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Politics - 4 April 2026
Djibouti media and electoral bodies call for fair coverage during election campaign
Djibouti City, Djibouti, March 2026 - The National Communication Commission and the Independent National Electoral Commission have urged media outlets to ensure fair, balanced, and reliable reporting during the ongoing…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
Kenyan police rescue 67 girls from suspected trafficking operation in Nakuru
Nakuru County, Kenya, March 29, 2026 - Kenyan police have rescued 67 girls believed to be victims of a suspected human trafficking network in Njoro, Nakuru County.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
Djibouti presidential campaign officially launched as candidates begin nationwide
Djibouti City, Djibouti, March 28, 2026 - The official 15-day campaign period for Djibouti’s presidential election has begun, with candidates launching their activities across multiple regions of the country.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
CP Theos Badege appointed Deputy Commissioner General of Rwanda Correctional Service
Kigali, Rwanda, April 2, 2026 - The Cabinet has appointed CP Theos Badege as the Deputy Commissioner General of the Rwanda Correctional Service (RCS), following a meeting held at Village Urugwiro and chaired by…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
Norbert Basengezi elected Second Vice-President, replacing Bahati Lukwebo
Kinshasa April 3, 2026 - Senator Norbert Basengezi Katintima has been elected Second Vice-President of the Senate of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, securing a clear majority in Friday’s vote.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
Djibouti reports over 256,000 registered voters as election preparations advance
Djibouti City, Djibouti, March 27, 2026 - Election preparations are underway in Djibouti, with authorities confirming that more than 256,000 voters have been registered ahead of the presidential poll.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
DR Congo declares national holiday after historic World Cup qualification
Guadalajara April 1, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of Congo has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in 52 years, prompting the government to declare Wednesday, April 1, a paid public holiday nationwide.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
Gen. Muhoozi expresses support for Israel amid ongoing Israel-Iran conflict
Kampala, Uganda, March 26, 2026 - Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly stated his support for Israel in the ongoing conflict involving Israel and Iran, according to remarks shared through…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
Djibouti opposition candidate Samatar launches campaign with rally in Tadjourah
Tadjourah, Djibouti, March 28, 2026 - Opposition candidate Mohamed Farah Samatar has officially launched his presidential campaign with a major rally in the city of Tadjourah.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
President Kagame signals possible review of morning prayer broadcast suspension
Kigali, Rwanda, March 25, 2026 - President Paul Kagame has indicated that the issue surrounding the suspension of the morning mosque broadcast may be reviewed, suggesting that authorities could reconsider the current…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
Cameroon restores Vice President role through constitutional amendment
Yaoundé, April 4, 2026 - Cameroon’s Parliament has approved a constitutional amendment reinstating the position of Vice President, a post that had been abolished in 1972.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Politics - 4 April 2026
DRC lawmaker proposes reforms to limit multiple public offices and improve governance
Kinshasa March 29, 2026 - A member of the National Assembly from Lukunga, Dunia Mangu Mangu, has introduced a series of proposed amendments aimed at improving governance in state-owned enterprises in the Democratic…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read