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admin - November 26, 2024

Malawi’s Trade Deficit Widens as Imports Increase and Exports Shrink

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi          Malawi’s growing appetite for imported goods has widened its trade deficit with other economies, increasing by 55.1 percent while exports shrink.     According to the International Merchandise Trade Statistics published on Monday by the National Statistical Office (NSO), in October 2024, total imports increased to US$288.5 […]
admin - November 26, 2024

Malawi Law Society Urges President Chakwera to Intervene in Emerging Political Violence

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi          The Malawi Law Society (MLS) has called on President Lazarus Chakwera to take immediate action to address the growing political violence in the country.     This comes after reports of armed men chasing protesters who were demonstrating against fuel scarcity in the capital city of Lilongwe. […]
admin - November 25, 2024

Kenya Railways Suspends Limuru-Nairobi Train Services After Heavy Rains

             By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya          Kenya Railways has announced a temporary suspension of train services between Limuru and Nairobi, following heavy rainfall on Sunday night.     The downpour, which disrupted operations in Nairobi and surrounding areas, raised safety concerns for commuters and railway infrastructure.   […]
admin - November 25, 2024

Sokoto Principals ‘Hit Jackpot’ As Governor Aliyu Approves N200,000 Monthly Allowance

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria       In a groundbreaking move, Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto has approved a monthly maintenance allowance of ₦200,000 for principals of all secondary schools in the state.     The announcement was made on Monday during the Sokoto State 2025 Citizens Budget Discussion held at the Sultan Abubakar […]
admin - November 25, 2024

House of Representatives Launches 16-Day Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria       The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., on Monday, led members of the House and other stakeholders in a symbolic walk against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) as part of activities marking this year’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.     […]
admin - November 25, 2024

Real Madrid Star Vinícius To Miss Liverpool Showdown In Champions League

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria       Real Madrid’s Champions League hopes suffered a major setback as Brazilian star Vinícius Júnior has been ruled out of Wednesday’s blockbuster clash against Liverpool due to a hamstring injury.     The Spanish club confirmed the news in a statement on Monday, citing medical tests conducted earlier in […]
admin - November 25, 2024

NIGERIA: Healthcare Dreams In Makoko: 250 Children Get Lifesaving Medical Care

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria       In the heart of Makoko, Lagos State’s sprawling waterside community, over 250 children received vital healthcare services this week, thanks to the Neo Child Initiative for Africa (TNCI).     The outreach, part of TNCI’s annual program, was a lifeline for children aged 0 to 17, many of […]
admin - November 25, 2024

NIGERIA: NAF Airstrike Destroys Terrorist Enclave in Lake Chad Basin

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria         The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dealt a significant blow to terrorist elements in the Lake Chad Basin, following a successful airstrike in Jubillaram, a notorious hideout in the Tumbuns area.     The operation, carried out under Operation Hadin Kai on November 23, 2024, targeted key […]
admin - November 25, 2024

MALAWI: CDEDI Banned from Holding Demonstrations: A Threat to Democracy and Human Rights in Malawi

By Smile Hamilton, Malawi        The Lilongwe City Council has prohibited the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) from holding demonstrations scheduled to take place today.     According to a letter from the council, signed by its chief executive officer, Lawford Palani, the decision was made due to security concerns. […]
admin - November 24, 2024

Cooking Oil Price Manipulation Scandal Unveiled In Kenya

By Lisbeth Micheni, Kenya          A recent report by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), has revealed alarming details about price manipulation in the cooking oil sector.     According to the study, some manufacturers have been inflating prices close to 21% despite the stabilisation of global commodity prices.     The […]
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