Residents of Kampala and neighbouring towns are living in fear as a series of violent gang attacks spreads across the Kampala Metropolitan Area (KMP). Armed with machetes, knives, and other weapons, these groups have targeted commuters, workers, and businesses, prompting widespread concern among loc
Feb 17, 2026
Thousands of passengers in Kenya were left stranded as a sudden strike by aviation workers disrupted operations at major airports, including Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi and smaller hubs like Kisumu International Airport. The labour action has caused flight delays, cancellat
Feb 17, 2026
John Steenhuisen, leader of South Africa’s Democratic Alliance (DA), the country’s second-largest political party, has decided not to seek re-election as party leader, following mounting pressure from both internal party factions and public criticism. The decision marks a significant turning point i
Feb 17, 2026
At least four people have died in Mozambique after Tropical Cyclone Gezani lashed the southern coastal province of Inhambane, while neighboring Madagascar continues to assess the widespread damage caused by the powerful storm. Although the cyclone did not make direct landfall in Mozambique, its stro
Feb 16, 2026
At least seven Ghanaian nationals have reportedly been killed in a violent terrorist attack in northern Burkina Faso, raising fresh concerns about the safety of civilians and cross-border traders operating within the Sahel region. The victims were said to be traders working in the town of Titao, a c
Feb 16, 2026
Cape Town is set to receive support from the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) as authorities intensify efforts to curb escalating gang violence across the city. The deployment, announced following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent State of the Nation Address, comes as police launch coor
Feb 15, 2026
The Ghana Boundary Commission has announced that work will soon commence on boundary pillar construction along the Ghana–Côte d’Ivoire border, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen border demarcation and ensure territorial clarity between the two countries. The initiative, which includes thorough
Feb 14, 2026
A Ghanaian man serving in the Russian army has stirred reactions online after boasting that his salary is enough to feed a family for three years. The statement, shared in a viral video, has sparked discussion about why some Ghanaians take up foreign military service and the economic pressures that
Feb 14, 2026
As Valentine’s Day unfolds, Dr. Nkem delivers a unique mix of political analysis and life lessons, reminding us that family, friendship, and personal values should take precedence over partisan loyalty. In a recent 40-minute video call, a friend raised concerns about high-profile donors in Nigeria’s
Feb 14, 2026
