179 people died in one of South Korea’s worst air disasters, which occurred at an airport in the southwest of the country on Sunday December 29. Some footage appears to show the aircraft touching down without employing its wheels or landing gear. It then skidded off the runway and crashed …
Read More »U.S: former president dies aged 100
Jimmy Carter, 39th President of the United States, died peacefully on Sunday December 29 at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. The former peanut farmer lived longer than any president in history and celebrated his 100th birthday in October. The Democrat served as president from 1977 to …
Read More »Groom dies during wedding ceremony
A newlywed Chief Inspector died during his wedding ceremony in Akyem Anmase, near Oda, in the Eastern Region of Ghana. The Chief Inspector who was the Station Officer at the Anamase Police Station, collapsed moments after arriving at the Anamase Hotel, the venue for the event. The groom, accompanied by …
Read More »The most attractive African cities in 2024
In the ranking of the 30 most attractive African cities, Cape Town and Casablanca come out on top for their economic and urban successes. Cape Town and Casablanca: benchmark cities Cape Town stands out for its innovative management and investment in infrastructure, while Casablanca is hailed for its impressive economic …
Read More »Several terrorists neutralized in Burkina Faso
In Burkina Faso, the army carried out several anti-terrorist operations during the end-of-year period, resulting in the neutralization of numerous terrorists. The army said that between December 13 and 23, fighting forces, supported by air assets, intensified their actions throughout the national territory, quoted by the Agence d’information du Burkina …
Read More »11 people killed in Benue attack on Christmas Day
At least 11 people were killed on Wednesday December 25 when suspected herdsmen invaded the communities of Ityuluv, Tse Azege and Innyiev ya in Mkomon district, Kwande local government area of Benue state, Nigeria. According to residents, the invaders stormed the communities when residents were celebrating the Christmas season. “The …
Read More »Ivory Coast: more than 150 clandestine clinics shut down
More than 150 clandestine clinics have been closed for non-compliance following a major operation by the Ivory Coast Department of Private Establishments and Health Professions (DEPPS). According to RFI, these health centers, deemed dangerous for patients, did not comply with current standards. The inspection mission carried out by the health …
Read More »Death toll from plane crash in Kazakhstan rises
A least 38 people have died after an Azerbaijani airliner crashed Wednesday near the Kazakh city of Aktau, according to reports. Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbaev visited survivors of the plane crash at the hospital and disclosed the death toll while meeting with Azerbaijani officials, reports said. A survivor at …
Read More »Mali: 26 people die in jihadist attacks
In Mali, at least 26 people were killed in terrorist attacks on Friday December 20, 2024 in the Bandiagara region,according to reports. The attacks were claimed by Jnim, the al-Qaeda-linked Groupe de soutien à l’Islam et aux musulmans. Between 3 and 10 p.m. on Friday December 20, seven villages in …
Read More »Nigeria: at least 32 killed in latest stampedes
In Nigeria, the death toll from stampedes at two Christmas charity events has risen to 32, including at least four children. As the country grapples with the worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation, large crowds had gathered to collect food and clothing distributed at the Christmas charity events. “The dead …
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