Shipping rules hinder Nigerian growth
Foreign liners may continue to enjoy exclusive rights over Nigeria’s crude oil exports. But, as Francis Ezem reports, Nigerians may soon be able to get in on the act.
Magufuli’s Covid response saved thousands
He may have been ridiculed in the West for rejecting lockdowns and encouraging prayer-a-thons. But as ex-World Health Organization scientist Dr David Bell explains, Tanzania’s late president John Magufuli is not seen as a pariah by many in the scientific community – he’s seen as a life-saver.
Rebels unite in Central African Republic
Wracked by sectarian violence for decades, rival rebel groups in the Central African Republic have joined forces to overthrow the government, following a disputed election. But, as war correspondent Jack Losh reports, it’s still business as usual for the long-suffering civilians caught in the crossfire.
Somali impasse threatens regional peace
As last month’s deadline to choose a new president is missed, Somalia’s politicians are risking instability across East Africa. By Zachary Ochieng in Nairobi.
Mystery surrounds death of Tanzanian president
The government says John Magufuli died of heart problems, but questions abound over what really happened to the 61-year-old, who had a doctorate in chemistry and warned against devastating Covid-19 lockdowns in Tanzania.
The latest African business news
Nigerian-born Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala became the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) first African and first woman Director-General when she commenced her role on March 1, 2021.
News in brief
The West African nation looks set to see its first democratic transition of power next month, after a one-time Interior Minister, Mohamed Bazoum, won Niger’s second-round presidential vote.
Politics
Will Zuma bring down the ANC?
Former South African president Jacob Zuma is facing possible jail time for refusing to give evidence to an anti-corruption commission.
Nigerians going meat-free
It’s the lifestyle choice promoted by Western celebs like Beyoncé and Messi. But, as Judy Cogan discovers, veganism is being embraced by people from West Africa, thanks to a London-based chef and food blogger.
Sports news
Politics takes centre stage as football administrators in Africa elect new CAF president.