By Victoire Fikiri Gakuru
Africa-Press - Uganda. Diplomats convene in Qatar to discuss peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) but on-the-ground dynamics along with developments in adjacent capitals reveal a more alarming situation.
Congo’s destiny now depends on both negotiators and...
Uganda Needs to Prioritize Peace Instead of Power during the Mineral Conflicts in Congo
Nigeria Must Look Inward to Revive Its Economy – Dr. Gwandu
By Abba Hamisu Sani
Africa-Press - Nigeria. Dr. Abdullahi Abubakar Gwandu, an economist and lecturer at the College of Business and Management Studies, Kaduna Polytechnic, has urged the Nigerian government to shift its focus from foreign economic models and instead prioritize homegrown solutions...
Will Atiku, El-Rufai, and Other Opposition Leaders' Coalition Work Against Tinubu’s Re-election in 2027?
By Abba Hamisu Sani
Africa-Press - Nigeria. Opposition leaders in Nigeria, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, have announced the formation of a coalition aimed at unseating President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections.
The...
From Solwezi to State House: Shalala Reflects on Upnd’S Transformative Path
By zambianobserver
Africa-Press - Zambia. Lusaka, Zambia – UPND Consultant Oliver Shalala has described the United Party for National Development (UPND) as the dominant force in Zambia’s political landscape, citing its historical growth, electoral success, and delivery on key national...
Besigye would be Celebrating his 69Th Birthday as a Venerated Former President—If Uganda were a Normal Country
Africa-Press - Uganda. Uganda under President Yoweri Museveni is a monumental contradiction—only comparable to Ethiopia under the late Meles Zenawi. In their obituary of Meles titled “Our man in Africa,” my favourite British newspaper, The Telegraph, posed a piercing dilemma:
“Here, in a...
Legal expert counters Sultan’s terrorist tag on social media
By Hadiza Musa
Africa-Press - Nigeria. Amid growing tension over the role of digital platforms in Nigeria, the Sultan of Sokoto recently stirred controversy by describing social media as a tool worse than a terrorist organization.
Recall that the Sultan stated this last week while speaking during...
Startling Shift in US Foreign Policy Looming towards the Gambia
Africa-Press - Gambia. A quiet but ominous tide is rising in the corridors of US foreign policymaking—one that may wash harshly upon the shores of African nations like The Gambia. Recent revelations from POLITICO and Reuters have brought to light a proposed policy shift under Donald Trump’s...
ECOWAS at 50: Tinubu urges leaders to tackle poverty, invest in education
By Emmanuel Ugwueze
Africa-Press - Nigeria. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asked leaders of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, to work assiduously in tackling poverty and high unemployment among youth.
He also charged them to invest in education, innovation and skill...
A journey of acceptance: Chamatunhu’s zeal to fight autism
By TAKUDZWA MUNEMO
Africa-Press - Zimbabwe. DORCAS Chamatunhu watched with a warm smile as the children laughed, played and learned together.
She remembered the day she first opened the school’s doors, driven by a passion to give these special children a chance to shine.
Twelve years...
How Russian Government Gave UPDF $3 Million Topographic Mapping Equipment
By Faridah N Kulumba
Africa-Press - Uganda. The government of Russia donated topographic mapping equipment worth USD 3 million to Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF). The consignment of the equipment was handed over to at the Special Forces Command (SFC) Headquarters in Entebbe delivered by...
Current Crisis in the Great Lakes Undermines Peace Efforts in Africa
Africa-Press - Angola. The deterioration of the security situation in some countries in the Great Lakes Region represents a setback in collective efforts for peace in Africa. The concern, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, was expressed by the head of Angolan diplomacy and president of...
Plateau's Lingering Insecurity and Mass Killings: Why Tinubu Must Act Beyond Verbal Condemnation
By Abba Hamisu Sani
Africa-Press - Nigeria. Amnesty International and other human rights organizations have described the recent killing of at least 54 people in Zikke village, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, as a matter of grave concern.
They emphasize that the...
Tribute to George Kunda, late Vice President and Justice Minister of the Republic of Zambia:
Africa-Press - Zambia. Today, we pay tribute to the life and legacy of George Kunda, the 11th Vice-President of Zambia, who served under President Rupiah Banda from 2008 to 2011. Born on February 26, 1956, in Luanshya, this man was a distinguished lawyer and politician who left an indelible mark on...
The Implications of Lopsided Appointments by Tinubu on Nigeria's Fragile Unity
By Abba Hamisu Sani
Africa-Press - Nigeria. Many Nigerians have expressed concern over the manner in which President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is making federal appointments, describing them as lopsided—particularly in key economic sectors such as the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Federal...
Why French Military Donated High-Tech Equipment to Ugandan Army
By Faridah N Kulumba
Africa-Press - Uganda. Recently the government of the Republic of Uganda received high-tech Equipment that was donated to them by the government of France. The high-tech equipment was received by the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Mountain Division from the French...
Pakistan Defence Chief’s Visit to Nigeria: A Strategic Boost to Bilateral Ties
By Abba Hamisu Sani
Africa-Press - Nigeria. Nigeria and Pakistan, both members of the Commonwealth of Nations and former colonies of the British Empire, share a long-standing relationship rooted in mutual interests. While Pakistan gained independence in 1947 following its partition...
Alleged defamation: Yahaya Bello petitions IGP, demands prosecution of Sen Natasha
By John Akinfehinwa
Africa-Press - Nigeria. Former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) over alleged defamatory statements made against him by the suspended senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly,...
CBEX Crash: Ten times Nigerians lost billions after falling into hands of Ponzi schemes operators
By Daily Post Staff
Africa-Press - Nigeria. Nigeria has become a fertile ground target for Ponzi schemes, with millions of unsuspecting investors losing life savings in a cycle of financial deception and unfulfilled promises.
From digital platforms to agriculture-based investments, these...
Beyond the Bulldozers: why Transport Policy must Shift from Concrete to Economics
Africa-Press - Botswana. The question we must ask — urgently and honestly — is whether the sheer accumulation of transport infrastructure has translated into meaningful economic and social progress. DOUGLAS RASBASH* argues that the evidence suggests otherwise.
In Botswana’s march towards...
Kano Emirship Tussle Takes New Turn as Police Summon Emir Sanusi Over Eid-el-Fitr Violence
By Abba Hamisu Sani
Africa-Press - Nigeria. The longstanding Kano Emirship crisis has taken a new turn following the invitation of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II by the Nigeria Police Force in connection with the violence and fatalities recorded during the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr celebrations in...