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 …
Read More »The Marburg epidemic is over in Rwanda
In Rwanda, the epidemic linked to the Marburg virus, a cousin of Ebola, is officially over, the announcement being made after 42 days with no new cases. The epidemic, confirmed on September 27, 2024, was the first of its kind in the country. Out of 66 confirmed cases, 15 deaths …
Read More »Ghana: two miners dead as galamsey pit collapses
Two miners lost their lives when a galamsey pit caved in during the early hours of the day in Kukubi, the Kwaebibrem Municipal District, Ghana. Eyewitness accounts reveal that the two miners were trapped when the pit they were working in collapsed. Despite frantic efforts by fellow miners, only the …
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