Uganda : First Son's power grab widens divisions at top levels of state

KIRA’S URBAN TAKEOFF: Inside the Shs135 Billion Transformation Engine, Decentralisation Push and Data-Driven Boom Redefining Uganda’s Fastest-Growing Municipality

KIRA MUNICIPALITY, UGANDA — Permanent Secretary for Local Government, Mr. Ben Kumumanya, has repeatedly emphasised the need for local government leaders and institutions to prioritise service delivery and ensure that government programmes reach the wanainchi—ordinary citizens—under Uganda’s decentralisation framework led by the Office of the President. That message now echoes across Uganda’s fast-growing urban corridors, [] The post KIRA’S URBAN TAKEOFF: Inside the Shs135 Billion Transformation Engine, Decentralisation Push and Data-Driven Boom Redefining Uganda’s Fastest-Growing Municipality appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

Gombe gov swears in New LG chairpersons, charges them on grassroots development

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has sworn in the newly elected local government chairpersons, urging them to prioritise grassroots development, strengthen security and provide responsive leadership to their communities. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony on Monday, the governor described local governments as the tier of government closest to the people, stressing their vital role in [] Gombe gov swears in New LG chairpersons, charges them on grassroots development

Inuwa charges new LG chairmen to deepen grassroots governance

By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has charged the newly inaugurated chairmen of the state’s 11 Local Government Areas and 13 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) to provide transparent, people-centred leadership that will consolidate the gains of his administration and accelerate grassroots development. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony in Gombe [] The post Inuwa charges new LG chairmen to deepen grassroots governance appeared first on Vanguard News.

Malawi: Police Downplay Swoop On Malawi's Seat of Power

[Nyasa Times] ARMED police swooped on Malawi's seat of government in a dramatic show of force -- sparking fears of a major security incident at the heart of the nation's power.

Hichilema in Kitwe: ‘Zambia First’ as President Asks for Votes on Aug 13

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has told residents of Kitwe that his government put “Zambia and Zambians first” during its first term and is asking for another mandate to deliver more. Addressing a rally, Hichilema said “so much has been done but there is still even much more work to be done.” “Just this first term of [] The post Hichilema in Kitwe: ‘Zambia First’ as President Asks for Votes on Aug 13 first appeared on Mwebantu.

On devolution, forget Burnham’s Manchester. The real answers are in Kenya

Kenya inherited a post-colonial state where power was held tightly in the centre. But after an outbreak of political violence in 2007, everything changed

VINCENZIA LEITICH | The rules of power are changing in Africa

Renewable energy is increasingly part of the solution

Zimbabwe's power shift: What Mnangagwa's constitutional changes mean

Zimbabwe's power shift: What Mnangagwa's constitutional changes mean

Coyah : Elhadj Momo Bangoura, candidat indépendant, porté à la tête de la mairie

C’est une grosse gifle pour la Génération pour la modernité et le développement (GMD) à Coyah. Sorti vainqueur des élections communales du 31 mai dernier avec 14 conseillers, ce mouvement qui a porté le président Mamadi Doumbouya au pouvoir en décembre 2025 vient de perdre la tête de cette municipalité. Elhadj Momo Bangoura, candidat indépendant, [] The post Coyah : Elhadj Momo Bangoura, candidat indépendant, porté à la tête de la mairie first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Uganda’s leading media outlets shut down by army chief

Uganda’s leading independent media group says it is under “military siege” after the army chief – who is the son of president Yoweri Museveni – ordered the closure of TV stations, newspapers and radio outlets. The Daily Monitor newspaper says armed soldiers were stationed outside its headquarters in the capital Kampala and both NTV and [] The post Uganda’s leading media outlets shut down by army chief appeared first on The Namibian.

'Three-tier govts must work in tandem to curb illegal trade'

By Nawaraj Kattel, Biratnagar, July 5: Home Minister Sudan Gurung has said that the federal, provincial and local govern...

Internal Divisions, National Narratives, and Ethiopia’s External Posture: An Analytical Perspective:

Internal Divisions, National Narratives, and Ethiopia’s External Posture: An Analytical Perspective:

Pita : la GMD impose le tempo à la tête des communes rurales

À l’instar des autres localités de Guinée, les conseillers des 11 communes rurales de la préfecture de Pita ont procédé, ce 2 juillet, à l’élection de leurs bureaux exécutifs respectifs. À l’issue des différents scrutins, les résultats se présentent comme suit : Bantignel : Alpha Amadou Sidy Diallo (GMD) élu maire Bourouwal Tappé : Alhassane []

Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality Governance Crisis Escalates Amid R10-Billion Fraud Allegations

MAHIKENG, NORTH WEST — The Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality governance crisis has reached a critical tipping point as mounting pressure from oversight bodies, forensic investigators, and frustrated residents exposes alleged systemic procurement fraud and unauthorized expenditure. A recent forensic report compiled by Modiboa Attorneys has uncovered widespread irregularities linked to an estimated R10-billion governance []

The government appointed by the parliament is banning entry to citizens of Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia.

Government / Appointed / Parliament / Banning Entry / Citizens / Sudan / Eritrea / Ethiopia / Somalia