Haiti sets August 2026 election date, aiming for democratic resurgence amidst chaos
Haiti has announced plans to hold its first general elections in nearly a decade, targeting August 2026 for the initial […]
Africa
South Africa to take legal action against container carriers for price fixing
South Africa’s Competition Commission has referred eight major container carriers, including Maersk and MSC, to its Tribunal over a decade-long price-fixing scheme affecting routes to and from Durban.
South African radio presenter charged in Russia–Ukraine recruitment scheme
A South African state radio host has been arrested alongside four men for allegedly recruiting citizens to fight for Russia in Ukraine, a scandal that has also drawn in members of Jacob Zuma’s family.
Lagos unveils 229 regulated buses on Lekki-Epe corridor
Lagos State will launch the first phase of its Lekki–Epe Bus Reform Scheme on December 8, deploying 229 regulated buses
Nigerian Senate considers nationwide toll-free bill
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to establish a nationwide toll-free number, aiming to simplify citizens’ access to essential
Nigerian Senate advances single national emergency number
The Nigerian Senate is advancing a bill to establish a single, toll-free national emergency number, aiming to unify scattered helplines
Chelle names Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 provisional squad
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle announced a 54-man provisional squad for AFCON 2025 in Morocco, featuring key players like Osimhen
Zambia toxic spill tests Africa–China relations
A catastrophic toxic spill from a Chinese-owned copper mine in Zambia—now the subject of an $80bn lawsuit—is being seen as a major test of whether African countries can hold powerful foreign investors like China accountable for environmental damage.
Tinubu, Otti discuss Nnamdi Kanu’s release efforts
President Bola Tinubu and Governor Alex Otti convened to discuss ongoing efforts aimed at securing the release of separatist leader
Chelle names Osimhen, Ekong in provisional AFCON 2025 squad
Coach Chelle has revealed a 54-man provisional squad for AFCON 2025, featuring key players Victor Osimhen and William Troost-Ekong, as