Note: this article was originally published in February, 2023 Against the backdrop of immense frustration over Naira note scarcity, fuel scarcity, inflation and several other hardships plaguing the world’s most populous black nation, Nigeria is set to conduct its presidential election on Saturday, 25th February, 2023. For several Nigerian
Note: article was originally published on October 13, 2022 The release of excess water from Lagdo Dam in the Republic of Cameroon has once again caused devastating floods for inhabitants of its neighbouring country, Nigeria. The dam overflow coupled with the torrential rainfalls Nigeria is currently experiencing have left a
Note: Article was originally published on May 14, 2022 Fed up, brazenly angry, indifferent, frustrated, confounded. All these, and more, describe the feelings of Nigerian students in light of the 3-month extension of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strike. ASUU first declared a warning strike of four weeks
Note: article was originally published on April 30,2022 Nigeria’s Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, made history on April 28, 2022 as he became the first African musician to headline a sold out concert at New York’s Madison Square Garden (MSG). The African Giant proved
Note: Article was originally published on May 30,2022 A week ago, Twitter user “@amorgxn” took to Twitter to share her horrifying experience using Always sanitary pads. According to her, the pad caused a rash that eventually landed her in the hospital, where she was treated for necrotising fasciitis and
In a compelling address at the Commonwealth Speakers Conference (CSPOC24) on January 4, 2024, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni passionately called upon Africa to liberate itself from the lingering shadows of colonial policies hindering the continent's progress. The event, hosted by the Parliament of Uganda and convened by Speaker
In a significant move towards strengthening international relations, Russia has officially reopened its embassy in Burkina Faso after a hiatus of 31 years. This diplomatic reunion marks a pivotal moment in fostering global connections and promoting diplomacy on the African continent. The decision to reopen the embassy comes as part
In a groundbreaking triumph for Zambian football, Racheal Kundananji has etched her name in history by securing the prestigious GOAL50 Women's Player of the Year title. Hailing from Zambia, Kundananji's stellar performance has not only broken barriers but has also firmly established her as an unstoppable
In an unparalleled display of culinary prowess, Mama D from Uganda has etched her name in the annals of gastronomic history by shattering records with a sizzling 144-hour cooking marathon. The queen of the kitchen has taken the culinary world by storm, leaving aficionados and food enthusiasts in awe of
In a significant move on the international stage, South Africa has submitted all required documentation to the International Criminal Court (ICC), signaling its intent to bring war crime charges against Israel for its actions in Gaza. The announcement has ignited a wave of reactions and discussions, underscoring the complexity of
Headline: Researchers Initiate Testing of Non-Hormonal Male Birth Control Pill in Promising Step for Contraceptive Care
Kenya and the European Union on Monday signed a long-negotiated trade agreement to increase the flow of goods between the two markets, as Brussels pursues stronger economic ties with Africa. The Economic Partnership Agreement will give Kenya duty-free and quota-free access to the EU, its biggest export market, while European
Netflix, the second-largest streaming platform in Africa, has unveiled its inaugural biannual report, detailing the most-watched content on the platform worldwide between January and June 2023. This comprehensive report covers over 18,000 titles streamed for a staggering total of more than 100 billion hours. The top position for Africa
Rwanda's government has made a significant adjustment in its regulations for bars, nightclubs, and entertainment venues, lifting stringent operating restrictions just in time for the festive season. Initially put in place in September to address concerns about noise disturbance, these limitations on "non-essential services" were met
Chad, situated in the Sahel, is amidst a constitutional referendum and is governed by a military junta, historically a key ally of the West in the fight against jihadist groups. The country played a pivotal role in the G5 Sahel, formed in 2014 to combat extremism. However, the group faces
The Estonian tech ecosystem was not built in one day. According to the East European nation’s ambassador-at-large for Africa, Daniel Schaer, Estonia, which achieved independence in 1991 from the Soviet Union, was just like any country across the globe that has freed itself from colonisers. It was poor but
