Month: January 2026

  On January 12, 2026, days before Uganda’s national elections on January 15, the National Bureau for Non-Governmental Organizations ordered at least 10 nongovernmental organizations to immediately cease their operations indefinitely. The suspended organizations include human rights, media, and election monitoring organizations.  The bureau stated it is “in receipt of intelligence information” that the groups are “engaged in activities that are prejudicial to the law of Uganda” and that it is conducting […]

  The United States Embassy in Abuja has officially reopened the American Center at the Embassy Chancery with a ceremony celebrating American excellence and creativity, and for the reciprocal benefit of the United States and Nigeria. The newly redesigned American Center features modernized spaces and enhanced technology aimed at expanding educational, cultural, and professional opportunities for Nigerians of all ages, with the goal of providing information about the United States; English language teaching and learning; educational advising for study at U.S. institutions; American cultural […]

  The Eritrean community in the United Arab Emirates conducted its annual festival from 9 to 11 January in Dubai under the theme “Our Cohesion – Our Armour.” The festival, in which Mr. Mohammed Mahmud Selim, head of the Eritrean Consulate General Office in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, and Mr. Tesfu Gebretensae, head of Public and Community Affairs, took part, was conducted with strong participation of nationals. Mr. Omar […]

  The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has welcomed the overwhelming passage by the United States House of Representatives of a three-year extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The Chairperson commends the bipartisan support demonstrated by Members of the U.S. House, reflecting the enduring commitment of the United States to strengthening trade, investment, and shared prosperity with African economies. “For over two […]

  The Office of the President advises the public to exercise caution when engaging with online profiles claiming to represent President Patrick Herminie. We have noted the emergence of fake accounts and posts promoting fraudulent offers, including housing schemes and payments. We remind citizens that the President does not conduct private promotions, giveaways, or financial solicitations through social media. Any official communication will be shared exclusively through verified State House […]

  Minister Ronald Lamola has arrived in Juba, leading a High-Level African Union Ad-hoc Committee of Five (C5) Visit to South Sudan from 14 to 15 January 2026. He is leading the delegation in his capacity as the Chairperson. This visit is a follow-up to the previous C5 Ministerial Visit to Juba, which took place exactly a year ago. The visit serves as a precursor to a Peace and Security […]

  The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Informa Markets, a London-listed global leader in events and knowledge services. The partnership will strengthen the planning, delivery, and sustainability of the Africa CDC International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) and other flagship public health convenings at a time of heightened demand for coordinated health leadership across the continent. […]