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Africa Confronts Escalating Urban Waste Pollution Crisis

African cities are facing mounting environmental pressure from rapidly increasing solid waste pollution, forcing governments across the continent to introduce tougher regulations and new accountability measures aimed at preventing a worsening public health and ecological crisis. From overcrowded landfills to plastic-clogged waterways
June 3, 2026

Nollywood Star Alex Ekubo Dies At 40

The African entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of celebrated Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo, who reportedly passed away at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer. News of his death emerged Tuesday evening, sending shockwaves
May 13, 2026

Tanzania Rolls Out Universal Health Insurance

The Government of Tanzania has officially begun implementing a nationwide Universal Health Insurance programme targeting low-income households, in a major step aimed at expanding access to affordable healthcare services across the country. The initiative follows the allocation of Sh48.8 billion to support
May 11, 2026

Former Botswana President Festus Mogae Dies at 86

Former Botswana president Festus Mogae, the respected economist and statesman credited with strengthening democratic governance and leading one of Africa’s most recognised responses to the HIV/AIDS crisis, has died at the age of 86, the Botswana government confirmed on Friday. Mogae, who
May 8, 2026

Four Held Over Brutal Student Murder In Tanzania

Police in Tanzania have arrested four suspects in connection with the killing of a student from the Institute of Finance Management following the discovery of his body in a river in Dar es Salaam under disturbing circumstances. Authorities from the Dar es
May 7, 2026

Ashlee Jenae Funeral Arrangements Announced

Online content creator Ashly Robinson is expected to be honored with public viewings in the United States in early May 2026, ahead of her funeral service in New Jersey, according to family announcements and international media reports. Family members have confirmed that
May 1, 2026

Tanzania Sparks Global Debate Over Khat Legalisation Policy

A controversial proposal inside Tanzania’s Parliament is rapidly drawing international attention, after a senior lawmaker called for the legalisation of mirungi better known globally as khat arguing that the plant could unlock new economic opportunities if properly regulated. The proposal, raised on
April 30, 2026

Nigeria Faces Renewed Deadly Rural Violence

At least 29 people have been killed in a coordinated armed attack in northeastern Nigeria, underscoring the deepening security crisis in Africa’s most populous nation as authorities struggle to contain persistent violence in remote rural regions. According to security officials, armed men
April 29, 2026
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