In a powerful display of solidarity, thousands of Kenyan women, led by influential figures, have taken to the streets, demanding an end to the alarming surge in violence against women. The impassioned rally follows a series of tragic incidents, including the recent murder of the beloved socialite Scarlet Wahu earlier
In a startling turn of events, six Ghanaians, including three military personnel, have been handed down the ultimate sentence – death by hanging – for their pivotal roles in a coup plot that unfolded three years ago. The verdict, delivered with a stern hand of justice, has sent shockwaves through the nation,
In a heart-wrenching incident last week, the dark underbelly of unregulated gold mining in Mali revealed its deadly consequences, as a mine collapse claimed the lives of more than 70 people. Shockwaves reverberate through the community as the search for survivors intensifies, amid mounting fears that the death toll may
In a historic move today, Uganda officially assumed the chairmanship of the Group of 77 plus China (G77+China) during the ongoing 3rd South Summit at the Speke Resort Convention Center, Munyonyo. President Museveni is set to lead the largest negotiating bloc of developing countries within the United Nations over
In a groundbreaking move at the Davos World Economic Forum, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has unveiled the ambitious "Timbuktoo" initiative, poised to reshape Africa's startup landscape. With a bold vision to mobilize $1 billion, this initiative aims to uplift 100 million livelihoods and catalyze
In the thrilling world of African football, the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) has witnessed historic triumphs and heart-stopping moments. As we look back at the tournament's rich history, one nation stands head and shoulders above the rest – Egypt. With an impressive tally of 7 trophies, Egypt has
In a remarkable display of academic prowess, David Akanmu has emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Student at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), achieving a flawless CGPA of 5.0. His outstanding achievement has not only set a new standard for excellence but has also become a beacon of inspiration
In a monumental victory, South African comedian and "The Daily Show" host, Trevor Noah, has etched his name in history by winning the Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Series. This triumph not only marks a personal achievement for Noah but also a groundbreaking moment for the African and
In a remarkable feat of athletic prowess, Agnes Ngetich has etched her name into the annals of running history, becoming the first woman to conquer the 10km distance in under 29 minutes. Ngetich's extraordinary achievement, breaking both barriers and records, has set the running community abuzz with excitement
In a dazzling display of national pride and cultural celebration, Guinean football players are making headlines at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2024 not just for their prowess on the field, but for their vibrant embrace of their roots through unique outfits that add an extra dose of culture
Note: this article was originally published in June, 2023 Human Rights Watch recently released a report addressing the inadequacy of basic care for the geriatric population in South Africa. According to the report, titled "This Government is Failing Me Too’: South Africa Compounds Legacy of Apartheid for Older People”
Note: this article was originally published in December, 2022 Over 3 years after the dreadful Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 plane crash which claimed all of the 157 lives aboard, a final report on the accident investigation has been released to the public by Ethiopia’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (EAIB)
Africa’s aviation industry has seen immense growth over the years. With increased demand for flight, connectivity within the continent and to the rest of the world, it is only right that there is an equivalent growth in the number of pilots available. Thankfully, there are schools within the continent
Note: this article was originally published in June, 2022 According to a report by Afrik 21, Kenya Airways (KQ) emerged winner in one of 14 categories in SkyTeam’s inaugural edition of The Sustainable Flight Challenge (TSFC) which took place between the 1st to 14th of May. The category KQ
Note: this article was originally published in October, 2022 Just last month, Nigeria announced that it has chosen Ethiopian Airlines (ET), Africa’s leading airline, as the core investor and technical partner for its new national carrier. This confirmation ended months of speculations about the identity of the airline’s
Note: This article was originally published in August, 2022 On August 18, UAE flag carrier Emirates announced its decision to pull out of servicing Nigeria over trapped funds of about $85 million. That same day, IATA revealed via Twitter that as of July, the West African nation was owing $464
