Lakurawa Unleashes Terror on Nigeria-Niger Border
Lakurawa, a new armed group operating along the Nigeria-Niger border, has intensified attacks on remote villages, exacerbating instability in the region. The group, initially formed by herdsmen hired to combat banditry, evolved into an organized militia, now targeting the same communities they were created to defend. Lakurawa has killed dozens of people and provides monetary […]
Mali’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Law: What It Means for the Country
Mali’s military junta has enacted laws criminalizing same-sex relationships, further eroding human rights in the nation. The new penal code, effective December 13, 2024, imposes up to seven years’ imprisonment and hefty fines for same-sex acts or any actions perceived as supporting homosexuality. These measures expand on Mali’s constitution, which defines marriage as a union […]
Tanzania Denies WHO Report of Suspected Marburg Virus Outbreak
Tanzania has rejected a World Health Organization (WHO) report of a suspected Marburg virus outbreak in the Kagera region. The WHO had flagged nine suspected cases, including eight deaths, within five days, but Tanzania’s Health Minister Jenista Mhagama confirmed that lab tests found no evidence of the virus. According to her, Tanzania, which experienced its […]
Benin Celebrates Voodoo with Famed Annual Festival
The annual Voodoo festival in Ouidah, southern Benin, merges spirituality and tourism, attracting thousands of locals and foreigners. Known as a hub for gods and spirits, the celebration honors one of the world’s oldest religions through traditional ceremonies, dances, and rituals. Voodoo draws heavily from the Yoruba culture of Nigeria and influences from neighboring Togo […]
Morocco Becomes Africa’s Top Tourist Destination with Record 17.4M Visitors
Morocco has claimed the top spot of Africa’s most visited country, attracting 17.4 million international tourists in 2024. This marks a 20% increase from 2023 and a 33% leap from 2019’s pre-pandemic figures. This milestone surpassed Egypt, the previous leader, which recorded 15.7 million visitors in 2024. Tourism revenue in Morocco also rose to $11 […]
