Army Drone Strike Accidentally Hits Nigerian Village, Killing Dozens of Civilians
In a tragic incident, an army drone strike mistakenly targeted a village in northwestern Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of numerous civilians who were celebrating a Muslim festival. The strike occurred on Sunday in Tudun Biri village, located in Kaduna State, and local authorities, the military, and residents confirmed the civilian casualties on Monday. Nigeria’s […]
Chad’s Referendum Campaign Sparks Political Divide Ahead of Constitutional Decision
As Chad’s referendum campaign launched on November 25, the country’s political landscape is becoming increasingly divided, with voters gearing up to decide on a new constitution. Chad’s eight million registered voters will cast their votes on December 17, following a twenty-day campaign period marked by contrasting viewpoints from both sides. While several opposition parties are […]
Resurfacing Works Prompt Temporary Closure of Station Road in Millerston
In a bid to enhance the road infrastructure, Station Road in Millerston is set to undergo resurfacing works, leading to a temporary closure starting at 09:30 am on Sunday, December 10, until 4:30 pm on Friday, December 15. Commuters are advised to plan their journeys accordingly as delays are anticipated during this period. The resurfacing […]
German Court Sentences Gambian Death Squad Member to Life Imprisonment for Crimes Against Humanity
In a historic verdict, a German court has sentenced a member of a Gambian death squad to life imprisonment for crimes against humanity and other charges. The trial marked the first prosecution in Germany for abuses committed under former President Yahya Jammeh’s regime. The individual, known to the media as Bai Lowe but identified as […]
Ugandan Woman, Safina Namukwaya, Becomes Africa’s Oldest New Mother at 70, Gives Birth to Twins
In a remarkable milestone, Safina Namukwaya, a 70-year-old woman from Uganda, has become Africa’s oldest new mother after giving birth to twins. The boy and girl twins were delivered prematurely via cesarean section at 31 weeks and are currently in stable condition, receiving care in incubators. Namukwaya expressed her joy upon learning about her pregnancy […]
Kenyan Government Issues Warning and Evacuation Orders as Floods Claim Over 150 Lives
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has issued a stern warning to residents near Masinga, Kamburu, Kindaruma, Gitaru, and Kiambere Dams along the Tana River in Kenya, urging them to relocate to safer areas due to the escalating risk of floods. The floods have already claimed the lives of over 150 people since last month, and […]
Venezuelan Nonbinding Referendum Supports Territorial Claim on Guyana’s Oil-Rich Region
In a nonbinding referendum held on Sunday, Venezuelan electoral authorities reported that 95 percent of voters approved of the nation’s territorial claim on a significant portion of neighbouring Guyana, a region known for its vast oil reserves. The consultation saw the participation of approximately 10.5 million out of Venezuela’s 20.7 million eligible voters, raising concerns […]
Investigation Launched into Allegations of AI Involvement in President Ramaphosa’s Speech
South African officials have initiated an investigation into claims that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent speech on decolonising education was partly generated with the assistance of AI technology, specifically ChatGPT. The speech, delivered with enthusiasm at a conference in Johannesburg on November 21, has sparked speculation after social media users fed portions of the text into […]
Gender Mobile Initiative Urges President Tinubu to Sign Sexual Harassment Bill into Law
The Gender Mobile Initiative (GMI) has called upon President Bola Tinubu to assent to the Sexual Harassment Prohibition in Tertiary Education Institutions Bill, which is currently awaiting his approval. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja as part of the ’16 Days of Activism’ campaign, the Lead Director of GMI, Omowumi Ogunrotimi, emphasised the urgent […]
Uganda Faces Alarming Surge in HIV/AIDS Infections Ahead of World AIDS Day
As the world prepares to observe World AIDS Day, Uganda is confronting a distressing surge in HIV/AIDS infections, with over 1,000 new cases reported each week, averaging a troubling 158 cases per day, according to the Uganda AIDS Commission. The Uganda Population-Based HIV Impact Assessment conducted a comprehensive evaluation, revealing significant regional variations in HIV […]