Thousands of protesters took to the streets overnight in The Gambia, burning tyres and chanting against the president over worsening power outages, according to Vanguard. The blackouts, which have affected the country since June, have recently intensified, with some areas experiencing cuts lasting up to 48 hours during the hot season. The demonstrations have grown increasingly chaotic as public frustration over the electricity crisis mounts.

Gambian President Adama Barrow has pledged to end rolling blackouts that have sparked violent protests, according to Al Jazeera. Barrow announced new power infrastructure, including a 24-megawatt plant, aimed at tackling the country's worsening electricity crisis. The commitment comes as public frustration over unreliable power supply escalates into unrest on the streets.

The community of Makun Omi in Ogun State has continued to uphold its traditional barter trade system and the lively Okosi Festival, despite experiencing a 15-year blackout. This resilience highlights the community's commitment to preserving its cultural practices and economic activities.

Two years after Nigeria's nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests against economic hardship and rising food prices, some victims in Kano are still living with bullet injuries and say they have been neglected. According to the Daily Post, Rabiu Fillo Gama, now 25, did not participate in the August 2024 demonstrations but was caught up in the events of August 2, beginning a painful struggle that has continued since.

Kenya Power has announced planned electricity outages on June 26, affecting eight counties, including Kisii, for maintenance purposes. The update provides details on the specific areas impacted and the expected restoration times for power services.

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has apologised to customers over recent blackouts affecting Band A customers in Ogun, Oyo, and Kwara states. According to Punch, the distribution company attributed the power outages to technical faults and disconnections linked to non-payment of bills. The apology came as residents and businesses in the affected states experienced disrupted electricity supply. IBEDC serves several southwestern Nigerian states and has faced recurring complaints over service delivery and billing practices.