AFRICA
Kenya: Protests Erupt in Kisumu after Police Shooting Leaves Woman Dead
In the bustling city of Kisumu, nestled on the shores of the vibrant Lake Victoria, an unfortunate tragedy unfolded on Tuesday that ...Afrobeats Sensation Davido Reveals Upcoming Netflix Documentary Series Titled ‘David’, Set for December Premiere
In an exciting new development, David Adeleke, a luminary in the world of Afrobeats and globally recognized by his stage name, ‘Davido’, ...Senegalese Opposition Leader Ousmane Sonko Given Suspended Sentence in Defamation and Public Insult Appeal
Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has been given a suspended six-month sentence in his appeal against a defamation and public insult conviction ...King Charles of England’s Coronation: A New Chapter for the British Monarchy Amidst Tradition and ...
The coronation of King Charles of England is an event steeped in rich history, tradition, and significance for the British monarchy and ...Uganda: Parliament Approves the Lotteries and Gaming (Amendment) Bill, 2023 to Increase Betting Tax Rates
In a recent legislative update, the Parliament has passed the Lotteries and Gaming (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which will bring about significant changes ...Torrential Rains in South Kivu Province, DR Congo Cause Devastation, 401 Deaths, and National Mourning
The South Kivu province in DR Congo has recently experienced severe weather conditions, as torrential rains have wreaked havoc on the region. ...LAUTECH Teaching Hospital Doctors Strike Over Poor Conditions, Seek Urgent Intervention to Improve Services
In Ogbomoso, Oyo State, doctors at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital (LAUTECH) initiated an industrial action on Monday, citing ...South Africa: DJ Maphorisa Arrested and Jailed Over Alleged Assault on Girlfriend Thuli Phongolo
On Sunday, a shocking incident took place involving award-winning music producer DJ Maphorisa, who allegedly assaulted his girlfriend, actress Thuli Phongolo, during ...South Africa: President Ramaphosa Authorizes Deployment of 880 SANDF Members to Safeguard Eskom Power Stations
In a recent announcement, President Cyril Ramaphosa has given the green light for the deployment of 880 members of the South African ...Terrifying Incident Averted as MaxAir Aircraft’s Tyre Bursts into Flames During Landing
Yesterday, passengers aboard a MaxAir flight experienced a harrowing ordeal when the aircraft’s tyre burst into flames during its landing at Nnamdi ...Sonia Ekweremadu Expresses Guilt Over Parents’ Conviction Stemming From Her Health Condition
In a recent interview with BBC, Sonia Ekweremadu, the daughter of embattled former deputy senate president Ike Ekweremadu and his wife Beatrice ...Organ Trafficking Conspiracy: UK Court Sentences Ex-Deputy Senate President Ekweremadu to 10 Years in Prison, ...
On Friday, a UK court handed down lengthy prison sentences to former deputy senate president Ike Ekweremadu, his wife Beatrice, and medical ...Rwanda: Devastating Floods and Landslides Claim Over 100 Lives in Western and Northern Provinces Amid ...
In a tragic turn of events, over 100 people have been confirmed dead following a night of torrential downpours that led to ...Kenyan Medical Language Translation App Emerges as Winner in Game of Learners Coding Competition
The innovative “Medical Language Translation App,” known as “Jambo Care,” has recently emerged as the overall winner of the fourth season of ...NAFDAC Confirms Locally Produced Indomie Instant Noodles in Nigeria as Safe for Consumption
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) recently affirmed the safety of locally produced Indomie Instant Noodles in ...Ghana Records 27 Lassa Fever Cases; Health Authorities Implement Response Measures and Issue Public Advisory
Ghana has recently experienced a significant outbreak of Lassa Fever, a severe and often fatal hemorrhagic illness caused by the Lassa virus. ...Malawi President Appeals for $700 Million in International Aid for Post Cyclone Freddy Reconstruction and ...
In the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Freddy, which wreaked havoc in Malawi, leaving over 1,000 people dead and close to 700,000 individuals ...South African Reserve Bank Introduces Redesigned Banknotes and Coins with Enhanced Security and Vivid Colors
In a striking and noteworthy development, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has announced the launch of an enhanced collection of banknotes ...Nigeria: Family of Four Wives and 28 Children Signify I Will Succeed As A Speaker, ...
Yesterday, the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, Alhasan Doguwa, announced his intention to run for the speakership of the 10th ...Central Bank of Rwanda Implements Stricter Regulations for Financial Institutions to Combat Money Laundering
In a move to strengthen and enforce an anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), and counter-financing of the proliferation of weapons of ...