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Africa 

UNICEF sounds alarm over fast-spreading cholera outbreaks in Africa

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“The cholera outbreak in eastern and southern Africa isn’t just an outbreak; it’s an emergency for children,” the agency said. Calling for $171 million in funds to support 28 million people suffering in the region, UNICEF said tailored responses are already reaching many impacted, but more must urgently be done. Tailored life-saving responses The agency said the worst cholera outbreaks… Read More
Africa 

UN underlines support for Africa’s fight against terrorism

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Leaders from across the continent joined ambassadors in examining how to counter terrorism and better prevent violent extremism through stronger cooperation between the UN and regional organizations.  The debate was chaired by President Filipe Nyusi of Mozambique. The country, which holds the rotating Security Council presidency this month, has been battling a deadly insurgency in the north for more than… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Nigerian Idol unveils Season 8 with D’banj, Simi, & Obi Asika return as judges

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On Tuesday, March 28, MultiChoice Nigeria announced the show and judges’ return at a media launch in the company’s multipurpose Lagos studio. Popular TV personality, IK Osakioduwa, will be returning as the show’s host for a third time alongside Obi Asika, who will also be judging his third season. Superstar singer-songwriter Simi and multi-award-winning entertainer D’banj are also back for… Read More
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Calls for calm and dialogue in Kenya following Monday’s protests

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Calls for calm and dialogue in Kenya have multiplied on Tuesday, including from the African Union (AU), in the wake of fresh protests marred by violence and looting. On Monday, police fired tear gas to disperse opposition demonstrators in Nairobi and in the western town of Kisumu where one person was killed. In Nairobi, in addition to tear gas, police… Read More
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Kenya opposition leader blames president for violence during demonstrations

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Kenya opposition leader, Raila Odingo, says he and his supporters did not imagine that the state would respond with violence to the ongoing protests over the high cost of living. His statement came after Monday’s anti-government demonstrations turned violent with the police firing tear gas at protestors and looters going on the rampage. “Ruto’s hands are all over this violence.… Read More
Human Rights 

El Salvador urged to uphold human rights amid state of emergency

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An initial month-long crackdown on gangs was introduced on 27 March 2022 and has been regularly renewed, with the latest extension announced last week. At least 65,000 people, including children, have been detained since then.  OHCHR underlined that the right to life, the absolute prohibition against torture, the principles of fair trial, and the procedural safeguards that protect these rights,… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Getting to Know Scotty Austin, the Man Behind the Rockstar and Music Icon

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Getting to Know Scotty Austin, the Man Behind the Rockstar and Music Icon – Music Industry Today – EIN Presswire Trusted News Since 1995 A service for music industry professionals · Tuesday, March 28, 2023 · 624,750,364 Articles · 3+ Million Readers News Monitoring and Press Release Distribution Tools News Topics Newsletters Press Releases Events & Conferences RSS Feeds Other… Read More
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Iyanya: I Spent N52 Million To Record, Promote My Song With Davido

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Iyanya: I Spent N52 Million To Record, Promote My Song With Davido | Daily Updates Popular singer and songwriter, Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, known by his stage name, Iyanya, has revealed that he spent a whopping sum of N52 million on the song he recorded with music star, Davido and Kizz Daniel. He made the revelation through his Twitter account while… Read More
Africa 

Benin’s Kidjio awarded Polar Music Prize

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Award winning singer-songwriter Angélique Kidjo won the 2023 Polar Music Prize. Island Records founder Chris Blackwell and composer Arvo Pärt have also won the Swedish music award. They “made such a global impact with their music,” Marie Ledin, the managing director of the annual prize, said in announcing the winners Tuesday (Mar. 28). The award committee was enthralled by Kidjo’s… Read More
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25 African songs that made it to Kamala Harris’ playlist on African visit

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US Vice-President Kamala Harris has unveiled her latest travel companion – a curated playlist of 25 tracks by African musicians that she’s been listening to during her current trip on the continent. Titled “My Travels: Ghana, Tanzania, and Zambia,” the playlist is now available on Spotify and features a predominantly Tanzanian line-up. Harris’ playlist showcases her appreciation for the diverse… Read More
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