THE death toll in the major wildfires that have been ravaging the Los Angeles area rose to 25 on Tuesday, as police highlighted three “noteworthy” arrests of arson suspects. Seventeen of the fatalities are related to the Eaton Fire…
MORE than 100 illegal miners have perished after being trapped for months in an abandoned gold mine in South Africa’s North West province, according to a community rights group. The Mining Affected Communities United in Action (MACUA) confirmed the deaths…
GLOBAL payment giant Mastercard has announced the launch of a new office in Accra, Ghana, reinforcing its commitment to expanding digital payments and fostering financial inclusion across West Africa. This strategic move positions Ghana as a key hub for Mastercard’s…
IN today’s rapidly evolving global economy, prioritising Africa’s productivity and sustainable growth is crucial for driving economic transformation, fostering innovation, and enhancing social well-being. A holistic approach that integrates efficiency, sustainability, and adaptability can position African nations for long-term success.…
AT Benin’s annual Voodoo Festival, held in the historic coastal town of Ouidah, visitors experience a powerful display of Vodun spirituality, a faith with deep roots in West Africa. As part of the festival, Modeste Zinsou, manager of Benin’s Python…
RENOWNED Ghanaian musician Teddy Osei, best known as the co-founder of the Afrorock band Osibisa, has passed away at the age of 88. His death occurred on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, in London, according to the President of the Musicians…
NIGERIANS on social media are expressing grief and outrage over the shocking murder of Salome Adaidu, a 24-year-old member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), allegedly beheaded by Timileyin Ajayi, a gospel singer, in Nasarawa state. Ajayi was arrested…
CANADIAN mining giant Barrick Gold is on the brink of suspending its mining operations in Mali after the government seized three metric tons of gold from its Loulo-Gounkoto complex, Reuters reported. The gold, valued at approximately $245 million, was transported by helicopter…
BURKINA Faso’s leader, Captain Ibrahim Traore, has accused France of adopting a new strategy to maintain its military presence in Africa, despite widespread expulsions of French troops by several nations. Speaking at a ceremony in Ouagadougou on Monday, Traore alleged…
HAMAS, the Palestinian militant organisation, has reportedly accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages. The US, Egypt, and Qatar have been engaged in talks for the past year to bring an end…
