Black Christmas: Many feared dead as fighter jet bombs Sokoto community in Nigeria
By : Lloyd Mahachi An unspecified number of villagers residing in two communities in the Silame local government area of Sokoto state have been feared dead after a fighter jet bombed the communities around 7 am on Wednesday. The Guardian learned that the fighter jet was targeted at Lakurawa terrorists who have been terrorizing the […]
Detty December in Decline: How Nigeria’s Economic Crisis is Impacting the Holiday Season
By : Lloyd Mahachi Nigeria’s beloved “detty December” festivities, a month-long celebration of music, food, and merriment, are losing their luster this year. The economic downturn in Africa’s most populous country is taking a toll on the tradition, which is usually marked by concerts, carnivals, and lavish spending. For many Nigerians, the holiday season is […]
Dozens Survive Fiery Plane Crash that Killed 38 in Kazakhstan
By : Lloyd Mahachi A devastating plane crash in Kazakhstan has left 38 people dead, but dozens of others have miraculously survived. The Azerbaijan Airlines flight was carrying 67 people when it caught fire and crashed while attempting to make an emergency landing near the city of Aktau. The plane was en route […]
Mozambique Mayhem: 1,500 Prisoners Escape, 33 Killed in Riot
By : Lloyd Mahachi A suspected riot erupted inside a jail in Mozambique’s capital, Maputo, leaving at least 33 people dead and 15 injured. The incident occurred amidst escalating civil unrest linked to the country’s disputed election in October, which saw the long-ruling party Frelimo extend its stay in power. The election results have […]
NCDC alerts Nigerians on spike in Lassa fever cases, deaths
By : Lloyd Mahachi The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) alerted of an alarming increase in Lassa fever cases and deaths in the last four weeks, signaling the outbreak’s severity. Meanwhile, the centre recorded 9,492 suspected cases of Lassa Fever,1,154 confirmed with 190 deaths across the country in 2024. Six states including […]
NASA Spacecraft Reaches Scorching Point: Will it Survive the Inferno?
By : Lloyd Mahachi A NASA spacecraft is attempting to make history with the closest ever approach to the Sun. The Parker Solar Probe is plunging into our star’s outer atmosphere. Enduring brutal temperatures and extreme radiation, this is a momentous occasion. The spacecraft will be flying into the Sun’s outer atmosphere, a region […]
2024 African Sports Review: A Year of Triumphs and Controversies
By : Lloyd Mahachi The year 2024 has been an eventful one for African sports, with numerous triumphs and controversies making headlines. From the Africa Cup of Nations to the Paris Olympics, African athletes have shown their mettle and made their mark on the global stage. AFCON 2024 Surprise One of […]
Frelimo’s Half-Century Reign Continues: Constitutional Council Validates Election Results
By : Lloyd Mahachi Mozambique’s Constitutional Council has sparked widespread controversy by upholding the ruling party Frelimo’s victory in the country’s recent election. The decision has been met with fierce opposition from various quarters, with many citing blatant irregularities and vote-rigging as the reason for Frelimo’s landslide win. As the country teeters […]
France’s Hasty Retreat from Chad: A New Era for the Sahel Region
By : Lloyd Mahachi France’s military presence in Chad is coming to an abrupt end. The Chadian authorities have demanded the total withdrawal of all French personnel from its base in N’Djamena by December 31. This demand has caught Paris off guard. Initially, France was planning to begin repatriating its soldiers from Tuesday, with negotiations […]
Mozambique’s Constitutional Council Set to Announce Election Results Amidst Controversy
By : Lloyd Mahachi Mozambique’s constitutional council is set to announce the validated results of the country’s presidential and legislative elections. The elections, held on October 9, saw the ruling Frelimo party extend its 49-year rule, but the opposition has disputed the outcome. The opposition leader, Venancio Mondlane, has threatened to call for a […]