Africa
Chad: UN peacekeeper in Mali held for killing own commander
The UN peacekeeping mission in Mali has launched an inquiry after a Chadian soldier opened fire inside a UN base, killing his own commander and a doctor in the unit.
Nigeria: Nigeria government’s audit removes nearly 24,000 non-existent workers
BBC News – The Nigerian government has removed nearly 24,000 workers from its payroll after an audit revealed they did not exist, the Finance Ministry has said. The move has
Nigeria’s Buhari orders investigation into Benue clashes
BBC News – Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered an investigation into communal clashes, which have left hundreds dead in central Benue state. Mr Buhari expressed “deep shock” at the
Africa: Queen Elizabeth Speaks About God’s Faithfulness
ACN Service – The Supreme Governor of the Church of England, Queen Elizabeth II, has made a strong personal statement of her faith, and has told the people that she is
Botswana: Police, Church Partnership Fruitful
Daily News, Francistown — As part of the government initiative to bring services closer to the community, the Botswana Police Services resolved to set a day where they would interact
Ethiopia: IRCE Condemns Recent Attack On Places of Worship
The Ethiopian – These destructive acts of a few group of people do not represent the people in the areas where such atrocities occurred. Such actions are strongly forbidden by
Nigeria: Calls for Nigeria President’s Impeachment for Altered 2016 Budget
Premium Times – President Muhammadu Buhari vowed late Tuesday that all those involved in the “padding” of the 2016 National Budget will face the most severe punishment. Addressing the Nigerian
BBC launches 2016 Komla Dumor Award
The BBC is seeking a future star of African journalism for the BBC World News Komla Dumor Award, now in its second year. The winner will work with teams across
Zambia: Every Christian Must Heed to the Call of Proclaiming the Gospel, Says Bishop
Lusaka — Bishop Clement Mulenga of the Catholic diocese of Kabwe has asked Christians to respond to Christ’s call of Proclaiming the Gospel to everyone. In his homily during the
Fire Destroys Nigeria’s Kano Market
By Yusha’u A. Ibrahim Kano — A fire at the Singer Market in Kano yesterday destroyed many shops and property yet to be financially estimated. The market is reputed to
