RWANDA’S President Paul Kagame was sworn in on Sunday for his fourth term, following a resounding victory in last month’s election where he secured more than 99 percent of the vote. The inauguration took place at a packed 45,000-seat stadium…
MIA le Roux has made history as the first deaf woman to be crowned Miss South Africa, following a highly contentious competition that witnessed the withdrawal of a finalist due to social media backlash over her Nigerian heritage. In her…
A MILITARY court in Sierra Leone has sentenced 24 soldiers to lengthy prison terms for their involvement in a failed coup attempt aimed at overthrowing the government of President Julius Maada Bio last November. The sentences, ranging from 50…
LAWYERS representing the families of victims in the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines crash are seeking compensation of up to $58bn, significantly challenging Boeing’s recent settlement with a US agency. The demand, reported on Friday, far exceeds an initial request of…
IN the pursuit of success, there are times when the path ahead feels overwhelming, with obstacles appearing insurmountable. It is during these challenging moments that the power of perseverance becomes evident. Perseverance, defined as the ability to persist and push…
TEMA, often called the ‘Harbour City,’ is a bustling and dynamic city in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Despite its relatively small size, Tema is known for its peaceful environment, thriving business sector, and vibrant entertainment scene. This article…
NO fewer than 100 people have been killed after an Israeli attack on a school in Gaza housing displaced persons. The school, which is located in Gaza City’s Daraj neighbourhood, was said to have been bombed during morning prayers on…
THE United Kingdom has witnessed a dramatic 35 per cent drop in visa applications over the past year, following the introduction of stricter immigration policies aimed at reducing the country’s intake of foreign nationals. According to official figures released…
Management of Dangote Petroleum Refinery has urged the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), to enforce the domestic crude supply obligation as specified in the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), insisting that refineries in Nigeria should be allowed to buy crude…
Somalia’s cabinet has approved two crucial bills on Thursday aimed at transitioning the country from its long-standing indirect election system to direct one-man, one-vote polls, scheduled for 2026. This legislative move marks a significant step towards political stability in…
