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Human Rights 

More than two years on, impact of Myanmar military coup ‘devastating’

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Now in its third year, Noeleen Heyzer said that “the impact of the military takeover on the country and its people, has been devasting.” She thanked Member States for renewing the resolution for the continuation of her mandate and support for an “all-stakeholder approach in promoting a Myanmar-led process, reflective of the will of the people”, to end the suffering… Read More
Europe 

Russia’s energy grid attacks, torture in Ukraine, could be crimes against humanity: UN rights probe

Village Reporter
According to the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine, set up one year ago at the request of the Human Rights Council, Russian troops committed a “wide range” of violations across the country, many of which are war crimes. These included attacks with explosive weapons in populated areas, wilful killings of civilians, unlawful confinement, torture, rape and other sexual violence, as… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Kano govt donates N250m to Singer, Kurmi markets

Village Reporter,
Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of Kano State on Thursday announced a donation of N200 million and N50 million to victims of the recent fire disasters at Singer and Kurmi markets respectively. The markets were engulfed by fire, which razed down many shops, causing the owners to lose items worth several millions of naira as well as other unquantifiable valuables. Commissioner… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

KayOne Ft Jon B , TC Bradshaw, Daiyon Darkest Night

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KayOne Ft Jon B , TC Bradshaw, Daiyon Darkest Night – Music Industry Today – EIN Presswire Trusted News Since 1995 A service for music industry professionals · Thursday, March 16, 2023 · 622,651,118 Articles · 3+ Million Readers News Monitoring and Press Release Distribution Tools News Topics Newsletters Press Releases Events & Conferences RSS Feeds Other Services Questions? Sourced… Read More
Africa 

Ugandan leader’s son announces candidacy for president, before withdrawing tweet

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Ugandan leader Yoweri Museveni’s son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, announced his candidacy for the 2026 presidential election, saying it was “time for our generation to shine,” before retracting his tweet Thursday. Observers have long considered Muhoozi Kainerugaba, 48, who recently became embroiled in a diplomatic row with Kenya, to be tipped to take over, even though Kainerugaba said in 2013 that “Uganda… Read More
Africa 

Clashes in Dakar amid Senegalese opposition leader’s trial

Village Reporter,
Tear gas, rubble on the road, and tyres on fire: Dakar saw clashes between protesters and security forces on Thursday (Mar. 16). Young Senegalese demonstrators faced police in riot gear as the trial of the main opposition figure Ousmane Sonko got underway. For weeks, activists and members of the opposition have denounced “a retreat from democracy” in the country. “No… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Nigerian Youths – Champions of Feb. 25 Presidential Poll

Village Reporter,
Nigeria’s February 25 presidential election in which a former two-term governor of Lagos State, Senator Bola Tinubu of the All-Progressives Congress, emerged as the president-elect, may have come and gone. But the lessons from it are likely to linger with us for a long time. Arguably, one of the most competitive political battles in Nigeria’s history – it is no… Read More
Africa 

Rwanda joins “Football for Schools” initiative

Village Reporter,
World Cup winner Youri Djorkaeff helped launch FIFA’s “Football for Schools” initiative in Kigali on Tuesday as Rwanda celebrated becoming the 50th country to join this scheme.  The program aims to make football more accessible to both boys and girls around the world by incorporating football activities into the education system. Amanda Dlamini, former South Africa midfielder: “It’s very important… Read More
Africa 

Burna Boy to perform at UEFA Champions League final in Istanbul

Village Reporter,
GRAMMY Award-winning and multi-platinum-selling singer, songwriter, and producer, Burna Boy, will co-headline the highly anticipated 2023 UEFA Champions League Final Kick-Off Show in Istanbul, Turkey. The global chart-topping ‘Last Last’ and ‘It’s Plenty’ megastar will bring his signature soulful vibes of afrobeat’s to Istanbul’s Atatürk Olympic Stadium on June 10. Fans from across the globe tune in to watch the… Read More
Africa 

Senegal: Opposition figure Ousmane Sonko barricaded by police on eve of trial

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Security vehicles and barricades surrounded the home of a Senegalese opposition leader Wednesday as authorities banned rallies on the eve of a trial that could determine his eligibility to contest next year’s presidential election. A cordon of police in riot gear barred the way to Ousmane Sonko’s vehicle at the end of his street outside his home in the capital… Read More
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