Year 2024

Malawi VP Cleared Of Corruption Charges

IN a significant turn of events, a court in M alawi has dismissed corruption charges against Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima, removing a key obstacle to his potential bid in the forthcoming presidential election slated for next year. Chilima, who…

Nigeria Denies Hosting Troops From Niger

RECENT  reports suggesting the resettlement of foreign troops from neighbouring Niger to northern Nigeria have been vehemently denied by Nigerian authorities, with Information Minister Mohammed Idris labelling such claims as ‘falsehood’. Addressing the speculation, Idris clarified, ‘We have neither received…

Mozambique’s Frelimo Elects Daniel Chapo As Leader

IN a pivotal move, Mozambique’s ruling Frelimo party has named regional governor Daniel Chapo as its new leader, setting the stage for him to potentially succeed President Filipe Nyusi if Frelimo secures victory in the forthcoming elections, announced Nyusi late…

Morocco-Europe Underwater Rail Link Advances With Studies

EFFORTS to establish an unprecedented intercontinental rail link between Europe and Morocco have taken a significant step forward as the Moroccan National Company for Strait Studies (SNED) initiates feasibility research on an ambitious 40-year-old train project aimed at connecting the…

Nigeria Prioritises Domestic Electricity, Cuts Foreign Supply

IN a bid to address the persistent power shortages plaguing Nigeria, the nation’s electricity regulator, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), has issued a directive to the grid operator to curtail supplies to customers overseas, prioritising domestic needs. NERC’s directive,…