African Trends

Namibia mourns the loss of President Hage Geingob, who succumbed to illness at the age of 82 on Sunday. Geingob, a prominent figure in the nation’s liberation struggle and a key architect of its constitution, passed away at Lady Pohamba Hospital in Windhoek, surrounded by his family. Acting President Nangolo …

In a tragic incident that unfolded on Thursday night, armed assailants launched a deadly assault on the palace of retired army general Segun Aremu, who held the esteemed title of Olukoro of Koro, a traditional ruler in south-western Nigeria. The assailants, yet to be identified, not only fatally shot Segun …

In a devastating incident in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, a massive gas explosion has resulted in the loss of at least three lives and left nearly 300 individuals injured. The catastrophe unfolded in the Embakasi district around 23:30 local time when a gas-laden lorry exploded, creating an enormous fireball that …

In a tumultuous event on Tuesday around 8 p.m., the city of Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, was engulfed in confusion following an explosion that reverberated through various neighborhoods. Residents were caught off guard, scrambling to find safety as uncertainty loomed. The cause and precise location of the explosion …

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has taken action against Minister Betta Edu of the Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation Ministry, suspending her from office amidst allegations of diverting approximately 585 million naira ($640,000) of public funds into a personal bank account. The suspension comes after widespread public outrage following reports of …

Ethiopian Airlines has recently implemented a ban on the use of ‘Ghana-Must-Go’ bags by passengers on its flights originating from Nigeria. The ban, detailed in a letter addressed to the Regional Manager of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), was disclosed by Henok Gizachew, the airline’s Manager of Airport …

Nigerian culinary sensation Hilda Effiong Bassey, widely known as Hilda Baci, has been dethroned from her Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon. The Guinness World Records (GWR) has officially recognized a new record holder, Alan Fisher, a chef and restaurant owner based in Japan. The GWR statement announced, …

Respected Nigerian actor, Mr. Ibu, has faced a devastating setback, as he has had to undergo the amputation of one of his legs to preserve his life, following seven successful surgeries. Approximately one month ago, Mr. Ibu gained significant attention for reaching out for assistance in his battle against an …

In a heart-wrenching plea, the widely adored Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has appealed to the public for assistance as he grapples with a severe health crisis that could result in the loss of his leg.   In a distressing video shared on his Instagram account, …

  In a powerful display of support, South Africans have come together to express their unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people during the ongoing crisis involving Israel and Hamas. The South African government, known for its robust alliance with Palestine, continues to voice concerns regarding Israel’s prolonged occupation of the …