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BUSINESSAug 27Ghana bars export of unrefined goldGhana has announced a ban on the exporting of unrefined gold from the country. Africa’s leading gold producer wants to move beyond the role of a supplier of raw minerals and enable the country to capture greater economic value from its gold resources. Our correspondent, Justice Baidoo, has more.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 27Alleged underworld kingpin testifies at S. African commissionAn alleged underworld kingpin wrapped up his testimony at a high profile South African corruption enquiry on Wednesday. Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala returned to the witness stand before the Madlanga Commission looking into allegations including accusations that a suspended deputy police chief took kickbacks from criminals. Eunice Masson has more.France 24 [en]
BUSINESSAug 27Dangote, Vitol, Alpha MBM: who will win the battle of refineries in East Africa?Trois géants de l’énergie se disputent le marché du raffinage en Afrique de l’Est. Derrière la course aux investissements, c’est le contrôle du brut, des infrastructures et des réseaux de distribution qui se joue.Jeune Afrique
HEALTHAug 27WHO Declares Uganda Ebola-FreeThe country has been praised for its efforts in preventing the spread of the outbreak that has overwhelmed health facilities in parts of the east of neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The post WHO Declares Uganda Ebola-Free appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSAug 27Ugandan president’s son, Kainerugaba declares bid to succeed father in 2031KAMPALA — Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, has formally declared his intention to contest the country’s presidency in 2031, signalling his ambition to succeed his father. Kainerugaba, 52, made the declaration in a series of posts on X on Tuesday, putting to rest speculation over whether he would eventually seek Uganda’s highest […] The post Ugandan president’s son, Kainerugaba declares bid to succeed father in 2031 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTAug 27"If you started running, they would shoot you": at the heart of Nigeria's growing kidnapping crisisBBC Afrique
HEALTHAug 27Uganda declares Ebola outbreak over after 42 days without new case… Africa CDC, WHO hail rapid response, warn neighbouring countries to remain vigilantBy Chioma Obinna Uganda has declared the end of its Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo species after completing 42 consecutive days without recording a new confirmed case, marking a major milestone in the country’s response to the deadly viral disease. The declaration […] The post Uganda declares Ebola outbreak over after 42 days without new case appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 27Yaya Toure becomes first African coach to lead a team into Champions LeagueIvory Coast legend Toure takes Slovan Bratislava into the group phase two months after joining the Slovakian club.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDAug 27Elders becoming more visible in drug trade in Nigeria, other West African countriesThe apparent rise of trafficking by older adults could reflect a new criminal adaptation rather than individual criminality. The post Elders becoming more visible in drug trade in Nigeria, other West African countries appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 27Fuel subsidy: Let’s debate the real solution to Nigeria’s cost-of-living crisis, By John Okiyi KaluGovernment does not have to keep petrol artificially cheap forever. It needs to make transport, electricity, food production and household incomes progressively less dependent on cheap petrol… That is the conversation I want to hear from serious presidential candidates in 2027. On 29 May, 2023, petrol was selling at roughly ₦195 per litre at the […] The post Fuel subsidy: Let’s debate the real solution to Nigeria’s cost-of-living crisis, By John Okiyi Kalu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 27Xenophobia: Ghana rejects MTN’s donation for affected GhanaiansGhana said it had already made adequate financial provision for the evacuation and reintegration of affected Ghanaian citizens. The post Xenophobia: Ghana rejects MTN’s donation for affected Ghanaians appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHAug 27Ebola outbreak over in Uganda but cases still rising in DR CongoThe outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in Uganda is over but it is still not under control in the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo. The Congolese government says there have been more than 2,700 deaths and more than 5,600 cases of Ebola and that transmission remains active.France 24 [en]
BUSINESSAug 27Poor debt data, weak oversight threaten Africa’s debt management — ExpertsThey spoke at the sixth African Conference on Debt and Development (AfCoDD VI), organised by the African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) in Nairobi, Kenya. . The post Poor debt data, weak oversight threaten Africa’s debt management — Experts appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 27Kenya’s world record holder Sawe withdraws from Berlin MarathonAn undisclosed injury has forced Sebastian Sawe to withdraw from next month's Berlin Marathon.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 27Tanzania's VP expelled from ruling party for indiscipline as his successor namedNchimbi announced his resignation earlier this week after reportedly falling out with President Samia.BBC World
POLITICSAug 2726,000 Nigerian children enter custody yearly, most without lawyers — MinisterAbout 26,000 children enter Nigerian custodial and remand facilities annually, with most awaiting trial and many without lawyers, prompting calls by government and justice stakeholders for diversion, early legal aid and child-focused reforms. The post 26,000 Nigerian children enter custody yearly, most without lawyers — Minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 27Nigeria’s Paris Club debt deal: A factual rejoinder to Donald Duke, By Jide AkintundeObasanjo’s credit was never in danger and did not require Duke to vandalise everyone else’s contribution. Donald Duke’s recent account of Nigeria’s Paris Club debt deal bears little relation to the public record. In an interview published by SYMFONI TV on 22 August 2026, he accused Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala of taking “vain glory” for the relief. […] The post Nigeria’s Paris Club debt deal: A factual rejoinder to Donald Duke, By Jide Akintunde appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHAug 275 African foods that science considers excellent for healthDu Moringa au Fonio, en passant par le Baobab, le Sorgho ou le Teff, plusieurs aliments africains sont réputés pour leur richesse nutritionnelle. Certains sont même qualifiés de « superaliments », en raison de leur forte concentration en nutriments et des vertus dont ils regorgent.BBC Afrique
WORLDAug 27Yaya Touré makes history as first African manager in UCL league phaseManchester City and Ivory Coast legend Yaya Touré has made history by becoming the first African coach to lead a club into the group stage of the UEFA Champions League. The post Yaya Touré makes history as first African manager in UCL league phase appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 27We’ve metered 60% of Nigeria’s electricity consumers – FGVP Shettima receives briefing on Privatisation Council's activities at 2nd meeting for 2026. The post We’ve metered 60% of Nigeria’s electricity consumers – FG appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 27Nigerian newspapers review: NFF President, other board members resignIn today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, and other board members resigning following poor management of Nigerian football. The post Nigerian newspapers review: NFF President, other board members resign appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYAug 27Ugandan forces showcase skills at military competition amid Gaza deployment rowTeams from across Uganda’s Defense Forces showcased their skills this week at the 2026 edition of the Interforces Drill Competition. The event comes amid controversy over the deployment of soldiers to the Gaza Strip, as part of the International Stabilisation Force.Africanews [en]
WORLDAug 27Journalist Sunday Isuwa to launch book on digital transformation of Nigerian newspapersDigital Shift in Nigeria’s Newspaper Industry examines how technology is reshaping newsroom operations, journalism practice, revenue models and audience engagement. The post Journalist Sunday Isuwa to launch book on digital transformation of Nigerian newspapers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 27 We will carry JKF campaign on our head – Ghanamma . comAn entity or group has declared strong support for the JKF campaign. This statement indicates a commitment to the political campaign effort.ghanamma.com · Ghana
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