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Diogo Jota: Global Football Mourns Portuguese Star

The world of football is reeling after the tragic death of Diogo Jota, a Portuguese international and Liverpool FC forward, who died in a car accident early Thursday in Spain. He was 28. Jota, who had only recently undergone a minor surgery,
July 4, 2025

Uganda’s HIV Burden Grows Beyond 1.5 Million

Uganda is facing a renewed public health challenge as the number of people living with HIV/AIDS has climbed to over 1.5 million, according to new data released in 2024 by the Uganda AIDS Commission. The rise serves as a stark reminder that
July 4, 2025

Eleven Killed in Sudan Desert Gold Mine Collapse

A devastating mine collapse in northeastern Sudan has left eleven gold miners dead and seven others injured, in yet another tragic incident highlighting the dangerous conditions facing artisanal miners in the country. The collapse occurred at the Kirsh al-Fil site, deep in
June 30, 2025

East Africans To Shoulder Heavy Debt Repayments

The public debt crisis in East Africa is tightening its grip on national budgets, with fresh data showing that Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania will collectively spend over Tsh60 trillion (approx. $23 billion) on debt servicing during the 2025/2026 financial year. This growing
June 19, 2025

Woman in Kenya Claims to Be Virgin Mary

In a rural village in western Kenya, a woman’s extraordinary claim is drawing growing public attention—and sparking widespread discussion around faith, identity, and mental health. Judith Nafula, a 50-year-old resident of Busia County, has declared that she is the reincarnation of Mary,
June 17, 2025

African Child Day 2025 Demands Stronger Action

As the continent commemorated the International Day of the African Child on June 16, 2025, governments were urged to reflect on the progress and shortfalls since the adoption of child-focused budgeting and policies in 2010. This year’s theme, “Planning and Budgeting for
June 16, 2025
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