At least 25 people have died and 14 are missing after an overloaded boat capsized on a river in Yobe State, Nigeria, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred during an evening crossing when the vessel, reportedly carrying more passengers than its capacity, overturned in strong currents. Local officials fear the death toll may rise further as […]
IShowSpeed Africa tour has gained international publicity through the journey of the US popular YouTuber through the continent presenting its culture, people and power. The IShowSpeed Africa tour has created emotional scenes, viral moments, and emotional attachments to millions of young fans keep track of every move. The tour captures a different aspect of Africa […]
It should come as no surprise that buying a home is a lengthy process because it is one of the most substantial expenditures you will ever make. While it may appear intimidating at first, you won’t be venturing into unknown ground. The path is well-marked, and skilled consultants are available to assist you along the […]
A stampede killed more than 30 people in southern Nigeria on Saturday during a crowded church charity function where food was being distributed. After the disaster in Port Harcourt, in southern Rivers State, when people tried to push their way into the event, shoes and slippers were spread on the ground, according to police and […]
Macky Sall, reiterating the African Union‘s appeal for the removal of Western sanctions against Zimbabwe, which have been in place for over two decades, made the statement. On Friday, he was giving a speech in Malabo, which was taking place during the first African Union humanitarian meeting. At the beginning of this year, the UN […]
On Friday, the leaders of Africa gathered for a summit in Malabo in Equatorial Guinea. The agenda was stream lined – the continent is in dire need of humanitarian aid amid growing crises including food insecurity, violence, challenges due to climate change and a series of military coups that have brought civil unrest and chaos […]
Going to Africa may be a pleasant experience that exposes you to a variety of different people and places from different parts of the world. But unfortunately, few African cities are regarded as very dangerous. As a result, many of these regions suffer from drug and kidnapping crimes, as well as very serious conflicts. Thus […]
There is scare building up against the hoarding of vaccine vials by wealthier nations as monkey pox becomes the next worst nightmare facing nations. Though a mild form of a viral infection, it poses major issues due to outbreak of boil like structures in the outer layer of the skin. Central to African countries and […]
Two days after the Tunisian UGTT trade union said it would not take part in the national discussion proposed by President Saied, the Deputy Secretary-General provided the underlying reasons for the decision. These reasons were given in an explanation. “Sami Tahri made these remarks during a press conference. Tahri said, “We have always warned that […]
According to US military and intelligence officials, the US has been collaborating with Somali forces to constrain al-Shabab, al-Qaeda’s most powerful ally. In exchange for cease-fire fighting, former US President Donald Trump has ordered the withdrawal of about 750 US troops from Somalia by December 2020. Also Read: Top 10 most powerful countries in Africa […]
Zimbabwe has convened an international conference in the hopes of gaining worldwide backing for its campaign to sell its seized ivory stockpile. Officials warn that if the southern African country is not allowed to sell its 130 tons of ivory, valued at $600 million, it will leave the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, […]
Rwanda stated that the military of the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo, also known as Congo, shelled its territory, injuring numerous civilians. Rwanda has demanded that the incident be investigated “immediately.” The Rwandan army said rocket shells fell in the northern Musanze area, which borders Congo, “injuring several civilians and causing property damage.” The bombardment […]
In a massive crackdown operation carried out across the country, the Ethiopian security forces have arrested more than 4500 people, including journalists, activists and others. The operation has been called a “law enforcement operation”. The crackdown comes after speech by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on May 20 in which he stressed on the need to […]
A significant number of people in Senegal have only recently become familiar with Pap Ndiaye, the new Education, Youth, and Sports Minister in France. The academic’s nomination on Friday, which was welcomed by several Dakar locals as a sign of the countries’ proximity, was given by his parents, who are French and Senegalese respectively. Others […]
According to a statement from Villa Somalia on Saturday, Somalia’s new president, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, will officially take office today. The Presidential Handover Committee has chosen Monday, May 23rd as the date for the ceremony. The 10th President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, will be sworn in at the Somali presidency. After winning the country’s […]
Abdoulaye Diop, Mali’s foreign minister, met with Sergei Lavrov, Russia’s foreign minister, in Moscow, shedding light on France’s role in the former colony. According to Sergei Lavrov, France has a “colonial mentality” toward Mali. Lavrov told reporters that France’s “dissatisfaction with the Malian leadership’s decision to seek assistance from external security troops” is “nothing more […]
Egypt is gaining strength, becoming self-sufficient. After starting to grow its own wheat, it has now moved towards a new National strategy for tackling climate change. Keeping a long-term vision in mind, Prime Minister Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouly has said in the media that Egypt indeed is one of the most vulnerable countries to climate […]
According to statements made by the President of Niger, the dissolution of the G5 Sahel, a multinational force that was established to combat Islamist militants, will take place after Mali withdraws from the organization. In an interview that he gave to the French newspaper La Croix, President Mohamed Bayoum made the comments in question. Bazoum […]
The new documentary by The Guardian, titled “The Spiderman of Sudan” is the new symbol of civil resistance that began in October. The ‘man who cannot be named’ says, “Violence and arrests will not deter Sudan’s young activists from resisting the military who stole our revolution.” How the ‘Spidey’ emerged? The security forces of Sudan, […]
