VICE CHAIRMAN – ÌJÈBÚ-JÈSÀ

The Elegboro of Ijebu-Jesa has been promoted to the post of Vice Chairman, Osun State Council of Obas. This development was communicated to the monarch in a letter from the …

Ghana: 70 Percent of Road Projects Under 'Big Push' to Be Ready End of 2027 - Minister

24 March 2026

[Ghanaian Times] SUNYANI -- The Minister of Roads and Highways, Mr. Kwame Governs Agbodza, has assured that by the end of 2027, about 70 per cent of road projects under the "Big Push" initiative will be completed nationwide. [...]

Africa: All of Africa Today - March 24, 2026

24 March 2026

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Djibouti: Djibouti's New Horizon - President Guelleh Unveils $480 Million 'Salaam City'

24 March 2026

[Shabelle] Djibouti City -- H.E. Ismail Omar Guelleh, President of the Republic of Djibouti, on Monday launched a $480 million residential project dubbed "Salaam City," as Djibouti steps up efforts to meet rising housing demand driven by rapid economic growth. [...]

Nigeria: Brain Drain - Improve Remuneration, Fix Naira and Doctors Will Stay - - Prof Ebeigbe

24 March 2026

[Vanguard] Statistics from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, MDCN, showed that in 2024, Nigeria registered about 4,900 new medical doctors and dental surgeons, while 4,200 requested certificates of good standing, a clear sign that many are preparing to practice abroad. [...]

Libya: Libya's $210m Investment in Sandton Yields Zero Benefits for the North African Nation's People

24 March 2026

[Daily Maverick] Libya's $210m investment in The Michelangelo Hotel and other properties in Sandton has yielded nothing for its people over two decades, due to mismanagement and ongoing legal battles. [...]

Djibouti: Djibouti Breaks Ground On Largest Residential Project in Nation's History

24 March 2026

[Nile Post] President Ismail Omar Guelleh on Monday led the groundbreaking for Salaam City, the largest residential development in Djibouti's history, marking a significant step in the nation's urban expansion. [...]

Kenya: Kenya Flags Off First Exports to China Under Zero-Tariff Agreement

24 March 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya on Monday flagged off its first consignment of exports to China under a newly implemented zero-tariff arrangement, a move officials say could help narrow the trade imbalance and expand market access for Kenyan goods. [...]

Egypt: Qualiphi Acquires Career Club to Expand Ai Career Platform Across Mena

24 March 2026

[Daba Finance] Qualiphi has acquired Career Club in a six-figure deal completed in the second half of 2025, as it expands AI-powered career services across Egypt and the Gulf. [...]

Africa: Afreximbank and Fci to Host Africa Regional Conference On Factoring, Receivables Finance &amp; Credit Insurance in Kampala

23 March 2026

[Afreximbank] Cairo/Amsterdam -- African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and FCI will jointly host the Africa Regional Conference on Factoring, Receivables Finance & Credit Insurance on 15-16 April 2026 in Kampala, Uganda. As Africa moves towards a unified market, these financial tools serve as essential catalysts for bridging the trade finance gap, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and accelerating intra-African trade volumes. [...]

Africa: Dangote Refinery Sells Fuel Across Africa After Reaching Full Capacity

24 March 2026

[Daba Finance] Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has begun exporting fuel across Africa after reaching full production capacity, marking a shift in regional fuel supply dynamics. [...]

Ethiopia: Ethiopian Airlines to Lease Two Next-Generation Converted Freighters From Aercap

24 March 2026

[Reporter] Ethiopian Airlines has agreed to lease two Boeing 777-300ER converted freighters from AerCap Holdings N.V., in a deal that will introduce the aircraft type to Africa for the first time, the companies said on Tuesday. [...]

Malawi: Parliament Proposes Higher Mining Fees and Dollar Payments for Foreign Investors to Boost Malawi's Revenue and Forex

24 March 2026

[Nyasa Times] A powerful proposal from Parliament has ignited a sweeping push to overhaul Malawi's mining sector, with lawmakers demanding higher fees, tougher fines, and a shift to charging foreign investors in United States dollars. [...]

South Africa: Gig Workers Earn More but Tax Means They Keep Less

24 March 2026

[Scrolla] Gig workers earning more to cover rising costs may land in a higher tax bracket and keep less money overall. Gig workers in South Africa pay provisional tax twice a year and face penalties for getting their income estimates wrong. [...]

Somalia: Somaliland Launches Nationwide Fuel Price Enforcement Campaign

24 March 2026

[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa, March 24 (Horn Diplomat) -- Somaliland's Ministry of Trade and Tourism, in coordination with regional authorities and police forces, on Tuesday launched a nationwide campaign to enforce newly standardized fuel prices, following a ministerial decree aimed at stabilizing the domestic energy market. [...]

Southern Africa: SADC Leaders Address Technical Barriers to Trade

24 March 2026

[SAnews.gov.za] Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams has officially opened the 41st annual meeting of the SADC Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Structures. [...]

Kenya: This Is Kenya's Moment to Shine in Nuclear and Safety Culture

24 March 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- This week, Nairobi is hosting a global conversation that the African continent can no longer defer. [...]

Nigeria: Alleged Tax Evasion - Binance Seeks Out-of-Court Settlement With FG

24 March 2026

[Vanguard] Binance Holdings Limited on Tuesday sought an amicable resolution of the ongoing tax evasion charge filed against it by the Federal Government. [...]

Liberia: Labour Ministry Moves to Prosecute LAC for Alleged Decades-Long Work Permit Violations

24 March 2026

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Ministry of Labour has issued a 30-day ultimatum to the management of the Liberia Agriculture Company (LAC) operating in Grand Bassa County to provide justification for its alleged failure to pay work permit fees for foreign employees since the company began operations in Liberia in 1959. [...]

Africa: MSF Demands Sustained Investment for Children With Tuberculosis

24 March 2026

[MSF] Geneva/Paris -- This World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) urges governments and international donors to bring children to the heart of the global TB response, and commit to investing in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of TB in children. No child should suffer or die from a disease that is both preventable and treatable. [...]

South Africa: On Hollow Ground - Zimbabwean Mining Town On the Brink of Collapse

24 March 2026

[GroundUp] The ground underneath Shurugwi is riddled with tunnels [...]

Tunisia: Tunisia Must Overcome Economic and Social Challenges Despite Heavy Legacy (Head of State)

24 March 2026

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis -- President Kais Saied chaired a high-level meeting on Monday afternoon at Carthage Palace, bringing together Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri, Minister of Finance Michket Slama Khaldi, Minister of Economy and Planning Samir Abdelhafidh, and Minister of Social Affairs Issam Lahmar. [...]

South Africa: Taxi Council Warns 15 Million Commuters Could Soon Pay More to Get to Work

24 March 2026

[Scrolla] Santaco says taxi fares may go up if the Middle East conflict keeps pushing fuel prices higher in South Africa. About 15-million South Africans use taxis every day, and Santaco is concerned higher fares could push commuters away from taxis. [...]

Mozambique: Mozambique Rescues Thirty Minors, Nine Visually Impaired Adults From Labour Exploitation in Zimbabwe

24 March 2026

[New Zimbabwe] Thirty Mozambican minors were rescued in recent days from Zimbabwe, where they were being exploited in child labour. In addition to these minors, nine adults with visual impairments were also found, and all were deported back to Mozambique via the Machipanda road border post in Manica province. [...]

Rwanda: Equity Bank Rwanda Posts Rwf59 Billion Profit Amid Robust Loan Growth, Strong Efficiency

24 March 2026

[New Times] Equity Bank Rwanda delivered solid growth in 2025, reinforcing its position as one of the key contributors to the historic performance posted by Equity Group Holdings in the year. [...]

Uganda: Uganda's Smartphone Economy Still Out of Reach for Many

24 March 2026

[Nile Post] Uganda's digital economy is growing at an unprecedented pace, driven by mobile technology, e-commerce, and digital financial services. Yet, even as government and private sector players push more services online, millions of Ugandans remain reliant on basic feature phones. [...]

From Pakistan to Egypt, Iran war drives up fuel prices in the Global South

25 March 2026

Developing economies in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East are bearing the brunt of surging energy costs. [...]

OpenAI pulls AI video app Sora as concerns grow on deepfake videos

25 March 2026

This is first big step by ChatGPT maker to focus its business on potentially more lucrative areas, such as coding tools. [...]

Parsi: No deal ‘’without both sides giving something to the other’

25 March 2026

Trita Parsi argues that Iran is unlikely to agree to end the war without sanctions relief. [...]

Thousands march to mark 50th anniversary of Argentina’s bloody coup

25 March 2026

Thousands of people took to the streets in Buenos Aires to mark the 50th anniversary of Argentina’s last military coup. [...]

New Zealand footballers willing to play Iran World Cup match outside US

25 March 2026

The teams are set to play on June 15 in Los Angeles, but Iran has threatened to boycott its matches due to the war. [...]

Indonesians fire wooden cannons in post-Eid tradition

25 March 2026

Two villages in Indonesia’s West Java province faced off with wooden cannons in a traditional post-Eid celebration. [...]

Canada tells Israel that Lebanon’s sovereignty ‘must not be violated’

25 March 2026

Canada and France call on Israel to halt plans to occupy southern Lebanon as invasion preparations under way. [...]

US jury orders Meta to pay $375m for endangering children

25 March 2026

The verdict marks the first time a US state has successfully sued the social media giant over child safety issues. [...]

What we know about the US’s 15-point plan Iran proposal

25 March 2026

US media reports the Trump administration has proposed a temporary ceasefire and a 15-point plan to end the war on Iran. [...]

US to send thousands of soldiers from 82nd Airborne Division to Middle East

25 March 2026

The US is expected to deploy up to 3,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East. [...]

Iran says ‘non-hostile’ ships can pass safely through Strait of Hormuz

25 March 2026

Tehran's statement on opening of key waterway comes as US President Trump says talks are taking place to end the war. [...]

Drone attack ignites fuel tank at Kuwait airport

25 March 2026

A drone has sparked a fire at a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport. [...]

Philippine president declares energy emergency as impact of Iran war felt

25 March 2026

Transport unions say emergency declaration a 'superficial band-aid' that does not address root cause of fuel crisis. [...]

Philippines declares national emergency as fuel supplies dwindle

25 March 2026

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a year-long national emergency as fuel supplies begin to dwindle. [...]

Indian police manage long lines as panic grows over fuel shortages

25 March 2026

Indian police have been stationed at petrol pumps in the state of Gujarat as people panic over possible fuel shortages. [...]

Israeli and Palestinian mothers call for peace on barefoot walk

25 March 2026

Israeli and Palestinian mothers marched barefoot through Rome, calling for greater protection for children. [...]

Iran war live: Trump again says talks under way; 12 killed in south Tehran

25 March 2026

US-Israeli strikes on Iran continue despite claim of talks, with at least 12 killed, 28 wounded in one attack on Tehran. [...]

Russian weapons, tactics seen in Ukraine are shaping Myanmar’s civil war

24 March 2026

Russian role felt in Myanmar, from aircraft to waves of conscripts launching 'meat assaults' made infamous in Ukraine. [...]

Activists label Larry Ellison’s yacht ‘The Trump Propagandist’

24 March 2026

Led By Donkeys released a video showing members labelling Larry Ellison’s superyacht “The Trump Propagandist.” [...]

Trump keeps up claims of talks with ‘the right people’ in Iran

24 March 2026

US reportedly engaged in backchannel efforts, though Israel apparently not on same page, and military buildup continues. [...]

Explosion, fire at Erbil high-rise amid Iranian attacks

24 March 2026

Video shows a large explosion and fire at a high-rise building in Erbil reportedly near the US Consulate. [...]

Palestinian refugees in Lebanon face another forced displacement

24 March 2026

After Israel’s bombing of Beirut’s southern suburb of Dahiyeh, Palestinian refugee Dalal Dawali fled to Beddawi camp. [...]

Arms manufacturer thrives amid US-Israel war on Iran

24 March 2026

Elbit Systems has seen rapid growth as wars intensify across Iran, Palestine, and Lebanon. [...]

Long lines, unpaid TSA workers: Experts say US air travel system in crisis

24 March 2026

TSA workers face unpaid wages, causing long lines and staffing shortages at key US airports during shutdown chaos. [...]

Building collapses after Iranian missile strike on Israel

24 March 2026

A building has collapsed in Bnei Brak, near Tel Aviv, after Israeli authorities said it was hit by an Iranian missile. [...]

Two men arrested over Jewish charity ambulance arson attacks

25 March 2026

Four Hatzola ambulances were set ablaze in Golders Green, London, in the early hours of Monday. [...]

'I couldn't afford rent in London as a nurse so I commuted from Wales while pregnant'

25 March 2026

A&E nurse Georgie Scott says she was "'pushed out" of the capital because of high rent prices. [...]

How will the £8.5m Albert Bridge repair be funded?

25 March 2026

Kensington and Chelsea Council has put in bids for help from Transport for London and the Department for Transport. [...]

Al fresco dining fund hopes to boost summer trade

25 March 2026

A fund is set up to help cafes and bars increase outdoor seating areas and extend their hours. [...]

'Wildly unaffordable': The harsh reality of shared ownership

25 March 2026

For many, the promise of getting a foot on the property ladder has turned into a nightmare. [...]

London council tax claim could 'mislead' residents - UKSA

24 March 2026

Wandsworth Council is accused of not being clear enough in its communications about freezing council tax. [...]

In pictures: Playful lynx snatches top prize in photo competition

25 March 2026

A young lynx caught mid play has won the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award 2026. [...]

'I can count on one hand the times I am offered a Tube seat'

23 March 2026

Hannah Emberton says people are "glued to their phones" and do not see her Baby on Board badge. [...]

'Shocking but not unexpected': Jewish community reacts to ambulance attack

24 March 2026

Ambulances belonging to a Jewish community charity in north-west London were set on fire on Monday. [...]

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

22 March 2026

Fiona Holm and Naomi Hunte were killed by the same man only 16 months apart. Could police have done more? [...]

'It's been bittersweet': The Iranian-Iraqi cafe drawing crowds to Hackney

22 March 2026

Logma, a newly opened Iranian-Iraqi cafe in Hackney, has gone viral for its sandwiches. [...]

Anyone who goes through IVF 'should be so proud', says Sara Pascoe

22 March 2026

The comedian says she tries to be proud of her own experience of IVF by talking about it on stage. [...]

'A Met special constable raped me and made me fear for my life'

21 March 2026

One of the victims of James Bubb, who raped vulnerable teenagers he met online, speaks to the BBC. [...]

A40 closure: What you need to know

20 March 2026

The A40 Westway flyover is closing in both directions for more than a month for repairs. [...]

'I've applied for 500 jobs in two months since graduating'

18 March 2026

Charlotte Briggs has applied for hundreds of jobs and cannot find work, despite achieving a 2:1 degree. [...]

'Why we want child abuse nursery held accountable'

17 March 2026

Vincent Chan was jailed for 18 years after admitting 56 sexual offences, including abusing children at a West Hampstead nursery. [...]

Your Voice: 'My bike was stolen while I was riding it and police did nothing'

18 March 2026

Cristiana Jones Caccavale says police refused to investigate when her electric bike was stolen. [...]

Women with endometriosis face 'systemic misogyny'

16 March 2026

Women share their experiences of living with endometriosis so the condition can be better understood. [...]

Your Voice – on your local BBC

17 February 2026

Tell your local BBC team about the issues you would like to see them investigate. [...]

Keep Tudor? Go for De Zerbi, Mason or Redknapp? Where do Spurs go next?

24 March 2026

BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty asks what Spurs should do next with uncertainty surrounding the future of interim head coach Igor Tudor. [...]

'We'll be aggressive, but smart' - Gilmore on new Quins coaching ticket

24 March 2026

Harlequins appoint Jason Gilmore as permanent head coach, with former Australia coach Robbie Deans joining as performance director from the start of next season. [...]

Arsenal's Eze could be out for month with injury

24 March 2026

Arsenal attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze could miss between four to six weeks because of a calf injury. [...]

Is the three-week Premier League break good for your side?

24 March 2026

The Premier League is on a break for almost three weeks as international football takes centre stage, but will it give your club a chance to reset or disrupt momentum? [...]

Dirt pitches, dodging dogs and choosing Chelsea - the making of Estevao

24 March 2026

From the dirt pitch to practising against a rottweiler and Thiago Silva's advice - the foundations of Chelsea forward Estevao's rise. [...]

Carter, Eze and Iwobi named on Football Black List

24 March 2026

England defender Jess Carter, Arsenal attacker Eberechi Eze and Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi are on the 2025 Football Black List. [...]

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