Kenya secures zero-duty access to China

The Eaubonne bulk carrier ship docks in the port of Mombasa, Kenya NAIROBI, Jan 16 (NNN-AFRICANEWS) –Kenya has secured zero-duty access for almost all its exports to China in a preliminary deal, its trade minister said, as Nairobi seeks to offset the impact of higher US tariffs.The Kenya-China deal aims…

Ethiopia accuses neighbour Eritrea of arming rebels in escalating war of words

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed ADDIS ABABA, Jan 16 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Ethiopian police said they had seized thousands of rounds of ammunition sent by neighbouring Eritrea to rebels in the Amhara region, escalating a feud between the longstanding foes that experts have said could lead to renewed conflict.Eritrea’s information minister…

New calls for humanitarian truce in Sudan as peace talks resume in Cairo

Smoke billows after drone strikes by the paramilitary RSf CAIRO, Jan 16 (NNN-AFRICANEWS) — Sudan peace efforts resumed in Cairo as Egypt, the United Nations and the United States called for the warring parties to agree to a nationwide humanitarian truce, as the war between the army and its rival…

Pres Museveni votes as Uganda election unfolds amid delays and crackdown

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni seen casting his vote KAMPALA, Jan 16 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has cast his ballot as the country votes in a tense election that could extend his rule into a fifth decade. The 81-year-old leader, in power for 40 years, is widely expected to…

South Africa: Festive season stats show a 5% reduction in fatal crashes

PRETORIA, Jan 16 (NNN-SANEWS) — Preliminary data from the 2025/26 Festive Season Road Safety Campaign indicates a five percent reduction in both fatalities and crashes when compared to the same period last year. “This year, a total of 1 427 fatalities were recorded from 1 172 crashes this year. The…

South Africa welcomes approval of AGOA Extension Bill

PRETORIA, Jan 16 (NNN-SANEWS) — South Africa’s Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) Minister Parks Tau has welcomed the approval of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Extension Bill by the USA House of Representatives. AGOA is critical legislation that allows for eligible sub-Saharan African countries to enjoy…

Chad: at least six killed in fighting between rebel group and armed forces

N’DJAMENA, Jan 15 (NNN-AFRICANEWS) — Clashes between the Chadian army and the MPRD rebel group have killed at least six people in the country’s south, both sides said Wednesday. The fighting erupted Tuesday morning in Korbol, in the Moyen-Chari region, leaving three soldiers dead and 10 wounded, the army said…

Brazil bank collapse sparks billion dollar seizures in fraud probe

BRASILIA, Jan 15 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Brazilian authorities on Wednesday announced the seizure of over $1 billion worth of assets as part of a high-profile fraud probe launched after the collapse of a small private bank. “We may be facing the largest banking fraud in the country’s history,” Finance Minister Fernando…

Update: Greenlanders torn between anxiety and relief after White House talks

NUUK, Jan 15 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Greenland’s residents expressed a mix of anxiety and relief after a meeting was held Wednesday in the White House between officials from the United States, Denmark and the island at the centre of President Donald Trump’s focus. The foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland, an…

Uganda votes under internet blackout and police crackdown

KAMPALA, Jan 15 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Uganda was on edge as it headed for elections on Thursday, with President Yoweri Museveni expected to extend his 40-year rule amid an internet shutdown and a police crackdown on the opposition. The local Daily Monitor newspaper ran a full-page spread on how to “election-proof…