By : Lloyd Mahachi A suspected outbreak of the Marburg virus in northwest Tanzania has infected nine people, killing eight, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). This alarming development comes just weeks after neighboring Rwanda declared its own outbreak of the deadly virus officially over. The Marburg virus is a highly contagious hemorrhagic fever with a fatality rate of up to 88%. It is closely related to Ebola, and both viruses are endemic to East Africa. They are believed to be transmitted to humans through fruit bats, which are common in the region. The recent Tanzanian…
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By : Lloyd Mahachi Mozambique’s President-elect, Daniel Chapo, was inaugurated as president in a ceremony held in the capital, Maputo, on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. The event marked the beginning of a new era in Mozambican politics. Chapo succeeds Filipe Nyusi, who served the maximum two terms as president. Nyusi’s tenure was marked by significant economic growth, but also criticism for his handling of the opposition and human rights. The inauguration ceremony was attended by various dignitaries, including foreign leaders and representatives of international organizations. However, the event was also marred by controversy, as opposition parties and…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Donald Trump’s second presidential term is set to begin, and the world is watching closely to see what he will do first. His campaign promises included reinstituting tariffs, slowing immigration from Mexico, and opting out of the Paris Climate Agreement. These policies are likely to take center stage as he starts his second term in the White House. Trump’s first days in office will be symbolically important, and his actions will likely be a mixed bag of domestic and international policies. Executive Orders To get things rolling quickly, Trump will depend on presidential executive orders.…
By : Lloyd Mahachi A statue of Ghana’s immediate former President, Nana Akufo-Addo, has been destroyed. The statue was unveiled in November in the Western Region, and was meant to honor Akufo-Addo’s development initiatives. However, it faced heavy criticism since its installation, with many describing it as “self-glorification”. The unveiling of the statue had sparked a social media backlash, with many mocking the idea of Akufo-Addo unveiling his own likeness. The statue’s launch was also criticized for being insensitive, given the economic hardships faced by the people of Ghana. Ghana has been experiencing its…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Mozambique is set to welcome a new president, Daniel Chapo, amid a swirl of protests and disputes over the election results. Chapo, who took 65% of the votes, is facing opposition from various groups, including his biggest rival, Venâncio Mondlane. Mondlane has been calling for protests and has refused to recognize Chapo as the rightful winner. The election results have sparked widespread demonstrations, some peaceful and others violent, leading to chaos, killings, and vandalism. Both of Mozambique’s leading opposition parties, Renamo and MDM, have announced that they will be boycotting the swearing-in ceremony. Even…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Sierra Leone has declared a public health emergency after confirming two cases of mpox in recent days. The West African country’s health minister, Austin Demby, announced the move on Monday after the second case of the deadly viral disease was confirmed. This decision was prompted by the need for immediate action, as mandated by the Public Health Act. The first case of mpox was reported last week, marking the country’s first confirmed case since the African Union’s health watchdog declared a public health emergency over the growing mpox outbreak on the continent last year. A…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Oluwatimileyin Ajayi, alleged to be a gospel musician, has been arrested in Orozo, a border community between the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, and Nasarawa State, after being found with a decapitated head in a black nylon bag during a church service on Sunday. The incident is said to have occurred during a Thanksgiving service marking the end of a seven-day fast at the church. The command’s spokesperson, Ramhan Nansel, in an exclusive interview that Enejo was a graduate of Kogi State University and currently a corps member serving in Abuja before she was…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Spain’s government has announced plans to impose a tax of up to 100% on properties bought by non-residents from countries outside the EU. This move is aimed at addressing the country’s housing emergency, as stated by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. The prime minister emphasized that the measure is necessary to prevent Spain from becoming a society divided into two classes: the rich landlords and the poor tenants. The issue of housing affordability has been a pressing concern in Spain, with many residents struggling to find affordable housing. The government’s proposal aims to prioritize residents’ access…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Mozambique has sworn in its new parliament, despite opposition protests and boycotts over disputed election results. The streets of the capital, Maputo, were largely deserted after opposition leader Venancio Mondlane called for a strike to protest the outcome of the October election. Two smaller opposition parties, Renamo and MDM, boycotted the opening ceremony, refusing to accept the election results. The incoming president, Daniel Chapo, called for calm and unity after months of deadly unrest. Chapo’s Frelimo party has been in power for 50 years, and opposition leader Mondlane claims the election results were rigged…
By : Lloyd Mahachi Rescuers have successfully retrieved several illegal miners and a number of bodies from an abandoned gold mine in South Africa. A professional mine rescue company sent a large cage into the mine shaft near Stilfontein, about 140km southwest of Johannesburg, on Monday. The rescue operation is ongoing, with reports suggesting that hundreds of miners may still be trapped underground. According to Mzukisi Jam, of the South African National Civics Organisation (SANCO), the rescue machine has been working effectively, bringing up seven people so far. At least four bodies have also been retrieved, according to community…