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Fendika, an iconic nightclub steeped in Ethiopia’s traditional cabaret culture, narrowly avoided its impending demolition, giving a sigh of relief to its devoted patrons. Fendika, once among the 17 “azmari bet” venues in the Kazanchis district, holds significant historical value as a reminder of Addis Ababa’s jazz-infused era. Today, it stands as the sole survivor, […]
A Kenyan court acquitted a self-proclaimed preacher, Gilbert Deya, who had gained notoriety for his claims of enabling infertile couples to conceive “miracle babies” through prayer. The court cited insufficient evidence presented by the prosecutors in the case. Deya, a former stonemason who relocated from Kenya to London in the mid-90s, had been accused of […]
Senegal’s opposition leader Ousmane Sonko led a protest by banging pots and pans after authorities blocked a rally where he planned to publicly announce his candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections. Dressed in red to symbolize his anger, Sonko emerged outside his residence on Saturday evening to kick off the protest, engaging in symbolic pot-banging […]
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was discharged from Sheba medical centre near Tel Aviv on Sunday after being admitted for dehydration. The 73-year-old leader had spent the previous day in the scorching heat of the Sea of Galilee in Israel’s north, which caused him to experience dizziness. Netanyahu’s office and the hospital confirmed that he […]
The Syrian government’s decision to allow aid into rebel-held areas following the expiration of a United Nations mechanism has raised concerns among humanitarian groups. These groups fear for the welfare of residents in the last remaining rebel strongholds in the north and northwest of Syria after the Security Council failed to extend the mechanism. Under […]
Dhananjaya de Silva and Angelo Mathews showcased their batting prowess with impressive half-centuries, guiding Sri Lanka from a shaky start of 54-4 before lunch to a commendable 185-5 at tea on the first day of the Test match against Pakistan on Sunday. De Silva, unbeaten at 74, and Mathews, who scored 64, built a formidable […]
In a race against time to prevent a looming environmental catastrophe, a dilapidated oil tanker stranded off the coast of war-torn Yemen since 2015 has become a pressing concern for authorities. The vessel, known as the FSO Safer, holds over a million barrels of oil and poses a grave danger if it ruptures or explodes. […]
Renowned singer, actress, and fashion icon Jane Birkin, known for her influential presence in both British and French entertainment, has died at the age of 76, according to a close source. Birkin had been battling health issues in recent years, leading to the cancellation of her scheduled concerts. Details regarding the cause of her death […]
Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff expressed his frustration, likening their defeat to chasing ghosts for 20 minutes. The South African Rugby World Cup champions suffered a 35-20 mauling at the hands of the All Blacks during the Rugby Championship in New Zealand. The All Blacks made an explosive start, scoring two tries and amassing 17 points […]
Sudanese refugees who sought refuge in Libya due to the relentless violence in their homeland have appealed to the United Nations (UN) to intervene and alleviate their dire situation. Fleeing the ongoing conflict in Sudan, these refugees have been living in temporary accommodations, facing numerous challenges as they struggle to survive. Nour Ismail, a Sudanese […]
South Africa has taken decisive action by deploying the army in response to a series of mysterious truck attacks across the provinces of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), Mpumalanga (MP), Limpopo (LP), and Free State (FS). Over the course of five days, at least 21 trucks carrying goods were targeted, with armed assailants forcing drivers out of their […]
Libya’s Sharara and El Feel oilfields have resumed production on Saturday evening, according to an announcement made by the Libyan Oil Ministry on Sunday. The resumption comes after the release of former Finance Minister Faraj Boumtari, whose detention led to the shutdown of the oil fields last Thursday. Local tribesmen had demanded the release of […]
Tunisian rights groups have issued a call for immediate emergency aid and shelter for migrants who were expelled from Sfax last week. In support of their plight, dozens of people gathered in Tunis to protest and express solidarity with the stranded migrants. The city of Sfax, Tunisia’s second-largest city, witnessed racial tensions escalate following the […]
Sylhet, Bangladesh – In a thrilling encounter at the Sylhet International Stadium, Bangladesh secured a narrow two-wicket victory against Afghanistan in the first T20 international on Friday, defying Karim Janat’s impressive hat-trick in the final over. The match seemed to be well in control for the hosts as Towhid Hridoy and Shamim Hossain stitched together […]
Ousmane Sonko, the prominent opposition leader of Senegal, has called for peaceful protests after authorities prohibited a planned rally aimed at confirming his candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections. Sonko, representing the PASTEF-Patriots party, was officially nominated as their candidate for the February 25, 2024 elections, as stated in a party communiqué shared with AFP. […]
South Africa’s radical leftwing Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have expressed their openness to forming a grand coalition with centrists and other rivals. EFF leader Julius Malema made the announcement during a press briefing in Johannesburg, urging opposition parties to unite against the ANC. “The opposition parties should come together to unseat the ANC,” Malema emphasized. […]
Former South African President Jacob Zuma, who was ousted in 2018 due to corruption charges and currently faces prosecution, is reportedly in Moscow for medical treatment, according to his spokesperson. The announcement comes a day after a court ruling that reaffirmed Zuma’s obligation to serve a prison sentence. In a statement, Zuma’s spokesperson, Mzwanele Manyi, […]
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (Manul) has raised alarm over the escalating cases of abductions, detentions, and enforced disappearances targeting citizens and public figures, including a former minister. In a statement released on Thursday, the UN expressed deep concern regarding the pervasive abductions, arbitrary arrests, and disappearances carried out by various security entities […]
The Solomon Islands has refuted claims by Australia and other nations that its policing agreement with Beijing poses a threat to regional peace in the Pacific. The government of the Solomon Islands has stated that China’s involvement will enhance the capabilities of its 1,500 police officers in the areas of cybersecurity and community policing. Concerns […]
Hospital doctors in England carried out the largest walkout in the history of the UK’s publicly funded National Health Service (NHS) on Thursday, sparking fears about the well-being of patients. The five-day strike, driven by concerns over pay and staff retention, adds to the eight months of ongoing industrial action across the NHS, which is […]