UK Civil Servants' Union Challenges Rwanda Asylum Plan Legality
The union is seeking a High Court ruling on whether directing civil servants to organize flights for asylum seeker removal could place them in a legally precarious situation.
People & Demographics
Population, migration, and the social forces reshaping the continent.
UK Initiates Voluntary Return of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda with One Set to be Flown
The voluntary removals scheme, introduced last month, offers up to £3,000 to migrants whose asylum applications have been rejected, encouraging them to relocate to Rwanda.
Social Media Erupts as Nigerian Music Giants Engage in Public Spat
The conflict began late Monday when Wizkid, responding to fans clamoring for new music, posted a provocative video of a man fervently begging for a favor.
Rescued Lions from Montenegro and Ukraine Find New Home in South Africa
Both lions were born in 2021 and had been privately owned under circumstances that led to their unfortunate conditions.
Kenya Airways Suspends Flights to Kinshasa Amid Employee Detention Controversy
The issue began on April 19, when two employees of Kenya Airways were detained by the Military Detection of Anti-Homeland Activities (DEMIAP) on allegations related to "missing customs documentation on valuable cargo," according to the airline.
Discover the Magic of Sälen: Your Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Winter Getaway
Whether you're a thrill-seeker looking to carve down snow-covered slopes or someone seeking the solace of a serene winter escape, this guide will help you plan your perfect holiday.
Fez Echoes with the Sounds of Tariqa Raissouniya at the Moroccan Sufi Culture Festival
Originating from Chefchaouen, a picturesque city nestled in Morocco's Rif mountains, Tariqa Raissouniya enriches the festival with a profound spiritual performance.
Ayra Starr to Open for Chris Brown on US Tour, Prepared for Criticism
"I'm prepared, I'm ready... I won't respond, I'll let people do their thing and I'm just going to work," she stated.
Rwanda Prepares to Receive UK Migrants Under Controversial Deportation Plan
A refurbished facility, Hope Hostel in Kagugu, an upscale neighborhood of Kigali known for its expatriate community and international schools, has been prepared to house the incoming migrants.
TP Mazembe Gears Up to Challenge Al Ahly in CAF Champions League Semi-final in Cairo
The match is anticipated to be a pivotal encounter, with Al Ahly holding the home advantage and an unbeaten streak in 19 CAF Champions League matches.
Coinplay: the new online and live bitcoin casino
The new online and live bitcoin casino at Coinplay works by allowing players to bet on the outcome of live casino games with cryptocurrency.
Namibia Angered by Tourists Posing Naked in Dune Safari
Local media and visitors expressed shock at the photographs and a video that surfaced online, showing the tourists stark naked beside the iconic dune, with their clothes lying nearby.
Over 100 Prisoners Escape from Nigerian Jail Near Capital After Rain Damage
Authorities reported that 118 inmates managed to flee the colonial-era facility, although 10 have been successfully recaptured as of now.
Extreme Flooding Overwhelms Nairobi, Authorities Struggle to Manage Crisis
The senator sounded the alarm on the social media platform X, posting footage that shows a neighbourhood completely inundated by muddy floodwaters, with residents visibly trapped on rooftops.
We Are Ready: Rwanda Welcomes UK Parliament Approval of Migrant Deportation Bill
Rwandan government spokesperson Alaine Mukuralinda affirmed on Tuesday that Rwanda is prepared to begin receiving migrants as stipulated in the partnership with the UK.
UK Parliament Approves Sunak's Controversial Plan to Deport Migrants to Rwanda
Sunak's proposal, aimed at curbing the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats, promises that deportation flights to Rwanda will begin in July.