Author: kajarbi54

The African Union has strongly condemned a recent attack in Zamfara State, in northwestern Nigeria, describing it as a “heinous act of terrorism.” The attack, which occurred on February 21, left more than 50 civilians dead and several women and children abducted. The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, issued the condemnation in a statement on behalf of the continental body and called for coordinated collective action to protect civilian populations. “The AU calls for the immediate, safe, and unconditional release of all abducted women and children and urges strengthened, coordinated, and collective action to protect civilian…

The South African government has received its first shipment of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccines as part of efforts to protect the country’s livestock industry. Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen accepted the consignment last week. The vaccines were sourced from Biogénesis Bagó in Argentina. Approximately one million high-potency doses have arrived, marking the start of a broader nationwide rollout. An additional five million doses are expected in March. Steenhuisen said the programme forms part of the Department of Agriculture’s new 10-year eradication strategy, which aims to vaccinate the country’s national herd of more than 14 million cattle and restore what he…

Severe flooding has left more than 2,500 households homeless in the central-eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo after two major rivers burst their banks, inundating several villages. Jean-Claude Ngoy, head of civil society in Punia Territory, said heavy rainfall in Maniema Province in recent days caused the Congo River and the Ulindi River to overflow, displacing hundreds of residents in the villages of Kasera, Tubila, and Ulindi. Speaking to reporters, Ngoy said at least 2,533 households were affected after floodwaters submerged homes and destroyed property. The flooding also caused significant damage to infrastructure, including schools, health facilities, and sources of…

Nigeria has secured a $6.2 million arbitration victory against European Dynamics UK Ltd, an international technology contractor, following a dispute with the Bureau of Public Procurement, (BPP), over a stalled national e-Procurement project. Despite prior talks of settling outside court, the bureau pursued arbitration, maintaining that payment must correspond to demonstrable results and contractual obligations. Central to the case was the User Acceptance Test, (UAT), which revealed significant functional deficiencies in the system. The tribunal upheld Nigeria’s position that the contractor was responsible for remedying these faults at no additional cost and that formal delivery could only occur once the…

The Namibia government says it is adopting a multi-sectoral approach to strengthen efforts against drug and substance abuse. The renewed initiative follows growing concerns that the town of Rehoboth has become a hotspot for drug-related activities. Rehoboth Mayor Jacky Khariseb, who disclosed this in an interview, said the government is working closely with law enforcement agencies and community stakeholders as part of a coordinated strategy to address the escalating problem. According to the mayor, a dedicated committee meets monthly to review crime statistics, analyse trends, and coordinate responses to criminal activities in the town. He added that the Rehoboth Town…

Africa is often portrayed as impoverished, underdeveloped, and perpetually struggling; a narrative that has persisted for decades despite the continent’s vast natural wealth and global contributions. A closer look reveals a striking paradox. Africa is rich in resources, still, the wealth it generates from these resources rarely translates into broad-based development. As Dr David Okoror, Security and Governance Strategist at the International Institute for Security and Governance Studies in Nigeria, observed in an interview with Kajarbi54: “Africa is not poor. Africa is wealthy – but it is badly governed, poorly protected, and strategically exploited. Although Africa’s problem is not foreign…

Ugandan authorities have approved the continuation of Sunday market operations to provide a legal, temporary space for street vendors to trade, following an earlier eviction directive requiring them to relocate to designated market stalls. Kampala’s Central Business District (CBD) was largely cleared of street vendors on Friday as the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) began enforcing its directive, marking the end of a two-week ultimatum issued on February 5. The directive took effect at 8 p.m. on February 19, 2026. The enforcement, however, allows for temporary Sunday market sales, an organized arrangement under which vendors are permitted to sell goods…

When Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo concluded their three day border summit on Friday February 20, 2026, officials described it as another milestone in strengthening bilateral ties. But beyond the diplomatic tone, the meeting delivered a structured package of trade and security measures that, if implemented effectively, could significantly reshape commerce and stability along one of East Africa’s most sensitive frontiers. According to a joint press statement, the two sides committed to transforming their shared border from a site of historical friction into a bridge for shared economic prosperity. The emphasis was clear: security enforcement and economic integration…

Mali’s state-owned electricity utility, Société Energie du Mali (EDM-SA), has assured citizens of reliable, equitable and sustainable access to electricity as the country works toward reducing persistent load shedding. The newly appointed Director General, Madani Dravé, made the pledge during an appearance on local media this week, expressing his commitment – alongside his team – to work with rigor, determination and a strong sense of public service to meet the legitimate expectations of the population. He said the primary objective is to ensure a more stable and controlled electricity supply. The strategy focuses on two key priorities: rehabilitating and strengthening…

The Kenyan government has demanded unimpeded consular access to its nationals reportedly involved in the Russia-Ukraine war, along with the repatriation of prisoners and the remains of those killed in the conflict. Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei said the issue dominated talks on Friday with Russian Ambassador to Kenya Vsevolod Tkachenko, amid growing protests by families calling for the return of their loved ones. “I called for unimpeded consular access to our citizens and sought clear, transparent protocols regarding the repatriation of both prisoners of war and the remains of the deceased,” Sing’Oei said in a statement. He stressed…