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  • Published on 07:18 GMT

    Rwanda nominates former top diplomat for third term as Francophonie head

    Rwanda has said it will back its former foreign minister for a third term as head of a global institution that fosters cooperation among French-speaking countries. The announcement was made by the country’s top diplomat, Olivier Nduhungirehe, in an …

    Source: Africanews - Neutral
  • Published on 04:54 GMT

    9th AFRIMA: Rema Beats Davido, Burna Boy, Tyla, Others To Win ‘Artiste Of The Year’

    Nigeria’s Afrobeats star, Rema, stole the show at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) after beating heavyweights Davido, Amr Diab of Egypt, Burna Boy, South African superstars, DJ Maphorisa and Tyla to win the prestigious Artiste of the …

    Source: Leadership - Neutral
  • Published on 06:41 GMT

    Nigeria ranks 72nd in AI readiness as Egypt leads region

    . FG plans country’s first national AI centre in UNIJOS In terms of artificial intelligence (AI) deployment readiness across the globe, Nigeria has ranked 72nd and fourth in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) behind Kenya, South Africa and Mauritius at 65th, 67th, …

    Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    Nigerian Artistes Shine At 9th AFRIMA Awards In Lagos

    January 12, (THEWILL) — Nigerian artistes dominated the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in Lagos on Sunday, January 11, winning top prizes across multiple categories and sweeping some of the night’s most prestigious continental awards. The ceremony, …

    Source: The Will - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    Zambia: Defense chiefs meet amid eastern DRC insecurity

    Zambia wrapped up a three‑day emergency meeting convened by the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) in Livingstone to address the spiralling conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Twelve defense ministers and …

    Source: Deutsche Welle - Public Broadcaster
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    From Rema to Shallipopi: Every Winner at the 2026 AFRIMA Awards

    The full list of 2026 AFRIMA winners includes major Nigerian acts like Rema, Shallipopi, and emerging stars shaping African music today. The 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) took place from Wednesday, January 7 to Sunday, January 11, …

    Source: Pulse - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    China assists Africa in digital transformation

    Digital transformation stands as a central objective within the African Union's Agenda 2063. In recent years, cooperation between China and African nations within the digital economy sector has deepened and expanded significantly. This progress has …

    Source: People's Daily Online - Gov't Propaganda
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    Pakistan scraps free VPA visas for 34 African countries as travel costs and barriers rise

    From January 1, 2026, African nationals who previously enjoyed a fast-tracked, zero-fee 90-day multiple-entry visa must now apply through Pakistan’s standard paid e-Visa system, a shift that adds new financial and bureaucratic hurdles for businesspeople, …

    Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    When aviator crashes, ubuntu flies

    This crisis mirrors global patterns, yet it carries uniquely Zimbabwean DNA. The World Health Organisation recently flagged “gambling disorder” as the fastest-growing behavioural addiction among youths in developing economies. THE glow of smartphones …

    Source: Zimbabwe Independent - Indeterminate
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    Jux, Yemi Alade, others win at AFRIMA + List

    Tanzania’s Juma Mussa Mkambala, with Jux as stage name, and Nigeria’s Yemi Blade were among others who emerged winners at the 2026 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The awards, in its ninth edition, was held on Sunday night in Lagos State and hosted by the …

    Source: Eagle Online - Indeterminate
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    Yemi Alade, Jux, Others Win at AFRIMA 

    Nigeria’s Yemi Blade and Tanzania’s Juma Mussa Mkambala, better known as Jux were among others who emerged winners at the 2026 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The awards, in its ninth edition, was held on Sunday night in Lagos and hosted by the Lagos …

    Source: Lagos Post Online - Pending
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    Jonathan leads joint AU, COMESA, IGAD mission to observe Uganda’s general elections Jan 12, 2026

    Former president, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, arrived in Kampala, capital of Uganda, yesterday morning as head of the combined African Union (AU), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development ( …

    Source: The Sun Nigeria - Indeterminate
  • Published on Jan 12, 2026

    Congolese Rebels Seek Clarity from Angola Over Latest Peace Initiative 

    1 Goma — The Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC)/M23 rebel movement has asked Angola to clarify reports of a possible new peace dialogue initiative expected to be hosted in Luanda, warning that multiple mediation tracks could weaken ongoing efforts to end the …

    Source: KT Press Rwanda - Gov't Propaganda
  • Published on Jan 11, 2026

    Gaise Baba, Mercy Chinwo, Lawrence Oyor lose to Ivory Coast artistes at AFRIMA

    Nigerian inspirational artistes, Akinade Ibuoye, known as Gaise Baba, and Lawrence Oyor have lost to Milo, a Côte d’Ivoire artiste, in the Best Male Artiste, Inspirational Music category. Gaise Baba’s No Turning Back and Lawrence Oyor’s Favour were …

    Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 11, 2026

    Jonathan Heads Joint AU, COMESA, IGAD Election Observation Mission To Uganda

    Former President Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan arrived in Kampala, Uganda, early Sunday as the head of a joint African Union (AU), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), and Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Election …

    Source: New Telegraph - Pending
  • Published on Jan 11, 2026

    Libya Must Have Nothing To Do With The Failed International Criminal Court

    On 12 May 2025, although Libya is not a signatory to the International Criminal Court (“ICC” or “the Court”), the Tripoli-based Government of National Unity (GNU), one of the two rival governments in Libya, agreed to an alternative option whereby the ICC …

    Source: The Nigerian Voice - Indeterminate
  • Published on Jan 11, 2026

    Africa’s hidden stillbirth crisis: New report exposes major policy, data gaps

    AFRICA: NEARLY one million babies are stillborn in Africa every year. Behind every stillbirth is a mother, a family and a story left untold. Most of these are preventable, many unrecorded, and too often invisible. Each number hides a moment of heartbreak, …

    Source: Daily News Tanzania - Pro-Government
  • Published on Jan 11, 2026

    Somaliland Tests Africas Postcolonial Order. Ethiopia Eyes a Fateful Choice

    The decades after the 1960s were unkind to Emperor Hailesellasie. Ethiopia, once able to lean on a special bond with Israel for diplomatic ballast, found itself cornered when the Jewish state went to war against its neighbours during the "Six-Day War…

    Source: Addis Fortune - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 10, 2026

    AU-COMESA-IGAD Mission arrives in Uganda to observe January 15 polls

    Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan/GOODLUCK JONATHAN A joint election observation mission from the African Union (AU), the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has …

    Source: Star - Neutral

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  • Published on January 8, 2026 - 12:51 GMT

    China's Foreign Minister Set for Africa Tour

    (MENAFN) China's foreign minister embarks on a seven-day African diplomatic mission starting Wednesday, the Foreign Ministry announced. Foreign Minister Wang Yi will traverse Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania, and Lesotho between Jan. 7 and 12, ministry …

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  • Published on January 8, 2026 - 12:53 GMT

    China’s Foreign Minister Embarks on Africa Tour to Strengthen Partnerships

    (MENAFN) Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is set to travel to Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania, and Lesotho from January 7 to 12, following invitations from these nations, the foreign ministry announced on Wednesday. Wang, who also serves as a member of the …

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