ZAMBIANS MARK KENNETH KAUNDA DAY

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Zambians celebrated Kenneth Kaunda Day, a public holiday honouring the Founding President, who would have turned 102 on Tuesday.

Various activities took place in the capital, Lusaka. The day began with a five-kilometre marathon, followed by a church service.

CHINA OFFERS ZERO TARIFFS TO AFRICAN ALLIES

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China has announced plans to grant zero-tariff treatment to all African countries that maintain diplomatic relations with it, a move expected to boost trade and economic cooperation across the continent.

BAMAKO RESIDENTS SHAKEN BY ATTACKS

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Bamako residents were shaken but expressed confidence in the defence forces after multiple 'terrorist groups' attacks were reported in the Malian capital and across the country on Saturday.

SADC PUSHES FOR STRONG REGIONAL INTEGRATION

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The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has called for a strong and coordinated implementation of the integration agenda within the region.

AFRICA HOSTS 17TH LEIDEN-SARIN AIR LAW MOOT

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The 17th Leiden-Sarin International Air Law Moot Court Competition is taking place in Africa for the first time.

The moot court is scheduled to take place from 17 to 19 April 2026 at the University of Namibia (UNAM) in Windhoek.

AFRICA SECURES MAJOR CLIMATE FUNDING BOOST

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Africa has received a climate finance boost after the Green Climate Fund (GCF) approved US$440 million (N$7.44 billion) in new funding, representing 46% of its latest allocations. 

This brings Africa’s total share of the Fund’s global portfolio to about US$7.6 billion (N$128.43 billion).