If passed, the extension would allow ongoing negotiations to continue without risking the gains made over AGOA’s two-decade history, while offering space to redesign the agreement for a rapidly changing global trade environment.

Nottingham Forest manager Sean Dyche has provided an injury update on Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina ahead of his side’s clash with Everton on Saturday. Awoniyi has missed Forest’s last three games due to a muscle injury. The forward’s international teammate, Aina is working his way back to full fitness after recovering from the hamstring [...] The post Nottingham Forest Boss Provides Fitness Update On Taiwo, Aina appeared first on Complete Sports.

Table tennis legend Funke Oshonaike has made history as the first Nigerian appointed to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Athletes’ Commission, following her nomination by IOC President Kirsty Coventry. Seven-time Olympian Oshonaike is among five new members appointed to ensure the Commission reaches full composition ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. In [...] The post IOC Appoints Table Tennis Legend Oshonaike Into Athletes’ Commission appeared first on Complete Sports.

US Senator Jim Risch has condemned Meta's move to restrict accounts of Tanzanian activists following government pressure, as Washington launches a review of its relationship with Tanzania over human rights and digital repression concerns.

Fulham and Nigeria defender Calvin Bassey has revealed that he was once on the verge of abandoning his dream of becoming a professional footballer during his teenage years. The 25-year-old center-back explained that he set himself a clear ultimatum that would ultimately determine whether he continued pursuing football. “I remember being 15 and going into [...] The post Why Calvin Bassey Almost Quit Football appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Former Nigerian international Sam Sodje believes Super Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick has the quality to be a top defender. Fredrick, ruled out for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, has become a revelation for the team, especially during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. In a chat with Footy Africa, Sodje stated that [...] The post Fredrick Has The Attributes To Be Top Defender –Sodje appeared first on Complete Sports.

Merton Council has approved the third phase of the Mitcham Gasworks redevelopment, increasing the project to 626 homes. However, the scheme will not include a single affordable unit, sparking concern among residents and councillors. Developers cite financial viability as the reason for excluding affordable homes, while critics describe the decision as “unconscionable” for what is […] The post Residents Concerned as Mitcham Gasworks Redevelopment Expands Without Affordable Housing appeared first on Gooner Daily.

Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi-Tsehai accuses Meta of enabling state repression after her Instagram account was restricted in Tanzania. Meta says it acted on a government order, sparking concerns over censorship and digital rights.

AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori has revealed the reason behind his decision not to represent Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. Tomori was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, to Nigerian parents. The 27-year-old was raised in England, which makes eligible to play for the three countries. After representing Canada at the U-20 level, Tomori later switched to England. [...] The post ‘They Never Called Me’ — Tomori Reveals Reason For Not Playing For Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

Roy Keane has slammed Manchester United players for their performance, after their disappointing 1-1 draw with West Ham in Thursday”s Premier League clash at Old Trafford. After a dismal 1-0 defeat to Everton last Monday, United turned in another insipid display in front of their own fans on Thursday night, missing the chance to move [...] The post Keane Berates Man United Players After West Ham Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.

Meta has confirmed restricting Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi-Tsehai’s Instagram account following a government order, sparking criticism over free expression and political pressure amid escalating digital repression in Tanzania.

Super Eagles CB William Troost-Ekong has announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a decade-long journey. In an emotional statement released on Thursday evening, the 32-year-old revealed his decision. “Today, I am announcing my retirement from international football,” Troost-Ekong wrote. “From a boy born and raised in the Netherlands to the Oyibo [...] The post Super Eagles Captain Troost-Ekong Retires from International Football appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

The DRC and Rwanda are preparing their first Regional Economic Integration Framework summit after a landmark US-backed peace agreement, paving the way for joint projects in mining, tourism, health, energy, and infrastructure.

Kenya has reassured the public that no personal health data will be shared under its new USD 1.6 billion Health Cooperation Framework with the US, affirming strict protection under the Digital Health Act and Data Protection Act.

Federal Government has commenced the first tranche of payments under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Initiative. The post FG begins first tranche of TVET payments appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The UN has named new World Restoration Flagships in Australia, Canada and South Africa, highlighting large-scale, Indigenous-led ecosystem restoration efforts ahead of UNEA-7 in Nairobi.

Principal Secretary for Housing and Urban Development Charles Hinga on Thursday handed over a set of key social amenities at the New Boma Yangu Mukuru Housing Estate, marking a major milestone as the government prepares for the second phase handover of 5,000 newly completed affordable housing units. Speaking during the handover ceremony, PS Hinga emphasized that the programme’s focus extends beyond housing construction to ensuring residents enjoy a complete and convenient living environment. “The facilities here including schools, healthcare facilities, retail spaces, and the police post are designed to make the estate a fully self-sufficient, thriving community and improve the The post Govt Delivers Schools, Mall, Dispensary and Police Post in Mukuru Affordable Housing Project appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The government plans to sell a 15% stake in Safaricom to Vodacom Group Limited for Ksh.244.5 billion, the telco has announced. The stake, equivalent to 6,009,814,200 ordinary shares priced at Ksh.34 each, will reduce the State’s ownership in Safaricom from 35% to 20%. In addition to acquiring the government’s stake, Vodacom will buy a 5% interest from Vodafone International Holdings, raising its total shareholding in Safaricom from 35% to 55%. This gives Vodacom majority control for the first time since Safaricom’s listing in 2008. The government share acquisition links to an internal reorganisation where Vodacom will acquire Vodafone International Holdings The post Mbadi: How Kenya Plans to Spend the Ksh244.5B Safaricom Stake Windfall appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The United States has invited Poland to next year’s G20 summit in Miami, signaling a dramatic shift in the forum’s guest roster while The post G20: U.S. replaces S’Africa with Poland for 2026 summit appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Details have emerged of how Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officers were implicated in the alleged theft of a portion of  the massive methamphetamine consignment seized during a high-level multi-agency operation on October 25, 2025. A routine anti-narcotics operation in Mombasa led to the arrest of a woman suspected of dealing crystal meth, with detectives discovering she was married to an active KDF soldier and connected by marriage to a sitting Member of Parliament. Security sources indicated that her detention raised suspicions that part of the KSh8.2 billion meth seizure recovered at sea in October may have been siphoned off before The post How Woman’s Arrest Linked KDF Officers to Alleged Ksh8.2B Meth Theft appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Nairobi has secured its highest-ever ranking in the newly released Jeune Afrique 2025 African Cities Attractiveness Index, taking third place and strengthening its reputation as one of the continent’s fastest-growing tech and investment hubs. The report notes that Nairobi’s rise comes despite recent socio-political tensions, crediting the capital’s expanding digital ecosystem, major infrastructure upgrades, and sustained investor confidence as the key forces behind its improved standing. “Nairobi records the most notable rise on the podium, reaching third place, supported by its ambition to position itself as a continental tech hub, as well as its major infrastructure and mobility projects and The post Nairobi Breaks Into Top Three Most Attractive African Cities for 2025 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Beryl Odinga’s daughter, Chizi Ambala, eulogised her mother on Wednesday, revealing that she never recovered from the loss of her brother, the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Ambala went ahead to paint a picture of an unbreakable sibling bond, telling how Beryl openly admitted that after Raila passed away, life lost meaning. Speaking during Beryl’s memorial service at the Consolata Shrine, Chizi told mourners that Raila’s passing shattered her mother. She described the relationship between the two as profoundly close and emotionally inseparable. “When Baba passed, the first words out of my mom’s mouth were: ‘There is nothing for The post “Life Lost Meaning”: Beryl Odinga’s Daughter Reveals How Raila Odinga’s Death Broke Her Mother appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Senate Speaker, Amason Kingi, has made the bold declaration that President William Ruto will not face any serious competition in the 2027 elections, since none of his rivals can match his development record. Speaking in Mt Elgon, Bungoma County, on Thursday, December 4, 2025, Kingi praised Ruto’s administration for driving significant progress across the country, leaving him unmatched by any potential challenger. “In 2027, we have looked around, but we have not seen anyone capable of challenging Ruto. Have you seen any? We will have a competition without a competitor in 2027,” Kingi stated. “Ruto will emerge as the The post Ruto Will Win 2027 Elections Hands Down, Senate Speaker Kingi Claims appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has claimed that Makadara MP George Aladwa faced pressure from powerful political players to withdraw from a political pact that would have positioned him as Kuria’s running mate in the 2027 Nairobi gubernatorial race. In a statement on Wednesday, Kuria alleged that “holders of extremely powerful offices” summoned Aladwa on Tuesday evening and instructed him to publicly denounce the alliance, just 24 hours after the partnership was announced. “George Aladwa was summoned last evening by holders of extremely powerful offices and ordered to denounce our agreement on the Nairobi Governor ticket. I respect his decision,” The post Moses Kuria: Aladwa Pressured to Withdraw from Nairobi Gubernatorial Pact by Powerful Officials appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The high-profile murder trial of Meru blogger Daniel Muthiani, popularly known as Sniper, will resume in February next year at the Kiambu Law Courts, with former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza lined up as a key witness. The case proceeded on Wednesday, where current Meru Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia took the stand before Justice Dorah Chepkwony. Mutuma told the court he knew the late blogger and had once sent him money to buy insecticides, adding that their communication was “largely one-sided.” He also clarified that while he knew the first and second accused persons, he had no relationship with the others and The post Meru Blogger Sniper Murder Case: Court Sets New Dates, Mwangaza to Take Stand appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

United Opposition candidate Seth Panyako now claims that President William Ruto’s administration attempted to lure him with a Cabinet Secretary position just days after he lost the Malava by-election. Speaking on Radio Maisha Wednesday, December 3, Panyako said the alleged offer came on November 28, describing it as an insult to voters who endured violence and intimidation during the campaigns. He said he rejected the overture because it went against the principles of his campaign and the sacrifices his supporters made. According to Panyako, the government’s approach represented “the highest level of inhumanity” and signaled that “sycophants” were running the The post Panyako: Govt Tried to Bribe Me With Cabinet Position After Malava By-Election appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Media Council of Kenya is outraged by what it describes as a reckless and dangerous verbal attack by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Citizen TV journalist Stephen Letoo, stating that the former Deputy President is threatening media freedom with his remarks and putting journalists in harm’s way. The Council said Gachagua’s remarks on December 3, 2025, where he publicly named Letoo and branded him “the worst journalist,” accusing him of bias and demanding that Royal Media Services fire him, crossed the line into intimidation of the press. According to the regulator, direct attacks by high-ranking political figures endanger The post Media Council: Gachagua’s Attack on Stephen Letoo Amounts to Incitement appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Tendai Gukutikwa Health Reporter VICTORIA Chitepo Provincial Hospital (VCPH) has sounded the alarm over a growing trend of late diabetes diagnoses, which is driving up severe complications among patients. In… The post Spike in severe diabetes cases appeared first on herald.

Evangelist Patricia/Josephine Asiamah, popularly known as Mama Pat, has officially retracted allegations she made earlier this year against gospel musician Empress Gifty Adorye.   The apology and retraction were issued through her lawyers, Agyaa Asamani Law Consult, in a statement dated December 4, 2025. According to the law firm, the comments made by Mama Pat […]

Ray Bande and Takudzwa Manzero THE Government has announced plans to close all illegal private schools and colleges in Manicaland as part of efforts to uphold educational standards, following disappointing… The post Crackdown on unregistered schools amid poor Grade 7 results appeared first on herald.

Zvikomborero Parafini and Yeukai Karengezeka MADZIBABA Ishmael faces, at least 15 years in jail, after the Apostolic Sect leader was convicted of raping and impregnating a 13-year-old girl despite spirited… The post MADZIBABA ISHMAEL FACES, AT LEAST, 15 YEARS IN JAIL AFTER BEING CONVICTED OF RAPING, IMPREGNATING A 13-YEAR-OLD GIRL appeared first on herald.

Ray Bande Senior Reporter PARENTAL neglect, sexual abuse by relatives as well as delinquency has spurred the worrisome increase in new HIV infection for the 15 to 24 age group… The post HIV infections surge among Ama2000 appeared first on herald.

Samuel Kadungure News Editor THE construction of the state-of-the-art ZANU PF provincial headquarters and conference centre – valued at over US$1 million – is hurtling forward as some building materials,… The post ZANU PF’s $1m Mutare HQ rises appeared first on herald.

Lovemore Kadzura Post Reporter THE Zimbabwe’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has made significant strides in executing its constitutional mandate, with external evaluators rating its performance at 61 percent success in corruption… The post ZACC achieves 61 percent success in corruption fight appeared first on herald.

Lovemore Kadzura Post Reporter RUSAPE Town Council (RTC) has failed to regularly and adequately remunerate its employees for the past three years, forcing them to seek court intervention to compel… The post Rusape council in the dock, faces financial ruin appeared first on herald.

Lovemore Kadzura Post Reporter A ZAMBIAN truck driver has been charged with culpable homicide after a fatal collision with a motor trolley (small train) at a railway crossing in Rusape,… The post Zambian driver charged with culpable homicide appeared first on herald.