The UK has put specific sanctions on people connected to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) because more proof of war crimes in the Darfur region has come to light. After a BBC Verify investigation found that executions in El-Fasher were the fault of a high-ranking RSF officer, the move was made. El-Fasher is a place […]
The country of São Tomé and Príncipe, which is one of the smallest in Africa, has taken a big step towards closing its digital gap. Starlink is an internet service that uses satellites and was created by SpaceX. It has now been made available across the country. This move promises to make big changes in […]
Nigeria, a country in West Africa, aims to invest $5 billion in tech startups for the next four years. The Nigerian authorities have developed strategies for $5 billion in annual tech startup investments in order to help people working in the tech sector. Bosun Tijani, the Nigerian minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, announced […]
Diplomatic Outreach in Troubled Times In the aftermath of a swift and dramatic coup in Gabon, General Brice Oligui Nguema, the nation’s newly installed leader, embarked on a diplomatic mission to the Republic of Congo. His mission is to solidify relationships with a neighboring nation and mitigate Gabon’s international isolation following the recent political upheaval. […]
WhatsApp is set to stop working on certain older smartphones starting October 24, 2023. The messaging app will discontinue its support for smartphones running Android 4.1 or earlier versions and iPhones still using iOS 11 or lower. After October 24, WhatsApp will only be compatible if you have Android devices running OS version 5.0 and […]
The United States has imposed sanctions on former Sudan foreign minister Ali Karti, accusing him of obstructing efforts to end conflict in Sudan. On Thursday, the Department of the Treasury of the United States placed sanctions on Ali Karti. The Department of the Treasury accused him of undermining efforts to establish stability in Sudan. The […]
Spotify has unveiled an AI-powered translation feature for podcasts, to offer a personalized global listening experience. Will it be also available for Africans? If you love to listen to podcasts and music, you might be familiar with Spotify. If not, let me tell you that it is a popular platform for listening to podcasts and […]
Kenyan Defense Minister Aden Duale has announced Kenya’s readiness to deploy troops to Haiti to help address the rising gang violence plaguing the nation. This significant commitment comes as part of an international mission to restore stability in the violence-stricken country. U.S.-Kenya defense agreement The United States and Kenya have formalized their defense cooperation through […]
France’s Notable Decision French President Emmanuel Macron has made a noteworthy and expected decision to pull out French troops from Niger and summon the French ambassador in response to the recent coup that ousted Niger’s legitimately elected president. Impact on French Policy in Africa This declaration signifies a considerable setback for France’s African policy, following […]
UN General Assembly Clash Tensions flare at the United Nations as Niger’s military junta accuses UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres of hindering their participation in the General Assembly’s 78th session. A dispute over credentials lies at the heart of this diplomatic standoff. Competing Letters of Credence The conflict centers on conflicting letters of credence that the […]
A City Under Siege What initially seemed like an empty threat from jihadist forces in Timbuktu has turned into a dire reality for its tens of thousands of residents. A month and a half into the siege, they find themselves almost entirely cut off from the world, trapped in a city with dwindling supplies and […]
What Is The Microsoft Surface Event? The Microsoft Surface Event is a special event organized by Microsoft where they are going to announce new products. The major products will be their Surface line of devices like laptops, tablets, and others. During this event, Microsoft will also reveal some of the latest technology and innovations they’ve […]
In a shocking turn of events, the European Union (EU) has temporarily halted its funding of the World Food Programme (WFP) in Somalia following a damning U.N. inquiry that uncovered widespread theft and misuse of food intended to prevent famine. This development has raised global concerns about the consequences for vulnerable populations in a region […]
Google is integrating its Chromebooks with a new gaming feature called “Game Dashboard.” This feature actually belongs to Google’s Pixel Phone, and now it’s available in Chromebooks as well. Game Dashboard Game Dashboard is a handy tool for PC gamers. It can popup on your Chromebook, while using other tools simultaneously. It also offers you […]
The Real Housewives of Lagos is a popular Nigerian reality television series. The show is focused on the luxury lives of housewives in Lagos, Nigeria’s largest city. The Real Housewives of Lagos showcase the lifestyle of Lagos socialites, including gossip, shopping, parties, and traveling. The first season of the Real Housewives of Lagos premiered on […]
On Thursday, Morocco made the announcement that it would begin a relief effort to assist and rehouse the occupants of the approximately 50,000 buildings that were destroyed in the earthquake that occurred one week ago. Since it struck on Friday in the Al-Haouz province, which is located south of the tourist hotspot of Marrakesh, the […]
Nigeria is set to increase its palm oil production through a new partnership between the Nigerian Institute for Oil Palm Research (NIFOR) and Luscei Investment Limited. Under the agreement, Luscei Investment will host NIFOR’s Extension Works Seed (EWS) fields and receive free seedlings for a 40-hectare field. The private company will manage the planting, maintenance, […]
On Wednesday, residents of the city of Derna in eastern Libya counted their dead in the hundreds, and they feared a very terrible toll as a result of two dams breaking under the pressure of torrential rains, releasing tremendous floodwaters that swept away everything in their path and killed thousands of people. Because it is […]
Top Nollywood actors and actresses have established their names across the world. They are famous for their brilliant acting and good looks. Some Nollywood actors and actresses have also been part of international films. Do you know that various Nollywood actors and actresses are also PhD holders? Yes, you read it right. Let’s talk about […]
