[This Day] British Prime Minister, Andy Burnham has said he is open to calls for a formal apology on behalf of the country for its role in the transatlantic slave trade.

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis -- On board the Amerigo Vespucci, the Italian Navy's famous three-masted ship, maritime history meets international cooperation. Docked at La Goulette port since October 31, this training ship - which is celebrating its 95th anniversary this year - is a tangible example of the cooperation relations between Tunisia and Italy, particularly in the maritime training, naval diplomacy and the protection of the marine environment fields, said Italian Ambassador to Tunisia Alessandro Prunas.

[Premium Times] With the right policies, Nigeria could boost economic growth, create jobs, and improve rural livelihoods. But in the rush to exploit its reserves, local communities may also pay a price through environmental pollution, land degradation, and insecurity that often accompany poorly regulated resource extraction.

[AIM] Maputo -- The Irish company Kenmare Resources, which has been mining the heavy mineral sands in Moma and Larde districts, in the northern Mozambican province of Nampula, has announced that the Council of Ministers (cabinet) has approved a 20-year extension for its operations in the country.

[Premium Times] Building on its support for ART X Lagos' landmark tenth anniversary, the Bank continues its partnership with the fair, championing African artistic excellence, cultural heritage and emerging creative talent.

[Premium Times] Peter Obi has pledged to begin construction of the long-delayed Ibom Deep Seaport, joining President Bola Tinubu in making a presidential promise to Akwa Ibom over the strategic maritime project.

[This Day] - Says $62bn worth of royalties not collected from companies for 18 years

[AIM] Maputo -- The US oil and gas company ExxonMobil has ExxonMobil has raised its working interest in the Rovuma LNG project, in the northern Mozambican province of Cabo Delgado, from 25 to 50 percent after swapping assets with Italy's Eni.

[Ghanaian Times] THE Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) closed October on a positive note, with the benchmark GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) gaining 1.38 per cent in the week ended October 30, 2026, driven largely by the dominance of telecommunications giant, MTN Ghana (MTNGH).

[Ghanaian Times] ZENITH Bank Ghana Limited, on Saturday, organised a health walk to encourage healthy living, strengthen relationships and demonstrate the institution's commitment to the well-being of the people it serves.

[New Dawn] Nimba County -- SANNIQUELLIE, Nimba County, November 2, 2026: The Government of Liberia has turned over 30 pieces of earth-moving equipment, commonly known as yellow machines, to Nimba County to accelerate road rehabilitation, improve rural connectivity and boost agricultural activities.

[New Times] The plan to locally assemble more than 200 electric buses under an agreement involving Chinese firm Chery and Ecofleet Solutions is a welcome step in the country's shift towards cleaner transport. Starting with public buses is especially significant: these vehicles serve large numbers of people every day, so the benefits of cleaner mobility can reach far beyond individual car owners.

[Leadership] Nigeria's public debt has grown far faster than both its population and its revenue, a development that analysts have warned is mortgaging the future of generations yet unborn.

[Ghanaian Times] A £30,000 Information Communication Technology (ICT) centre and science laboratory have been inaugurated for the Adaklu-Kodzobi Basic School in the Adaklu District of the Volta Region to promote quality teaching and learning in the rural community.

[Ghanaian Times] THE Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL) has pledged to strengthen airport infrastructure in order to improve operational efficiency and enhance passenger experience as it marks 20 years of operations.

[Daily Maverick] Africa's green minerals represent a historic opportunity. But realising it will require generations working together, combining experience with fresh thinking and creating opportunities for Africans to turn the continent's natural wealth and human potential into shared prosperity.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Businesses across East Africa are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools to automate human resource functions as companies seek to improve workforce productivity, reduce administrative costs and manage rapid expansion.

[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA -- Liberia's third-biggest taxpayer this year is its own payroll office.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Changes in Saudi Arabia's labour laws have contributed to a decline in the number of Kenyan workers in the country, affecting money sent home, Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Kamau Thugge has told MPs.

[Capital FM] Kisii -- National Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo says Kenya is laying the foundation for double-digit economic growth, citing improved macroeconomic stability and rising investor confidence.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The University of Nairobi made only minor changes to its master's curriculum in urban planning over 44 years, according to a 2015 review cited in a new World Bank report examining the quality of professional training in Sub-Saharan Africa.

[Scrolla] Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau says 141 companies have promised investments worth more than R548-billion across South Africa's special economic zones. Limpopo's Fetakgomo-Tubatse Special Economic Zone has attracted R52.6-billion in planned investments that could create 20,000 jobs over the next 10 years.

[Leadership] The naira enters November on firm ground, backed by higher crude prices, a four-year high in oil output and a sharp rise in external reserves.

[Leadership] President Bola Tinubu has said the settlement of legacy financial obligations in Nigeria's electricity sector is helping to restore confidence among key stakeholders and strengthen the foundation for a more stable power market.

[Vanguard] *Raise prime rates in 8 sectors, cut maximum rates *Agric, construction, manufacturing face higher rates *Analysts warn of delayed impact of CBN rate cuts

[Premium Times] The PCC says some commentaries reproduced Mr Tinubu's campaign promise without including the part that he would give Nigerians adequate reasons if his administration failed to fulfil the estimated billing commitment before seeking re-election.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- African countries vulnerable to climate change are diverting significant public resources towards debt repayments at the expense of climate action, food security and investments in resilience, according to new reports by ActionAid.

[This Day] Nigeria is not a country short of opportunities. Across its states and economic sectors, there are infrastructure projects waiting to be developed, agricultural value chains capable of supporting greater productivity, businesses seeking opportunities to expand and communities whose economic prospects could be transformed by well-directed investment. From the possibilities of industrial development to the growing interest in technology, trade and renewable energy, the country's economic potential remains