Kaduna, Nigeria – December 27, 2024 The steady tick-tock of watches is fading in Kaduna, Nigeria, where Bala Muhammad, affectionately known as Baba Bala, struggles to keep his small watch-repair shop afloat amidst the digital revolution. Nestled on one of Kaduna’s busiest shopping streets, sandwiched between building material suppliers, Muhammad’s tiny shop resembles a time…
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Christmas in Kampala Ghetto Villages Powered by Dr. Joan Ross of The Joseph Project.
The Joseph Project in USA with its partners headed by Dr. Joan Ross has donated Christmas to the people of several Ghetto Villages in Kampala … Christmas in Kampala Ghetto Villages Powered by Dr. Joan Ross of The Joseph Project.
Mozambique Opposition Leader Vows to Install Himself as President Amid Violent Protests.
Mozambique’s political crisis deepened as opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane declared his intention to install himself as president on January 15, rejecting the official results of the October presidential election. The announcement follows the constitutional court’s decision to uphold the victory of Frelimo party candidate Daniel Chapo, sparking widespread unrest across the country. Mondlane, leader of…
Mozambique Court Ruling Sparks Fresh Election Protests.
Protests have erupted across Mozambique following the confirmation of ruling party candidate Daniel Chapo’s victory in October’s contested presidential election. The country’s highest court upheld the election results, intensifying political tensions and triggering widespread demonstrations. Venâncio Mondlane, the opposition candidate who came second, has been vocal about his allegations of election rigging. Since the polls,…
Dozens of Children Killed in Crush at Nigerian Christmas Funfair.
In a tragic incident in the south-western Nigerian city of Ibadan, 35 children lost their lives, and six others were hospitalized following a crush at a Christmas funfair. The event, which was intended to bring joy, turned into a disaster when an overwhelming number of attendees caused a stampede. The organisers of the event had…
Ghana’s Supreme Court Dismisses Challenges to Anti-LGBT Bill.
Ghana’s Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed two legal challenges to the country’s controversial anti-LGBT bill, which has faced widespread criticism from rights groups and international organizations. The ruling removes a key hurdle to the bill becoming law. The legislation, passed earlier this year by Ghanaian lawmakers, proposes harsh penalties for LGBT individuals and groups. It…
Malawi President Appeals for International Food Aid Amid Severe Crisis.
Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera has renewed his call for international assistance to combat severe food shortages that are affecting more than one-quarter of the country’s population. The president made the appeal during a televised address on Wednesday evening, highlighting the worsening humanitarian crisis. According to a recent report by the Malawi Vulnerability Assessment Committee, about…
Uganda’s Premier Robinah Nabbanja Nominated for African Female Leader of the Year as Polls Close for the African Leadership Magazine Persons of the Year 2024 Awards.
By Earnest Kivumbi Benjamin – Updated 1159 EAT on Friday 13th Dec 2024 LONDON & KAMPALA – Uganda’s Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja recently was nominated of the African Female Leader of the Year 2024 by the 14th African Leadership Magazine Persons of the Year 2024. The heated competition driven by participation in the Online Voting…
