[Ghanaian Times] President John Dramani Mahama's disclosure that government has spent more than GH¢50 billion from domestic resources on roads within 16 months is, without doubt, a major statement of intent.

[Ghanaian Times] THE National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA) has firmly denied claims that its Chief Executive Officer, Chris Boadi-Mensah, increased his salary by 25 per cent upon assuming office, describing the allegation as false and misleading.

[Ghanaian Times] The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has received a major boost to its emergency response capacity following the donation of ICT equipment by the European Union (EU), facilitated by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM).

[Nyasa Times] PayChangu, Malawi's homegrown digital payment gateway designed to simplify and secure transactions, has welcomed its nomination for the "Top Invest in Malawi" recognition, describing it as more than an award but a strong validation that the country's e-commerce ecosystem is evolving and local innovation is gaining high-level recognition.

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Wednesday inaugurated the new headquarters of the Ministry of Ports and Marine Transport, saying the government is prioritising modernization of the country's ports and protection of maritime resources.

[New Times] Officials have warned traders across the country, cautioning them against using the recent surge in fuel prices as an excuse to increase the cost of goods and services.

[Agenzia Fides] Abuja -- "The incessant violent attacks and indiscriminate killings occurring throughout the country are inhumane and unjustifiable acts, and a grave affront to the sanctity of life," stated the Council of the Laity of Nigeria in a statement released at the conclusion of its 157th National Executive Council. The country's main association of lay faithful urged political and institutional leaders to "protect the lives and property of the population, while implementing sustainable economic policies that prioritize

[Liberian Observer] The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) has issued a new regulatory directive increasing the minimum capital requirement for commercial banks operating in Liberia from US$10 million to US$15 million, in a move aimed at strengthening the resilience, stability, and competitiveness of the country's financial sector.

[263Chat] The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) has declared its support for striking nurses accusing the government of failing to address worsening pay and working conditions across the public sector.

[ISS] Resource bartering doesn't deliver stability - it perpetuates institutional fragility and rarely builds public trust and legitimacy in African governments.

[Premium Times] The environmental group says prolonged wellhead fires in Ondo and Rivers states expose a weak response to pollution, threatening livelihoods and ecosystems

[Daily News] Dodoma -- ENERGY Week exhibitions organised by the Ministry of Energy Tanzania and its affiliated institutions have officially opened at the Parliament premises in Dodoma, with the Minister for Energy, Deogratius Ndejembi, urging lawmakers to visit the booths and learn about progress made in the country's energy sector.

[Daily News] Zanzibar -- THE Zanzibar Government has introduced a special programme to collect and manage data on the use of marine resources, in a move aimed at promoting sustainable investment in the blue economy.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- WE call upon the government through relevant organs, including the police, to urgently tighten enforcement against the illegal sale of petrol and diesel along highways.

[Independent (Kampala)] Gulu -- Leaders from civil society organisations (CSOs), and political circles in the Acholi sub-region have criticized the Protection and Sovereignty Bill, 2026, warning that it could undermine economic recovery in the sub-region.

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Uganda's insurance penetration remains among the lowest globally, with some segments like motor insurance still struggling to gain traction. Many individuals view insurance as unnecessary or inaccessible, often until they experience loss firsthand.

[Liberian Investigator] President Joseph Nyuma Boakai launched a real-time digital performance tracking system Monday and presided over the signing of 2026 performance contracts with heads of ministries, agencies, commissions and state-owned enterprises, pushing accountability to the center of his administration's reform agenda.

[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- The Civil Service Agency ordered all civil servants Tuesday to sign a National Non-Disclosure Agreement by June 2 or face removal from the government payroll and possible dismissal, setting a hard deadline that leaves no room for exceptions across Liberia's public sector.

[Daily News] Singida -- Artisanal and small-scale miners (ASMs) in Singida Region have called for the deployment of environmental specialists within mineral offices, arguing that such a move would significantly reduce the cost of preparing mandatory Environmental Assessment Plans and improve access to essential services.

[Premium Times] Abili Integrated Services says video shown at National Assembly misrepresented its operations, alleges rival firm's workers were involved in pipeline vandalism

[New Times] The financial pressure on households is gradually building up. It is felt in small, cumulative changes: transport and housing that cost more than yesterday, groceries that cost more than before, and cooking gas that requires a tighter household calculation.

[Nyasa Times] Malawi's fuel crisis is no longer just an economic story told in statistics and policy statements--it is now a lived, shared struggle, cutting across ordinary citizens and government officials alike. When Information Minister Shadric Namalomba admitted that he personally struggled to find fuel in Zomba over the weekend, it stripped away any remaining distance between leadership and the daily hardships faced by Malawians. In that moment, the crisis stopped being abstract. It became painfully human.

[Nyasa Times] Malawi's inflation rate has slowed to its lowest level in over two years, offering a measure of relief on paper, but the reality for many households remains far from comfortable as underlying cost pressures persist.

[Vanguard] The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has alerted the public to a rise in fraudulent messages, emails, and online communications aimed at gaining unauthorized access to personal bank accounts.

[New Zimbabwe] Discover moreBusiness directory listingsLocal food productsHealth community newsTHE United States Embassy in Zimbabwe has reaffirmed its commitment to deepen trade ties with Zimbabwe by scaling up relevant exchange programs between the two nations.

[Premium Times] The Bank further urged Nigerians to only rely on information on its official website and recognized media outlets, and to also refrain from clicking suspicious links from unauthorised senders.

[This Day] The trial of former Nigerian petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, resumed on Day 23 at the Southwark Crown Court in London, with the ex-minister telling the court she was unfairly blamed and effectively made a scapegoat for decisions taken at the highest levels of government, particularly during the fallout from Nigeria's 2012 fuel subsidy crisis.

[New Times] Consumers of cooking gas are paying varying prices across the country, depending on retailers' supply chains and business models, The New Times has learnt.

[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- The Central Bank of Liberia asked lawmakers Tuesday to authorize printing of L$79 billion in new banknotes, including a new L$2,000 denomination, at an estimated cost of US$11.56 million between 2026 and 2030.

[This Day] Abuja -- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Tuesday raised the alarm over the circulation of fraudulent messages, emails, and online communications purporting to originate from or be associated with the bank, which are intended to misinform members of the public.