A Ugandan presidential jet was spotted in the United States, sparking speculation about First Lady Janet Museveni’s whereabouts as authorities have not provided an official explanation. The Gulfstream G550, typically used to transport high-level officials, departed from Uganda and flew through Cape Verde before landing in Savannah, Georgia. The First Lady has not made a public appearance since March 21, and attempts to obtain comment from government officials have been unsuccessful.
In Nigeria, Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar resigned, following reports that he planned to pursue the APC ticket to contest for the governorship of Bauchi State. Tuggar expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the opportunity to serve and contributed to the administration’s Four-D foreign policy strategy. His resignation comes after President Tinubu directed ministers and political appointees intending to run in the 2027 elections to step down.
Human Rights Watch accused Mozambican navy personnel of unlawfully killing and injuring fishermen in Cabo Delgado province on March 15, 2026. The government imposed restrictions on coastal movement and fishing in certain areas, claiming to limit the movement of non-state armed groups. However, the restrictions have adversely affected fishing communities. The organization called for an urgent, transparent investigation and compensation for victims.
Kenyan marathon runner Albert Korir was banned for five years after admitting to using a banned performance — enhancing drug. Korir, 32, tested positive for a synthetic form of erythropoietin (EPO) during out-of-competition testing in Kenya. His ban will run from January 8 until January 7, 2031.
South Africa’s Eastern Cape Premier Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane and the national government called for calm following a violent protest in KuGompo over the alleged coronation of a Nigerian “Igbo king.”The protest resulted in clashes with the police, looting, and arson, destroying several businesses. The Nigerian government described the act as illegal, while local traditional leaders condemned it as undermining their authority.
Source: Impulsradio & Television Africa
