Nestled in the heart of southern Ethiopia’s Borena Zone in the Oromia Region, Yaballo (also spelled Yabelo) is a captivating destination that’s rapidly evolving while fiercely guarding its rich cultural heritage. Once a quiet pastoral hub known for its resilient Borana Oromo communities, this growing town is now a symbol of harmonious progress—blending wide paved […]
In a continent brimming with untapped potential and resilient spirit, Africa’s development landscape in 2025 paints a picture of remarkable strides amid persistent challenges. As the world grapples with economic uncertainties, climate crises, and geopolitical shifts, the continent’s frontrunners are not just surviving—they’re thriving. Drawing from the latest Human Development Index (HDI) data released by […]
Latest Incident Comes Amid Regional Instability In the pre-dawn hush of December 7, 2025, the West African nation of Benin teetered on the brink of upheaval as a cadre of disgruntled soldiers stormed the state broadcaster, proclaiming the ouster of President Patrice Talon and the birth of a new military-led order. What unfolded in the […]
Bissau, Guinea-Bissau| In a stunning escalation of West Africa’s ongoing political volatility, Guinea-Bissau’s military has seized absolute control of the fragile nation-state, arresting President Umaro Sissoco Embaló in a bold coup d’état just hours before official results from a fiercely contested presidential election were set to be unveiled. The power grab, which unfolded amid gunfire […]
Isapa, Ekiti LGA, Kwara State| Barely 72 hours after gunmen stormed a church in the same village and kidnapped 38 worshippers, terror returned to the sleepy Isapa community on Monday night as heavily armed bandits abducted eleven residents in a coordinated and brazen raid. The fresh attack has plunged the agrarian community into deeper despair, […]
In a breathtaking display of cultural pride and artistic innovation, Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2025, Lyshanda Moyas, set the National Costume competition alight on November 19, 2025, in Nonthaburi, Thailand. Her ensemble, titled “Born of the Baobab, Forged in Flame”, transformed the iconic African Baobab tree into a living symbol of Zimbabwean resilience, ancestry, and transformation—a […]
– Insights on Family, Career, and Future Collabs with Sister Teni In the ever-evolving world of Nigerian music, where speculation often runs rampant, Afro-house sensation Niniola Apata has stepped forward to address swirling rumors about her personal life. The 38-year-old singer, best known for her infectious hits like “Maradona,” has firmly denied claims of a […]
In a historic milestone for Ethiopia and the African continent, the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) has revealed its instrumental role in financing over 91% of the construction costs for the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), Africa’s most ambitious hydropower project. With an investment exceeding 223 billion birr, the CBE’s unwavering support has propelled the […]
In a pivotal move to bolster Kenya’s economic ties with global partners, President William Ruto touched down in Yokohama City, Japan, on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, ahead of the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9). The high-profile summit, which officially commenced on Wednesday, August 20, and runs through Friday, August 22, serves […]
In a heart-wrenching incident that underscores the dire risks faced by migrants seeking better lives, seven Ethiopian migrants succumbed to hunger and thirst during a treacherous boat journey from Somalia to Yemen, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported on Wednesday. This devastating loss adds to the alarming toll of over 350 migrant deaths and […]
