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Lagos Assembly Orders Halt To Makoko Demolitions

The Lagos State House of Assembly has ordered an immediate halt to demolition activities in the historic waterfront community of Makoko, following widespread protests by residents and civil society activists. The suspension comes as authorities respond to concerns over human rights, forced
February 5, 2026

Government Pushes Unified Approach to Water Resources

Tanzania’s Minister for Water, Jumaa Aweso, has called on water basin boards across the country to strengthen cooperation and improve performance in order to enhance the sustainable management of the nation’s water resources, warning that fragmented efforts could undermine long-term water security
February 2, 2026

Tanzania Unity Efforts Falter Amid Justice Concerns

 Veteran Tanzanian politician and respected economist Professor Anna Tibaijuka has warned that the country’s current political environment is not conducive to genuine national unity, arguing that reconciliation efforts will remain fragile unless justice is visibly upheld. Speaking during a televised interview programme
February 2, 2026

Trump Calls for Obama Arrest Over Russia Claims

U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited political tensions in the United States after publicly accusing former President Barack Obama of orchestrating a conspiracy linked to the long-running investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. In a post shared on his social
February 2, 2026

US Senator Warns of Rift in Uganda Security Ties

A senior United States senator has sounded the alarm over actions by Uganda’s top military commander that he says risk eroding a long‑standing security partnership between Washington and Kampala, marking a rare diplomatic tension between the two nations. Senator Jim Risch, the
February 1, 2026

Iran Accuses Western Powers of Fueling Unrest

 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sharply criticized the United States, Israel and several European nations, accusing them of exploiting Iran’s economic hardship to stir protests and destabilize the country. Speaking on state television on January 31, 2026, Pezeshkian said foreign governments had
February 1, 2026

Trump Administration Plans to Close African Embassies

The Trump administration has unveiled plans to close several U.S. embassies across Africa as part of a sweeping effort to reduce government spending, a move that could dramatically reshape America’s diplomatic presence on the continent. Nations potentially affected include Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana,
January 31, 2026

Don Lemon Arrest Raises Press Freedom Concerns

Veteran journalist Don Lemon was taken into federal custody Thursday night while covering the Grammy Awards, sparking renewed debate over press freedom and the rights of reporters covering politically sensitive events. The arrest stems from Lemon’s presence at a protest earlier this
January 31, 2026

Tanzania, Brazil Strengthen Cooperation Across Strategic Sectors

Tanzania and Brazil have pledged to deepen cooperation across key sectors, including health, agriculture, trade, investment, education, and security, in a renewed effort to benefit citizens and strengthen long-term development ties. The commitment was made on January 29, 2026, during high-level discussions
January 31, 2026