H.E. Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat Concludes Egyptian-Hungarian Business Forum with Participation of 126 Companies Across Various Investment Sectors

Ghana's national cathedral project, initiated by former President Nana Akufo-Addo with a $58 million public investment, remains largely unbuilt, symbolizing economic mismanagement as the country faces severe financial distress. Designed by celebrity architect David Adjaye, the project stalled at its foundations, attracting criticism and becoming a political issue after Akufo-Addo's pledge to God to construct it if elected. The new government has since halted funding, deeming the cathedral unnecessary amid ongoing economic challenges, while the...

In January, a migrant boat was rescued off the North African coast after 14 days lost at sea, resulting in approximately 50 deaths, many due to smuggler deceit about safe routes to Europe. BBC Verify tracked Fadi Gujjar, a smuggler who boasted a careful online presence while exploiting desperate migrants from Pakistan, including Sufian Ali and Atif Shahzad, who tragically died on the journey. Survivors revealed that Gujjar falsely promised safe passage, but once in...

Bertram Hill & Tamasin FordBBC Africa EyeThe BBC has identified members of Kenya's security forces responsible for the shooting deaths of unarmed anti-tax protesters outside parliament on June 25, 2024. Despite the constitutional right to protest and public outcry, there has been no accountability or report from the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, following a parliamentary directive for an investigation. The analysis reveals a detailed timeline of events, including the chaotic atmosphere as protesters clashed with...

The home of missing Joshlin Smith was destroyed by fire shortly after Judge Nathan Erasmus convicted her mother, Racquel "Kelly" Smith, her partner, Jacquen "Boeta" Appollis, and their friend, Steveno van Rhyn, of kidnapping and trafficking in the Western Cape High Court on Friday. The timing of the fire raises questions about its connection to the recent convictions. This incident adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation into Joshlin's disappearance. Full Article

SummaryAn Ivorian court has banned Thiam from the upcoming presidential election due to a dispute over his nationality, ruling that he lost his Ivorian citizenship when he became a French citizen in 1987. Although Thiam has renounced his French nationality, the court determined he should be removed from the electoral roll since he was a French national at the time of registration, making the decision unchallengeable and potentially ending his presidential aspirations. Despite this, Thiam...

Nigeria's Regulatory Challenges for MetaMeta faces the potential shutdown of Facebook and Instagram in Nigeria due to significant fines and regulatory demands, totaling over $290 million, imposed by three Nigerian agencies for various violations. The Nigerian Data Protection Commission's strict requirements, including prior approval for data transfers and educational content on data privacy, have been deemed "unrealistic" by Meta, which unsuccessfully challenged the fines in court. The company must comply by the end of June...