[Liberian Observer] In a Statement issued today, the Company announced that by mutual agreement, Mr. Henrique Caine has departed the company. The statement reads:

[Liberian Observer] A coalition of Liberian civil society organizations working in transparency, accountability, and human rights has drafted a mining law reform proposal aimed at safeguarding mining activities to protect local communities, conserve the environment, and unlock meaningful revenue for the country.

[Premium Times] The coming on stream of the company is expected to boost local drug manufacturing, create jobs and strengthen healthcare delivery in the country.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Treasury is expected to table a Bill in the National Assembly next week to implement proposed changes to Pay As You Earn (PAYE), including a zero per cent tax rate on monthly earnings of up to Sh32,333.

[Scrolla] Prices are 4.5% higher than a year ago, says Statistics South Africa. Maize meal is 8.6% cheaper and fruit and nuts 4.8% cheaper, but transport costs are up 10.8%. Economist Johann Els expects inflation to go above 5% in October and November, and the fuel levy cut from 4 November will cover only about a quarter of the petrol price rise since January.

[Nile Post] President Museveni has urged European investors to take advantage of Uganda's investment opportunities in infrastructure, energy, manufacturing and agriculture, saying investment in productive sectors is essential to job creation, market expansion and economic transformation.

[Daily Maverick] The Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement offers Dirco a temporary lifeline, but underlying governance failures, unstaffed embassies and decaying overseas properties show South Africa's diplomatic corps remains deeply in crisis.

[Daily Trust] Bolt Send, the on-demand delivery service operated by ride-hailing platform Bolt, has completed more than six million deliveries in Nigeria in 2026, reflecting growing adoption of app-based logistics by individuals and businesses.

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[Premium Times] The health minister briefed the NEC on preparedness to tackle Ebola.

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia and Uganda have signed a bilateral labour agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation on employment, regulating recruitment and protecting workers' rights in both countries, Somalia's labour ministry said.

[Premium Times] The governor reaffirmed his administration's commitment to workers' welfare and policies aimed at improving the living conditions of residents.

[This Day] Abuja -- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday reaffirmed his determination to unlock Nigeria's gas resources to power industries, improve electricity supply, create jobs and boost export earnings.

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[Namibian] Opposition parties have accused the government of bulldozing the petroleum bill through parliament, warning that the move threatens democratic principles and sidelines the voices of elected representatives.

[Leadership] The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed its affiliate unions, state councils and civil society allies to begin preparations for possible nationwide action if the federal government fails to resolve workers' demands by October 27.

[Nile Post] Taxi drivers have been urged to avoid shortcuts and prioritise passenger safety during the rainy season, amid warnings that changing weather conditions can make some roads dangerous.

[Leadership] The president/chief executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote has said Africa's ambition to become a global industrial powerhouse hinges on its ability to mobilize long-term financing, deliver reliable electricity and adopt policies that turn its vast natural resources into manufactured products.

[Leadership] A nationwide strike is looming as negotiations between the federal government and organised labour ended in a deadlock on Thursday, with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) extending the window for the government to address workers' demands by five days.

[New Zimbabwe] THE Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) and CBZ Bank have signed a declaration of intent to establish a proposed US$50 million trade finance facility aimed at improving access to funding for Zimbabwean businesses and supporting growth in productive sectors.

[Ghanaian Times] THE Minister of Environment, Science and Technology (MEST), Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has urged mining companies to comply with laws and regulations governing the extractive industry to minimise the environmental impact of their operations on mining communities.

[Horn Diplomat] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Oct. 22, 2026 (Horndiplomat -- Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed visited the Ethiopian Nuclear Energy Commission to review progress in developing the country's nuclear energy programme, highlighting the role of advanced technology in Ethiopia's long-term economic transformation.

[GroundUp] The funds will support interventions for pregnant women and young children, but questions remain over how the money will be spent

[Daily Maverick] Markets certainly welcomed this version of the MTBPS. The yield on the benchmark 10-year government bond fell 20 basis points to 8.72% -- a big thumbs-up. By revealing contrast, Mexico's 10-year bond yield is around 9.30% -- and Mexico has an investment-grade rating.

[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 22 - Seven merchant vessels are scheduled to call at the Port of Mombasa this week, bringing petroleum products, base oil and palm oil as Kenya continues to rely on seaborne imports to meet domestic fuel and industrial demand.

[263Chat] President Emmerson Mnangagwa has taken over the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) chairmanship, with plans to prioritise industrialisation, value addition and greater participation in regional value chains to drive economic growth.

[This Day] Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms are aimed at addressing longstanding structural weaknesses in the economy, restoring fiscal stability, and creating a foundation for sustainable economic growth. Idris stated this in Abuja when National Convener of Women of Influence for Tinubu 2027, Hauwa Farouk Ibrahim, led a delegation of the organisation on a courtesy visit to Ministry of Information and National Orientation.

[Daba Finance] Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has acquired a 25% stake in Kenya Pipeline Company for about $327 million, expanding his energy business into East Africa's fuel transportation network. Dangote announced the acquisition on October 21, 2026, at the Financial Times Africa Summit in London, confirming that one of his companies had purchased an interest in the pipeline operator. He did not disclose which subsidiary completed the transaction. The purchase comes as Dangote Industries develops a $16 billion

[Dabanga] East Darfur -- Cuts to food aid and a near-total crop failure are leaving displaced families and vulnerable communities struggling to find food as prices soar and malnutrition worsens.

[African Development Bank (AfDB)] What: Africa Financial Summit (AFIS) 2026 Who: African Development Bank Group (Main Partner), the Government of Angola (Host country), International Finance Corporation (Co-host); Jeune Afrique Media Group When: 3-4 November 2026 Where: Luanda, Angola