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Mandisa Maya Becomes South Africa's First Female Chief Justice

Jul 26, 20241 min read

Mandisa Maya Becomes South Africa's First Female Chief Justice

In a groundbreaking move, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Mandisa Maya as South Africa's first female Chief Justice. Maya, currently

Zambia Still in Shock After Murder of Broadcasting Regulator Boss

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 26, 20241 min read

Zambia Still in Shock After Murder of Broadcasting Regulator Boss

The abduction and murder of Guntila Muleya, Zambia's newly appointed broadcasting regulator chief, has sent shockwaves across the nation.

Death Toll from Ethiopia Landslides Reaches 257, UN Warns of Potential 500 Casualties

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 25, 20241 min read

Death Toll from Ethiopia Landslides Reaches 257, UN Warns of Potential 500 Casualties

The devastating landslides that struck southern Ethiopia's Gofa Zone on Sunday and Monday have claimed the lives of at least 257 people, wit

Meet Wode Maya: The Ghanaian YouTuber Connecting Africa

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 25, 20242 min read

Meet Wode Maya: The Ghanaian YouTuber Connecting Africa

In a world where cultural divides often seem insurmountable, one Ghanaian YouTuber is on a mission to bridge the gap between Africa and...

Kenyan Opposition Parties Join Forces with Embattled Government

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 24, 20242 min read

Kenyan Opposition Parties Join Forces with Embattled Government

Kenya's President, William Ruto has nominated key allies of main opposition leader Raila Odinga to his cabinet, in the latest move to quell

Resurgence of Protests and Planned Protests in Africa

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 23, 20242 min read

Resurgence of Protests and Planned Protests in Africa

What urgent steps should be taken? The recent wave of protests and unrest in Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria has brought to the forefront the...

Unveiling the Richness of African History and Heritage Sites

Jennifer Lamptey

Jul 22, 20242 min read

Unveiling the Richness of African History and Heritage Sites

Let's celebrate and preserve them for future generations by visiting, sharing, supporting conservation efforts, and learning more.

Uganda Protest Organisers Playing with Fire, say Yoweri Museveni

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 22, 20242 min read

Uganda Protest Organisers Playing with Fire, say Yoweri Museveni

The president of Uganda, Yoweri Museveni has put out a note of warning to protesters that they will be "playing with fire" if they press ah

Tensions Escalate Between Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire: Can Diplomacy Prevail?

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 20, 20242 min read

Tensions Escalate Between Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire: Can Diplomacy Prevail?

In a recent development, Burkina Faso received 173 of its nationals who were expelled from Cote d'Ivoire, amidst rising tensions between the

A Call to Action on Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 19, 20242 min read

A Call to Action on Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis

The humanitarian crisis in Sudan has reached a breaking point, with millions of innocent lives hanging in the balance. The situation is dire

Gambian Parliament Upholds Historic Ban on Female Genital Mutilation

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 18, 20242 min read

Gambian Parliament Upholds Historic Ban on Female Genital Mutilation

Gambia’s parliament has voted to uphold the landmark law banning female genital mutilation (FGM) in the largely Muslim nation, despite effor

Kagame wins with Landslide Victory in Rwanda Election - Partial Results

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 16, 20241 min read

Kagame wins with Landslide Victory in Rwanda Election - Partial Results

Rwandan President Paul Kagame is poised to extend his 24-year rule by another five years, with partial results showing him leading with 99.1

Extremists in Northern Part of Mozambique have Weaponized Rape

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 16, 20241 min read

Extremists in Northern Part of Mozambique have Weaponized Rape

Extremist groups are using rape as a weapon, forcing young girls into marriages with their fighters. This heinous practice is not only a vio

Mozambicans Celebrate the Legacy of Queen Achivanjila

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 15, 20241 min read

Mozambicans Celebrate the Legacy of Queen Achivanjila

Queen Achivanjila was a brave leader who fought against Portuguese colonialism in Mozambique. She also defended people who were enslaved. To

Death Cases in Nigerian School Building Collapse: A Call for Proactive Steps Towards Educational Infrastructure

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 15, 20242 min read

Death Cases in Nigerian School Building Collapse: A Call for Proactive Steps Towards Educational Infrastructure

Described by local authorities as an "avoidable tragedy," the collapse of the two-story building highlights significant flaws in constructio

Court Holds Nigerian Government Accountable for Human Rights Violations During #EndSARS Protests

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 12, 20242 min read

Court Holds Nigerian Government Accountable for Human Rights Violations During #EndSARS Protests

A West African Court Holds Nigerian Government Accountable for Human Rights Violations During #EndSARS Protests

Kenya's President Ruto Dismisses Nearly all Cabinet Members

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 11, 20241 min read

Kenya's President Ruto Dismisses Nearly all Cabinet Members

Wisdom C. Nwoga The president of Kenya, William Ruto has taken the drastic step of firing almost his entire cabinet, following weeks of...

Wild Beauty: “The Imperative of African Wildlife Conservation"

Jennifer Lamptey

Jul 11, 20242 min read

Wild Beauty: “The Imperative of African Wildlife Conservation"

Africa's vast savannas, dense forests, and majestic mountains are home to an incredible array of wildlife.

Addressing the Ugly Trend of Human Capital Flight in Africa

Wisdom C. Nwoga

Jul 10, 20244 min read

Addressing the Ugly Trend of Human Capital Flight in Africa

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Human capital flight which is commonly referred to as brain drain, is simply the migration of skilled professionals and talented individuals

How Aicha Evans is Pioneering Autonomous Vehicle Technology and Empowering Women in STEM

patrickonyekakogwu

Jul 6, 20242 min read

How Aicha Evans is Pioneering Autonomous Vehicle Technology and Empowering Women in STEM

Some women have for long been putting the African continent on the global stage. So, on today's edition of Broots, we will be celebrating...