https://africandailypost.com/ Pan-African politics, economy, society, culture and sport. en-002 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:49:53 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-who-nnmda-call-for-investment-in-traditional-medicine-research-6acc31d779 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-who-nnmda-call-for-investment-in-traditional-medicine-research-6acc31d779 The World Health Organization and Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency called for greater investment in traditional medicine research, regulation and innovation in Africa on Sept. 1, during the 24th African Traditional Medicine Day. Health Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:41:54 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-court-halts-nmdpra-from-shutting-dangote-refinery-70a4f4eb78 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-court-halts-nmdpra-from-shutting-dangote-refinery-70a4f4eb78 A Federal High Court in Lagos has issued an interim injunction restraining Nigeria’s petroleum regulator from shutting down or interfering with Dangote Refinery’s operations. Business Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:39:09 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-tunisia-faces-severe-bottled-water-shortage-after-scorching-august-eb6eca9085 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-tunisia-faces-severe-bottled-water-shortage-after-scorching-august-eb6eca9085 Shelves in most Tunisian supermarkets and neighbourhood stores have remained empty for several weeks, amid a severe shortage of bottled water reported on September 1, 2026. Latest Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:37:53 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-accra-sports-stadium-to-remain-closed-until-ghanas-2027-afcon-qualifie-79d9a45189 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-accra-sports-stadium-to-remain-closed-until-ghanas-2027-afcon-qualifie-79d9a45189 The decision means clubs intending to use the stadium for the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season will need to identify alternative home venues. Sports Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:09:16 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-zambia-holds-hichilemas-second-term-inauguration-in-lusaka-e133e2fcd7 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-zambia-holds-hichilemas-second-term-inauguration-in-lusaka-e133e2fcd7 Zambia held the inauguration of President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice-President Mutale Nalumango at National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka on September 1, 2026, a day declared a public holiday. Politics Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:05:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-dr-congo-ebola-outbreak-passes-6-000-cases-and-nearly-2-900-deaths-48881e6431 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-dr-congo-ebola-outbreak-passes-6-000-cases-and-nearly-2-900-deaths-48881e6431 The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported more than 6,000 confirmed Ebola cases and nearly 2,900 deaths as of September 1, 2026, in the country’s largest recorded outbreak. Health Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:08:54 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-kagiso-rabada-ruled-out-of-australia-odis-with-hamstring-injury-0cba1c0d54 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-kagiso-rabada-ruled-out-of-australia-odis-with-hamstring-injury-0cba1c0d54 South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada will miss the three-match ODI series against Australia beginning on September 24 in Durban, while his availability for the subsequent Test series remains uncertain. Sports Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:07:36 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-aapi-to-host-agrivoltaics-reception-during-africa-food-systems-forum-19170a37d9 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-aapi-to-host-agrivoltaics-reception-during-africa-food-systems-forum-19170a37d9 The African Agrivoltaics Platform Initiative will bring together public, development, investment, research and private-sector representatives in Kigali on September 1, 2026. Tech Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:06:42 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-zambias-president-hichilema-sworn-in-at-lusaka-stadium-f79c089661 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-09-01-zambias-president-hichilema-sworn-in-at-lusaka-stadium-f79c089661 President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice President Mutale Nalumango were sworn in at National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka on September 1, 2026, during a public holiday declared for the inauguration. Politics Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:04:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-african-traditional-medicine-day-highlights-research-and-primary-care-b71f2458ad https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-african-traditional-medicine-day-highlights-research-and-primary-care-b71f2458ad The 24th African Traditional Medicine Day was observed across Africa on August 31, with WHO-led discussions focused on integrating traditional medicine into primary care and supporting universal health coverage. Health Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:14:17 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-ghana-reaches-africa-volleyball-nations-cup-quarterfinals-174d1e57a9 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-ghana-reaches-africa-volleyball-nations-cup-quarterfinals-174d1e57a9 Ghana will play Rwanda in the Africa Volleyball Nations Cup quarterfinals in Nairobi on August 31, after victories over Tunisia and Zambia. Sports Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:08:24 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-mtn-group-partners-with-uae-platform-on-ai-ready-infrastructure-in-afr-693e9ed9b9 https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-mtn-group-partners-with-uae-platform-on-ai-ready-infrastructure-in-afr-693e9ed9b9 MTN Digital Infrastructure has entered a strategic partnership with a UAE-based data centre investment platform to advance locally hosted infrastructure for cloud computing and artificial intelligence workloads across Africa. Tech Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:02:14 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-brent-crude-rises-above-90-after-u-s-strike-near-strait-of-hormuz-a85c1e2d5b https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-brent-crude-rises-above-90-after-u-s-strike-near-strait-of-hormuz-a85c1e2d5b Brent crude oil prices climbed above $90 per barrel on 31 August after the U.S. military targeted Iranian rocket launchers preparing to deploy mines into the Strait of Hormuz. Business Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:55:33 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-tinubu-reports-attacks-in-south-africa-to-african-union-919115c57c https://africandailypost.com/a/2026-08-31-tinubu-reports-attacks-in-south-africa-to-african-union-919115c57c President Bola Tinubu has formally reported recurring xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks against Africans and other nationals in South Africa to the African Union, requesting that the issue be placed on the agenda of the bloc’s January 2027 summit. Latest Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:38:10 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-markets-eye-fed-decision-as-big-tech-earnings-loom-and-amazon-plans-an https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-markets-eye-fed-decision-as-big-tech-earnings-loom-and-amazon-plans-an U.S. stock futures were higher on January 28, 2026 as investors waited for the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision and comments from Chair Jerome Powell, while Tesla, Microsoft and Meta prepared to report results after the bell. Gold pushed to fresh highs, bitcoin steadied near $90,000, and headlines also included Amazon’s plan to eliminate about 16,000 jobs and renewed focus on Nvidia’s chip sales into China. Latest Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-28-myanmar-s-final-election-phase-cements-junta-backed-control-as-critics https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-28-myanmar-s-final-election-phase-cements-junta-backed-control-as-critics Myanmar has completed the final phase of a three-stage election process that virtually guarantees the military and its allies a parliamentary majority. With seats reserved for the armed forces and voting restricted in areas affected by civil war, opposition groups and international critics say the election is designed to legitimize junta rule rather than restore democratic governance. World Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-nfl-hiring-cycle-accelerates-as-browns-name-todd-monken-head-coach-and https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-nfl-hiring-cycle-accelerates-as-browns-name-todd-monken-head-coach-and The 2026 NFL hiring cycle continued to move quickly on January 28, with multiple coaching and front-office decisions tracked across the league. Among the latest moves: Cleveland hired Todd Monken as its head coach, while the New York Jets hired Brian Duker as defensive coordinator. Politics Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-28-stocks-hover-near-highs-as-investors-wait-for-fed-signals-and-a-new-wa https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-28-stocks-hover-near-highs-as-investors-wait-for-fed-signals-and-a-new-wa Markets entered January 28 with investors focused on the Federal Reserve’s next signal, the outlook for inflation and jobs, and the impact of AI spending on corporate profits. With equities near record territory, traders weighed whether strong tech earnings and softer-rate expectations can keep the rally intact, even as restructuring and layoffs remain a reality for large employers. Business Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/tech-2026-01-28-nvidia-s-h200-chip-sales-to-china-gain-momentum-after-beijing-clears-i https://africandailypost.com/a/tech-2026-01-28-nvidia-s-h200-chip-sales-to-china-gain-momentum-after-beijing-clears-i Nvidia moved closer to restarting significant China-bound shipments after reports said Chinese authorities cleared major tech firms to place orders for the company’s H200 AI chips. The news highlights how fast the AI hardware market is evolving under tight export controls and shifting regulatory signals on both sides of the Pacific. Tech Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-28-nhl-night-recap-dahlin-s-hat-trick-powers-sabres-sharks-and-kraken-cru https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-28-nhl-night-recap-dahlin-s-hat-trick-powers-sabres-sharks-and-kraken-cru A busy NHL slate around January 28 featured high-scoring performances, overtime drama, and several decisive individual efforts. Highlights included Buffalo’s offensive outburst against Toronto, strong wins for San Jose and Seattle, and multiple games requiring overtime or a shootout to decide the result. Sports Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-28-south-carolina-measles-outbreak-reaches-789-cases-raising-concerns-abo https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-28-south-carolina-measles-outbreak-reaches-789-cases-raising-concerns-abo Health officials say South Carolina’s measles outbreak has grown to 789 confirmed cases since September, surpassing last year’s large Texas outbreak and becoming the biggest in the U.S. since measles was declared eliminated. The surge, centered in Spartanburg County, has led to quarantines and heightened concern among public health experts about continued transmission. Health Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:17:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/tech-2026-01-28-asml-posts-record-2025-profit-on-ai-driven-demand-while-planning-job-c https://africandailypost.com/a/tech-2026-01-28-asml-posts-record-2025-profit-on-ai-driven-demand-while-planning-job-c Chip-equipment maker ASML reported record profit for 2025, pointing to strong AI-related demand, while also outlining plans to cut jobs as it restructures for efficiency and focus amid an increasingly complex semiconductor landscape. Tech Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:18 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-fbi-executes-search-warrant-at-fulton-county-election-office-seeking-2 https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-fbi-executes-search-warrant-at-fulton-county-election-office-seeking-2 Federal investigators served a search warrant at Fulton County’s election hub in Georgia, seeking a set of records tied to the 2020 vote as county officials tried to determine the scope and target of the inquiry. Latest Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:18 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-28-trump-warns-iran-to-strike-nuclear-deal-says-next-u-s-attack-would-be- https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-28-trump-warns-iran-to-strike-nuclear-deal-says-next-u-s-attack-would-be- President Donald Trump urged Iran to negotiate over its nuclear program and warned that another U.S. strike would be more severe, as Iranian officials signaled they were not currently seeking talks under threat. World Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:18 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-federal-agents-involved-in-minnesota-fatal-shooting-placed-on-administ https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-federal-agents-involved-in-minnesota-fatal-shooting-placed-on-administ A political storm over immigration enforcement intensified after reports that two federal officers involved in a fatal shooting in Minnesota were placed on administrative leave, as lawmakers demanded accountability from the administration. Politics Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:18 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-28-markets-end-mixed-as-investors-await-fed-decision-and-big-tech-earning https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-28-markets-end-mixed-as-investors-await-fed-decision-and-big-tech-earning U.S. stocks finished mixed Tuesday with attention on an upcoming Federal Reserve policy statement and fresh results from major technology companies, while quarterly earnings reports continued to move individual names. Business Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:18 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-28-mackinnon-nears-700-assist-milestone-as-avalanche-visit-senators-in-th https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-28-mackinnon-nears-700-assist-milestone-as-avalanche-visit-senators-in-th Nathan MacKinnon entered Wednesday two assists shy of 700 as Colorado visited Ottawa, while several teams navigated injuries and recent trades in a short NHL schedule featuring three matchups. Sports Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:18 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-28-cms-names-15-drugs-for-next-medicare-price-talks-including-botox-and-t https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-28-cms-names-15-drugs-for-next-medicare-price-talks-including-botox-and-t CMS selected 15 high-cost drugs for the third cycle of Medicare price negotiations, including Botox and the diabetes drug Trulicity, with talks occurring in 2026 and new prices scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2028. Health Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:18 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-ilhan-omar-attacked-at-minneapolis-town-hall-after-calling-for-kristi- https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-28-ilhan-omar-attacked-at-minneapolis-town-hall-after-calling-for-kristi- Rep. Ilhan Omar was attacked during a Minneapolis town hall after demanding that DHS Secretary Kristi Noem resign or face impeachment. Omar continued the event after a man in the front row sprayed her with a strong-smelling liquid; police arrested the suspect, identified as 55-year-old Anthony Kazmierczak. The episode followed heightened political tension around immigration enforcement and allegations tied to federal actions in Minnesota. Latest Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:42 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-28-aid-cuts-stall-mine-clearance-in-zimbabwe-pushing-women-deminers-out-o https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-28-aid-cuts-stall-mine-clearance-in-zimbabwe-pushing-women-deminers-out-o Funding reductions have forced mine-clearance groups operating along Zimbabwe’s border with Mozambique to scale back, leaving dangerous minefields uncleared while hundreds of workers—many of them women—lose stable incomes. Former deminers describe sudden layoffs, falling living standards, and the struggle to pay school fees and rent, even as legacy landmines from the 1970s continue to injure civilians and livestock decades after the conflict that placed them. World Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:42 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-white-house-says-trump-ratified-gaza-board-of-peace-charter-at-davos-c https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-28-white-house-says-trump-ratified-gaza-board-of-peace-charter-at-davos-c The White House says President Donald Trump formally ratified the charter of a new ‘Board of Peace’ during a ceremony at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The administration described the body as an international organization intended to mobilize resources and enforce accountability around Gaza’s demilitarization, governance reform, and rebuilding. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Jared Kushner also spoke at the event, according to the White House account. Politics Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:42 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-28-bls-release-schedule-highlights-a-january-28-update-on-u-s-weekly-earn https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-28-bls-release-schedule-highlights-a-january-28-update-on-u-s-weekly-earn The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ 2026 release calendar lists a data publication on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 for “Usual Weekly Earnings of Wage and Salary Workers (Annual 2025).” The schedule underscores how wages and labor-market metrics remain central inputs for policymakers, businesses, and households tracking inflation, purchasing power, and staffing decisions as the year begins. Business Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:42 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/tech-2026-01-28-china-reportedly-clears-nvidia-h200-imports-for-major-firms-as-google- https://africandailypost.com/a/tech-2026-01-28-china-reportedly-clears-nvidia-h200-imports-for-major-firms-as-google- A tech news roundup says China has reportedly approved large purchases of Nvidia’s H200 AI chips for firms including ByteDance, Alibaba, and Tencent, potentially reshaping compute access for frontier AI development. The same roundup says Google is exploring options that would let publishers opt out of certain generative AI features in Search, reflecting growing tension between AI answer experiences and the traffic and revenue models of the open web. Tech Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:42 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-28-ap-s-sports-on-tv-lists-lakers-cavaliers-and-spurs-rockets-among-jan-2 https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-28-ap-s-sports-on-tv-lists-lakers-cavaliers-and-spurs-rockets-among-jan-2 The Associated Press TV schedule for Wednesday, Jan. 28 lists a full slate of live sports, led by an ESPN NBA doubleheader featuring the Los Angeles Lakers at Cleveland and San Antonio at Houston. The lineup also includes NHL action on TNT, extensive men’s college basketball coverage across cable and streaming outlets, Senior Bowl practice sessions, plus Australian Open tennis sessions from Melbourne. Times were listed in Eastern Time and the AP noted schedules can change or face blackouts. Sports Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:42 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-28-cms-names-15-drugs-including-botox-for-the-next-round-of-medicare-pric https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-28-cms-names-15-drugs-including-botox-for-the-next-round-of-medicare-pric The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a new list of 15 high-cost drugs selected for the third cycle of Medicare drug price negotiations, including Botox and the diabetes drug Trulicity. CMS said negotiations will occur in 2026 and the negotiated prices are slated to take effect on January 1, 2028. CMS also said one previously negotiated drug, Tradjenta, was selected for renegotiation. Health Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:06:42 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-27-nfl-names-shawn-smith-as-referee-for-super-bowl-lx-at-levi-s-stadium https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-27-nfl-names-shawn-smith-as-referee-for-super-bowl-lx-at-levi-s-stadium The NFL has announced that Shawn Smith will be the referee for Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8, 2026, leading an all-star officiating crew selected based on season performance. Sports Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:38 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-massive-winter-storm-grips-much-of-the-u-s-leaving-widespread-ice-dama https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-massive-winter-storm-grips-much-of-the-u-s-leaving-widespread-ice-dama A sprawling winter storm has pushed snow, sleet and freezing rain from the South through the Mid-Atlantic and into New England, triggering large-scale power outages and major travel disruptions as communities brace for lingering cold and ice stress on infrastructure. Latest Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:38 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-27-icc-judges-rule-former-philippine-president-rodrigo-duterte-is-fit-to- https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-27-icc-judges-rule-former-philippine-president-rodrigo-duterte-is-fit-to- Judges at the International Criminal Court say former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte can participate in proceedings over crimes against humanity allegations tied to his anti-drug campaign, clearing the way for a confirmation-of-charges hearing in late February. World Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:38 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-court-filings-say-federal-immigration-agents-detained-a-2-year-old-gir https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-court-filings-say-federal-immigration-agents-detained-a-2-year-old-gir According to court filings described in a national news report, federal immigration agents detained a toddler and her father in Minneapolis and transported them to Texas without a warrant, with the child moved despite a court order requiring her immediate release. Politics Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:38 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-27-u-s-faces-greater-outbreak-risk-as-cdc-surveillance-databases-stop-or- https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-27-u-s-faces-greater-outbreak-risk-as-cdc-surveillance-databases-stop-or- A study reported in HealthDay News and published in Annals of Internal Medicine says many CDC health surveillance databases stopped or slowed updates in 2025, weakening the nation’s ability to track infectious diseases, vaccination trends and overdoses. Business Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:38 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/tech-2026-01-27-apple-releases-second-generation-airtag-with-longer-precision-finding- https://africandailypost.com/a/tech-2026-01-27-apple-releases-second-generation-airtag-with-longer-precision-finding- Apple’s updated AirTag keeps the same price but adds a newer ultra wideband chip to extend Precision Finding range, plus a louder speaker and updated Find My features that include airline support for sharing an item’s location. Tech Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:38 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-27-cdc-data-show-measles-cases-confirmed-in-nine-states-early-in-2026-wit https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-27-cdc-data-show-measles-cases-confirmed-in-nine-states-early-in-2026-wit Updated CDC figures cited by ABC News show at least 171 measles cases confirmed in nine states so far in 2026, with South Carolina and Utah continuing to manage outbreaks that began earlier. Health Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:04:38 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-wall-street-nears-a-record-as-earnings-jolt-stocks-and-investors-brace https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-wall-street-nears-a-record-as-earnings-jolt-stocks-and-investors-brace U.S. stocks wobbled but stayed near record territory as a bruising drop in health insurers offset strong gains in tech-linked names. Investors weighed mixed earnings, a consumer-confidence slide, and expectations the Federal Reserve will hold rates steady at Wednesday’s meeting. Latest Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-27-russia-ukraine-war-updates-attacks-hit-kharkiv-and-other-cities-as-inf https://africandailypost.com/a/world-2026-01-27-russia-ukraine-war-updates-attacks-hit-kharkiv-and-other-cities-as-inf Russian drone and missile strikes hit Kharkiv and other parts of Ukraine, damaging buildings and critical infrastructure and leaving large areas without power, Ukrainian officials said. Kyiv also reported damage to a major religious landmark. World Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-federal-immigration-enforcement-faces-court-pressure-as-minnesota-judg https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-federal-immigration-enforcement-faces-court-pressure-as-minnesota-judg A federal judge in Minnesota summoned the acting ICE director and warned of possible contempt after allegations that the agency defied court orders in detention cases tied to a major enforcement push. The dispute adds legal and political strain as scrutiny of federal tactics grows. Politics Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-27-fed-expected-to-hold-rates-steady-as-powell-faces-a-doj-probe-and-poli https://africandailypost.com/a/business-2026-01-27-fed-expected-to-hold-rates-steady-as-powell-faces-a-doj-probe-and-poli The Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged this week after cuts in 2025, with inflation still above target and the labor market cooling. The meeting comes as Chair Jerome Powell faces a Justice Department investigation tied to Fed building renovations. Business Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-27-rangers-win-in-overtime-islanders-and-lightning-record-shutouts-oilers https://africandailypost.com/a/sports-2026-01-27-rangers-win-in-overtime-islanders-and-lightning-record-shutouts-oilers A busy night in the NHL featured an overtime win for the Rangers over the Bruins, shutouts by the Islanders and Lightning, and a high-scoring Oilers-Ducks game highlighted by an unusual surge from Edmonton’s blue line. Sports Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-27-study-warns-gaps-in-cdc-database-updates-weaken-u-s-outbreak-detection https://africandailypost.com/a/health-2026-01-27-study-warns-gaps-in-cdc-database-updates-weaken-u-s-outbreak-detection A study reported that many CDC health surveillance databases were delayed or stopped updating during 2025, including several tracking vaccinations and vaccine-preventable diseases. Researchers warned the breakdown could leave the U.S. less prepared for outbreaks and public health emergencies. Health Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:53:43 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-democrats-threaten-to-block-dhs-funding-without-ice-reforms-as-shutdow https://africandailypost.com/a/politics-2026-01-27-democrats-threaten-to-block-dhs-funding-without-ice-reforms-as-shutdow Senate Democrats are being urged to demand enforceable limits on ICE operations in exchange for votes needed to pass a DHS funding bill, escalating a standoff that could trigger a partial government shutdown. Politics Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:47:55 GMT https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-white-house-signals-minnesota-pullback-as-backlash-grows-over-ice-shoo https://africandailypost.com/a/latest-2026-01-27-white-house-signals-minnesota-pullback-as-backlash-grows-over-ice-shoo Federal immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota are driving a fast-moving political crisis in Washington, with Democrats threatening to block DHS funding and the White House indicating it may reduce the federal agent presence in the state. Latest Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:47:55 GMT