A trolleybus hit a woman in St. Petersburg city center on Saturday morning. The 44-year-old pedestrian died at the scene after the accident happened around 8:00 AM near building 57 on Gorokhovaya Street. Police reported that the victim suddenly ran into the road outside any marked crossing area. The 43-year-old female driver could not stop the public vehicle in time. The impact threw the pedestrian onto the nearby sidewalk.
Officials released video footage showing the entire incident. The recording reveals how the woman unexpectedly started crossing the street when the trolleybus struck her. The collision occurred with such force that it launched her body back toward the walkway. Local authorities confirmed she suffered fatal injuries...
President Netumbo Ndandi-Ndaitwah honored former leaders as Swapo celebrated its 65th birthday on April 19. She remembered founding president Sam Nujoma, who died on February 8th. She also paid respect to the third president, Hage Geingob, who passed away on February 4th, 2024. Their brave actions created peace for Namibia. Their work established political stability that shapes the nation today.
She thanked citizens for trusting Swapo with leadership for another five years. The November 27 elections showed people want to build a better country together. Everyone chose a path of hope for all Namibians. The president believes they must look forward with new determination. The nation needs to honor its past but focus on future progress...
Small business owners sell food at the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, which is happening right at Outjo Sport Stadium. They want more customers to visit their stands during this event. Many vendors arrived early Friday, before the games started. They stayed late, packing up after everyone left. Some sellers felt disappointed with the first-day sales.
Bianca Ilonga cooked extra food that went unsold. She hopes business improves as the tournament continues. Carolla Kavendji had similar problems but plans to change her offerings. She thanks the organizers for giving entrepreneurs a chance to promote their businesses. Christoline Gawises enjoyed better success with her sales. She appreciates these rare opportunities for small businesses...
Elias Nalukoola Luyimbazi brought nine law firms together to protect his March election win as Kawempe North MP. His rival, Faridah Nambi Kigongo from NRM, wants the court to cancel his victory. George Musisi leads this legal team, which just received her petition. They must review it quickly before filing their response. The Electoral Commission declared Nalukoola the winner with 17,939 votes against Nambi's 9,058.
Nambi claims voters at 14 polling stations never had their votes counted. She says Nalukoola broke the rules through campaign activities right at the voting places. Her petition mentions him chanting party slogans near ballot boxes. She states his supporters held campaign posters at schools where people voted. The petition...
The Technical University of Kenya says it remains open despite fake reports about closure. A false letter claimed the school would shut down due to money problems starting April 21. Officials told students that classes would continue as normal. The university confirmed all operations will keep running. They want everyone to ignore the unofficial document shared online.
Parliament recently started investigating TUK's financial troubles, which have affected both staff work conditions. The National Assembly called for a complete review of the university's accounts going back to 2013. This audit will take about three months to finish. Investigators will examine records from when TUK first became a chartered institution. They hope to...
Dr Kizza Besigye sent Easter wishes from Luzira Prison, where he has been for over five months. His April 17 note thanked supporters who helped him through this time with prayers, visits, and materials. He feels at peace despite his situation because of his faith. Prison gave him a chance to think deeply about life, learn new things, and find spiritual growth.
The opposition leader linked his message to Bible verse 2 Timothy 4:34, warning people about false stories. He recently tried to leave jail, but the judge refused his request. Judge Rosette Comfort Kania said he might interfere with investigations into his case. This marks his third holiday season behind bars after Christmas 2024.
His charges have grown from treachery to...
Ruth Chepngetich broke the world marathon record with her amazing 2:09:56 time at the Chicago Marathon. She became the first woman ever to run under 2:10. She pulled out of next Sunday's London Marathon because she isn't ready mentally or physically. She hopes to return next year when she feels better prepared.
Peres Jepchirchir also withdrew from the race due to an ankle injury. She won last year's London Marathon with a record time of 2:16:16. Her absence means she cannot defend her women-only world record title. The race loses two major stars who would have headlined the event. Ethiopian Tigst Assefa remains in the competition.
Kenyan fans received good news as 2018 champion Vivian Cheruiyot joined the elite field. She returns to...
Floods swept away a vehicle carrying three people in Isiolo on Friday evening. Only one person escaped through the window as water carried the car downstream. Police spokesperson Michael Muchiri said the incident happened at the KMC Bridge when they tried crossing near a police station. Authorities found the damaged vehicle almost 2 kilometers away. They continue searching for Paul Gitonga, the driver, along with Rajuel Lemantile.
The car belonged to local MCA David Lemantile. Rescue teams helped trapped residents from Safi Estate reach safer ground. Officials currently assess livestock losses from these flash floods. Emergency teams remain ready as heavy rain continues throughout the region. The Kenya Meteorological Department warns...
Zimbabwe lost popular comedian Charles Marabha Mapalume on April 19. Radio star Tafadzwa Shugeta Ben shared the sad news on Facebook. Marabha died at Sally Mugabe Central Hospital that morning. Friends confirmed his passing with heavy hearts. The entertainment world grieves this major loss.
Shugeta wrote an emotional message about his friend going home. Regina, who performed with Marabha, expressed deep pain about his death. Fans left many touching comments remembering the comedian. People recalled how Marabha made them laugh through his work with Kapfupi. His comedy brought joy to countless people during his career.
Social media is filled with tributes from fans sharing childhood memories. Many expressed surprise that he passed away...
