Teddy Osei, the renowned Ghanaian saxophonist and music legend who founded the Afro-rock band Osibisa, has passed away at the age of 88. Osei, a gifted drummer, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, died in London on Tuesday, as confirmed in a statement from his family. Osei’s legacy in the music world is cemented through his pioneering work…
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Africa: Daniel Chapo Sworn in as Mozambique’s New President Amid Opposition Boycott
By Anastasios Gordon Sekandi – 09:12, Thursday, 16 Jan, 2025. Daniel Chapo has officially been sworn in as the President of Mozambique, taking office under a cloud of political tension as the opposition parties boycotted the ceremony. The boycott reflects growing dissatisfaction among opposition groups, who have alleged irregularities in the recent election process. The…
Nigeria Military Air Strike Kills 16 Civilians in ‘Mistake.
At least 16 civilians were killed in a military air strike in north-western Nigeria’s Zamfara State, after being mistakenly identified as criminal gangs. The victims, according to local residents, were members of vigilante groups and civilians who had been actively defending their communities from armed gangs involved in kidnapping for ransom. The Nigerian military…
Ambassador Jan Sadek Shares EU Trade Opportunities with Africa- Senior Citizens Talk.
The European Union (EU) , Head of Delegation to Uganda H. E Jan Sadek on Senior Citizens Talk with Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin shares about -European Union Relations with African Union, The upcoming E.U Agrictec Forum, Trade Opportunities, EU Interest in Ugandan Coffee, EU Speaking with Trump Administration on Climate Crisis among other other things. Ambassador…
Moussa Faki Mahamat, African Union Commission Chairperson’s Speech at the CAADP Extraordinary Summit.
Excellencies, Heads of State and Government and Delegations,Honourable Ministers,Madame Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission,Esteemed African CommissionersRepresentatives of the Regional Economic Communities,Representatives of our Partners,Distinguished Guests,Ladies and Gentlemen, It is with great joy that I set foot in this splendid, verdant city of Kampala, which has been decked out in all its colours, to…
At 80 years of age, I am very Comfortable with my Meals- M7 Full Speech at AU Extraordinary Summit.
Excellencies,the Heads of state andheads of delegations to this CAADP Summit,Ladies and gentlemen. Greetings and you are most welcome to Uganda. Right from the 1960s, when our political Movement started, initially, as a Student Movement, we were able to see that a Country like Uganda, located around the Equator, could be very advanced and prosperous…
EPL: Why Manchester City Are Betting £50m on Omar Marmoush: The Next Salah, His Free-Kick Magic, and Nottingham Forest’s Missed Opportunity
09:05 EAT Friday, 10 January 2025 | By Anastasios Gordon Sekandi Manchester City’s decision to splash £50 million on Omar Marmoush has turned heads in the football world. The Egyptian forward, known for his electrifying pace and technical flair, has drawn comparisons to his compatriot Mohamed Salah. But what makes Marmoush worth such a significant…
Gun-wearing leader sparks concern at Ghana inauguration.
Burkina Faso’s military leader, Captain Ibrahim Traore, raised eyebrows at the inauguration of Ghana’s new president, John Mahama, on Tuesday, when he appeared with a holstered pistol at his waist. This move has sparked significant concern, with many questioning the breach of security protocols at such a high-profile event. Traore, who was one of 17…
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