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Tunisia footballer dies after setting himself alight in protest

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A professional footballer in Tunisia has died after setting himself alight earlier this week in what he called a protest against the “police state” ruling the country, his brother said Friday. Nizar Issaoui, 35, suffered third-degree burns from his action in the village of Haffouz in the central region of Kairouan, his brother Ryad told AFP. He was taken from… Read More
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Fighting rocks Sudan capital as regular army battles paramilitaries

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Explosions rocked the Sudanese capital Saturday as paramilitaries and the regular army traded attacks on each other’s bases, days after the army warned the country was at a “dangerous” turning point. The paramilitaries said they were in control of the presidential place as well as Khartoum airport, claims denied by the army, as civilian leaders called for an immediate ceasefire… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

How I was almost kidnapped — Singer Tiwa Savage

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Popular singer, Tiwa Savage, has confirmed that her Lagos State residence was attacked by some suspected kidnappers on Thursday. It was gathered that some hoodlums attacked her home in what seemed like an attempt to kidnap the popular artist. It was learnt that Savage’s new domestic staff – a driver – was allegedly passing information to his co-conspirators who had… Read More
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IMF calls for help in Sub-saharan Africa to manage a severe financial shortage

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Growth in sub-Saharan Africa is expected to slow to 3.6 percent in 2023, as a “big funding squeeze”, tied to the drying up of aid and access to private finance, hits the region, announced the IMF April 13, 2023 in a press briefing. If no measures are taken, this shortage of funding may force countries to reduce fiscal resources for… Read More
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Inter-faith Ramadan fast-breaking iftar celebrates South Africa’s diversity

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The event hosted in the neighborhood’s streets had people of all faiths praying and later dining with Bo Kaap’s muslim members currently observing Ramadan. The city’s mayor said street iftars were critical in celebrating Cape Town’s religious harmony and diversity. “This is what makes Cape Town so special and beautiful and magnificent. Here we are just in the shadow of… Read More
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First Person: Keeping memories of Rwandan genocide victims alive

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A toddler’s dress, and a five-year-old’s dress and sweater. Washed, cleaned, but still stained with blood. These are the personal items that Immaculée Songa donated to “Stories of Survival and Remembrance -​ A call to action for genocide prevention,” currently on show at UN Headquarters, along with a photo album, showing her daughters, Raissa and Clarisse, laughing and smiling. “The… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Nigerian music star, Tiwa Savage, escapes ‘kidnap’ attempt

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Tiwa Savage Popular Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, Friday night confirmed escaping from a security breach at her residence. The talented singer made the revelation on her Instagram handle via a statement signed by her management. “Following recent reports online, we can confirm that on Thursday 13th April 2023, there was a major security breach at the residence of musician Tiwa… Read More
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Nigeria: Reaction trails Lagos Banana Island building collapse

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Nigeria’s commercial capital Lagos, is back in the news after a seven-storey building under construction collapsed on First Avenue, in the Banana Island area of Ikoyi. The latest incident in the exclusive neighbourhood of some of the wealthiest Nigerians brings to fore what seems to have become an incident common in the southwestern state. While residents try to figure out… Read More
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Senegal gas project drives locals to desperation

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For years, residents of the small fishing town of Saint-Louis in Senegal have been struggling. Climate change, foreign industrial trawlers and the COVID-19 pandemic have made it hard to earn a living on the water. When officials announced a new gas project off the coast in 2015, the community was hopeful it would bring new opportunities. Instead, many locals say,… Read More
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