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From Cameroon to Nigeria, separatist conflicts keep children out of school
Limbe, Cameroon & Eket, Nigeria — It’s just before 3pm on a weekday and 17-year-old Paul Ngwa* is returning home from his job at a phone and watch repair workshop in Limbe, a coastal town in the southwest region of Cameroon. Tired and sweaty, he gets ready to head out to his second job as a…
Military governor of DRC’s North Kivu province killed in M23 rebel assault
. The military governor of North Kivu province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has died from injuries sustained during fighting on the front line, local authorities say, as M23 rebel fighters close in on the provincial capital, Goma. The circumstances around the death of Major General Peter Cirimwami were unclear, but Cirimwami, who led army…
DRC cuts diplomatic ties with Rwanda over violence, UN calls emergency meet
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is severing diplomatic ties with Rwanda and the United Nations Security Council has called an emergency meeting as the fighting between the Congolese army and the M23 armed group intensifies. The three-year-old M23 rebellion in DRC’s mineral-rich east has intensified this month, with the rebels seizing control of more…
Nigerian Singer Bloody Civilian Comes Out as Lesbian
Nigerian Singer Bloody Civilian Comes Out as Lesbian In a bold and groundbreaking revelation, Nigerian singer-songwriter Bloody Civilian has come out as a lesbian, sparking widespread reactions across the entertainment industry and beyond. The artist, known for her unapologetic lyrics and fearless personality, made the announcement on her social media platforms, declaring, “I’m actually a…
Naira Marley Files ₦500 Million Lawsuit Against Hotkid Over Copyright Infringement
In a dramatic turn of events, Nigerian music star Naira Marley has taken legal action against fellow artist Hotkid, accusing him of copyright infringement. According to reports, the lawsuit, filed at the Lagos State High Court, demands ₦500 million in damages from Hotkid for allegedly using parts of Naira Marley’s intellectual property without proper…
‘Fear is the point’: Immigrant rights groups brace for fight against Trump
He rescinded guidance limiting where immigration raids can take place, cancelled asylum claims at the southern border and grounded refugees already approved for entry into the US, as part of a wider suspension of the US refugee programme. Though widespread arrests have yet to materialise, immigration rights advocates on Friday said Trump has already caused…
Pete Hegseth confirmed as US defence chief in tiebreaker Senate vote
Hegseth’s nomination had been rocked by allegations of alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct. Pete Hegseth has been confirmed as the United States defence secretary, with Vice President JD Vance casting the vote to break a 50-50 tie, underscoring the controversy over his nomination which has been rocked by allegations of alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct. Friday’s…
US hits record arms sales in 2024 driven by Ukraine demand
US arms export growth was driven by countries seeking to replenish weapons stocks that were donated to Ukraine. The sale of United States military equipment to foreign governments in 2024 surged 29 percent to a record $318.7bn, the US State Department said, a figure that includes the sale of jet fighters worth $18.8bn to Israel…
Australian Open: Madison Keys – Teenage prodigy to Grand Slam champ at 29
Madison Keys wins her first Grand Slam by ending Aryna Sabalenka’s hopes of a third straight Australian Open title. Madison Keys arrived in Australia under the radar and with the modest goal of seeing how well she could perform with her 30th birthday looming next month. The resilient American now has the answer after defeating two-time…
Dozens killed in drone attack on hospital in Sudan’s Darfur
Attacks on healthcare facilities rampant in besieged el-Fasher, where army-aligned militias are pushing back RSF fighters. Dozens of patients have been killed in a drone attack on one of the last functioning hospitals in el-Fasher in Sudan’s Darfur region. The attack on Friday killed 67 people and injured dozens, local activists and a medical source…