Africa

Father denies murdering son after marrying son’s ex-wife

KENYA | Prominent Nyeri businessman, Stephen Wang’ondu, on Tuesday denied charges of murdering his son, Daniel Mwangi, in Nyeri on January 1. He, along with four alleged accomplices, James Mahinda, Eddy Kariuki, Raphael Wachira, and Geoffrey Warutumo, all pleaded not guilty to

April 16, 2024

Nollywood actor John Okafor popularly known as Mr Ibu PHOTO COURTESY

Arts & Lifestyle·Nigeria

Mr Ibu To Be Buried Three Months After His Death

The burial arrangements for the late Nollywood actor, John Okafor, fondly known as Mr Ibu, have been announced by his family, setting the stage for a grand send-off weeks after his passing. The burial ceremony is slated to commence on Tuesday, June

April 16, 2024

Africa·Breaking News·Zimbabwe

Zanu PF Spokesperson Alleges Illicit Removal of Zimbabwe’s Gold Reserves

Harare- In a startling disclosure, Zanu PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa has asserted that Zimbabwe’s gold reserves were clandestinely relocated from the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) during the era of the late President Robert Mugabe. click here to watch Chris Mutsvangwa video

April 16, 2024

Malawian Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Mr. Mayiwayo Polepole, commended President Mnangagwa administration for its decision to grant citizenship to individuals of Malawian origin whose nationality had long been uncertain.

Malawi·Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe Grants Citizenship to Malawian Descendants

The Malawian Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Mr. Mayiwayo Polepole, commended President Mnangagwa’s administration for its decision to grant citizenship to Malawian descendants origin whose nationality had long been uncertain. Ambassador Polepole expressed gratitude for President Mnangagwa’s leadership, emphasizing the close bilateral ties between

April 4, 2024

Africa·Environment

Zimbabwe Declares Emergency Amid El Nino Drought

Zimbabwe has aligned with Zambia and Malawi in announcing a state of disaster in response to a crippling drought that is engulfing much of southern Africa. President Emmerson Mnangagwa declared the emergency during a speech on Wednesday, urging for two billion dollars

April 4, 2024

The 63 year old Gborbu Wulomo with his 12 year old wife

Africa

Social Outrage as Priest, 63, Marries 12-Year-Old Girl in Ghana

In a ceremony that has ignited widespread outrage and condemnation, a 63-year-old priest in Ghana, Nuumo Borketey Laweh Tsuru, married a 12-year-old girl, sparking a firestorm on social media. Videos and photos of the traditional marriage, featuring influential community figures, went viral,

April 1, 2024

More than 20000 Zimbabweans were issued health and care work visas in 2023 the highest number of any nationality after India and Nigeria but many say they will no longer move to Britain

Africa·United Kingdom·Zimbabwe

New UK Visa Regulations Impact Zimbabwean Care Worker Migration Plans

New UK visa rules are dissuading Zimbabwean migrants, potentially exacerbating Britain’s shortage of the care worker. Migrants who were prepared to relocate to the UK for roles in the care sector are now reconsidering their plans due to new visa regulations preventing

March 31, 2024

Xia Hesheng, president of Huawei Digital Power Sub-Saharan Africa Region addresses delegates at the Huawei FusionSolar Forum Partner Summit 2024 held in Johannesburg, South Africa

Africa·Technology

Huawei Vows to Spearhead Solar Revolution in Partnership with Industry Allies

Huawei Digital Power, in its latest move to champion solar energy, convened the Huawei FusionSolar Forum & Partner Summit 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Under the theme “Open a New Era of Solar,” the summit witnessed a pledge to collaborate closely with

March 26, 2024

Africa

Paradigm Initiative Celebrates Resolution 580 on Maintaining Internet Access During Elections in Africa

In a landmark move towards reinforcing digital freedoms, the Paradigm Initiative (PIN) has embraced the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights’ (ACHPR) recent adoption of Resolution 580. This critical resolution urges African countries to avoid internet shutdowns during election periods, spotlighting

March 26, 2024

Africa

Senegal Embraces Democratic Victory: Bassirou Diomaye Faye Triumphs in Presidential Election

Senegal opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye was set to be declared the country’s next president after his rival from the ruling coalition called him on Monday to concede defeat. Results trickling in since polls closed on Sunday evening in the first round

March 25, 2024

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