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Aug 14, 20241 min read

African Union Declares Public Health Emergency Over Mpox Outbreak

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has declared a public health emergency due to the rapid spread of mpox across...

Zambia and Congo Reopen Frontier After Trade Dispute

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Aug 14, 20241 min read

Zambia and Congo Reopen Frontier After Trade Dispute

In a welcome move, Zambia and Congo have agreed to reopen their border, resolving a trade dispute that had halted the free movement of...

Osimhen's Transfer Dilemma: Chelsea or PSG?

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Aug 13, 20241 min read

Osimhen's Transfer Dilemma: Chelsea or PSG?

The transfer saga of Nigerian international Victor Osimhen has taken a dramatic turn, as the 25-year-old striker has officially handed in...

Uganda: Landslide at Landfill Kills Eight

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Aug 13, 20241 min read

Uganda: Landslide at Landfill Kills Eight

A devastating landslide at a landfill in Kampala, Uganda's capital, has claimed the lives of eight people, authorities announced on...

Akon's $6 Billion Akon City Project in Jeopardy as Deadline Looms

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 13, 20241 min read

Akon's $6 Billion Akon City Project in Jeopardy as Deadline Looms

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.(1)

While Akon's vision is undeniably exciting, the lack of progress is concerning. The government's patience is wearing thin, and the people of

Nigerian Coach Rena Wakama Emerges Best Coach at Paris 2024 Olympics

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 13, 20241 min read

Nigerian Coach Rena Wakama Emerges Best Coach at Paris 2024 Olympics

head coach Rena Wakama of the senior women's basketball team, D'Tigress, emerged as a shining star. Wakama was named the best coach of the W

Ayra Starr's Rise to Fame: Notes from the Documentary, 'Dare to Dream'

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 13, 20243 min read

Ayra Starr's Rise to Fame: Notes from the Documentary, 'Dare to Dream'

'Dare to Dream', a 23 minute documentary which premiered on Youtube on August 1, 2024, chronicles Ayra Starr's journey to international...

Guinea Unveils Draft Constitution for Elections and Reform

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 13, 20241 min read

Guinea Unveils Draft Constitution for Elections and Reform

The document, set to be voted on by year's end, proposes a bicameral system comprising a National Assembly and Senate

DR Congo Releases 527 Prisoners Amidst Overcrowding Crisis

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 12, 20241 min read

DR Congo Releases 527 Prisoners Amidst Overcrowding Crisis

In a bid to address the severe overcrowding at Makala Central Prison in Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of Congo's government has released

Can Africa's Sporting Talent Realize Its Full Potential?

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 12, 20242 min read

Can Africa's Sporting Talent Realize Its Full Potential?

By investing in sports infrastructure and encouraging athletes to stay and develop their careers in Africa, countries can reap the benefits

Kagame Sworn in for Five-Year Term at Amahoro Stadium

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 11, 20241 min read

Kagame Sworn in for Five-Year Term at Amahoro Stadium

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.(1)

Today, August 11, 2024, President Paul Kagame was sworn in for a five-year term at Amahoro Stadium, Kigali, Rwanda. The stadium, recently re

Remembering Nigeria's 'Mr Flag Man': A Year On Without a State Funeral

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 11, 20242 min read

Remembering Nigeria's 'Mr Flag Man': A Year On Without a State Funeral

It's been a year since Taiwo Akinkunmi, the visionary designer of Nigeria's iconic green-white-green flag, passed away. Yet, despite promise

Malawi's Political Puzzle: Can Chakwera Find the Right Alliance?

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 10, 20241 min read

Malawi's Political Puzzle: Can Chakwera Find the Right Alliance?

Malawi's President Lazarus Chakwera has cleared the first hurdle in his bid for re-election, securing the backing of his party, the Malawi C

South Africa's Miss SA Pageant Embroiled in Citizenship Controversy

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 9, 20241 min read

South Africa's Miss SA Pageant Embroiled in Citizenship Controversy

s reported earlier by The Daily Pointers, Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber initiated the investigation following a request from the Miss

Ghana receives $155m WB support to Restore Degraded Coastal Areas

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Aug 9, 20243 min read

Ghana receives $155m WB support to Restore Degraded Coastal Areas

According to a report by The Daily Pointers, Ghana has received a total of $155 million to help restore the country’s degraded coastal...

African Union (AU) Leadership Race Heats Up: Four Prominent Politicians Vie for Top Job

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 9, 20242 min read

African Union (AU) Leadership Race Heats Up: Four Prominent Politicians Vie for Top Job

The AU's leadership has significant implications for regional and global affairs, making this election a closely watched event. The next Com

Nigeria Cracks Down on Protesters Waving Russian Flags Amid Economic Crisis

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Aug 8, 20241 min read

Nigeria Cracks Down on Protesters Waving Russian Flags Amid Economic Crisis

Nigerian police have arrested over 90 people at a protest against economic hardships, where demonstrators were seen waving Russian flags....

Protests Against Corruption and Hardship in Kenya Erupt Again

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 8, 20241 min read

Protests Against Corruption and Hardship in Kenya Erupt Again

Frustrated by systemic corruption, soaring unemployment, and rising living costs, young people in Kenya are planning a series of mass protes

Rwanda Cracks Down on Places of Worship: Over 5,600 Churches Closed

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Aug 8, 20241 min read

Rwanda Cracks Down on Places of Worship: Over 5,600 Churches Closed

the Rwandan government has launched a crackdown on churches and mosques, closing over 5,600 places of worship for failing to comply with hea

Uganda's Star Athletes Withdraw from 5,000m Race at Paris Olympics

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Aug 7, 20241 min read

Uganda's Star Athletes Withdraw from 5,000m Race at Paris Olympics

In a surprising turn of events, Uganda's top athletes Joshua Cheptegei and Jacob Kiplimo have pulled out of the 5,000m race at the Paris...