President Daniel Chapo met with European Union leaders on Wednesday in Maputo. The group included EU Ambassador Antonino Maggiore and ambassadors from member countries. They discussed strengthening their partnership and reforms happening across Mozambique.
Chapo called the EU one of Mozambique's most important partners worldwide. He thanked everyone for coming together, saying this meeting starts a fresh chapter between Mozambique and Europe. He mentioned progress made with internal political talks, including how March's Political Commitment with opposition parties became actual laws approved by parliament. Chapo explained that these new rules let them tackle major issues like decentralization, elections, and government systems...
Transport Minister João Matlombe says free trips must stop because they hurt LAM Airlines financially. He spoke at a government questioning session Tuesday in Maputo, warning that not paying for ticket damages efforts to fix the struggling national airline. He stressed that everyone needs to help save the company, as past habits can't continue if they want different results.
Matlombe answered the Democratic Movement of Mozambique party, which asked about LAM restructuring plans, management deals with "Fly Morden Ark," accountability systems, financial losses, and why three state companies are joining LAM ownership. The minister revealed shocking numbers—LAM lost about $35.65 million last year, $62.15 million in 2023, $7 million in...
Mozambique wants major changes to world health plans, aiming for stronger national systems that can better handle global health crises. Health Minister Ussene Isse spoke up about this at the International Association of National Public Health Institutes meeting on Wednesday. He said the gathering helps countries share ideas about current health threats and prepares everyone for future problems.
The minister talked to AIM reporters about how the world faces many health dangers right now. These include climate change, more people being born in Africa, wars breaking out, harmful new tech, less money for healthcare, unequal societies, and extreme nationalism hurting worldwide teamwork. All these things make health emergencies worse or...
Masimba Holdings has started fixing several important roads in Mbare, Harare. The company works on multiple stretches, including the Rotten Row to Cripps Road intersection, Remembrance Drive from Mupedzanhamo to Ardbennie, and sections near Old Mbare Musika Rank. They're also tackling Mbare Road from Engen to the main market—an area traders complained about. The repairs connect Chaminuka from Tsiga, past Rufaro Stadium, to Remembrance Drive.
This forms part of the Government's urban renewal plan for areas like Mbare. Engineer Tanyaradzwa Gunzve pointed out that Mbare was built in 1942 during Queen Victoria's visit but has never been upgraded since. The larger project aims to improve both road networks and sewer systems throughout the...
Nigerian artists grabbed most prizes at the 2025 Africa Arts Entertainment Awards. AAEA officials shared the results through their official channels. Wizkid took home Best Afro-R&B for his track "Piece of My Heart" with Brent Faiyaz. Davido won Best Global Collaboration alongside Chris Brown for their song "Hmm." Asake received the Best Afro-Native award for "MMS," which features Wizkid.
British-Nigerian performer Darkoo earned Best Diasporan Act with the "Favourite Girl" remix featuring Rema. Burna Boy claimed the Overall Male Artist in Africa title. Tyla became the Overall Female Artist plus Best Female Artist in Southern Africa. Tems received recognition as Best Global African Female Artist. OdumoduBlvck became Best Rapper West...
Famous rapper Eedris Abdulkareem fired back after government officials banned his latest track about President Tinubu. The National Broadcasting Commission blocked his song "Tell Your Papa" on Thursday, calling it offensive to listeners. Abdulkareem took to Instagram that same evening to blast the decision. He compared this situation to when his protest hit "Jaga Jaga" and faced similar treatment back in 2004. The music star accused Tinubu's team of trying to hide criticism from the public.
Abdulkareem shared the official NBC notice with his followers online. He claimed that speaking the truth always counts as wrongdoing according to Nigerian leaders. He labeled the current president's administration as uncaring toward regular people...
Kizz Daniel wants fans to quit asking him for cash whenever he appears online. He feels frustrated about constant money requests from followers during his social media visits. The singer previously gave away funds through his X account during these tough economic times. He told his fan base called Vaddicts they should just enjoy hanging out with him instead of begging. He announced he'll help people privately from this point forward rather than making public donations.
The music star seems tired of financial pleas interrupting normal interactions with supporters. He asked if they could simply vibe together without bringing up money matters. His message appeared directly on his X handle for all followers to see. Daniel indicated that...
Iyanya believes music stars Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy will create music together someday. He responded after Davido blamed fans for making the collaboration between the three artists difficult. The singer shared his thoughts online after seeing Davido's interview clip. He pointed out that people who attack these artists just want to profit from starting fights. He encouraged supporters to stop letting trouble-makers affect these talented musicians.
Iyanya mentioned that he feels lucky to have worked with all three performers during his career. He urged the superstars to focus on making music instead of paying attention to critics. He wants them to concentrate on earning more through their art rather than feuds. According to...
Music star Davido claims his career suffers whenever he argues with his wife, Chioma. He talked about this during his appearance on the Breakfast Club show recently. The singer credits his music success to her presence in his life. He believes she carries special favor that affects his business ventures. He revealed she often reminds him about upcoming album releases when they disagree.
Davido mentioned how Chioma relates well with all his children from previous relationships. He expressed earlier concerns about bringing his kids around her, but those worries disappeared as their relationship matured over time. Their connection began during their school days when they were teenagers. The couple stayed together for eleven years before...
