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UN chief condemns escalating violence and civilian attacks in Myanmar

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UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said the Secretary-General “strongly condemns” recent attacks by the Myanmar military in Rakhine State and Sagaing Region that have reportedly claimed the lives of many civilians. “The Secretary-General is deeply concerned about the widening regional ramifications of the deteriorating situation in Myanmar and reiterates his appeal for a unified approach,” Mr. Dujarric said. Conflict in Myanmar… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Singer Rela unveils new single ‘Everything’ inspired by mother

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<!– tmc_ads_send({ “data-tmc-application”: “240527QJBmDrni”, “data-tmc-seat”: “240527FGR657jX” }) –> Rising Afrobeat artist Rela, known for his infectious rhythms and soulful melodies, is set to release his highly anticipated new single on Friday. The Nigerian-born, UK-based musician has captured the hearts of many with his unique blend of Afrobeat and contemporary sounds. Rela’s journey into the music industry is a tale of… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

How LVRN And Jerk X Jollof Are Uniting The African Diaspora Through Music And Culture

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Skepta at Jerk x Jollof Art Basel ’23 Setor Tsikudo Dating back to the 16th century, African and Caribbean communities have intertwined. This fusion is unmistakably present in today’s world, especially in music, where the sounds of afrobeats, amapiano and dancehall harmonize. LVRN (Love Renaissance) has officially made a purposeful investment in the cultural brand Jerk X Jollof, an initiative… Read More
Africa 

UNICEF introduces nutrition programme in Nigeria to combat child malnutrition

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In several Nigerian communities in the northeastern Gombe state, UNICEF is training thousands of women to boost their families’ nutrient intake. Tubers and grains are grown in home gardens, allowing families to spend less on food, thereby alleviating chronic malnutrition afflicting the region, especially its children. More than a dozen women gathered this week in the village of Poshereng, where… Read More
Africa 

Bangui announces temporary requisition of country’s fuel distributor Tamoil

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The Central African Republic(CAR) authorities announced the temporary requisition of six out of eleven Tamoil service stations in Bangui. These stations will be managed for 45 days to ensure regular fuel supply, salary payments, and tax contributions, as stated by the Minister of Energy Development and Hydraulic Resources, Arthur Bertrand Piri. Previously, Piri fined Tamoil 200 million CFA francs (about… Read More
Africa 

WFP expands emergency response to avert famine in war-torn Sudan

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Yet, as the rival militaries continue fighting, the country’s plight has been overlooked by much of the international community.  “As global leaders focus elsewhere, it is not receiving the necessary attention and support to avert a nightmare scenario for the people of Sudan. The world cannot claim it doesn’t know how bad the situation is in Sudan or that urgent… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

D’banj Appreciates Olamide For Writing His Latest Song

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Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo, also known as D’banj, has expressed genuine gratitude to his colleague, Olamide, for writing his latest single, “Koko.” The musician, who recently celebrated 20 years in the music industry, asked his Instagram followers what the term ‘Koko’ has meant to them from 2004 to the present, while also uploading a video of himself and friends dancing to… Read More
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7 unforgettable songs from Nigeria’s iconic music group Styl Plus

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For this week’s Afrobeats throwback, we will be taking a look at some of the unforgettable hit songs from Styl Plus. 1. Olufunmi ADVERTISEMENT Perhaps their most popular song, ‘Olufunmi’ was a household hit that announced Styl Plus‘ entrance into the Nigerian music industry. 2 decades later, the song continues to get plays on digital streaming platforms in a testament… Read More
Africa 

AI aligns with Africa’s economic landscape {Business Africa}

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Microsoft Africa and Zindi, the leading African community for AI, have announced a groundbreaking partnership that will span over a year.  This collaboration aims to advance AI upskilling across the continent, preparing a new generation of tech-savvy young Africans for the future workforce. This alliance marks a significant milestone in Africa’s digital education landscape. Celina Lee, co-founder and CEO of… Read More
Africa 

DR Congo seeks to curb dollar dominance by fronting use of local currency

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The Central Bank of Congo (BCC) has mandated that all Electronic Payment Terminals (EPTs) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) only accept Congolese francs. This move aims to boost the use of the national currency and reduce reliance on the US dollar, which weakens the franc. According to the BCC, this measure aims to strengthen the use of the… Read More
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