Manhunt for Gang Leader ‘Tiger’ After Escape from South African Custody
South African authorities have launched on January 20 a manhunt for James Neo Tshoaeli, a notorious gangster known as “Tiger,” and are investigating how he […]
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Benin: Ouidah’s Annual Voodoo Festival, Bridging Spiritual Heritage and Modern Curiosity
A wave of color and rhythm sweeps through the ancient town of Ouidah in southern Benin each year during its renowned Voodoo festival, drawing an […]
Botswana faces surge in gender-based violence despite new laws
Despite efforts by Botswana’s authorities to tackle gender-based violence, nearly 100 women were raped and 10 were murdered in December last year, 2024, officials have […]
Peter Odemwingie Aims to Promote Golf in Nigeria and Inspire the Next Generation
Former Super Eagles and LOSC Lille striker, Peter Osaze Odemwingie, is working to make golf a mainstream sport in Nigeria. The 43-year-old, who scored 61 […]
Congo: Teachers and students resume classes at Marien Ngouabi University after strike resolution
After nearly three months of halted activities, teachers and students at Marien Ngouabi University in Brazzaville will return to the classroom on Monday, December 30. […]
Study reveals that 64% of Cape Verdeans are considering emigrating
A recent study by Afrosondagem on the quality of democracy and governance in Cape Verde reveals that 64% of Cape Verdeans are considering emigratin. The […]
Traditional Chief proposes two-year halt on xhosa circumcision practices in South Africa
In South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, a traditional chief has called for a two-year moratorium on traditional circumcision, a vital cultural initiation rite into adulthood […]
Morocco’s King Seeks to Position Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulema as Pioneering Scientific Institution to Safeguard Religion
King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, seeks to establish the Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulema as a leading scientific institution for safeguarding religion […]
Deadly Boat Tragedy Leaves Scores Missing in Northeastern Congo
A catastrophic ferry accident on a northeastern Congolese river has left at least 38 people dead and more than 100 unaccounted for, overshadowing holiday preparations […]
Rwanda’s Kagame announces ambitious bid to host Africa’s first Formula 1 race in 30 years
Rwanda’s president Paul Kagame has officially announced the country’s ambitious bid to host a Formula One Grand Prix, which came while the FIA, F1’s governing […]