A formal complaint consisting of 170 pages has been submitted against the President of Senegal, Macky Sall. His primary opponent, Ousmane Sonko, has submitted a criminal complaint in France alleging that the defendant committed “crimes against humanity” between the months of March 2021 and June 2023. During a news conference on Thursday (June 22), Sonko’s […]
On Thursday, a group of protestors stormed the parliament in Ghana, demanding that sanitary pad taxes be removed. Protesters said that the government of Ghana should remove the 20% import tax and 12.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) on sanitary pads. Import tax and VAT have made sanitary pads expensive in the country. According to the […]
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon, an event of marathon running, is scheduled to take place on October 8, 2023. The reigning champion, Ruth Chepngetich, is determined to defend her title and achieve her third consecutive victory in Chicago. Ruth Chepngetich, from Kenya, delivered a remarkable performance in the previous year’s marathon, finishing with a […]
Bidemi Kosoko, who is famous for her work in Nigeria’s Nollywood industry, has cried out on social media over a robbery incident at her house. Popular Yoruba Nollywood actress took to social media to share about an incident in which she was robbed by her maid. She wrote on Instagram that she was robbed by […]
The Malian basketball federation (FMBB) has faced heavy penalties from FIBA, the international governing body for basketball, following revelations of sexual abuse of minors within the federation. The sanctions were announced on June 21, 2023. The former coach of Mali’s U19 national team, Amadou Bamba, has been banned for life from holding any position or […]
On the evening before the so-called summit for a New Global financial Pact, French President Emmanuel Macron met with his colleague from Chad, Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, for a discussion. This meeting took place on Wednesday, June 21. Restructuring debt and reducing poverty through the realignment of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals for 2030 […]
Muhammad Shehu, the chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation, and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), an agency of Nigeria, has said that the salaries of elected Nigerian politicians, judges, and public office holders will be increased by 114 per cent. Muhammad Shehu presented the reports of the reviewed salaries package to Nasir Idris, governor of Kebbi, a […]
On Tuesday, June 20, Sierra Leone’s incumbent president, who is seeking re-election, held his last rally in the nation’s capital, Freetown’s Lumley Beach. A demonstration for Julius Maada Bio was the last one to take place in the nation’s capital before voting began on Saturday, June 24. Additionally, voters will choose the members of the […]
In a thrilling match during the CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers (AFCON), Burundi emerged victorious over Namibia, securing their place in the final against Cameroon. The match, which took place on Matchday 5 in Group C, ended with a 3-2 scoreline in favor of Burundi. The game started with an early goal from Burundi’s […]
Habeeb Olalomi Oyegbile, popularly known as Portable, has been making headlines in Nigeria because of his lifestyle and singing talent. Portable, a Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter, has been given the Golden Star Artist of the Year award for his efforts in the singing industry in Nigeria. On Monday, he was given the prestigious award. […]
According to community leaders and local authorities, at least 13 people have been killed in new skirmishes between farming and herding groups in central Nigeria since Friday. Herder and farmer groups in the central state of Plateau, who are contending over the usage of land and resources, have been known to engage in violent combat […]
Airtel Nigeria has officially launched its 5G network, becoming the second provider to offer 5G services in the country. The launch comes six months after Airtel won the auction for the 3.5GHz spectrum license conducted by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The initial rollout will cover four cities: Lagos, Ogun, Abuja, and Rivers. Airtel will […]
Omnia Holdings, a South African-based fertilizer manufacturer, has reported a significant achievement in its annual profit for this year. The company experienced a remarkable 10% increase in its annual profit, showcasing its strong financial performance. This growth can be attributed to various factors that contributed to Omnia’s success. Despite facing challenges in the form of […]
Goodluck Ebele Azikiwe Jonathan, who served as the president of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015, has charged African leaders with the full implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), a free trade area surrounding most of Africa. While attending the second Kenneth Kaunda Memorial Public Lecture on Saturday in Pretoria, South Africa, he […]
On Sunday, June 18, at 6:00 p.m. UTC, polling booths in Bamako, Mali, closed so that election officials could begin tallying the votes. Voting on a new constitution had taken place throughout the day among the populace. The revised draft of the constitution includes a number of significant modifications, the most significant of which are […]
The Saudi Pro League is set to experience a surge in quality and international talent, with several African players making a significant impact in the league. The influx of investment from the Saudi Arabian government has transformed the league into an attractive destination for world football stars. Alongside notable signings such as Cristiano Ronaldo and […]
At least 41 people, including 38 students, one guard, and two members of the local community, have been killed in a deadly attack on Lhubiriha Secondary School in the border town of Mpondwe in Uganda, a country in East Africa. According to police, militants linked to Islamic State reportedly shot those people outside the school. […]
The majority of those who perished when a boat capsized in Nigeria’s north-central region were women and their children, survivors and local authorities told the Associated Press on Thursday as search efforts came to a conclusion. A total of 108 people were reported missing after the incident. According to survivors, the wooden boat was carrying […]
Paris’ largest tech show, Vivatech, has commenced in France for the seventh consecutive year. Over 2,500 exhibitors are set to showcase their latest innovations from June 14th to 17th. The event is aimed at transforming tomorrow’s world. Vivatech has emerged as a significant event for numerous African startups that have attended the event. Ivorian Minister […]
According to an announcement made by the South African presidency on Tuesday, the African leaders who are attempting to help bring an end to the war reached an agreement on Monday to send a mediation mission to Russia and Ukraine in the middle of June. Cyril Ramaphosa, the President of South Africa, mentioned a month […]