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 […]
Emmanuel Macron, French President has arrived in Rwanda to kickstart new chapter of friendly relationship after it was shattered by France’s role in Tutsi genocide in 1994. This is said to be a crucial step to normalize relationship between France and Rwanda by addressing Paris role. Macron is first French president to visit Rwanda since […]
The African Tourism Board’s Patron Dr. Taleb Rifai, its President Alain St.Ange, and the Chairperson Cuthbert Ncubewish the Tourism Community from all the 54 States that make Africa the great Continent, a Happy Africa Day 2021.This day remains significant as it given an opportunity for Africans to remember that on May 25, 1963, 32 African countries signed the Charter of […]
Nigeria’s military says it is probing into reports of the demise of the Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau. Reports say that the Boko Haram leader died after blowing himself up in a bid to avoid capture by a rival terrorist gang. Since past reports claiming Shekau’s death have proved to be false, this news has […]
The Israel-Palestine issue is blazing with conflict, doubt and surveillance. Gaza, which is home to about two million people was bounded by the Mediterranean Sea, Israel and Egypt now have become the hotbed of war as tensions between Gaza and Israel escalated into the worst violence for several years. This had led the UN to […]
The USA is working tirelessly at the international, national and domestic level to prevent the spread of terrorism, nuclear war and violent extremism in Mozambique. Linda Thomas-Greenfield, who is a U.S Ambassador to the UN mentioned that the US is taking measures for the benefit of civil society impacting civilians from terror attacks and conflict […]
This is not the first time that people are losing their lives based on religion. With increasing, terror and fear induced by Islam, with time are spreading its roots in Europe’s Muslim communities and in Germany. Thought leaders and Social activists from around the world have come together to opinion their voices. This issue became […]
As being told by Interior Minister, the Government of Spanish has deployed troops in the Ceuta region to patrol the border with Morocco. This action had to be taken as over a thousand migrants swam into the north African enclave. Without even specifying how many troops will be deployed to the site, this transfer has […]
The African population runs the risk for getting wiped out by June, if the continent doesn’t do something about getting it vaccinated sooner. There have been mixed views over consuming the various brands of COVID19 vaccine that the continent has received under the promising UN’s Covax scheme. But South Africa has made a public pledge […]
France is planning to hold a summit for selected African heads of state to spur economic growth in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. French President Emmanuel Macron is determined to invite all those African nations that are part of la Francophonie. The consortium of the French speaking nations known as the la Francophonie have been […]
Qatari special envoy from the office of the Foreign Minister, Mutlaq bin Majed Al-Qahtani, arrived Saturday in Somalia officially to engage with the country’s political rivals in what could be a turning point in tack for the Gulf country that has been siding with President Mohamed Farmaajo. Al-Qahtani is well known in Doha and Washington […]
25 years of prison time. This is the amount of time Uganda’s former militia leader will have to serve for being conducive to war crimes and many crimes against humanity. The landmark decision by International Criminal Court (ICC) is historical and setting precedent in Uganda. The cult LRA (Lord’s Resistance Army) of Uganda instigated and […]
African countries are reluctant to sign in the Pfizer Indemnity clause that had been readily offered to the company by the UK government some time back. The non-damage clause protects the interests of the company but has put the African inoculation drive into a freeze mode. Under the Human Medicines Regulations of 2012, a new […]
A high level meeting held by the opposition forces to discuss the latest developments in the country and how to keep pace with the political changes in the country. Officials discussed concerns that the rebels could be targeted and how to restore security in Mogadishu, in line with Prime Minister Roble’s order for troops to […]
Qatar is looking at the Republic of Somaliland, despite lack of international recognition, as a key trade and development partner in the Horn of Africa, the Qatari government is planning to open a diplomatic mission in the capital, Hargeisa, and it is thinking to appoint an ambassador to head it. It must be said that […]
According to Allbanadir online, the deputy police chief of HaramadMuminIsseMohamud and his forces defected from the federal government this afternoon. The officer and his troops joined the pro-opposition National Salvation Army, especially those stationed in the Mirinyo area. MuminIsseMohamud took troops and military vehicles, opposition lawmaker Mahad Salad confirmed. Earlier, Somali police officers and their […]
The United States has called on President Farmajo and the House of Representatives to immediately repeal the April 12 extension law. A statement from the State Department said, “The United States acknowledges President Farmajo’s commitment on April 28 to rescind the September 17 agreement and resume talks with state leaders immediately. We call on the […]
The opposition, with the help of the Somali people, the international community and neighboring countries, has succeeded in thwarting Farmajo’s misguided attempt to retain power by extending the term two years. Opposition leaders have stepped up efforts to defeat Farmajo’s dictatorship. The people rose up and revolted. It was opposed by some sections of the […]
Violent protests against Junta began in Chad on Tuesday in the capital N’Djamena as protesters demanded the return of civilian rule after the military took power following the death of longtime leader IdrissDeby last week. At least two people were killed and 27 wounded in Chad on Tuesday as protesters took to the streets demanding […]