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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

Tinubu Continues Türkiye Visit After Brief Stumble

Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu briefly stumbled during a ceremonial welcome in Ankara on Tuesday, but officials say he is in good health and continues his state visit without interruption. The 73-year-old leader, who is in Türkiye to strengthen diplomatic and economic
January 28, 2026

Ugandan Army Rejects Claims Over Alleged Home Raid

Uganda’s military leadership has pushed back against accusations by opposition figure Bobi Wine that soldiers carried out a violent night raid at his home in Kampala, an incident he says left his wife injured and in need of medical care. According to
January 28, 2026

Life Grows Harder in Goma Under Rebel Control

One year after armed fighters from the M23 movement seized the strategic lakeside city of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, residents say daily life has become more difficult, uncertain, and painful than ever before. Once a vibrant commercial hub near
January 28, 2026

Unity Seen as Path to Tanzania’s New Constitution

A Tanzanian Member of Parliament has urged the nation to put unity and respect at the heart of the long-awaited constitutional reform process, warning that divisions could once again derail hopes for a new supreme law. Addressing Parliament in Dodoma on Tuesday,
January 28, 2026

Bulaya Urges Youth to Seize Economic Opportunities

A Tanzanian legislator has called on young people across the country to rise and seize emerging economic opportunities outlined by President Samia Suluhu Hassan, saying the future of national development rests firmly in the hands of the youth. Speaking on January 27,
January 28, 2026