Solidarity messages were also conveyed from the African Union, United Nations and African Association for Public Administration and Management.
They emphasised the need to professionalise the public service and enhance digitalisation and inclusivity.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stated that Nigeria cannot address its 'security' challenges alone and is seeking 'pragmatic collaboration' and partnerships with its neighbours to tackle the issue while speaking during the Africa CEO Summit in Kigali on Friday.
Rwanda's President Paul Kagame called on the continent to unite against foreign powers attempting to take control of critical minerals and other resources at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali this week.
At least 100 civilians were reported killed and many others injured and displaced after a military airstrike in Zamfara State, northwestern Nigeria, on Sunday, as the army continues to battle bandit gangs and insurgent groups across regions.
Strategically positioned, Namibia and Kenya can deepen economic cooperation and build stronger business partnerships to drive industrial growth, regional trade, and sustainable development.
Botswana's Minister of Environment and Tourism, Wynter Mmolotsi, has called for integrated land use as the region embarks on promoting ecological conservation.
This call comes at a time when most of the countries in the SADC region continue to grapple with the deadly foot-and-mouth disease.
Botswana and Rwanda signed six bilateral agreements in Gaborone aimed at removing barriers to trade, investment, and people-to-people movement.
Agreements cover double taxation avoidance, visa abolition, health cooperation, and expanded economic and investment collaboration.
Namibia will promote its interests in energy transition and innovation-led growth at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, from 11–12 May 2026.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi will represent Namibia, engaging in discussions on innovation, food security, and renewable energy.
South Africa is experiencing a rise in xenophobic protests targeting foreigners, raising concerns among other African nations about the treatment of their citizens in South African cities.
Thirty presidential candidates have submitted a nomination fee of N$100,000 to participate in Zambia's general elections scheduled for August 2026.
