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Current edition · 12 November, 06:00 Douala time
Zambia's external debt fell to US$15.35 billion, with the government targeting a US$1.46 billion IMF programme and finalizing restructured debt agreements.
Africa · Lusaka Times · Latest (Zambia) ·
The ANC, DA, and ActionSA are preparing for coalition negotiations that will determine governance in Gauteng's three major metros, with key meetings scheduled for Thursday.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Five baobab trees have begun a 900km journey to the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve after being stranded in a Durban warehouse for three months.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Mpika District is verifying 14,213 Social Cash Transfer beneficiaries to ensure aid reaches vulnerable households, with most already moved to a digital payment system.
Africa · Lusaka Times · Latest (Zambia) ·
SRM confirmed that wind and thunderstorms damaged national high-voltage lines, causing a widespread power outage across Casablanca and neighboring areas on Wednesday, November 11.
Africa · Hespress English · Latest (Morocco) ·
Zambia's media chief stated that the government values media's role in shaping public opinion and is open to collaborations with organizations promoting peace through journalism.
Africa · Lusaka Times · Latest (Zambia) ·
Mozambique’s Prime Minister Maria Benvinda Levi told the first Africa Gas & LNG Summit in Maputo that gas wealth must translate into tangible benefits for citizens through new legal frameworks and local content strategies.
Africa · Club of Mozambique · Latest ·
US Africa Command's deputy commander warned that Russia's expanding influence in the Sahel could threaten the strategic security of the Mozambique Channel and Madagascar.
Africa · Africanews · Latest ·
Daily Maverick’s food column details a braaied beef fillet supper prepared in Arniston, featuring a homemade chimichurri recipe and cooking instructions.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
PepsiCo is cutting around 1,000 jobs in North America to streamline operations, according to reports citing an internal memo and statements from company executives.
Africa · Hespress English · Latest (Morocco) ·
Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has deactivated his X account following a series of threats against Vice President Jessica Alupo, adding to a record of provocative online pronouncements by…
Africa · AllAfrica · Latest ·
India's telecom regulator blocked 129 betting sites using two high court orders that officials later confirmed were forgeries, triggering police probes in two states.
Middle East · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Yemenis in Sanaa mourned 44 victims of a Saudi strike, including 21 children, as the UN reported over 1,600 deaths since the summer resumption of fighting.
Middle East · Naharnet · Middle East ·
The West-Eastern Divan Orchestra is holding a festival in Berlin to mark 25 years of fostering dialogue among musicians from the Middle East.
Middle East · Al-Monitor · Latest ·
AIPAC's influence has waned as midterm election results show growing skepticism toward US-Israel ties, with favorability scores hitting record lows.
Middle East · Al-Monitor · Latest ·
Lewis Hamilton toured Rafah crossing and Egyptian Red Crescent warehouses in Al Arish on Tuesday to observe the coordination of humanitarian aid for Gaza.
Middle East · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Iraq reopened the Al-Sheeb border crossing with Iran on Tuesday while closing the Mandali checkpoint, as Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s Tehran visit seeks to mediate between Washington and Tehran.
Middle East · Asharq Al-Awsat · English ·
Investors are questioning the sustainability of the AI boom as falling tech stocks and costly infrastructure expose the sector's dependence on borrowed money.
Business & Economy · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
TANAPA reported that revenue tripled to 534 billion shillings and tourist arrivals exceeded 1.5 million in the 2025/2026 financial year.
Business & Economy · Daily News · Latest (Tanzania) ·
[New Dawn] MONROVIA, November 11, 2026: The Civil Service Agency (CSA) has announced plans to retire 2,718 government employees from seven spending entities effective December 31, 2026, following a nationwide exercise…
Business & Economy · AllAfrica · Business ·
Zambia Development Agency and the Movement of the Enterprises of France signed an MoU in Lusaka to facilitate French investment in mining, energy, and manufacturing.
Business & Economy · Lusaka Times · Latest (Zambia) ·
Nairametrics reported that the CBN accepted N3.854 trillion in OMO bids, with the 329-day bill drawing the highest interest from market participants.
Business & Economy · The Hindu BusinessLine · Latest ·
Nigeria's Innovation Minister warned that calcium carbide and paracetamol are widely used in food processing, prompting plans for a new professional cadre to strengthen market inspections.
Business & Economy · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The European Commission has introduced the Digital Fairness Act to regulate digital consumer practices, targeting dark patterns and addictive features.
Technology · Hespress English · Latest (Morocco) ·
AIMRA reports an 18-20% drop in Diwali smartphone volumes, attributing the decline to AI-driven memory chip costs and tightened consumer financing.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
Vodacom’s interim results reveal that its international operations, boosted by the Safaricom acquisition, are growing faster than its domestic South African market.
Technology · TechCabal · Latest ·
Pine Labs expects the UPI merchant discount rate to unlock significant revenue, prompting a major deployment of soundboxes and a strategic pivot away from hardware rental models.
Technology · MediaNama · Latest ·
Simbisa Brands bought out the minority stake in Kutuma Kenya for $663,882, seeking to grow its delivery marketplace by attracting orders from independent restaurants and grocery stores.
Technology · TechCabal · Latest ·
Rentomojo's Q2 FY27 net profit fell 62.6% to ₹18.2 Cr despite a 52.8% revenue jump, as the company expanded its store network and subscriber base.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
While demand for monkey oranges in Windhoek is high, Namibian vendors report that the multi-month journey from harvest to sale creates a long wait for earnings.
Science & Climate · AllAfrica · Environment ·
Cape Town's water consumption has exceeded its target by 52 million litres per day, prompting a new public appeal for stricter household conservation habits.
Science & Climate · AllAfrica · Environment ·
Mozambique's Gaza province requires 18 million meticais to address El Niño drought, while the national government secures funds for water infrastructure.
Science & Climate · AllAfrica · Environment ·
Soil tests in Mbozi District found that planting Canavalia ensiformis between coffee rows raised total nitrogen from 0.10 to 0.19 percent and organic carbon from 1.2 to 1.65 percent.
Science & Climate · Daily News · Latest (Tanzania) ·
Pakistani farmers are suing German firms RWE and Heidelberg Materials, claiming their global emissions contributed to the 2022 floods that destroyed crops and homes in Sindh province.
Science & Climate · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Singapore's Grace Fu said COP31 should focus on implementing existing climate measures rather than setting new targets, citing fragmented negotiations and geopolitical distractions.
Science & Climate · Al-Monitor · Latest ·
Sonia Gandhi’s memoir reveals that Rahul Gandhi initiated the Bharat Jodo Yatra to unite scattered public protests against government policies during the pandemic.
Health · ThePrint · Politics ·
Namibia's first state-owned air ambulance service was launched in Windhoek to improve emergency medical access for patients in remote regions.
Health · AllAfrica · Health ·
Dr. Diana Atwine remains head of Uganda's health ministry after President Museveni reorganized 51 senior public service posts on November 9, 2026.
Health · AllAfrica · Health ·
Uganda targets 210 million annual medical glove pairs via a Shs60 billion expansion of East African Medical Vitals, aiming to reduce import dependence and create 328 jobs.
Health · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
A Gqeberha cancer patient used crowdfunding to afford a private CT scan after Livingstone Hospital's scanners broke down, prompting a new mobile scanner commitment from the manufacturer.
Health · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
A new WHO report launched in Nairobi reveals that fewer than half of African nations reliably record causes of death, prompting calls for stronger data governance.
Health · MyJoyOnline · Latest (Ghana) ·
Rwanda's Amavubi have reached Bamako for a high-stakes two-match series against Mali, with both teams tied at the top of their AFCON qualification group.
Sports · AllAfrica · Sport ·
Uganda is using the World Travel Market in London to promote sports tourism and attract visitors ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Sports · AllAfrica · Sport ·
Boitlamo Nkele beat Tshepiso Rebatenne 3-1 to win the ladies' singles title at the Dithubaruba Open, a 90-player tournament that included international entrants.
Sports · AllAfrica · Sport ·
KS Bharat aims to re-enter international cricket via the UAE team after his cooling-off period ends in February 2027, according to ThePrint.
Sports · ThePrint · Sport ·
New Zealand pacer Kyle Jamieson attributed the team's struggles in the ODI series against India to injury-related disruptions in the bowling unit.
Sports · The Hindu · Cricket ·
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has retained 21 players from the Italy victory for the Nations Championship match against France in Paris.
Sports · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
The inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia features 11 competing nations in Bangkok, with organizers hoping the event will launch a new regional franchise despite sluggish ticket sales.
Arts & Culture · Asharq Al-Awsat · English ·
MTN Nigeria and Omoni Oboli have partnered to release seven Christmas films, using YouTube data bundles to make Nigerian content more affordable and accessible to digital audiences.
Arts & Culture · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
The fourth Jassad international festival in Rabat showcased six women directors, featuring plays from Egypt, Spain, Greece, Morocco, and France that address contemporary social and political themes.
Arts & Culture · Africanews · Latest ·
Prime Video India confirmed the streaming release date for Jailer 2 on Instagram, noting the film will be available in five languages on November 12.
Arts & Culture · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Frontline examines Shilpa Ranade’s animated shorts Mani’s Dying and Naja Goes to School, highlighting their focus on girlhood and patriarchy within India’s developing animation industry.
Arts & Culture · Frontline · Arts & Culture ·
Jailer 2 has broken the record for the highest-grossing Tamil film, collecting Rs 8.08 billion globally in its first 18 days of release.
Arts & Culture · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Approximately 6,300 Italian schools received emailed bomb threats on Wednesday, causing evacuations in major cities, while similar alerts in the UK and Ireland were largely treated as hoaxes.
Education · Khaleej Times · Latest (UAE) ·
Rwanda's first Braille library and national exam successes at a Kibeho school for blind children were highlighted during a visit by education officials, who also noted funding needs for assistive technology.
Education · AllAfrica · Education ·
Tanzanian officials announced that the BOOST Primary Student Learning Programme has exceeded its infrastructure targets, delivering over 16,000 classrooms and rehabilitating 1,059 schools.
Education · Daily News · Latest (Tanzania) ·
Dr. Layli Maparyan testified before the Liberian Senate that current employment laws do not sufficiently accommodate the unique nature of academic work, prompting a call for a dedicated legal framework.
Education · AllAfrica · Education ·
Phaneroo Ministries has moved its Manifest Got Gifts auditions to Ugandan campuses, selecting finalists for a November 14 finale.
Education · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
Uganda's Speaker of Parliament announced plans for an annual student convention and a mentorship program, urging university leaders to prioritize accountability and public service over personal recognition.
Education · Nile Post · Latest (Uganda) ·
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center expands partnership with Rwanda’s RICA to include maize, sorghum, and beans.
Africa · KT Press · Latest (Rwanda) ·
Wakefit's Q2 FY27 revenue surged to a record ₹452 crore, yet net profit stayed flat at ₹15.9 crore as the company cited rising commodity prices and geopolitical disruptions.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
The Gambia's electoral commission confirmed five candidates for the December 5 presidential election, including incumbent Adama Barrow and opposition leader Ousainou Darboe.
Africa · Africanews · Latest ·
Nigeria’s Federal Government has leased the Port Harcourt airport to a private operator for 30 years to improve efficiency and reduce financial strain on the aviation sector.
Africa · Nairametrics · Latest (Nigeria) ·
GAYO surveys 51 African nations to bring youth-led water solutions to UN negotiations.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
MK, EFF, and SACP unite in the Council of the Left, demanding ANC drop DA coalition partners to secure their municipal backing.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Ogun State launches a $1.8 billion industrial park with Lee Group to boost manufacturing and create 15,000 jobs.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Premium Times argues that Atiku Abubakar’s choice of Rotimi Amaechi as running mate lacks political value, citing Amaechi's past record and lack of strategic appeal.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Adedolapo Oguntayo-Williams established the LearnArk Inclusion Academy to provide tuition-free tech training to persons with disabilities, addressing accessibility gaps in Africa's digital economy.
Technology · TechCabal · Latest ·
AvenuesAI posted a 47% jump in quarterly revenue and lifted its annual target to Rs 13,000 crore, while net profit edged up 6%.
Technology · MediaNama · Latest ·
Veefin Solutions migrated to the NSE and BSE mainboards on November 11, 2026, following a 127% rise in H1 FY27 net profit and a strategic rebrand to veefin.ai.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
At COP31, leaders linked climate action to economic stability, with African delegates demanding concrete finance and green industrial partnerships.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
Zimbabwean judges ruled that an ox-drawn cart is not a motor vehicle, overturning a driving ban on a father whose cart killed his toddler in 2020.
Africa · NewZimbabwe · Latest ·
Tanzanian golfer Neema Olomi claimed the 2026 Nigeria Ladies Open title in Abuja, finishing five strokes ahead of the runner-up in a field of more than 100 international players.
Africa · Premium Times · Latest (Nigeria) ·
OnEMI Technology Solutions closed a ₹832.20 crore equity raise, allotting shares to 34 investors including MIT and Axis Mutual Fund, following shareholder approval.
Technology · Inc42 · Latest ·
Three people have been killed and at least three others are in critical condition after an SUV crashed into pedestrians near a Metro station in Los Angeles
Africa · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
South Africa has filed a 14-point appeal against the Malawi High Court's October 2026 ruling that blocked the extradition of Shepherd and Mary Bushiri.
Africa · AllAfrica · Latest ·
Mozambique's digital chief presented a strategy in Doha that couples 5G expansion with AI-driven disaster management to enhance national resilience.
Technology · Club of Mozambique · Latest ·
Zambian government officials have restructured housing and infrastructure portfolios while addressing water sector challenges, including K458 million in outstanding utility bills and calls for improved rural maintenance.
Africa · Lusaka Times · Latest (Zambia) ·
INE data reveals Mozambique's vehicle fleet grew to 1.4 million in 2025, with Cabo Delgado seeing a 57% rise in new registrations compared to a 14% national increase.
Africa · Club of Mozambique · Latest ·
GAYO targets a fourfold increase in organic waste collection to 200 tonnes monthly by 2027, processing materials into compost for local farmers.
Science & Climate · AllAfrica · Environment ·
Morocco's Court of Auditors reported that fourteen political parties still owe MAD 10.51 million in public funds, with the National Rally of Independents holding the largest share of party resources.
Africa · Hespress English · Latest (Morocco) ·
Lebanese investigators are probing the death of former Iraqi MP Ahmed al-Alwani, whose body was found in a Beirut apartment on Tuesday.
Middle East · Al-Monitor · Latest ·
With youth unemployment at 72.7%, One Young World summit attendees in Cape Town argued that localised, decentralised economies are necessary to replace outdated Western-derived employment blueprints.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Youths in Kabompo District welcomed the 2027 budget proposal for a new university and skills training centres, citing the need for local tertiary education access.
Africa · Lusaka Times · Latest (Zambia) ·
Gqeberha businesses have pooled nearly R1-million to secure the Swartkops Substation, aiming to reduce power outages caused by vandalism in the Deal Party and Struandale industrial zones.
Africa · Daily Maverick · Latest (South Africa) ·
Nigeria's FCCPC urged oil marketers to lower fuel prices as Brent crude dropped below $90, citing a gap between global costs and domestic pump prices.
Business & Economy · Punch · Latest (Nigeria) ·
NetLab UFRJ researchers found that Meta permitted foreign-funded political ads and fake profiles during the 2026 Brazilian elections, with potential pricing disparities favoring one candidate.
Elections · Scroll · Latest ·
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay met TVK MLAs in Mahabalipuram to address conduct issues and link future nominations to local performance.
State Politics · ThePrint · Politics ·
Sonia Gandhi's memoir Belonging characterizes Nitish Kumar's 2024 exit from the INDIA bloc as a planned move, leading to a public dispute with the Janata Dal (United).
Party Watch · ThePrint · Politics ·
Jharkhand High Court judges ruled that a spouse's refusal to take medication does not automatically constitute cruelty, requiring detailed medical evidence to support divorce claims.
Courts & Constitution · LiveLaw · Courts ·
Judges Advait Sethna and Ranjitsinha Bhonsale observed that Article 25 of the Constitution mandates checks and balances, delaying the decision until the court reopens.
Courts & Constitution · LiveLaw · Courts ·
The Bench has specifically sought information on the measures undertaken against violations, including the number of vehicles inspected, challaned or denied entry to the capital
Courts & Constitution · The Hindu BusinessLine · Latest ·