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Stampede at Maha Kumbh Mela Leaves Several Dead

January 29, 2025
What was meant to be a deeply spiritual gathering turned into a tragedy early Wednesday when a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela left at least seven people dead and around ten others injured. The massive Hindu pilgrimage, which draws millions of

Congo Protests Turn Violent as Embassies Targeted

January 29, 2025
Tensions boiled over in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Tuesday as angry protesters stormed several embassies in the capital, Kinshasa, accusing foreign nations of turning a blind eye to the ongoing conflict in the country’s volatile east. The demonstrations erupted

$40 Billion to Boost Africa’s Energy Access

January 28, 2025
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the World Bank have jointly pledged a total of $40 billion to the “Mission 300” initiative. The ambitious goal of the project is to bring electricity to 300 million people across Africa by 2030. Dr. Akinwumi

Tanzania Faces Tough Times as USAID Suspends Funding

January 28, 2025
Tanzania’s agricultural sector, especially initiatives aimed at empowering youth and women, is facing a potential crisis after the United States announced a 90-day suspension on foreign aid. This decision has left more than 60 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in a vulnerable position, as

Congo Accuses Rwanda of Supporting Goma Rebels

January 28, 2025
Tensions are running high in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as the government has accused Rwanda of backing M23 rebels in their attempt to seize control of Goma, a key city in the eastern part of the country. Speaking to the

IMF Urges Investment in Africa’s Renewables

January 28, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted the enormous potential of Africa’s renewable energy sector, urging an annual investment of $25 billion to significantly boost electricity production across the continent. According to IMF Deputy Managing Director Bo Li, such an investment could
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