Namibia has rejected an application by Elon Musk-owned Starlink for a licence to provide satellite internet services in the country, dealing the company a second setback in southern Africa. The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) announced the decision without giving reasons for its refusal, but noted that Starlink’s Namibian subsidiary did not have local ownership. Starlink has not yet commented on the decision. It operates in about 25 African countries but has faced regulatory challenges in others, including South Africa, where ownership rules have also blocked its entry. Namibian law requires that at least 51% shares in any telecommunications…
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Two university lecturers, Dr Felix Ijeh and Ewere Okonta; and a public relations practitioner, Blaise Udunze have joined the league of regular contributors to The Nigerian Economy Newspaper (https://Economyng.com), as the media platform navigates the crowdy lane to the top. Felix Ijeh, PhD, is a seasoned banker, distinguished economist, researcher and policy analyst. He is currently a senior lecturer at the Department of Economics, Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo. A fellow of the Nigerian Economic Society (FNES), Dr Ijeh was a regional manager of Wema Bank before becoming a lecturer. He writes…
By Rédaction Africanews In São Tomé and Príncipe, a new generation of cocoa producers is at the forefront of restoring degraded ecosystems and enhancing sustainable cocoa production, with support from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). 32-year-old Camila Varela De Carvalho treks to her farm every morning with a bucket and a harvesting tool fashioned from a wooden branch and sharpened edge. Once among the cocoa trees, she clears branches and skilfully picks ripe cocoa pods. Making small incisions, she splits the pods cleanly in two with a practiced twist, a skill honed from the early…
By Rédaction Africanews Kenya Airways says bookings on its flights have surged sharply in recent weeks, as disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle East reshape global travel patterns. The airline reported that its seat occupancy rate has climbed close to full capacity, a significant rise from levels earlier in the year. Executives say the increase has been driven largely by travellers from Europe, the United States and parts of Asia. The ongoing tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israel have unsettled the aviation sector, forcing several carriers to reroute flights, avoid certain airspaces and, in some cases,…
By Rédaction Africanews and Agencies Benin’s opposition The Democrats says it won’t endorse any candidate in the race to replace President Patrice Talon. With Benin’s presidential election just weeks away, the country’s main opposition party says it won’t be backing any candidate. The Democrats’ own nominee has been barred from standing after failing to gather enough parliamentary support. The only two candidates for the April 12 vote will be President Talon’s annointed successor, Romuald Wangari, and Paul Hounkpe of the opposition FCBE. After a meeting in Cotonou on Sunday, The Democrats’ general secretary said the party wouldn’t endorse either contender…
By Rédaction Africanews Interest is rising across Nigeria in a new long-acting HIV prevention injection, even before its full nationwide rollout. Health workers and community organisations say people are actively seeking access to Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable drug designed to prevent HIV infection. The treatment, developed by Gilead Sciences and endorsed by the World Health Organisation in 2025, offers an alternative to daily preventive pills. Nigeria’s government has begun introducing the drug in selected pilot states, with an official launch expected this week. Authorities say more than 11,000 doses have already been delivered, out of a planned 52,000. The rollout…
By Ali Bamba In Kenya, entire villages have been submerged by floodwaters in Kisumu County. The region is bearing the brunt of climate-related hazards. The latest torrential rains have killed more than 80 people, according to authorities. The flash floods are also reported to have damaged approximately 1,200 hectares of farmland, destroying this season’s crops. More than 3,000 families have been forced to leave their homes in the Nyakach community, according to official reports. Mali has released several suspected jihadist fighters as part of an agreement aimed at ending the blockade preventing fuel supplies from reaching Bamako. A secure corridor, in effect…
By AFP South Africa on Monday reburied the remains of 63 Khoisan people, among southern Africa’s oldest indigenous communities, some of whose bodies were shipped to European museums over a century ago. The remains were laid to rest at a historic monument in Steinkopf, in the Northern Cape province, during a ceremony attended by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Rows of freshly dug graves lined the site as the wooden coffins, some draped in traditional clothing, were laid side by side. Traditional leaders offered prayers, marking a farewell rooted in ritual. “This is not merely a burial. It is a restoration of…
By Rédaction Africanews and AP The United Nations has raised serious concerns over conditions in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967, with officials warning that abuse of Palestinians appears deliberate, widespread, and systematic. UN special rapporteur Francesca Albanese told the Human Rights Council that Palestinians face ongoing physical and psychological suffering, with patterns of mistreatment that suggest a deliberate and sustained campaign. She warned that the international community risks enabling these abuses if urgent action is not taken. Albanese highlighted the critical role of survivors and human rights organizations in documenting these violations, saying their courage has brought the situation…
Water Security Africa, co-located with Enlit Africa (19–21 May 2026, CTICC), has announced its full programme, centred on utility and municipal playbooks from regions that have faced acute water stress and responded with measurable operational change. With sub-Saharan Africa projected to face a 50% gap between water supply and demand by 2030, utilities are under increasing pressure to reduce losses, diversify supply and strengthen operational resilience. The SAICE CPD-accredited programme focuses on two hard realities: persistent water losses across urban networks and the growing need for diversified and resilient water sources.. Over three days, utility executives, city leaders and technical…