Faith Nyasuguta Protesters in Peckham, southern London, took action on Thursday, blocking a bus suspected to be transporting asylum-seekers to the controversial Bibby Stockholm barge. The barge, chartered by the UK government last year, houses 222 rooms across three stories and is currently anchored off Dorset, a region known for its economic struggles. In a […]
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Faith Nyasuguta As the United States prepares for its military withdrawal from Niger, an intriguing development unfolds as American troops find themselves sharing an airbase with Russian trainers. According to a U.S. official, Airbase 101 in Niamey hosts international troops, including contingents from Germany, alongside the U.S. forces. Confirming these reports from Honolulu, Hawaii, the […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Major General Fatuma Ahmed continues to make history, becoming the first woman to lead any service branch within the Kenyan Armed Forces. On May 2nd, President William Ruto appointed her Commander of the Kenya Air Force, solidifying her position as a pioneer for women in military leadership. General Ahmed’s journey is a series […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Bathing every day could increase people’s risk of infections, experts caution. Showering excessively can reduce skin hydration, causing it to become dry and cracked, which allows germs to enter, according to infectious-disease expert Dr Elaine Larson from Columbia University. She adds most people bathe in the belief it will reduce their risk of […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The revelation of the British auction house, The Saleroom, showcasing a significant collection of Egyptian antiques for sale has captured widespread attention. While such auctions are not uncommon, the inclusion of 18 relics described as old Egyptian human skulls has ignited a fervent debate regarding the ethics surrounding the trade of human remains. […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Turkey’s Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, has announced that Turkey will back South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Fidan affirmed Turkey’s commitment to supporting the Palestinian cause, stating that they would submit the official intervention declaration upon completing the legal groundwork. This announcement came during a joint […]
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Faith Nyasuguta A notable shift is underway in the landscape of international education, with China rapidly gaining traction as a preferred destination for African students seeking advanced studies abroad. This burgeoning trend is attributed to the escalating levels of Chinese investments across Africa, igniting a burgeoning interest among African youths in mastering the Chinese language […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The recent directive issued by the Dutch government, ordering thousands of international students and young professionals who sought refuge in the Netherlands following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 to leave the country this week or face expulsion, has ignited a firestorm of controversy and raised profound ethical and legal questions. According to […]
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Faith Nyasuguta A Zambian firm, AFNON Industries, is on the cusp of reshaping the regional stove manufacturing landscape with an ambitious investment of $10 million. This landmark initiative signifies the genesis of Zambia’s inaugural stove production facility, slated to become the largest of its kind across the African continent. CEO Arnold Nyendwa (pictured above) heralded […]
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Faith Nyasuguta A senior Islamic State group commander, Abu Huzeifa, also known as Higgo, wanted in connection with the deaths of US forces in Niger, has been eliminated in an operation by Malian state forces, according to the country’s army. Abu Huzeifa, notorious for his leadership role in the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara, […]
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