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Crime

South Africa summons Eswatini envoy over US deportation of five criminals

United States deported five individuals to Eswatini, a landlocked nation in Southern Africa, under a controversial third-country agreement. These individuals, originating from Vietnam,...

Entertainment

Ayra Starr and Tyla Confirmed as Performers for 2025 Global Citizen Festival

The 2025 Global Citizen Festival is set to take place on September 27 at Central Park’s Great Lawn in New York City, featuring...

Crime

Al-Qaeda affiliate Jama’a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM) has killed at least 54 civilians and eight soldiers in northern Togo this year

In 2025, northern Togo has experienced a significant escalation in violence attributed to Jama’a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM), an al-Qaeda affiliate operating...

Entertainment

Experts Discuss Highlife Music’s Identity Crisis and Future Evolution

Highlife music, a cornerstone of Ghanaian culture since the early 20th century, is currently navigating a complex identity crisis. This genre, which seamlessly...

Entertainment

Davido’s ‘5ive’ album ushers in a transformative phase for Afrobeats

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Davido has ushered in a transformative era for the genre with the release of his fifth studio album, “5ive,” on...

Entertainment

DJ Speedsta Attends Amapiano Meets Hip Hop Event in Johannesburg Amidst Previous Criticisms of the Genre

DJ Speedsta, a prominent figure in South Africa’s hip-hop scene, recently attended the Remy Martin Amapiano Meets Hip Hop event in Johannesburg, sparking...

World

Al-Qaeda-linked JNIM intensifies attacks in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger

In recent months, the Sahel region has witnessed a significant escalation in jihadist activities, particularly by Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), an al-Qaeda...

Entertainment

DJ Twitty defends gqom in podcast interview

In a recent podcast interview, DJ Twitty, born Philani Khuzwayo, passionately defended the gqom music genre, emphasizing its deep-rooted cultural significance and resilience....

World

Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embalo announces candidacy for second term amid political tensions and opposition protests

Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embalo has declared his intention to seek a second term in the upcoming November elections, a decision that has...

World

Greek Parliament Passes Law Suspending Asylum Applications for North African Migrants

Greece’s parliament enacted a three-month suspension of asylum applications for migrants arriving by sea from North Africa, particularly Libya. This decision, passed with...