A truck fell into a river in southern Ethiopia on Sunday. This led to the deaths of at least 71 people. The accident took place in Sidama state.
The truck was on its way when it missed a bridge and plunged into the river below. A local official told Reuters about this. His name is Wosenyeleh Simion.
Many of the people on the truck had been at a wedding, guests at the party. The truck was carrying too many people, which likely caused the crash. Traffic police in the area reported this. More investigation is happening to learn additional details.
Out of the 71 people who died, most were men. There were 68 men and three women. The Sidama Police Commission Traffic Prevention and Control Directorate provided these numbers.
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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are no longer fighting in court. They have agreed to end their marriage. A lawyer shared this news.
The two actors married in 2014 and have six children together. They are often called "Brangelina."
In 2016, Jolie asked for a divorce. She said things were not working out. Later, she claimed Pitt was mean to her and two kids on a plane.
Pitt said this was not true. The police looked into it. They did not charge Pitt with any crime.
Jolie's lawyer said she wants peace for her family. The divorce process has been long, starting eight years ago. Jolie is tired but glad this part is done.
The couple wants to keep the details private. They have not shared much about their split. But some information has come...
The Kenya Met Department says most of Kenya will have sunny, dry weather in early 2025. The coast may get some rain. It could also rain a bit in the southeast and the highlands east of the Rift Valley.
The coast, northeast, northwest, and parts of the Rift Valley, Lake Victoria area, and southeast will be hot. Temperatures will top 30°C (86°F). The highlands east of the Rift Valley, central and south Rift Valley, and southeast will have cold nights. Temperatures will dip below 10°C (50°F).
Nairobi and nearby areas might have light rain on New Year's Day 2025. The highlands east of the Rift Valley could see showers. This includes Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang'a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi and Nairobi.
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Raila Odinga, who used to be the prime minister of Kenya, has kicked off a big festival in Siaya County, Kenya. The festival is called the Piny Luo Festival and will last for three days.
The festival brings together Luo people from all over the world. They come to celebrate their culture and roots. The theme this year is "Luo Unity in Diversity and Diaspora."
James Orengo is the Governor of Siaya County. He was very happy to welcome the Luo community to the festival. This is the 4th time they have held the event.
Luo people come from many different countries. They traveled from Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and even the DRC. Governor Orengo greeted them in the Luo language. He said, "Warwakou Siaya," which means...
The Kenyan judiciary is mourning the loss of a respected judge. Hon. John Tito Kunyuk passed away after a long illness. He was the Principal Kadhi at the Nakuru Law Courts.
Chief Justice Martha Koome shared the sad news and expressed her deep sorrow in a message of condolence. Koome described Kunyuk as a dedicated judicial officer whose career was marked by a strong commitment to justice, scholarship, and serving his community.
"I wish to extend my deepest condolences to Kunyuk's family, relatives, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time," Koome said.
Kunyuk started working for the Judiciary in January 2013. He was appointed a Resident Kadhi and posted to the Kajiado Law Courts. Over the years, he served with unwavering...
Man Gets 12 Years for Bicycle Theft at Gunpoint.
A court in Mutare sent a man to prison for stealing a teen's bike with a gun. Josiah Saungweme, 30, must serve 12 years after a judge found him guilty.
The crime took place on a road near 22 Miles in Marange last September. Saungweme acted like he needed help finding his way. He stopped a 17-year-old boy who rode past on a silver Buffalo bike.
The truth came out fast. Instead of asking for help, Saungweme pulled out a Blow F92 pistol. He aimed it at the scared teen and ordered him to give up his bike. The young rider had no choice but to hand it over.
The teen went straight to the police. They tracked down Saungweme at his home in Bvirindi B, near Chief Zimunya's area. He faces his...
Chinese Control of Zimbabwe's Resources Raises Alarms.
A leading voice in Zimbabwe warns that China's grip on the nation's wealth keeps growing stronger. Eddie Cross, a respected economist, points to troubling signs of Chinese dominance in the country's mining sector.
Eddie Cross reveals that 85,000 Chinese people live in Zimbabwe. They run operations that strip away valuable minerals, leaving damaged land behind. The damage could harm future generations, he says.
Zimbabwe sits on vast treasures beneath its soil. The nation owns the world's best chrome deposits - worth about $100 trillion. It also has rich stores of lithium and other precious minerals. Yet these riches flow mainly to China, Cross explains.
Chinese companies will...
Zimbabwe Court Delays Ruling in Political Leadership Fight.
A battle over party control has erupted in Zimbabwe's main opposition group. The Citizens Coalition for Change faces deep rifts as its secretary general, Sengezo Tshabangu, removed several leaders from their roles in Parliament.
The High Court heard an urgent case but did not make a ruling right away. Judge Neville Wamambo said he would decide later.
Party leader Welshman Ncube and other top officials asked the court to step in. They want to block Tshabangu from kicking them out of important committees. The group includes deputy leader Lynette Karenyi Kore, Sesel Zwidzai, and Edwin Mushoriwa.
The fired leaders say Tshabangu broke the rules. They claim he had no power to...
Zimbabwe Extends Work Life for Government Workers.
Zimbabwe made big changes to the age at which state workers can retire. Starting next year, they can work until age 70 instead of 65.
The news came through official papers signed on December 30. State workers still have a choice to leave at age 60. They just need to tell their bosses three months before they go.
Soldiers have different rules. They used to stop working at 50. The new rule lets them serve until 55. War veterans can stay even longer - up to 65 years old.
Police officers face a major shift. They must now work 30 years before they can claim their pension. The old rule only asked for 20 years.
These changes affect thousands of workers across Zimbabwe. The government...
