Thousands of North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), civilians are fleeing their residences after multiple horrifying attacks committed by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF). The United Nations has characterised the massacre as being “truly horrific”. With the level of violence escalating, it evidences a deteriorating humanitarian and security situation in one of Africa’s most […]
South Africans needing smart ID cards have extra breathing room this January. The Department of Home Affairs has extended office issuing hours, and the move runs through Jan 16. The update covers Smart ID and passport work at participating offices, with longer afternoon service meant to ease queues after the holiday rush. It is a […]
Netflix has made a decision that won’t be acquired from 1 November 2023 onwards for the free subscription that Kenyan gets. This change affects those customers who only used Netflix for free because it was a no-cost option among several alternatives for them now to access Netflix movies and TV shows all must sign in […]
Declared a major budget cut of 177 billion shillings to close the budgetary gap resulting from the withdrawal of a controversial finance bill, Kenyan President William Ruto The ruling follows bloody demonstrations spurred by proposed tax increases that claimed 39 people died. As peaceful protests over the tax rises grew violent and police started shooting […]
Recently ended in Brussels, the sixth EU-UAE Structural Dialogue on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) This high-level conference underlined the continuous dedication and cooperation between the European Union and the United Arab Emirates in the fight against worldwide financial crimes and improvement of world cooperation. Both sides of the conversation covered […]
Advances in technology have changed the way public services are delivered. Many services are now available online. National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) regulates national identity matters in Nigeria. Anyone who has recently applied for their national identity card should use the NIMC’s identity tracking portal to check whether it is ready. How to check my […]
On Wednesday, Kenyan police officials were seen walking Port-au-Prince’s streets wearing body armor and automatic firearms. Reacting to a call for help to fight the growing gang violence engulfing Haiti, this organization marks the first U.N.-supported foreign police force in the country. Arriving in June, the Kenyan officials were stationed close to the international airport […]
Following his Saturday national poll victory, Mauritania’s President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani has confirmed his re-election for a second term. He won the first round with a substantial lead and 56.1% of the votes. Anti-slavery campaigner Biram Dah Abeid, his major rival, got 22.1% of the vote and has challenged the outcome, claiming fraud. With a […]
Following the historical loss of the African National Congress (ANC) in the most recent national election, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed a new cabinet on Sunday night in a major political change. Following weeks of protracted discussions, the ANC, the former ruling party, along with nine other parties, have created a coalition government for […]
In the Karoo semi-desert region lies a unique and self-sufficient enclave called Orania. Created in 1991, this small town has seen its population grow almost tenfold and now has around 2,500 residents, all of whom are white Afrikaners. The town’s founding principles prioritize the preservation of Afrikaner culture and the provision of a safe and […]
Following lethal demonstrations sparked by a controversial finance bill that caused great upheaval and grief throughout Kenya, the country is currently grappling with significant discontent. Unprecedented demonstrations leading to a terrible loss of life followed President William Ruto‘s decision not to sign the measure into law. Rising anxiety and protests Already weighed down by financial […]
With the ten political parties that make up a Government of National Unity (GNU), South Africa has started a new chapter in a major political development. With its loss of a parliamentary majority in the most recent elections, this coalition indicates a break from the conventional dominance of the African National Congress (ANC). Leading the […]
Particularly with the Fourth Republic’s arrival in 1999, Nigeria’s political scene has seen notable change. The dynamic political climate and the regulatory system controlling party registration have reflected the considerable fluctuations in the number of political parties. Three main political parties—the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), the All People’s Party (APP), and the Alliance for Democracy […]
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has donated US$8 million to the World Health Organisation (WHO) in a major cooperation meant to solve the humanitarian crisis in Sudan. Signed at the WHO headquarters in Geneva, this agreement will finance important health projects in Sudan in an effort to improve the terrible situation its people live in. […]
Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) 2024 results will not be released by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (Jamb). Registrar of the Jamb, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, gave the information at a conference in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, on Monday. Scheduled to begin on Friday 19 April and end on Monday 29 April 2024, the exam will […]
Wednesday, the International Criminal Court (ICC) found an al-Qaida-linked extremist leader of war crimes and crimes against humanity in Mali guilty. Al Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz Ag Mahmoud, the extreme, was especially found guilty for mistreating detainees while acting as the de facto head of the Islamic police in the ancient desert city of Timbuktu. […]
Indeed, Leonard Mambo Mbotela is still alive and has great resonance inside the Kenyan media scene. Mbotela, who was born in 1940 in Freretown, Mombasa, has spent more than five decades in journalism, rising to be a household name and legendary person in the business. Early 1960s saw his remarkable career start when he joined […]
The ministry of foreign affairs of the United Arab Emirates revealed that the country has successfully helped Russia and Ukraine exchange 180 war captives. This is the fifth time the UAE has mediated an exchange this year using its strong diplomatic relationships with other countries t o act as a trusted mediator. The ministry also […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared an indefinite statewide strike that will begin on Monday, June 3, 2024, in protest to the Federal Government’s refusal to increase the suggested minimum pay above N60,000. The labor unions submitted a new proposal of N494,000 because they considered the government’s final offer of N60,000—which had increased from […]
Following the vote on a controversial finance measure, violence broke out all over Kenya causing notable casualties and property damage. While President William Ruto visited the country pledging to make use of all available resources to prevent future events of this like, Defense Minister Aden Duale sent the military into action due to the chaos. […]