken critic of President Kagame, fails in her bid to run for the ...
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UK to pay failed asylum seekers to move to Rwanda under new scheme: The Home Office is offering up to £3,000 to encourage people to relocate to the East African ...
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"It's about bringing an economy... that has growth potential". @idriselba is currently leading the construction of a smart city in Sierra Leone with an ... Show more
Africa Live this week: 11-17 March 2024 - BBC News: Updates from across the African continent.
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Quick Glance: Current Events in Kenya and Haiti - BBC News
- A pro-Iranian Shia group in Nigeria has organized demonstrations advocating for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
- Water scarcity and power outages in Johannesburg are attributed to the heatwave and low reservoir levels.
- Chad's government has declared plans to provide free water and electricity to households until the end of the year.
- Rwanda's President Paul Kagame has agreed to meet with his counterpart Felix Tshisekedi from the Democratic Republic of Congo to address the crisis in eastern Congo.
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Burundian club Dynamo are out of the Basketball Africa League over Rwanda protest
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Brighton student wins grant to build nightclub in Kenya: Jesse Mugambi will receive €50,000 to build a nightclub and music studio in his native Kenya.
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Quick Glance: Brighton Student Secures Grant for Nightclub in Kenya
- Jesse Mugambi, a University of Brighton student, has won a grant to build a nightclub and music studio in his native Kenya.
- The project, named Studio Can-V, will receive €50,000 from Jägermeister to support the venues made from decommissioned shipping containers in Nairobi.
- The mobile sound studio will be constructed by local artisans in Nairobi from repurposed shipping containers, aiming to promote youth cultural identities through local vernacular designs.
- Mr. Mugambi is one of two winners of Jägermeister's Save The Night competition, which backs nightlife projects globally. His Studio Can-V project triumphed over 300 submissions from 50 countries.
Aya Nakamura: Paris Olympics culture row erupts as far right rages at French singer
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Nigerian music star Simi: No amapiano from me: The singer on life in the US with husband Adekunle Gold and what to expect from her newest album.
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Olubadan of Ibadan: Nigerian philosopher and monarch dies aged 81: "Peaceful" and "listening" monarch Oba Moshood Olalekan Balogun dies after two years on the ...
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Nigeria kidnap crisis: Schoolboy recounts daring escape from bandits: Musa Garba was one of more than 280 abducted last week, but he managed slip away from his ...
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Al-Shabab attacks hotel in Somali capital: Militants storm a hotel near the presidential palace in Somalia's capital Mogadishu.
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African Games: Ghana hopes legacy will outlive current economic woes: Ghana is spending almost $250m hosting the African Games, and the country's outlay amid a ...
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Quick Glance: African Games: Legacy Amid Economic Struggles
- The 13th African Games in Ghana raise concerns due to high costs during economic turmoil.
- Despite initial challenges like power outages and lack of public awareness, Ghana hopes for long-term benefits from the event.
- Investments in sports infrastructure could position Ghana as a regional sports hub and drive sports tourism.
- Experts, however, are concerned that the significant expenses for the Games may not have positive impacts on Ghana's ailing economy.
A self-proclaimed Apostolic prophet who kept 251 children on his property in South Africa has been charged with exploiting minors ... Show more
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