Benin Detains Three Men Over Alleged Coup Plot
Benin’s state prosecutor has announced the arrest of three men, including a former minister and the head of President Patrice Talon’s security, for allegedly plotting a coup. Ex-sports minister Oswald Homeky was apprehended while handing over six bags of money to Colonel Djimon Dieudonne Tevoedjre, head of the Republican Guard, who was allegedly bribed not […]
Congo’s President Urges Global Community to Sanction Rwanda
Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi has called for international sanctions against Rwanda for its alleged support of the M23 rebel group, which has aggravated the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, Tshisekedi claimed that the Rwandan-backed rebel forces are responsible for a crisis that has […]
Sudanese Army Launches Offensive to Retake Khartoum
The Sudanese army launched a major offensive in Khartoum on Thursday in an attempt to regain territory previously lost to its rival, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), early in the country’s ongoing civil war. Witnesses reported heavy fighting across bridges linking Khartoum, Omdurman, and Bahri as the army aimed to dislodge RSF forces entrenched in […]
Tunisian Presidential Candidate Receives Second Prison Sentence in a Week
Tunisian presidential candidate Ayachi Zammel has been sentenced to six months in prison for falsifying documents, his second sentence in a week. Zammel, one of only three candidates approved to run in the election, alongside incumbent President Kais Saied and Zouhair Magzhaoui, was only just sentenced to 20 months last week for falsifying popular endorsements. […]
Why Are Parents Sending Toddlers to Boarding School in Lesotho?
Boarding schools for toddlers and preschoolers are gaining popularity in Lesotho, driven by economic pressures and the country’s high migration rates. Many parents, particularly lower-skilled workers, leave their children behind to seek better-paying jobs in neighboring South Africa. These schools, like the Child Guidance Center (CGC) in Maseru, offer care, education, and lodging, making them […]
Exploring The Sahara Desert
By Nomvelo Masango Although it may look like there is nothing but sand and sky, the Sahara Desert is actually worth exploring. It boasts magical sunsets, as well as unbelievable beauty and tranquility. There are also a number of interesting activities to partake in. As you explore the Sahara Desert, here are a few things to […]
