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Human Rights 

War must never be normalized for child victims: Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine

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In remarks to commemorate the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, Denise Brown also noted that boys and girls in frontline regions have had to spend the equivalent of seven months underground in bomb shelters because of relentless attacks. “I will not stop repeating that the entire international community must never accept as normal what is happening in… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Spotify reports resurgence in classic Nigerian music genres

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The three genres dominated the West African country between the 1950s and 1970s, led by legends like Haruna Ishola (apala), K1 De Ultimate (Fuji) and Oliver De Coque (highlife). However, their popularity declined over the years as new musical styles emerged.  Spotify data indicates that between 2022 and 2023, Fuji grew by 187%, while highlife and apala surged by 224%… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Afrofusion Revolution: How Anijamz is Pushing the Boundaries of Nigerian Music

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Afrofusion Revolution: How Anijamz is Pushing the Boundaries of Nigerian Music – Music Industry Today – EIN Presswire Trusted News Since 1995 A service for music industry professionals · Tuesday, June 4, 2024 · 717,216,290 Articles · 3+ Million Readers News Monitoring and Press Release Distribution Tools News Topics Newsletters Press Releases Events & Conferences RSS Feeds Other Services Questions?… Read More
Europe 

Little protection for the vulnerable, even on major migration routes: UNHCR

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A new report from the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) confirmed that each year, hundreds of thousands of people risk their lives to migrate from sub-Saharan countries in Africa without access to immediate assistance, shelter or information about the dangers they may face including from traffickers – even though the location of major movement hubs is well known. Avoidable dangers  Vincent… Read More
Africa 

Russian FM Lavrov continues Africa tour in Congo

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived late Monday in Congo on his latest visit to West Africa, where coups and growing discontent with traditional allies like France and the United States have contributed to some countries’ shift toward Moscow. Lavrov has visited the African continent several times in the past couple of years as Russia seeks support — or at… Read More
Africa 

Thousands of Afghan children impacted by flash floods

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As flash flooding continues in Afghanistan, tens of thousands of children have been impacted, UNICEF has said. Tens of thousands of children in Afghanistan remain affected by ongoing flash floods, especially in the north and west, the U.N. children’s agency said Monday. Unusually heavy seasonal rains have been wreaking havoc on multiple parts of the country, killing hundreds of people… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Joeboy Sheds Light on Domestic Violence with Hit Song “Better”

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Singer Joseph Akinfenwaa Donus, also known as Joeboy, shared the story behind his popular song “Better.” In an interview with media personality Vivz, Joeboy explained that he wrote the song to highlight domestic violence against women. He mentioned that women in African society are sometimes not treated well. Vivz commented, “‘Better’ is my favorite song. It feels like you’re speaking… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Ayra Starr drops video for ‘Last Heartbreak Song’ featuring Giveon

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In her first visual offering after the album release, Ayra Starr has shared the music video ‘Last Heartbreak Song’ featuring Giveon. The video was released On June 3, 2024, and it has garnered over 260,000 views in the 15 hours following its release. The video was shot at the beach with the setting conveying the emotions of hurt and pain… Read More
Africa 

Palestine applies to join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at top UN court

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Palestinian officials have applied at the top U.N. court for permission to join South Africa’s case accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza. The request published Monday alleges that Israel’s ongoing military operation is “part of a systematic effort to wipe Palestinian society and its culture and social institutions from the map.” The request to the International Court of Justice was… Read More
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