Oscar Pistorius: What Comes Next After His Release?
Reuters Former Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius will be released from prison on Friday after he was granted parole nearly 11…
Category: Africa
UN Human Rights Office Calls On Ethiopian Government to Prioritize Victims’ Rights
UN News The UN human rights office has urged the Ethiopian Government to ensure that ongoing efforts addressing a legacy…
Tanzania and Ethiopia Lead East Africa in Projected Economic Growth for 2024, IMF Reports
In a recent forecast, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted Tanzania’s anticipated rapid economic growth in the year 2024,…
Senegal To Introduce Africa’s First All-Electric BRT System
In a groundbreaking development, Dakar, Senegal’s capital, is gearing up to unveil Africa’s inaugural 100% electric Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)…
Vaginal Ring To Reduce HIV Risk Soon Available For African Women
In a significant stride towards HIV prevention, women in a growing number of African countries will soon gain access to…
Ghana Parliament Legalizes Cannabis Cultivation
In a historic move, Ghana’s Parliament has officially legalized the cultivation of cannabis for medical and industrial purposes, aligning the…
Sudan: More Than 7 Million Displaced
AFP Fighting that has raged since April in Sudan between the army and paramilitaries has now displaced 7.1 million people,…
Angola Drops OPEC Membership, Shakes Global Oil Markets
In a surprising twist, Angola has announced its immediate withdrawal from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), disrupting…
Uganda Removes Visa Requirement for Congolese Nationals
In a significant step towards promoting regional integration and facilitating cross-border trade, Uganda officially declared on Monday that nationals from…
US SEC Charges Nigerian CEO, Three Companies With Fraud
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday filed charges against Nigerian businessman Dozy Mmobuosi and three companies of…