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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

CCM Names Lazaro Komba as Peramiho By-Election Candidate

Tanzania’s long-ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has officially chosen Kalambo District Commissioner Dr. Lazaro Komba to represent the party in the upcoming parliamentary by-election for Peramiho Constituency in Ruvuma Region — a decision that has stirred strong political debate across the
January 26, 2026

John Mrema Transforms ARI Secondary School Development

Dar es Salaam’s Deputy Mayor and Kinyerezi Ward Councillor, Hon. John Ryoba Mrema, continues to bring tangible progress and hope to residents of Kinyerezi, fulfilling campaign promises and demonstrating hands-on leadership since taking office. One of Mrema’s most visible initiatives has been
January 25, 2026

Burundi President Reshuffles Cabinet in Strategic Shakeup

Burundi’s President, Évariste Ndayishimiye, has dismissed two senior government ministers as part of a wider cabinet reshuffle and appointed new leaders to take their place, signaling a fresh phase in the administration’s efforts to strengthen governance and policy direction. In a televised
January 25, 2026

Mbowe Calls for National Healing After Mtei Funeral

Tanzania’s former opposition leader, Freeman Mbowe, has issued a strong call for national reconciliation, urging the government to acknowledge past political wrongs and release political detainees, saying the country continues to carry deep emotional wounds from decades of political tension. Mbowe made
January 25, 2026

Uganda Opposition Leader Reports Violent Night Raid Home

Uganda’s political tensions intensified after opposition figure Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine, reported that armed security forces stormed his family residence in Magere during the early hours of Saturday, leaving his wife injured and the property badly damaged. In a
January 25, 2026
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