Uganda is set to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) alongside Kenya and Tanzania, making it the first time in history that three countries have hosted the showpiece. According to Rogers Byamukama, there is a minimum guarantee of nine sold-out home games. It would be unprecedented as a single host can only guarantee […]
Ethiopia’s Port Access Demands Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed restated the country’s need for access to ports without intentions of invading neighboring states. Abiy stressed Ethiopia’s reliance on the Red Sea for trade, highlighting the significance of port access for a landlocked nation. Peaceful Communication Amid Concerns Abiy’s earlier comments on Red Sea access sparked […]
The platinum miners in Zimbabwe, a landlocked country in southern Africa, have urged the government to delay its planned 5% export tax on concentrates until 2025. According to a proposal submitted by the Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe to the finance ministry of the country, leading Zimbabwe platinum miners have asked the government to delay […]
Election Turmoil in Nigeria Amid accusations of fraud and violence, Nigeria’s ruling party clinched wins in two out of three states during the recent gubernatorial elections. These polls, known for their contentious nature due to the expansive powers of governors, witnessed fatalities and disputes. Violence and Incidents During Elections Despite a sizable security presence, unrest […]
UK Government at Crossroads: Supreme Court Decision Looms The UK government faces a pivotal moment as the Supreme Court prepares to rule on the legality of deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda. Regardless of the judgment, significant repercussions are anticipated for immigration policies and the political trajectory of Rishi Sunak’s leadership. Government Victory: Policy Implementation Challenges […]
Burna Boy – a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer – is one of the most famous artists in the African continent. His talent has helped him to earn several historic moments. Now, the Nigerian singer has set another massive record. He has earned four nominations for the 2024 Grammy awards. Previously, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu […]
Sudan’s Unfolding Crisis: A Warning from the UN In the midst of a relentless seven-month conflict between Sudan’s army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a senior UN official issued a dire warning. Clementine Nkweta-Salami, the UN humanitarian coordinator for Sudan, grimly describes the situation as “verging on pure evil,” with reports of sexual violence, […]
Africa’s geothermal power capacity is set to more than double in the next 7 years, according to Rystad Energy, with the consulting firm expecting the figure to reach 13 GW by 2050, up from just about 1 GW today. It appears Africa’s geothermal industry is set to overtake Europe’s. Generating electricity from geothermal resources involves […]
Google, an American multinational technology company, introduced its Search Generative Experience (SGE) as an opt-in experiment in Search Labs in Africa on 9 November, 2023. Google’s AI-powered experience is available in various countries in Africa. Search Generative Experience (SGE) aims to redefine the capabilities of a search engine and how social media users interact with […]
Ethiopia-Oromo Talks: An Effort for Resolution In an attempt to quell the five-year rebellion in Oromia, the Ethiopian government and the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) are currently in discussions in Tanzania. The OLA, labelled a “terrorist organisation” by Addis Ababa, split from the historic Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) in 2018, initiating prolonged conflict. Optimism Amidst […]
Mohamed Salah released a statement on October 18 in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict. He is one of many athletes with a high-profile social media account to comment on the violence, that has been raging on for more than a month, killing thousands on both sides. The Liverpool and Egypt forward called for “world leaders […]
John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, had been suffering because of a serious health crisis. The famous Nollywood actor and comedian needed urgent financial assistance to support his medical treatment. News about his illness was first reported in October. Since then, fans had been praying for the Nigerian actor. He had already undergone several […]
A Tragic Night in Egbekaw In the heart of the night, a horrifying attack unfolded in the village of Egbekaw, situated in the south-west region of western Cameroon. Around twenty people, including women and children, lost their lives as a result of the attack by English-speaking separatists. The incident serves as a grim reminder of […]
In April, Smart Africa held its Transform Africa Summit in Zimbabwe. Attended by 5 heads of state and ministers from 44 countries alongside 4,000 delegates from 91 countries, the event also saw the consummation of multiple deals significant for Africa’s digital future. Smart Africa is a bold and innovative commitment from African heads of state […]
Australia is set to face South Africa in the second semi-final match in the World Cup 2023. Australia is the third team after India and South Africa to qualify for the semifinal match of the ongoing ICC Men’s ODI World Cup. On Tuesday, Australia registered a three-wicket win over Afghanistan at the Wankhede Stadium in […]
Rising Tensions in Kidal In a harrowing turn of events, the city of Kidal in Mali recently witnessed a tragic incident. A series of airstrikes, attributed to the Malian army, resulted in the deaths of several civilians, including innocent children. The airstrikes have added fuel to the already escalating tensions in the region, marking a […]
UN Peacekeepers Targeted: Multiple Incidents in Mali In a series of troubling incidents, United Nations (UN) peacekeepers in northern Mali have faced heightened dangers as they make their way out of the country due to deteriorating security conditions. The most recent attack occurred when a UN convoy was hit by two improvised explosive devices (IEDs), […]
Global Citizen, the advocacy organisation known for staging charity concerts around the world, and Los Angeles-based pgLang, founded by Dave Free and Kendrick Lamar – who recently collaborated with Taylor Swift, have announced Move Afrika, a new touring circuit in Africa. The initiative is a long-term, large-scale effort to showcase the best of African music […]
Impala Platinum Holdings Limited, a South African holding company that owns several companies, has started offering voluntary job cuts to its workers at some of the world’s deepest platinum mining shafts in the country. Impala Platinum started the process of job cuts at its head office last month. The company was also offering exit packages […]
The Soweto Marathon just wrapped up the world of running, and it was quite a day! This year marked the 28th time the marathon has been run, and the local runners really shone, putting South Africa back in the spotlight. In the men’s race, Ntsindiso Mphakathi made his hometown proud by being the first local […]