The move of BYD to South Africa is one of the most evident indicators that electric vehicles (EVs) are entering mainstream discourse, not just in the African continent, but the whole world. Being one of the largest EV manufacturers in the world, BYD introduces volume, comparatively low-priced vehicles, and powerful battery technology into the market […]
A new US–Kenya health pact has the potential to become a blueprint for wider health cooperation across Africa, going beyond short‑term aid to focus on capacity-building, technology transfer, and long‑term system strengthening. Through US technical expertise and finance coupled with the Kenyan strategic position as a regional medical and training centre, the arrangement would impact […]
The nation of Sudan finds itself at a crucial crossroads, where a myriad of possibilities teeter on the precipice, carrying profound implications for its future. As we examine the complex landscape of this war-torn nation, two distinct scenarios, illuminated by recent analysis, emerge as pivotal in shaping Sudan’s trajectory. In one, we encounter the ominous […]
After at least 85 people were killed in ongoing skirmishes between herders and farmers in central Nigeria, officials stated Thursday, May 18, that over 3,000 people had been forced to flee their homes as a result of the violence. The unrest broke out on Monday, May 15, with an early death toll of 30 in […]
The United Nations estimates that more than $3 billion is necessary for humanitarian aid and refugees in Sudan, where the situation has worsened due to intense fighting since the middle of April. According to the United Nations’ most recent projections, the amount of money required for humanitarian help alone has increased to $2.6 billion from […]
The United States of America has stated that it has initiated the process necessary to deny visas to individuals who were responsible for disrupting the most recent general elections in Nigeria. Secretary of State Antony Binken issued a statement that was posted on the website of the United States Department of State, stating that “the […]
The major opposition party in Ghana elected John Dramani Mahama, the country’s former president, to be its candidate for the presidency in the election scheduled for 2024. Over the course of the weekend, delegates to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) cast their ballots in a series of primaries to elect a candidate for both the […]
Elon Musk has named Linda Yaccarino, an American media executive, as the new CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of the micro-blogging social networking site Twitter. She is set to take over from billionaire Elon Musk as Twitter CEO in the coming weeks. She would oversee business operations at Twitter. Musk claimed that she would start her […]
In Kargi, Marsabit County of Kenya, a distressing outbreak of an unknown disease has claimed the lives of at least nine individuals, while over 80 others are currently battling serious illnesses. Moses Galoro, the esteemed senior chief of the area, has urgently called for immediate intervention to prevent further fatalities and mitigate the impact of […]
Temba Bavuma, the captain of the South African cricket team in Tests and ODI (One Day International) cricket, has started preparation as South Africa qualified for the World Cup 2023 on Tuesday. ODI and Test captain Temba Bavuma started focusing on their preparations for the World Cup 2023 in India. Temba Bavuma said in an […]
On Monday, a large group of demonstrators stormed the appeal court in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, to voice their displeasure with the election results. However, they were prevented from entering the court by security personnel who were present at the scene. Orngu Angwu, the head of the demonstration, is quoted as saying, “We are here […]
Kenyan police clashed violently with protesters against the government in Nairobi, the country’s capital, on Tuesday during a new wave of rallies that the opposition leader had called for. In order to hand in a petition, Members of Parliament from the opposition group went to the Speaker’s office in the central business area. To disperse […]
Pathologists in Kenya have reportedly begun examinations on more than one hundred victims that are tied to a religious cult. According to officials, the leader of the cult allegedly encouraged his followers to starve themselves to death in order to be the first people to enter paradise.One hundred nine members of the Good News International […]
According to a new report that was issued by the Nigerian Ministry of Defense on Wednesday, the Nigerian government recently made an announcement stating that it will take the first step towards the formation of a new state of the nation’s military in the coming years. Babakura Kolo, the head of one of the local […]
On Thursday, April 27, Mali and its neighbor Algeria expressed their desire to resurrect a peace accord that was reached in 2015 between the government of Bamako and northern Malian rebels. This deal is more precarious than it has ever been, which raises concerns about a return to violent conflict. Mali and Algeria announced their […]
Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises have asked six top English international players to quit international cricket and take up multi-million-pound annual contracts to play T20 leagues around the year, according to a report by Times London. Owners of top IPL franchises asked top English cricketers to quit international cricket. These owners will reportedly pay up […]
During the fighting on Tuesday, which shattered a fresh three-day truce arranged by the United States and Saudi Arabia, Sudanese and foreigners alike fled the capital city of Khartoum and other war zones in large numbers. Since the fighting between forces loyal to the country’s top two generals began on April 15, millions of Sudanese […]
Davido, also known as David Adedeji Adeleke, performed in Lagos, a city in Nigeria, on April 23, at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS). It was Davido’s first home performance of the album songs dubbed ‘A Timeless Night’ in Nigeria at the 50,000-capacity venue. Before the performance, Davido visited the Lagos State Commissioner of Police to ensure […]
After fighting that has resulted in the deaths of around 200 people, the foreign ministers of the G7 nations met on Tuesday to issue a call for an “immediate end to hostilities” and a return to discussions in Sudan. An ongoing power struggle between the forces of Sudanese army leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his […]
Amid political turmoil and unrest, Sudan’s Rapid Support Force (RSF) has emerged as a beacon of hope for democracy. Despite its controversial past, RSF has made significant strides in promoting democratic values and upholding human rights. Explore how RSF has become a driving force for change in Sudan during difficult times. Here we will talk […]