Faith Nyasuguta Eleven individuals lost their lives in a tragic incident at a South African platinum mine on Monday when the lift carrying workers at the end of their day plummeted, as reported by Impala Platinum, the mine’s owner, on Tuesday. “Eighty-six employees were standing in the lift; eleven lost their lives, and all the […]
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Faith Nyasuguta A prominent Ghanaian cardinal, Peter Turkson (pictured), has voiced opposition to criminalizing homosexuality, stating that it should not be deemed a criminal offense, and instead, efforts should focus on educating people about the issue. This perspective contrasts with the stance of Roman Catholic bishops in Ghana who consider homosexuality “despicable.” The cardinal’s remarks […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Nigeria, the largest economy in Africa, is actively pursuing membership in the BRICS group, aiming to assert itself as a significant player on the global economic stage, according to reports by Bloomberg. Yusuf Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, revealed the country’s ambition to join the BRICS club within the next two years. […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Niger has initiated operations at its largest solar power plant, announced the energy minister. This move comes as a response to electricity shortages caused by neighboring Nigeria’s supply cuts in sanctions following a July coup. Mahaman Moustapha Barke, speaking on television, mentioned that the national power company Nigelec has observed an “enhancement in […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Facing water scarcity and dwindling arable land, Egyptians are turning to soilless farming. Despite its promise, experts warn that high initial costs and crop limitations could hinder widespread adoption in the nation. Soilless agriculture, or hydroponics, entails cultivating plants with nutrient-rich water in controlled environments, bypassing traditional soil. Substrates like sand, gravel, clay, […]
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Faith Nyasuguta South Sudan President Salva Kiir has officially assumed the role of Chair of the East African Community (EAC), succeeding Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye. The EAC chairmanship rotates among member states, with each holding the position for a one-year term. In his address at the 23rd Summit of EAC Heads of State in Arusha, […]
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Faith Nyasuguta During a two-day visit to Lagos, Nigerian and French companies signed several agreements in principle on Thursday, focusing on agriculture, energy, and technological innovation. This development underscores France’s commitment to strengthen investments in Nigeria, especially at a time when its military presence faces challenges on the continent. Olivier Becht, the Minister Delegate in […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Kenya’s President William Ruto has called upon the European Union (EU) to back the country’s initiative to send police officers to Haiti. During his address to the EU Parliament, President Ruto emphasized the importance of partnerships with African nations for the continent’s growth and development. He expressed that European support would lend legitimacy […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The high court in London has ruled that thousands of Nigerian villagers have the right to pursue human rights claims against Shell for the persistent oil pollution of their water sources and the disruption of their way of life. This week, Mrs Justice May determined that over 13,000 farmers and fishers from the […]
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Faith Nyasuguta On Tuesday, Niger’s military government formally requested the West Africa regional court to issue an order for the removal of sanctions imposed by neighboring countries in response to the July coup, which ousted elected president Mohamed Bazoum. “There is no sector of the Nigerien society that has not been affected by these sanctions,” […]
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