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Ethiopia Evacuates Residents as Volcano Shows Activity

A volcano in northeastern Ethiopia has begun showing signs that it could erupt, prompting local authorities to take swift action. On Friday, officials evacuated residents from the area and relocated them to temporary shelters, as reported by local media and the government’s
January 4, 2025

Zambian Police Officer Detained Over New Year Jailbreak

A Zambian police officer has been arrested for allegedly releasing 15 prisoners on New Year’s Eve in a bizarre incident that has shocked the nation. Detective Inspector Titus Phiri, reportedly under the influence of alcohol, is accused of taking the keys to
January 3, 2025

Zimbabwe Abolishes Death Penalty in Landmark Move

 Zimbabwe has officially abolished the death penalty, bringing a significant change to the country’s legal system. The move, which is expected to spare around 60 people currently on death row, has been hailed as a major step forward for human rights. Earlier
January 3, 2025

New Orleans Tragedy: 15 Killed in New Year’s Attack

A joyous New Year’s celebration turned tragic in New Orleans when a truck barreled into a crowd of revelers, killing 15 people and injuring more than 30. The attack occurred in the heart of the city’s French Quarter, shattering the festive atmosphere
January 3, 2025

Benjamin Mkapa Hospital Achieves 50 Kidney Transplants

The Benjamin Mkapa Hospital (BMH) in Dodoma has marked a significant milestone by successfully performing its 50th kidney transplant, a service it introduced six years ago. This achievement has saved Tanzanians an estimated TZS 1.6 billion in medical expenses that would otherwise
January 2, 2025

Tanzania Seeks Investors for $400 Million Soda Ash Plant

The National Development Corporation (NDC) has opened bids for the development of a soda ash processing plant in the Engaruka Basin, located in Monduli District, Arusha Region. This project, expected to cost $400 million, marks a significant milestone in Tanzania’s efforts to
December 31, 2024

Cyclone Chido Devastates Mozambique and Mayotte

Cyclone Chido, a storm of unprecedented strength, has left a trail of destruction across Mozambique and the Indian Ocean island of Mayotte. The cyclone, which struck Mozambique on Sunday, brought fierce winds reaching up to 260 kilometers per hour and heavy rains,
December 18, 2024

Concerns Over Mozambique’s Election Integrity Grow

Mozambique’s Constitution promises that sovereignty rests with the people, giving citizens the right to influence their government through elections, referendums, and other democratic processes. Article 2 of the Constitution states, “Sovereignty resides in the people. The Mozambican people exercise sovereignty in the
December 17, 2024
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