Wrestling Dreams Take Shape in the Mud: Uganda's Youth Aim for the Big Leagues
Having been a wrestling fan since his childhood, Bumba later became a video jockey, translating WWE matches into Luganda for local fans.
People & Demographics
Population, migration, and the social forces reshaping the continent.
South African Acapella Group, The Joy, Celebrated for Performance with Doja Cat at Coachella
Their Sunday night performance featured a striking mashup of Doja Cat’s single "Shutcho," sung in Zulu with a "gorgeous" five-part harmony, as described by Billboard.
Prestigious Cannes Competition; Egyptian Film Earns a Pickup
Directed by the Egyptian duo Nada Riyadh and Ayman El Amir, the documentary was filmed over a span of four years, capturing the personal and collective journey of these young women.
Flood Crisis Worsen in Entebbe After Heavy Rains; Travellers Warned to Proceed with Caution
Following heavy rains on Monday morning, which persisted for approximately four hours, the situation has intensified with significant flooding and disruptions to traffic, exacerbating the ongoing challenges in the region.
Fatal Floods Claim 60 Lives in Tanzania
The coastal regions of the East African nation have borne the brunt of this natural disaster, with extensive damage inflicted on thousands of agricultural lands.
Breaking Stereotypes: Lamine Fall's Culinary Journey in Senegal
Cooking in Senegal, much like in many other places, is often seen as a woman's domain. However, Fall's journey began with a deep-rooted love for food and an eagerness to bring joy to people through his culinary skills
Ethiopia Initiates Repatriation of Migrants from Saudi Arabia Amid Harsh Conditions
The Ethiopian government has described their conditions as "difficult," prompting this large-scale repatriation effort.
Escalating School Robberies in Nelson Mandela Bay Prompt Major Security Overhaul
The most affected areas include KwaZakhele, Zwide, and Motherwell in Gqeberha, which have been designated as crime "hotspots" by the provincial government.
10 Years After Chibok: Nigerian Families Grapple with the Trauma of Continued School Kidnappings
Ten years have passed since the infamous Chibok abduction, where 276 schoolgirls were taken, marking the onset of a new era of fear in Nigeria—nearly 100 of those girls remain missing.
Zambia Uncovers 'Sophisticated' Chinese Cybercrime Syndicate in Major Raid
The operation targeted Golden Top Support Services, a Chinese-run company suspected of orchestrating extensive online fraud schemes.
Tragic Shipwreck Off Djibouti Claims 38 Migrants, With More Missing
The IOM reported that 22 individuals were rescued in the aftermath of the tragedy, while rescue operations continued for an additional six migrants believed to have been on board.
Dozens Rescued in Northern Kenya After Floodwaters Sweep Bus off Bridge
Authorities are now searching for the bus driver, who allegedly disregarded passengers' concerns about the rising water levels and proceeded to cross the bridge.
Federal Government of Nigeria Announces Additional Public Holiday for Eid-el-Fitr
This additional day extends the previously scheduled holidays for Tuesday and Wednesday, April 9 and 10, aimed at allowing the Muslim community to mark the festive occasion.
Ugandan Music Band Arrested for Criticizing President’s Speech
The musicians are currently being held at the Kampala Central Police Station and face charges of insulting the president, as evidenced by court documents available to the press.
Global Muslim Community Gears Up for Eid al-Fitr as Ramadan Ends
This year, Ramadan is set to last for 30 days, with Eid likely to begin on Wednesday, April 10 in Saudi Arabia and several neighboring nations.
Tragic Elephant Encounter in Zambia Results in American Tourist's Death
According to Wilderness CEO Keith Vincent, the vehicle, which was carrying six guests and a guide, was taken by surprise by the elephant during a wildlife viewing drive.