Local gender equality activist releases a book

Nigeria's Kano State declared Monday a day of mourning following a tragic road accident that resulted in the deaths of 22 people, including athletes, coaches, officials, medical staff, and a journalist, while returning from the National Sports Festival in Abeokuta. The state bus overturned near Dakatsalle, injuring nine others, with one person unhurt. Shehu Dikko, chairman of the Nigeria Sports Commission, expressed heartbreak over the loss of promising athletes who had recently represented their state...

The UK has shifted its stance to support Morocco's autonomy proposal for Western Sahara, which grants Morocco ultimate sovereignty while allowing local self-governance. This change, announced by Foreign Secretary David Lammy during a visit to Rabat, is linked to securing investment opportunities for the 2030 men's football World Cup and enhancing bilateral infrastructure collaboration. Algeria, opposing this position, expressed regret, citing that Morocco's plan has not been presented for negotiation, amid ongoing tensions over the...

Kenyans are outraged over the detention of software developer Rose Njeri, who was arrested for creating a tool to help citizens oppose a government finance bill feared to increase living costs. Following a police raid on her Nairobi home, activists gathered to demand her release, arguing her detention reflects governmental oppression. Njeri's tool highlighted concerning clauses in the bill, including amendments allowing tax authorities to access personal data without court orders, and she expressed worry...

Summary Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection characterized by its rapid ability to mutate and resist antibiotics. Common symptoms include painful urination and genital discharge; however, many individuals may remain asymptomatic. This infection poses significant public health concerns due to its increasing resistance to treatment options. Full Article

Getty ImagesMany South Africans are deeply attached to their landSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa has sparked controversy by approving a law allowing the state to expropriate privately owned land without compensation, a move criticized by US President Donald Trump and local opposition parties for threatening property rights. While the government asserts that compensation will be provided in most cases to increase black land ownership, legal experts clarify that expropriation without compensation (EWC) would only occur...

Sundowns vs. Pyramids Match SummarySundowns, the 2016 champions, faced pressure after Pyramids' Walid El Karti scored a stoppage-time equaliser in their tie. Despite Sundowns' early intent, they struggled with misplaced passes and lacked attacking fluency, allowing Pyramids' Mayele to score the opener after a defensive error. Although Sundowns rallied with a late goal from Rayners, they failed to equalize, and Pyramids' goalkeeper El Shenawy made crucial saves to secure the win. Full Article