Cape Verde looks to capitalise on World Cup heroics
BBC Africa travels to Cape Verde to examine how the surprise package of the 2026 World Cup is developing footballing talent on the archipelago.
Tanzania suspends political rallies three years after lifting ban
The East African government says the move is necessary because of security threats.
Africa’s 43 mllion displaced population generates $27bn annually – report
…Nigeria’s displaced population generates $300m Africa’s 43.1 million displaced population generate an estimated $27 billion in annual income, creating one read more Africa’s 43 mllion displaced population generates $27bn annually – report
Kenya: Vocal Africa Alleges Five Activists Missing After Arrest During Gen Z Protest
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Human rights organisation Vocal Africa has claimed that five activists arrested outside Parliament during Thursday's Gen Z anniversary protests have disappeared, despite the release of more than 200 other demonstrators following court proceedings.
Gambia: Trade Minister Says Employment Increased By 163,660 Since 2023
[Foroyaa] The Minister for Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, Mod K. Ceesay, has told the National Assembly that employment in The Gambia increased by 163,660 persons between 2023 and 2026, according to preliminary findings from the 2026 Labour Force Survey.
Gambia: Defence Seeks Adjournment in Rongo's D30 Million Civil Suit
[Foroyaa] The defence team in a D30 million civil suit filed by Gambian musician Momodou Lamin Jarju, popularly known as Rongo, has on 23 June 2026 applied for an adjournment to allow time for the certification of documents intended to be relied upon during the trial.
Kenya: DPP Closes Case in Sh8.2bn Meth Bust As Six Iranians Await Fate in Landmark Drug Trafficking Trial
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has closed its case against six Iranian nationals accused of trafficking more than one tonne of methamphetamine worth Sh8.2 billion, paving the way for the court to determine whether they have a case to answer.
Tunisia: CPJ, Partners Call On EU to Review Approach Toward Tunisia Amid Critical Human Rights Decline
[CPJ] On Friday, the Committee to Protect Journalists and five other press freedom and human rights organizations sent a joint letter to the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen calling for an immediate change in the EU's approach toward Tunisia due to a severe human rights decline.
Nigeria: PDP Backs State Police, Warns Against Political Interference
[Vanguard] The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, on Friday backed the proposed establishment of state police, warning that political considerations must not be allowed to undermine efforts to strengthen national security.
Nigeria: President Tinubu Approves National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office, Appoints Obi Adigwe National Coordinator
[State Department] President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office (NHTDAO) and appointed Dr Obi Adigwe as the pioneer National Coordinator.