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A Non Governmental Organisation, Findo Care Foundation is set to bless 50 households in Egboroland community with direct cash transfers. According to the organisation, the initiative is in commemoration of …

Kenya: Pressure Mounts On Ruto To Address Rising Costs

15 April 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The United Alternative Government opposition formation has called on President William Ruto to convene a special sitting of Parliament within seven days to address what it describes as a deepening fuel crisis, as pump prices hit record highs across the country. [...]

Zimbabwe: Nurses Announce Plans For Nationwide Strike

15 April 2026

[New Zimbabwe] Zimbabwean nurses have announced plans to embark on a nationwide strike from April 20 to 22 stating that concerns they raised last month were ignored by government. [...]

Kenya: Pain for Commuters As Matatus, Boda Bodas Hike Fares

15 April 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Travellers across the country are already feeling the pinch of the latest fuel price hike, with public transport operators moving quickly to raise fares to cushion themselves from rising operating costs. [...]

South Africa: Shops Keep Food Prices High While Farming Costs Drop

15 April 2026

[Scrolla] The Competition Commission of South Africa found that the farm price for white maize dropped sharply by December last year. Shops did not pass these large savings on to buyers and stores kept the cost of maize meal very high. [...]

Kenya: How Kenya Lost Sh3.2bn in Abrupt Fuel Deal Cancellation

15 April 2026

[Capital FM] Appearing before the Senate Standing Committee on Energy, Managing Director Angeline Maangi disclosed that the firm had moved to secure fuel supplies under an urgent government request, only for the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum to pull the plug at the last minute. [...]

South Africa: South Africa to Host Landmark African Union Ministerial Session On Transport and Energy

15 April 2026

[African Union] At a defining moment for Africa's infrastructure development trajectory, the African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the Government of the Republic of South Africa, will convene the Fifth Session of the Specialised Technical Committee on Transport and Energy from 27 to 30 April 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. [...]

Africa: African Consultative Group Meeting: Statement by the Chairman of the African Caucus and the Managing Director of the IMF

15 April 2026

[IMF] Washington, DC -- Mr. Seedy Keita, Chairman of the African Caucus and Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs of The Gambia, and Ms. Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), issued the following statement at the conclusion of the African Consultative Group[1] meeting: [...]

Ghana: Ghana Records $4.2bn Trade Surplus for Fourth Quarter 2025

15 April 2026

[Ghanaian Times] GHANA'S trade surplus surged to a record $4.2 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, reflecting a strong rebound in export performance. [...]

Liberia: Infrastructure Gaps Threaten Harper Port's Trade Potential

15 April 2026

[Liberian Observer] At a time when West Africa's maritime sector is expanding and regional ports are grappling with congestion, the Port of Harper in Maryland County is struggling to position itself as a viable trade hub due to persistent infrastructure and operational constraints. [...]

Kenya: Kerosene Spared in Latest Fuel Review On Sh108 Subsidy

15 April 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kerosene prices remained unchanged at Sh152.78 per litre in the latest review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), after the government applied the highest subsidy on the product. [...]

Ghana: Adentan-Dodowa Road Set for Early Completion - As Works Progress Steadily

15 April 2026

[Ghanaian Times] RECONSTRUCTION works on the Adentan-Dodowa road are progressing steadily and are expected to be completed ahead of schedule, Messrs Oswal Enterprise Limited has assured. [...]

Kenya: Kenya Monitoring Global Oil Prices to Shield Citizens From External Shocks - President Ruto

15 April 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has defended the government's fuel pricing strategy, saying recent interventions are designed to shield Kenyans from rising living costs. [...]

Kenya: Pressure Mounts On CS Wandayi As Activists Call for Probe Into Fuel Pricing Irregularities

15 April 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Pressure is mounting on Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi to step aside following fresh demands by civil society over the ongoing fuel price crisis and alleged irregularities in the energy sector. [...]

Kenya: Sifuna Accuses Ruto's Govt of Misleading Kenyans Over Fuel Prices Amid Sharp Hike

15 April 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has accused President William Ruto's administration of misleading Kenyans on fuel pricing, following a steep increase in pump prices announced by the regulator. [...]

Liberia: Will Printing Money to Buy Gold Strengthen, or Strain the Liberian Dollar?

15 April 2026

[Liberian Observer] The Central Bank of Liberia says it plans to print additional Liberian dollar banknotes to buy gold from local miners and build up national reserves. On the surface, the idea makes sense. Liberia exports large amounts of gold each year yet holds none in reserve. Keeping some of that value at home is a reasonable ambition. [...]

Mauritius: Preparing Mauritian Businesses for the Real Economy of Tomorrow

15 April 2026

[L'Express] As Mauritius prepares its 2026-2027 Budget, policymakers face a moment of strategic truth. The country must not only balance public finances, but also help Mauritian businesses reposition themselves for a dramatically changing global economy. The debate should move beyond short-term fiscal adjustments, and focus on what kind of economic system Mauritius wants to build for the next decade. [...]

Liberia: 'We Are Not Printing New Money'

15 April 2026

[New Dawn] The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL)has clarified that its plan to print Liberian dollars is not to introduce a new family of banknotes, but is instead intended to replace worn-out, mutilated, and unfit banknotes currently in circulation. [...]

Africa: Ethiopia Africa's Leading Wheat, Coffee Producer - Agriculture State Minister

15 April 2026

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia has emerged as Africa's leading wheat producer and the largest coffee producer and exporter, according to Agriculture State Minister Professor Eyasu Elias. [...]

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Strengthens Climate Finance Push in High-Level Talks With CIF

15 April 2026

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- An Ethiopian delegation led by Finance Minister Ahmed Shide held high-level talks with Tariye Gbadegesin, Chief Executive Officer of the Climate Investment Funds (CIF), to deepen collaboration on climate action. [...]

Nigeria: Guinness Nigeria PLC Shareholders to Receive N2.00 Interim Dividend

15 April 2026

[This Day] Guinness Nigeria Plc has announced an interim dividend of N2.00 per ordinary share for the quarter ended 31 March 2026, signalling a strong earnings recovery and renewed focus on shareholder returns. [...]

Botswana: Govt Accelerates Renewable Energy Development

15 April 2026

[Botswana Daily News] Maun -- President Advocate Duma Boko will on April 16 officiate the implementation of the Maun 500MW solar photovoltaic power plant. [...]

Tanzania: Prison Housing Plan Targets 6,800 Units

15 April 2026

[Daily News] Dodoma -- DEPUTY Minister for Home Affairs, Ayoub Mohamed Mahmoud, said a plan to construct 6,800 houses for prison staff has been finalised to address accommodation challenges. [...]

Tanzania: Zanzibar Eyes Seaweed Value Addition

15 April 2026

[Daily News] Zanzibar -- ZANZIBAR has stepped up its commitment to creating an enabling environment and investing in value addition projects for marine products, particularly seaweed, a key source of income for coastal communities. [...]

Kenya: Fuel Price Increase Sparks Outrage in Kisumu As Costs Hit Transport Sector

15 April 2026

[Capital FM] Kisumu -- Confusion and frustration have gripped motorists and passengers in Kisumu following the latest fuel price hike announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), with many questioning conflicting signals from government officials. [...]

Uganda: Pearl Bank Records Sh47.3 Billion Profit After Tax

15 April 2026

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Pearl Bank's full evolution from PostBank to its current identity has got another boost, with Pearl Bank's latest financial results for the year ended December 2025 telling a story of strong growth. Profit after tax rose 34 percent to sh47.3 billion, customer deposits climbed 43 percent to sh1.42 trillion, and Wendi wallet balances surged more than fivefold to sh240.5 billion. [...]

Arab Barghouti says rights groups must do more for Palestinian prisoners

15 April 2026

Marwan Barghouti's son is challenging human rights groups to do more to stop Israel’s abuse of Palestinian prisoners. [...]

What is Trump-backed SAVE America Act and what could it mean for US vote?

15 April 2026

US Senate resumes debate on controversial bill requiring more proof of citizenship, which Trump calls top priority. [...]

Countries pledge $1.5bn for Sudan crisis as war enters fourth year

15 April 2026

UN chief calls for end to 'nightmare' war as Khartoum rejects international conference as 'colonial tutelage approach'. [...]

Blood, Sweat and Sugar

15 April 2026

The sugar industry’s bitter legacy, built on slavery, exploitation and environmental damage, is still resonating today. [...]

UN experts urge member states to suspend Israel arms transfers

15 April 2026

The experts call Israel's bombardment of Lebanon on April 8 'a blatant violation of the UN Charter'. [...]

Is Iran beating the US at its own propaganda game?

15 April 2026

Iran has condemned a ban imposed by YouTube on a pro-Iranian group that releases Lego-style AI videos. [...]

Israel’s High Court hears petitions to oust Ben-Gvir

15 April 2026

Israel’s High Court heard petitions to oust Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. [...]

Netanyahu sees Lebanon as his last chance for a ‘win’

15 April 2026

After the failure in Gaza and Iran, the Israeli prime minister hopes he can be triumphant in Lebanon. [...]

Why has Italy’s Giorgia Meloni suspended a defence pact with Israel?

15 April 2026

Italy’s decision has little immediate impact, but marks an unprecedented U-turn by one of Israel's staunchest allies. [...]

LIVE: Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid – Champions League quarterfinal

15 April 2026

Follow the build-up and live text commentary of the game as Madrid look to come back from 2-1 first-leg defeat. [...]

Trump escalates threats to fire US Federal Reserve Chair Powell

15 April 2026

In a Fox Business interview, Trump says he will fire Powell if he does not vacate his board seat when his term ends. [...]

Can Japan’s arms industry gain from Trump trust loss?

15 April 2026

Japan's announcement comes at a time when the country is looking to rapidly expand its defence exports. [...]

Iran warns US naval blockade threatens ceasefire

15 April 2026

Iran says it will halt all trade in the Gulf if the US continues blocking its vessels. [...]

US sending 10,000 more troops to Middle East despite Iran ceasefire

15 April 2026

The US is sending additional troops to the Middle East this month, according to The Washington Post. [...]

Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal vows to win Champions League after Atletico defeat

15 April 2026

Spain's teenage star writes to fans the day after Barcelona's Champions League exit to promise future glory. [...]

‘Erosion of a country’s future’: What has the war cost Sudan?

15 April 2026

Sudan's civil war, which erupted three years ago, has devastated civilian infrastructure, pushed millions into misery. [...]

Every 27 minutes, someone is killed in Sudan’s war

15 April 2026

Every day, over the last three years in Sudan, 53 people on average are killed. [...]

Italian magazine cover of Israeli settler sparks diplomatic backlash

15 April 2026

Italian magazine cover showing an armed Israeli settler grinning at a Palestinian woman has sparked backlash from Israel [...]

US-Iran talks: What’s the latest on mediation efforts?

15 April 2026

Tehran rejects US conditions on nuclear arms; sanctions relief and strait control fuel diplomatic deadlock in Islamabad. [...]

What people in Lebanon are saying about talks with Israel

15 April 2026

This is how people in Lebanon are reacting to the country’s first direct talks with Israel in decades. [...]

What are Iran’s $100bn in frozen assets and where are they held?

15 April 2026

Iran wants the US to release its frozen assets as part of talks. The money could help it rebuild its battered economy. [...]

As world focuses on Iran, Israel ‘engineering starvation policy’ in Gaza

15 April 2026

The weaponisation of logistics has caused severe shortage of fuel, food and medicines piling misery on Palestinians. [...]

At least nine people killed in Turkiye’s second school shooting in two days

15 April 2026

Eight students and a teacher killed in the south-central province of Kahramanmaras, interior minister says. [...]

Asian Cup 2027 draw in Saudi Arabia moved to May 9 over Iran war

15 April 2026

Draw for the 24-team 2027 AFC Asian Cup, originally set for Saturday, moved to May 9. [...]

Anger in Lebanon as Israel launches deadly strikes despite diplomatic drive

15 April 2026

Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah says negotiating 'with the enemy is wrong', warns of 'internal division'. [...]

Arrests after attempted arson attack on synagogue

15 April 2026

Police arrest a man, 46, and a woman, 47, on suspicion of arson at Finchley Reform Synagogue. [...]

Two Met PCs charged over death of pregnant woman

15 April 2026

The woman and her unborn child died in a crash with a police car in Kidbrooke, south-east London. [...]

'Sad step backwards' in recovery for Tate fall boy

15 April 2026

A French boy who fell from a Tate Modern balcony is recovering more slowly than his family had hoped. [...]

Man arrested climbing into Israeli embassy had arrived on small boat twice, court hears

15 April 2026

Abdullah Albadri denies charges preparing terrorist acts and being in possession of two knives. [...]

Thames Water 'sleepwalking' into bad deal for customers, investor says

15 April 2026

The troubled utility firm should be put into administration says a frustrated rival bidder. [...]

Disabled man stuck in flat for weeks as lift breaks

15 April 2026

George Grimshaw is stuck in his Camden flat after the building's only lift broke on 16 March. [...]

Three in court over Primrose Hill student murder

15 April 2026

Three men are remanded in custody charged with murdering film student Finbar Sullivan on 7 April. [...]

Nanny 'probably sedated baby', coroner rules

15 April 2026

An inquest found he had "likely" been given an antihistamine by the night nanny to make him sleep. [...]

Grenfell memorial government funding approved

15 April 2026

A law that would fund a memorial to those who died in the 2017 fire has passed through House of Lords. [...]

Three jailed for rape of missing 14-year-old girl

15 April 2026

The girl was raped by the three men after being coerced off the streets in south-east London. [...]

Bus drivers to strike again at east London depot

15 April 2026

More than 300 drivers are expected to walk out over 'fatigue concerns', according to the union. [...]

Legal advisers help migrants pose as gay to get asylum, undercover BBC investigation finds

15 April 2026

The BBC exposes a shadow industry charging migrants thousands of pounds to help them cheat the asylum system. [...]

How I overcame homelessness to help others

15 April 2026

A former drug addict who experienced homelessness turned his life around and is helping others. [...]

What might happen with your council: A guide to London's 32 boroughs

7 April 2026

More than six million Londoners are eligible to vote in the local elections on 7 May. [...]

A simple guide to the May elections in England, Scotland and Wales

9 April 2026

Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England. [...]

Reform UK seeks breakthrough in fragmented Havering Council

14 April 2026

Havering has done things rather differently, but the issues here might sway voters across London. [...]

Lib Dems 'local champions who get things done'

14 April 2026

Sir Ed said the Lib Dems would be fielding the largest number of candidates for more than 30 years. [...]

Hackney has always elected a Labour mayor - but could that change?

12 April 2026

Hackney has only ever had a Labour directly-elected mayor, but could the borough change colour? [...]

London may become a political patchwork quilt after elections

7 April 2026

Political control of all of London's 32 councils will be contested in the elections on 7 May. [...]

Greens 'on course for record-breaking elections'

9 April 2026

Zack Polanski says the Greens are looking to gain votes from those "disillusioned with the traditional parties". [...]

Khan: Fewer Labour councils mean less investment

2 April 2026

London's mayor Sir Sadiq Khan says if Labour lose control of London councils, investment will be impacted. [...]

Reform UK says it will make a big dent in London

29 March 2026

The party launched its London election campaign in Croydon. [...]

What photo ID will you need to vote in the May elections?

9 April 2026

Everyone voting in person in the local elections in England on 7 May will have to show valid photo ID. [...]

Can I vote?

24 March 2026

Find out if there is an election in your area with our postcode lookup tool. [...]

'I swapped driving a tractor for a dumper truck'

14 April 2026

With the UK facing a skills shortage, efforts are being made to get more women in construction. [...]

Markets digest bank earnings after recent turmoil

14 April 2023

Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know

14 April 2023

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022. [...]

Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

14 April 2023

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis. [...]

Analysis: Fox News is about to enter the true No Spin Zone

14 April 2023

This is it. [...]

Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color

13 April 2023

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds. [...]

Not only is Lake Powell's water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too

21 March 2022

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows. [...]

These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

22 March 2022

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report. [...]

Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren't more of them doing it?

20 March 2022

As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls. [...]

Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks

18 April 2023

Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a crowd of, reportedly, over 125,000 people, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé used the ground-breaking moment to pay homage to Korean heritage by arriving onstage in hanboks: a traditional type of dress. [...]

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

30 March 2023

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study. [...]

How Playboy cut ties with Hugh Hefner to create a post-MeToo brand

11 April 2023

Hugh Hefner launched Playboy Magazine 70 years ago this year. The first issue included a nude photograph of Marilyn Monroe, which he had purchased and published without her knowledge or consent. [...]

'A definitive backslide.' Inside fashion's worrying runway trend

6 April 2023

Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it's clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats. [...]

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

12 April 2023

In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up a pair of his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of his final NBA championship — and now they are the most expensive sneakers ever to sell at auction. The game-winning sneakers sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's in New York on Tuesday, smashing the sneaker auction record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 by a pair of Nike Air Ships that Jordan wore earlier in his career. [...]

The surreal facades of America's strip clubs

6 March 2023

Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. [...]

Here's the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

7 April 2023

We all know the routine by heart: "Please ensure your seats are in the upright position, tray tables stowed, window shades are up, laptops are stored in the overhead bins and electronic devices are set to flight mode." [...]

'I was up to my waist down a hippo's throat.' He survived, and here's his advice

12 April 2023

Paul Templer was living his best life. [...]

They bought an abandoned 'ghost house' in the Japanese countryside

10 April 2023

He'd spent years backpacking around the world, and Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama was finally ready to return home to pursue his long-held dream of opening up a guesthouse. [...]

Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

31 March 2023

Due to its remoteness and short summer season, Mongolia has long been a destination overlooked by travelers. [...]

The most beautiful sections of China's Great Wall

18 September 2023

Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I've had plenty of time to travel widely in China. [...]

10 December 2021

Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

12 December 2022

Celebrities and musicians are coming together tonight to honor everyday people making the world a better place. [...]

CNN Heroes: Sharing the Spotlight

10 December 2022

Donate now to a Top 10 CNN Hero

26 November 2021

Anderson Cooper explains how you can easily donate to any of the 2021 Top 10 CNN Heroes. [...]

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15 April 2026

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15 April 2026

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