Source-backed news from Africa and India: politics, business, technology, science, health and world affairs, clearly labelled and linked to the original reports.
Today’s edition · 22 October, 06:00 Douala time
Despite improved macroeconomic indicators and institutional upgrades, Nigeria's current growth rate is insufficient to double average incomes within a generation, according to Premium Times analysis.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Nigerian comedian Broda Shaggi detailed his March 2026 stray-bullet injury, surgeries in Nigeria and Dubai, and his current recovery progress.
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Premium Times profiles Pastor Jerry Eze, describing his transition from a communications specialist at the World Bank and UNFPA to a global evangelist known for intense prayer and humanitarian aid.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Brigitte Mabandla denied a 2004 phone call to prosecutors, claiming she was in Bangui, while Silas Ramaite described the halt as executive overreach.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Nigerian officials expanded skills training programs to complement military operations and address socioeconomic drivers of insecurity among young citizens.
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
SBM Intelligence reported that the cost of jollof rice fell by N3,400 in Q3 2026, with Lagos seeing the steepest drop and Port Harcourt experiencing a price increase due to flooding.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Nigerian mechanical engineers are urging the government and industry to prioritize local manufacturing and reduce dependence on imported machinery to enhance national resilience.
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The Bronkhorstspruit water crisis, which has sickened about 450 people, exposes deep-rooted failures in local government, poor oversight and a culture of non-accountability that puts public health at risk.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has several fit centre-backs to choose from as the national team prepares for its double-header against Kenya in November.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Uganda's telecom regulator has paused enforcement against unlicensed Wi-Fi resellers to design a licensing framework for small-scale operators.
Africa · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
The Minister of State for ICT and National Guidance (Information), Joyce Nabbosa Ssebugwawo, on Wednesday officially launched Uganda’s National Data Strategy 2026/27–2030/31 at Mestil Hotel in Kampala, describing it as…
Africa · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Riyadh on Wednesday for an unannounced meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marking the first Western visit to the kingdom since the Houthi offensive intensified.
Middle East · Naharnet · Middle East ·
Brad Lander, a US Democratic congressional candidate, was detained by Israeli forces in the West Bank while joining Palestinian farmers for the annual olive harvest.
Middle East · Al-Monitor · Latest ·
UAE workplace certification expands to government sector, focusing on flexible policies and shared caregiving responsibilities for working parents.
Middle East · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Macron stated a conference for the Lebanese army is unavoidable after Israel's October 27 vote, while also addressing France's internal financial and political instability.
Middle East · Asharq Al-Awsat · English ·
Nick Paley's new Hulu thriller 'Phony' stars Connie Britton and explores the fear of a mother being replaced by a stranger.
Middle East · Asharq Al-Awsat · English ·
The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure issued a tender for the design of the 68km E-911 highway, connecting Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah with up to 16 lanes.
Middle East · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Nigeria's Senate has ordered a joint session with NMDPRA, NNPCL, and NEITI to resolve significant differences in petrol import figures for 2022 and 2023.
Business & Economy · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Crystal Crop's Vijeyta marigold hybrid has become a top revenue earner, prompting international companies to source the flower from India for export markets.
Business & Economy · The Hindu BusinessLine · Latest ·
NVIDIA's new modular system aims to cut AI data centre deployment to 14 days by moving assembly and testing to factories, according to The Hindu.
Business & Economy · The Hindu · Business ·
Nairametrics reports that seven Nigerian professionals have been named to senior leadership roles in global companies, universities and health bodies in 2026.
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Core sector growth hit a 30-month high of 7.9% in September 2026, led by iron ore and electricity, according to ministry data.
Business & Economy · Business Standard · Economy ·
Premium paddy prices in India have surged past ₹3,600 per quintal, significantly outpacing the fixed minimum support price due to El Nino-driven crop deficits in southern states.
Business & Economy · The Hindu BusinessLine · Latest ·
Karta AI raised $3 million in a seed round to scale its agentic AI platform, which automates complex inbound customer calls for banking, financial services, and insurance companies.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
CureBay secured ₹100 crore in pre-Series C funding to scale its rural healthcare operations and enhance its AI screening capabilities across multiple Indian states.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
Hormuud Telecom organized the fifth Success Story Forum in Mogadishu, focusing on healthcare investment and drawing approximately 350 participants to discuss medical service improvements.
Technology · AllAfrica · Latest ·
BPC's Jonathan Bautista told TechCabal that modernisation for African banks should focus on optimising existing payment systems to meet digital service demands without full platform replacements.
Technology · TechCabal · Latest ·
Thirty Ghanaian journalists completed a four-year fellowship on AI and climate tech, with ten chosen for a London exchange at Imperial College.
Technology · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
Victoria Abiodun is writing a plain-English blockchain book after transitioning from anatomy studies to Web3 entrepreneurship and community leadership in Nigeria.
Technology · TechCabal · Latest ·
Ugandan agricultural stakeholders called for expanded use of solar-powered and automated irrigation systems at a recent summit in Namanve to mitigate the impacts of climate uncertainty on farming.
Science & Climate · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
Liberian media practitioners are examining Chinese development models in Zhejiang, focusing on ecological restoration, smart governance infrastructure, and sustainable manufacturing initiatives.
Science & Climate · AllAfrica · Environment ·
SADC convened a four-day workshop in Johannesburg to strengthen regional disaster preparedness and finalize contingency plans for the 2026/27 El Niño season.
Science & Climate · AllAfrica · Environment ·
Adafsa unveiled a 17-point strategy to turn local beekeeping into an export sector, following international awards for Emirati honey products.
Science & Climate · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
The Wiikwemkoong First Nation in Canada is using a local data centre to store Indigenous language recordings, ensuring the community retains control over its cultural digital assets.
Science & Climate · The Hindu · Science ·
Nigeria's Presidency launched a N20 billion climate fund and a regional summit in Abuja to address flooding, drought, and energy challenges in the North West.
Science & Climate · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Ghana's Ghana Health Service has begun a two-round HPV vaccination campaign in schools to protect girls aged nine to 14 from cervical cancer, with the first phase running from October 19 to 23.
Health · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
Uganda's agriculture minister reported that the sector grew by 6.4% in the 2025/2026 financial year, accounting for 26.2% of the national GDP, while detailing ongoing efforts to improve mechanisation and livestock vaccination.
Health · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
WHOOP's founder revealed an 85% surge in Gulf membership and announced a $75 million Mubadala investment supporting a new UAE health research initiative and local office.
Health · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Gombe State confirmed a cholera outbreak in Billiri LGA after two deaths, reporting that 74 patients have been treated and discharged with no active admissions.
Health · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Sir Martin Evans announced at the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit that his company Cardiogeni will run a pivotal controlled trial for heart failure in the UAE.
Health · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Water production in Taiz has dropped by half while cholera cases have tripled, creating a severe health crisis for residents and displaced families.
Health · Al-Monitor · Latest ·
Marco Jansen's five-wicket haul left Australia on the brink of defeat, with the Proteas enforcing a follow-on and holding a significant lead in the second Test at Gqeberha.
Sports · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Thulasimathi and Nitesh reach the mixed doubles final at the Asian Para Games, while two Indian pairs secure bronze medals in Nagoya.
Sports · ThePrint · Sport ·
Victor Osimhen scored the winning goal in the 61st minute as Galatasaray defeated Lille 4-2 to claim their first points in the UEFA Champions League.
Sports · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Namibia's netball captain Cornelia Mupenda has signed a two-year contract with the Peninsula Waves in Australia to prepare for the 2027 Netball World Cup.
Sports · AllAfrica · Sport ·
Kimi Antonelli must win the US Grand Prix and hope rivals score few points to become Italy's first F1 champion in 73 years.
Sports · Asharq Al-Awsat · English ·
Uganda plans to use AFCON 2027 to boost other sports, Tanzania launches a savings drive, and Nigeria prepares for a key APC campaign event in Kaduna.
Sports · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
Chief Moomen’s Nkrumah Showboy Part 1 previewed at the National Theatre, exploring the formative years of Ghana's first president through a two-hour theatrical performance.
Arts & Culture · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
An excerpt from Tope Owolabi’s novel reveals the private struggles of a Nigerian family adapting to life in London, highlighting the friction between personal autonomy and familial expectations.
Arts & Culture · Brittle Paper · Latest ·
Jesse Eisenberg directed and wrote 'The Debut,' starring Julianne Moore, which closed the 70th London Film Festival with a focus on community theater and personal growth.
Arts & Culture · Asharq Al-Awsat · English ·
Frontline's analysis of Durga Puja details how the festival transforms urban spaces into venues for both devotional practice and contemporary art, challenging the separation of the sacred and the profane.
Arts & Culture · Frontline · Arts & Culture ·
A new collection of ten essays examines Shrilal Shukla's novel Raag Darbari as a lens for understanding contemporary Indian politics and social structures.
Arts & Culture · Frontline · Arts & Culture ·
Brittle Paper reports that Ope Adedeji and Svetlana Chigozie Onye are among six writers shortlisted for the 4thWrite Prize, while Caine Prize winner Simbarashe Steyn Kundizeza addresses AI allegations regarding his story.
Arts & Culture · Brittle Paper · Latest ·
Premium Times reports that additional school charges for graduations, textbooks, and activities are creating significant financial pressure on Nigerian families, despite recent government reforms.
Education · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Ogun State officials are investigating recurring methane emissions that hospitalised over 100 students in the Ijebu axis, attributing the cause to geological fault lines.
Education · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Ugandan education officials warn that cultural attitudes and economic pressures are causing girls to drop out before secondary school, prompting new mentorship and facility upgrades.
Education · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
Valentine Muhereza, known as Kachaina, has completed a master's degree in diplomacy and global studies, adding to his background in journalism and community development in western Uganda.
Education · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
Grange School and St Saviour's School won overall titles at the second Pan African School Games in Lagos, an event that drew more than 400 students from 11 schools.
Education · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The Cedar Impact Network and KNUST Basic School have donated over 1,000 used textbooks and other learning aids to Kensere and Bogyawe Basic Schools in Ghana's Ashanti Region.
Education · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
Anthropic unveiled Claude Duet, a background AI agent for US professionals that automates business tasks and monitors connected apps.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
Sanctions files reveal how the Wagner Group used timber concessions in the Central African Republic as payment for military services, a model that persists despite the company's decline.
Africa · AllAfrica · Latest ·
AngloGold Ashanti launched a community-led monitoring initiative in Ghana to address delays in HIV test results and correct misconceptions about virus transmission.
Health · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
ODM leader Oburu Oginga has left Nairobi Hospital after a two-week stay, returning home to rest while the party navigates leadership changes.
Health · AllAfrica · Latest ·
Artha Bharat is moving two funds to Abu Dhabi and converting GIFT City vehicles into feeder funds to improve investor access and reduce operational friction.
Business & Economy · The Hindu BusinessLine · Latest ·
NWSC is building a 10-million-litre reservoir on Kanyanya Hill to increase water evacuation from the Katosi plant for seven service areas.
Africa · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
Bajaj Auto inaugurated a new KTM assembly plant in Manaus, Brazil, with a capacity of 20,000 units, as part of a strategy to improve the brand's financial performance.
Business & Economy · The Hindu BusinessLine · Latest ·
A flaw in eMudhra's key generation allowed researchers to recover eight private keys, prompting major tech companies to block affected certificates and update their trust stores.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
Commercial drivers say malfunctioning traffic lights at some of the intersections are creating confusion and increasing the risk of road crashes.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Ajeet Singh's new AI marketing startup, Different, has emerged from stealth mode after raising $48 million in seed funding to automate B2B demand generation.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
Janine Lochrenberg, 65, died after a shark attack at Orient Beach, an incident scientists attribute to a great white based on wound analysis and recent regional sightings.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
The maiden Africa Content Festival in Lagos featured masterclasses and networking sessions aimed at helping emerging creatives secure sustainable careers and business opportunities.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
INEC missed the October 18 deadline to post the preliminary voter list online, prompting legal experts to cite a breach of the 2026 electoral law.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Anthony Natif questions why Justice Bernard Namanya applied different legal standards to the Nameere and Nalukoola election petitions, citing inconsistencies in the assessment of voter disenfranchisement.
Africa · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
The Nigerian Senate has paid tribute to the late former Delta State Governor, Emmanuel Uduaghan, urging the preservation of his legacy in healthcare and in
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Ghana's tourism minister urged stakeholders to focus on cultural heritage and economic benefits for local communities during the upcoming festive season.
Africa · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
AAC National Secretary Oshiokhai Ikpeminioghena signed a letter to President Tinubu seeking venue and catering for 5,000 delegates on November 11.
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Uganda’s Deputy Speaker has asked a journalist to publicly apologise after an edited video of his remarks on nurses sparked widespread online criticism.
Africa · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
NAIMOS dismantled 92 chanfang machines on the Tano River in four days, arresting three operators and seizing equipment to combat illegal mining in Ghana's Western North Region.
Africa · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
Ministers from Zambia, Botswana, and the DRC urged stakeholders to move beyond discussions and implement tangible projects to transform the continent's mineral wealth into sustainable economic prosperity.
Africa · Lusaka Times · Latest (Zambia) ·
SADC heads of state virtually resolved two pending institutional matters, including the selection of a new security organ chair and a deputy executive secretary.
Africa · Lusaka Times · Latest (Zambia) ·
Rwanda's President Paul Kagame told young audiences that lasting change requires internal decision-making, citing a failed intervention with an aide and a simplified wedding as key examples.
Africa · KT Press · Latest (Rwanda) ·
Ethiopia's President Taye Atske Selassie urged African peers to safeguard statistical independence and integrate new data sources during a regional commission meeting.
Africa · AllAfrica · Latest ·
Senator Edwin Melvin Snowe told the Liberian Senate that a $17.5 million debt to ECOWAS threatens the country's regional influence and future leadership roles.
Africa · AllAfrica · Latest ·
The Hindu BusinessLine reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, highlighting its 14.6-inch display, MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, and 11,600 mAh battery in the context of India's shifting tablet market.
Business & Economy · The Hindu BusinessLine · Latest ·
Epson's new EH-LS9000B projector offers 4K visuals and a 20,000-hour laser life, targeting the premium home cinema segment in India.
Business & Economy · The Hindu BusinessLine · Latest ·
Africanews reports that Macky Sall's exit from the UN race has triggered strategic discussions in Senegal, with his party pushing for a return ahead of the 2029 presidential election.
Africa · Africanews · Latest ·
Naira settled at N1,778/£1 as the British Pound advanced against the US dollar following higher-than-expected UK inflation figures.
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
LEO SZN, a South African consulting firm, is using a French-backed incubation programme to develop the African Luxury Index, a project designed to help emerging fashion designers secure retail market access.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Bard Santner is expanding into lending and savings for the Zimbabwean diaspora using a newly acquired microfinance banking licence.
Technology · TechCabal · Latest ·
Spotify eliminated 50 million AI-generated tracks from recommendations in 2026, launching new tools like AI Credits and verification badges to combat spam and improve music quality for listeners.
Technology · MediaNama · Latest ·
A recent article in The Nation explores the tangible costs of friendship through the lens of a Nigerian wedding, detailing the expenses and cultural nuances of the asoebi role.
Africa · Nation · Kenya ·
Gibeon officials in Namibia are urging the central government to provide funding and equipment to manage veld fires, floods, and foot-and-mouth disease consequences.
Health · The Namibian · Latest (Namibia) ·
Professor Joseph Diescho told the Agriculture Investment Conference in Windhoek that reserving traditional food for special occasions hinders agricultural development in Namibia.
Africa · The Namibian · Latest (Namibia) ·
Phil Foden scored a hat trick in Manchester City's 5-1 Champions League win against AEK Athens, ending a long goal drought.
Middle East · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Netflix shares fell 6% in pre-market trading on Wednesday after the company lowered its full-year advertising forecast and offered a cautious fourth-quarter profit outlook.
Business & Economy · Asharq Al-Awsat · English ·
South Africa's September inflation rose to 4.5% driven by transport costs, with economists expecting a sharper increase in October.
Business & Economy · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia requires surgery after tearing his ACL in the Champions League win against Barcelona, the European champions said on Wednesday.
Sports · Asharq Al-Awsat · English ·
Myntra’s FY26 filings show a net loss of Rs 579.4 crore, with total revenue down 13% due to reduced logistics earnings, according to MediaNama.
Technology · MediaNama · Latest ·
The Supreme Court directed the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission to defer the final candidate list until October 25 and decide on extending nomination deadlines by the next day.
Courts & Constitution · LiveLaw · Courts ·
EGA restarted 631 reduction cells at Al Taweelah, aiming for full production by Q1 2027 after an Iranian attack caused an emergency shutdown.
Business & Economy · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Tanzania is developing a strategic plan to benefit from the 2029 World Athletics Championships in Kenya by promoting integrated East African tourism circuits and improving cross-border travel infrastructure.
Sports · Daily News · Latest (Tanzania) ·
The Bank of Tanzania reported that its combined monetary gold and bullion holdings rose by 3.6 percent in September, reaching 10.60 trillion shillings.
Africa · Daily News · Latest (Tanzania) ·
Nedbank completes its acquisition of NCBA Group, creating a larger cross-border financial platform across East and Southern Africa.
Africa · KT Press · Latest (Rwanda) ·
The Supreme Court has directed the Andhra Pradesh state election commission to delay the release of the final candidate list for urban local body elections until October 25.
Elections · The Hindu · National ·
The Supreme Court deferred the release of the final candidate list until October 23, directing the State Election Commission to review the YSRCP's claim that violence hindered its candidates.
Courts & Constitution · LiveLaw · Courts ·
Indian animal welfare groups urge the government to withdraw a draft notification that shifts oversight of animal experiments from statutory regulators to the institutions conducting them.
Policy & Governance · The Hindu BusinessLine · Latest ·
Allahabad High Court judges stated that electricity access is constitutionally protected under Article 21 and cannot be denied solely due to a pending ownership dispute if an indemnity form is submitted.
Courts & Constitution · LiveLaw · Courts ·
The IAF Chief flew a 55-minute sortie in a Kiran trainer at Dundigal, Telangana, alongside his original flight instructor before retiring on October 31.
State Politics · The Hindu · National ·
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that Western forces are trying to destabilize India, claiming that regime change rarely alters the underlying situation.
National Politics · Scroll · Latest ·