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14 dead in head-on collision in Namibia

Andrew Mbeki August 31, 2025

Namibia In a devastating incident on Saturday morning, fourteen lives were lost in a horrific head-on collision on Highway B1 near Mariental, located about 270 kilometers from Windhoek. According to police, the crash involved a police van and a vehicle from the Namibian Prison Service.

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UN builds base in South Sudan to protect civilians

Howard Mildilton August 31, 2025

United Nations The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) said Friday it’s constructing a new temporary base in the Tambura region in South Sudan. “This signifies a lot because we have a lot of resources and by positioning ourselves in that new temporary operating base, we can do more patrols and do more engagements, […]

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Zimbabwe’s President meets Pope

Kristi Lucas August 31, 2025

Vatican Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa met Pope Leo XIV on Saturday at the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican. According to the Holy See Press Office, the discussions in the Secretariat of State focused on the positive relations between the Holy See and Zimbabwe. The conversations covered various aspects of Zimbabwe’s political and economic situation,

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Global Missing Persons: Red Cross reports 70% spike

Howard Mildilton August 30, 2025

Migration The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement reported today a dramatic 70% surge in the number of people registered as missing globally, a grim milestone driven by escalating conflicts, mass migration, and a weakening adherence to the laws of war. The figure, which has risen to 284,000 from 169,500 in just five years, […]

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Ukraine nuclear city became a stronghold of fear as Russia strikes hot

Harrison Mason August 29, 2025

Ukraine The Soviet planners who founded Enerhodar in 1970 bestowed the city with a fitting name: “the gift of energy.” For decades, the southern Ukrainian city was an affluent company town for power plant workers and their young families, with tree-lined avenues and tall apartment blocks. But as the Russian occupation enters its fourth year, the hub […]

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Nigeria’s Plateau child Protection Network make case for 5-year old female, citing abduction

Kingsley Chukwuka August 29, 2025

Nigeria The Child Protection Network (CPN) in Nigeria’s Plateau northcentral stste, has expressed deep concern over the case of Bethel fondly called Kawa, a 5-year-old girl whose image and identity was recently shared online by a lady who is said to be her “manager.” CPN in a statement made available to reporters in Jos on […]

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Microsoft fires four staff for protesting company’s support for Israel

Harrison Mason August 29, 2025

USA Microsoft has fired four employees who participated in protests on company premises against the firm’s ties to Israel as it wages war i Gaza, including two who took part in a sit-in this week at the office of the company’s president. Anna Hattle and Riki Fameli received voicemails informing them that they were fired, the protest […]

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Nigeria’s gov’t (SGF) lauds former permanent secretaries

Dooyum Naadzenga August 29, 2025

Nigeria The Federal Government has expressed deep appreciation for the Council of Former Permanent Secretaries (CORFEPS) for their contributions toward strengthening governance and improving efficiency within Nigeria’s public sector.  This commendation was made by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, CON, during a courtesy visit

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Israel not ready for peace – Egypt, Qatar laments renewed bombardment in Gaza

Ethan Asher August 28, 2025

Gaza Mediators Egypt and Qatar were still waiting for Israel’s response to a 60-day ceasefire proposal in Gaza Strip which has been accepted by Hamas, Qatari foreign minister said Thursday. The proposal, which Egyptian and Qatari mediators delivered to Israel earlier this month calls for a 60-day ceasefire in exchange for the release of 10 […]

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Gaza fall again as Israel resumes offensive

Ethan Asher August 28, 2025

Gaza Israeli tanks have pushed into a new areas on the edge of Gaza City as it steps up its bombardment of the Palestinian urban centre. Residents in suburbs on the outskirts said tanks shelled houses, forcing people who were caught by surprise to move deeper into the city. Israel is preparing to launch a […]