By : Lloyd Mahachi Burkina Faso’s ruling junta has made a shocking move, dismissing interim Prime Minister Apollinaire Joachim Kyelem de Tambela and dissolving the government. This decision was announced in a decree issued by the office of military leader Ibrahim Traore on Friday. The decree didn’t provide a reason for Tambela’s dismissal. He was appointed interim premier after Traore seized power in September 2022. This move is the latest in a string of military coups in West Africa’s unstable Sahel region. The Sahel region has been plagued by instability and violence in recent years. Military coups have become increasingly…
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By : Lloyd Mahachi Mali has released 11 opposition leaders from prison. The 6 were arrested six months ago for speaking out against the country’s military leaders. The leaders were accused of plotting against the military government. But they say they were just exercising their right to free speech. They were calling for the military to hand over power to a civilian government. The opposition leaders were arrested in June. They were held in prison until their release on Friday. The government did not say why it decided to release them. The release of the opposition leaders is good news…
By : Lloyd Mahachi A cholera outbreak in South Sudan is spreading rapidly, with a humanitarian group warning that the situation is critical. The outbreak has been escalating rapidly, with fears growing that it will spread to neighboring areas. The situation is particularly dire in Malakal, where the outbreak was first detected. Malakal is the capital of Upper Nile state, and has received a large influx of refugees and returnees from Sudan. These refugees and returnees are living in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions. This has created a perfect storm for the spread of cholera, which is typically transmitted through contaminated…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Netflix has addressed recent speculations about its alleged exit from Nigeria, putting to rest rumors that the popular streaming service was leaving due to economic challenges and regulatory pressures. Netflix has firmly dismissed these claims, reiterating its commitment to its operations and audience in Nigeria. The rumors had sparked concern among Nigerian fans of the platform. However, in a statement sent to TechCabal, Netflix reassured its subscribers that it has no plans to leave the Nigerian market. “We are not exiting Nigeria. We will continue to invest in the country’s stories to delight our members,” the…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Have you ever wondered who the most handsome African male athlete is? While opinions may vary, a recent study by Bettors has offered a scientific answer. Using the golden ratio as a standard to evaluate facial attractiveness, the study ranked the top 10 most handsome African male athletes of 2024. But what is the golden ratio? It is a mathematical formula widely recognized for defining naturally pleasing proportions. The ratio assesses symmetry and balance by analyzing the distances between key facial features, providing a reliable measure of aesthetic appeal. This approach offers a data-driven perspective on…
By : Lloyd Mahachi A fan of English football club Arsenal was shot dead by a security guard in Uganda while celebrating the team’s victory over Manchester United. The incident occurred at a restaurant in Lukaya town in central Uganda, about 100km from the capital Kampala. A large crowd of jubilant supporters had gathered at the restaurant to watch the match, which Arsenal won 2-0. According to eyewitnesses, the building’s manager was angered by the noise that the jubilant supporters were making and asked the guard to intervene. However, the fans did not heed a warning to quiet down. Witnesses…
By : Lloyd Mahachi A devastating arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue has left the Jewish community in shock and fear. The attack occurred at the Adass Israel synagogue in Ripponlea, with firefighters called to the scene just after 04:00 local time on Friday. The building was found to be fully ablaze, with worshippers forced to flee for their lives. The synagogue is a place of worship and community for many, and the attack has left a sense of unease and vulnerability among its members. Community leaders have reported that a few people were inside the synagogue at the time…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Tragedy has struck in Stilfontein, South Africa, where six bodies have been retrieved from an abandoned mine. The mine, located approximately 150 kilometers southwest of Johannesburg, has been a hotbed of illegal mining activity. Hundreds of “zama zamas” — clandestine miners — continue to work underground despite the dangers and police efforts to dismantle the operation. The exact number of miners still trapped underground remains uncertain. While some locals estimate up to 4,000 miners are working at the site, police suggest the figure is closer to a few hundred. The derelict gold mines have been surrounded…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Amnesty International has released a damning 296-page report accusing Israel of committing genocide against the Palestinian people in Gaza. The report is a result of extensive research, including interviews with 212 people, including Palestinian victims and witnesses, local authorities in Gaza, healthcare workers, and analysis of visual and digital evidence. The report details numerous instances of Israeli forces committing acts prohibited under the UN Genocide Convention, including mass killings, causing serious harm, and deliberately inflicting conditions of life calculated to destroy the Palestinian population. The report highlights specific instances of Israeli attacks on civilian infrastructure, including…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Niger’s military authorities have taken control of the French uranium mining operations in the West African country. This move is the latest escalation in the deteriorating relationship between France and Niger. The Nigerien military rulers seized power in a coup in July last year and have since been revamping rules regulating the mining of raw materials by foreign companies. The military rulers have made it clear that they are not happy with the way foreign companies have been awarded licenses and believe that the country should earn more from the minerals found under its soil. In…