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Nigerians Stage ‘National Day of Survival Protest on Independence Day, Condemn Economic Hardship
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On October 1, 2024, as Nigeria marks its 64th Independence Anniversary, thousands of citizens are expected to participate in nationwide protests against the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The protesters, who have dubbed the day the “National Day of Survival,” aim to draw attention to the severe economic…
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FASU 2024: Egyptian University Dominates as Nigerian Universities Claim Podium Spots
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The 11th All-African University Games (FASU) concluded with a resounding victory for the American International University in Cairo, who secured their third consecutive gold medal. The 10-day event, held in Lagos, Nigeria, saw a strong performance from the host universities, with Lagos State University (LASU) and the University of Lagos…
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South Africa Mass Shooting: 17 Killed, One Hospitalized, 6 Survive
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A brutal mass shooting in a remote South African town has left 17 people dead and several injured. On Friday night, two homesteads in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, were targeted. Twelve women and one man were killed at one location, while three women and one man were murdered at the other.…
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Nigeria Faces Staggering Food Waste: Half Lost After Harvest
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Half of Nigeria’s agricultural bounty disappears after it’s been harvested, according to a new report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). This staggering statistic highlights a major challenge facing the nation’s food security and economic growth. Ibrahim Ishaka, a Food System/Nutrition Specialist with the FAO, revealed the concerning figure…
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Israel Strikes Hezbollah Leader in Beirut
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In a bold move, Israel has targeted the leader of the Lebanese militant group, Hezbollah, in a devastating airstrike on the outskirts of Beirut. The attack, which occurred on Friday, has raised tensions in the region and sparked international condemnation. Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Hezbollah, was the primary…
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South Africa Receives Remains of 42 Freedom Fighters Who Died in Exile
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The remains of 42 South African freedom fighters who died in exile during the struggle against white minority rule have been returned to South Africa. The bodies, exhumed from Zimbabwe and Zambia, were received by government officials and family members at the Waterkloof Air Force Base in Pretoria on Wednesday.…
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Congo’s President Tshisekedi Calls for Sanctions Against Rwanda
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Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi urged the international community to impose sanctions on Rwanda for its involvement in destabilizing the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Tshisekedi highlighted Rwanda’s alleged support for the M23 rebel group, which has fueled a humanitarian crisis.…
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Kenya’s Unhealed Wounds – Amnesty International Demand Justice for Protest Deaths
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Amnesty International has called on the Kenyan government to investigate the deaths and disappearances of protestors during demonstrations that shook the country earlier this year. Human rights groups report that over 60 people were killed during weeks of unrest, with many more disappearing in the aftermath. The protests, led primarily…