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Zimbabwe sent representatives to the London Indaba mining conference for the third time. The event takes place across the United Kingdom and draws attention to how Africa supplies important metals worldwide. More than 50 top executives, government officials and industry experts gathered for the...

Namibia banned pilchard fishing seven years ago after fish numbers dropped to dangerous levels. Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani-Kamwi told parliament Tuesday that zero fish counts for three straight years forced the ban. The government wants fish populations to recover before allowing fishing...

A political fight has erupted between Urban Development Minister James Sankwasa and opposition leader Bernadus Swartbooi. Swartbooi claims Sankwasa lacks legal power to control local government councils. The Landless People's Movement chief argues the Constitution prevents Cabinet ministers from...

Namibian government workers can use their retirement savings to secure home loans under a new program. Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah revealed the plan during a Wednesday announcement. The scheme targets civil servants who struggle to qualify for traditional bank mortgages. Government...

A South African court stopped the burial of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu just as his funeral was about to begin. The court acted after Zambia's government asked judges to block the private ceremony. Lungu's family had chosen to bury the 68-year-old leader in South Africa rather than hold...

A power company worker died after a knife attack at a farm near Dordabis on Saturday. Nicolaas Orlam visited Farm Swartkoppies with his wife to check their animals. The 58-year-old man got into a fight with a younger relative about missing calves. Police say the argument started over cattle that...

A prosecutor asked a judge to give three men life sentences for killing a cattle theft investigator. The men murdered Wilfred Kazeurua after he looked into stolen livestock near Gobabis in December 2012. Deputy prosecutor general Hesekiel Iipinge made the request during court hearings at...

Hardap regional leader Riaan McNab traveled to comfort relatives of murder victim Ndapewashali Kanime last week. The 23-year-old woman died Thursday at Mariental after her boyfriend allegedly killed her. Kanime had dated the 29-year-old suspect for two years before her death at Takarania...

The Popular Democratic Movement wants all candidates to submit resumes before November elections. Party leader Manuel Ngaringombe announced the new requirement last week. Candidates must also share their plans for voters if they win office. The party will review each person carefully before...

African countries must build stronger development banks to improve life across the continent. A top official from the African Export and Import Bank made this call during recent meetings held in Nigeria. Denys Denya spoke to leaders gathered in Abuja for the bank's 32nd annual conference. Money...

Namibia launched new health guidelines Monday to better spot disease outbreaks. The Event-Based Surveillance system will help officials find health threats faster. World Health Organisation expert Richard Banda spoke at the launch ceremony held in Windhoek. The guidelines are part of a larger...

Namibia's Omaheke region shows major progress against child hunger problems. Health experts report fewer children dying from poor nutrition. The area once had some of the country's worst rates of malnourished kids. Leaders worked together with community groups and doctors to make changes. A new...

Ikorodu City plans to compete against seven other teams during next month's pre-season competition. The Nigerian Premier Football League club announced their participation through social media. The team will use the tournament to prepare for the upcoming 2025-26 season. Coach Nurudeen Aweroro...

Former Real Madrid player Luis Figo wants his old team to pursue Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams during the transfer window. The Portuguese legend believes the 22-year-old Spanish winger would make an excellent addition to the squad. Figo praised Williams as a talented player with exceptional...

England advanced to the European Under-21 Championship title match after beating the Netherlands during Wednesday's semifinal game. Harvey Elliott found the net twice to help his team win 2-1 at Tehelné pole Stadium. Lee Carsley coached the English squad to victory against their Dutch opponents...

Former Nigeria striker Odion Ighalo believes Victor Osimhen can move to Saudi Arabia whenever he chooses. Ighalo told News Central that Middle Eastern clubs will continue pursuing his compatriot regardless of timing. The experienced forward said Saudi teams remain patient about signing Osimhen...

Nigeria Football Federation President Ibrahim Gusau praised Abakaliki FC after the team reached the President Federation Cup final. The Rice Boys will battle Kwara United at Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos this Saturday. Abakaliki FC earned their spot after beating three Nigeria Premier Football...

Former Nigeria national team player Sunday Oliseh believes Victor Osimhen must join a Premier League team during the current transfer window. The ex-midfielder shared his views during a radio interview on Lagos Talks 91.3FM. Oliseh thinks the striker needs to make this move if he wants to stay...

Cristiano Ronaldo will sign a new contract with Al Nassr according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The 40-year-old soccer star faced a deadline as his current agreement ends June 30. Other Saudi Pro League teams and European clubs made offers to recruit the Portuguese forward. Ronaldo chose...

Arsenal have begun searching for Thomas Partey's replacement after the midfielder decided to leave the club. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed Partey will depart as a free agent when his contract ends this month. The Ghanaian player has not signed a new deal with Arsenal despite the...