Author: Blacc Theddi
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South Africa Approves Controversial National Health Insurance Scheme
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South Africa’s new National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa, has sparked debate. South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law a significant health reform, the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, which aims to revolutionize the country’s health sector. This move, considered the most…
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South African Rapper AKA Murder Case: Five Suspects Denied Bail
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South African Rapper AKA Murder Case: The murder of South African rapper AKA shocked the nation. A targeted assassination outside a Durban restaurant led to the arrest of suspects, with two more awaiting extradition. The Durban magistrate’s court has denied bail for the five men suspected of murdering South African…
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Emefiele’s Legal Battle Continues
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Emefiele’s legal battle continues as he faces multiple charges, including printing N684 million notes with N18.96 billion The legal and political turmoil surrounding Godwin Emefiele, the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has captivated the nation’s attention. Recent developments have brought to light numerous charges against Emefiele,…
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Undersea Cable Damage Disrupts Internet in East Africa
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Recent damage to undersea cables has disrupted internet services in several East African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. This marks the third widespread disruption in Africa’s internet connectivity since the beginning of the year, raising concerns about the continent’s network vulnerabilities. The damage affected two crucial submarine cables,…
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Nigeria’s Minimum Wage Tango: Labour Demands N615k, Government Offers N48k
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Negotiations for a new national minimum wage in Nigeria have hit a standstill, with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) expressing disappointment over the government’s proposed N48,000 minimum wage, which they consider insufficient. Labour leaders, including Joe Ajaero, the NLC’s National President, have criticized the proposal…
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Will Peter Obi Run with Atiku in 2027?
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Peter Obi Run with Atiku in 2027? Speculation surrounds a potential alliance for the elections, despite internal party issues The recent meetings between former Anambra governor Peter Obi and prominent political figures, including ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, have sparked speculations about a potential collaboration in the 2027 elections. These meetings,…
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Stevie Wonder Becomes Ghanaian Citizen
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Stevie Wonder is now a Ghanaian citizen, reflecting Ghana’s commitment to diaspora unity. Stevie Wonder’s recent acquisition of Ghanaian citizenship is a significant moment in his lifelong connection to Africa. The iconic singer and songwriter, known for his soulful music, has expressed his ties to the continent since the 1970s,…
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NNPC E&P Ltd. and NOSL Celebrate First Oil in OML 13, Akwa Ibom State
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NNPC E&P Ltd. and NOSL have begun oil production at OML 13 in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, starting at 6,000 barrels per day and aiming for 40,000 barrels per day by May 27th, 2024. This marks a key step in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, showcasing their commitment to growth,…