Around 40 million people live with hearing loss in the African Region, but this figure could rise to 54 million by 2030 if urgent action is not taken to tackle the problem, according to a…
Uganda: Bobi Wine declared sole candidate of NUP
Robert Kyagulanyi, a pop star turned potilician who is known by the stage name Bobi Wine, is declared the sole candidate to lift the party flag in the 2021 Presidential race in Uganda. The famous…
South Africa lifts COVID-19 ban on tobacco and…
South Africa lifted its ban on alcohol and cigarette sales on Tuesday as the country eased coronavirus measures to level two. Cigarette, tobacco and alcohol sales were prohibited to prevent people from sharing cigarettes and…
Nigeria is on the verge of bankruptcy
The Federal Government’s retained revenue, which is the authentic income realised earlier than its augments with borrowed and deficit financing resources, is dwindling by using the day. It is dwindling when compared with the expenditure…
Congo marks 60 years of independence
The Republic of Congo has commemorated its 60th anniversary of independence. President Denis Sassou Nguesso on saturday underlined the "progress" made in his country, a former French colony. During a ceremony to mark the anniversary,…
Covid-19 confines African Free Trade Area, for now
The start of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) was postponed due to the coronavirus. Experts agree with that the pandemic ought to assist give the bold free alternate undertaking a boost. Measured via…
Benin Restores Ouidah Slave Fort to Honour African…
Historical Richness Benin, land of the former Kingdom of Dahomey, with its geographical fibres vibrating in cultural riches and history that spans thousands of years. Part of this past touches upon the Transatlantic Slave Trade…
New Strict COVID-19 Regulations in Malawi
Coronavirus Cases on the Rise The Ministry of Justice in Malawi decided to impose strict precautionary measures on Sunday in order to curb the perceived alarming climb in COVID-19 cases in the country - which…
Residents and preservationists protest Cairo ‘City of The…
Residents and preservationists have registered their alarm as demolition continues in the Cairo cemetery complex known as the City Of The Dead. The work's being undertaken as part of a new 17.5 kilometre highway project.…
Boko Haram Terrifies Refugees in Cameroun
A Terrifying Weekend Just under 2000 people poured into Mozongo, panic-stricken and desperately fleeing for their lives from a refugee camp housing 800 internally displaced people in the village of Nguetchewe in Cameroon's far north…
Niger celebrates 60 years of independence
Niger, a former French colony, celebrates its sixtieth independence anniversary on Monday. France mainstains a sure diploma of impact in the country. On navy grounds; Operation Barkhane is nonetheless very a good deal present, although…
Africa Still in the Thick of Pandemic
Cases in Africa Rising COVID-19 still on the rise on the African continent, with a reported 860 000 plus confirmed cases in 55 countries. South Africa lays claim to around half of these accounts. With…
Rwanda’s Kagame officially celebrates becoming a grandparent
Paul Kagame, Rwandan President, took to Twitter to share news of his first grandchild's birth. "It's even more fun the first time! "Tweeted Kagame. Without revealing the newborn's gender, Kagame announced the baby was born…
Mandela biggest influence for young Africans, Obama in…
Former South African President Nelson Mandela’s fight for freedom and human rights makes him the most influential person among Africa’s youth, according to a survey conducted across the continent. Mandela’s legacy is alive seven years…
Public transport commuters in South Africa raise safety…
Using a public means of transport in South Africa in these times of coronavirus is no easy task. In addition to waiting for a ride, commuters are forced to comply with hygiene measures. These measures…
Nigeria coronavirus: 31,323 cases; Atiku rejects WAEC cancellation
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, as at end of June 2020 was Africa’s third most impacted country only behind South Africa and Egypt. As Africa’s biggest economy, the federal government has continued to enforce regulations…
Domestic flights resume in Nigeria amid strict virus…
Nigeria resumed domestic flights on Wednesday, July 8, after a hiatus of three months due to the coronavirus pandemic. Airports in the capital, Abuja, and commercial hub Lagos reopened for operations. A handful of other…
Senegal lifts coronavirus restrictions; land, sea borders still…
Senegal is easing some restrictions that had been imposed to aid curb the spread of the Covid 19 pandemic. In a televised address, president Macky Sall said the country’s state of emergency and curfew which…
South Africa: Covid-19 cases double in KZN schools…
The reported number of Covid-19 cases in KwaZulu-Natal schools increased last week to 187, of which 139 are teachers and 37 are pupils. A week earlier, there was a total of 74 cases in KZN…
