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Kenya Airport Workers Strike Over Lease

Hundreds of travelers have been stranded at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport following a strike by airport staff. The strike began on Wednesday at midnight, prompted by ongoing disputes over the Kenyan government’s plans to lease the airport to Indian conglomerate Adani Enterprises.
September 11, 2024

Ugandan Athlete’s Ex-Lover Dies After Attack

The former partner of Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei, Dickson Ndiema has died from severe burn injuries sustained in an attack on Cheptegei at her home in Trans Nzoia. Ndiema passed away on Monday night at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
September 10, 2024

Fuel Tanker Explosion Kills 48

Nigeria, has claimed the lives of at least 48 people after a fuel tanker collided with another vehicle and exploded. The tanker, loaded with petrol, collided with a truck carrying cattle and passengers in the Agaie district, resulting in a massive fire
September 9, 2024

G7 Countries Urged to Strengthen Global Cooperation

President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and Speaker of the National Assembly of Tanzania, Dr. Tulia Ackson, emphasized the critical importance for nations, particularly those in the G7, to enhance international cooperation for global security and collective development. Dr. Ackson’s remarks were
September 7, 2024

Globally Outraged By Man’s Rape Scheme

A man stands trial for allegedly drugging and raping his wife multiple times, while also encouraging other men to assault her during her unconscious state. The accusations, outlined in court documents, paint a disturbing picture of systemic abuse that has left many
September 5, 2024

US Seizes Venezuelan Aircraft Over Sanctions Violation

The United States has confiscated a Dassault Falcon 900EX jet previously used by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, relocating it from the Dominican Republic to Florida. The US Justice Department announced the seizure on Monday, stating that the plane’s acquisition breached US sanctions.
September 3, 2024

Putin Unveils Medal for Great Patriotic War

Russian President Vladimir Putin, has signed a decree to establish the commemorative medal “80 Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945.” This medal will be awarded to veterans of the Great Patriotic War and others as specified in the
September 3, 2024
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