Five Men Face Death Penalty in Nigeria Witchcraft Murder Case.
A Nigerian court has sentenced five men to death by hanging for killing a woman they accused of practicing witchcraft in 2023. The ruling came from Kano state, where the men attacked 67-year-old Dahare Abubakar on her farm.
The attackers beat and stabbed Ms. Abubakar after one man's wife dreamed the victim was chasing her with a knife. Abdulaziz Yahaya gathered a group to confront Ms. Abubakar based on this dream, leading to her death.
Police arrested the suspects in a village 28 miles from Kano city after the victim's family reported the crime. Judge Usman Na'abba ruled that prosecutors proved their case beyond a reasonable doubt.
Prosecutor Abba Sorondiki called the...
ODM Party Backs Sifuna's Criticism of Members Supporting Government.
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has supported Secretary General Edwin Sifuna's recent criticism of party members who favor the broad-based government.
Sifuna spoke out against ODM leaders who he claims have abandoned the party's core mission of defending Kenyan citizens. "Some members in ODM have forgotten our origins. They say they are tired of fighting for Kenyans and weren't born to remain in opposition," Sifuna stated on January 26.
The Nairobi senator challenged dissatisfied members to leave the party. His comments drew criticism from President William Ruto's supporters, who suggested Sifuna should exit ODM if he disagreed with its current direction...
Swapo Honors Geingob's Legacy at First Death Anniversary.
Swapo Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa praised former president Hage Geingob for his service to Namibia. She spoke at memorial events held Tuesday at Heroes' Acre and State House.
"President Geingob showed us true leadership," Shaningwa said. His work helped build unity and fairness across the nation.
The late president left a strong mark on Namibia's path to democracy, she noted. His efforts helped create peace between all groups in the country.
"He lived by 'One Namibia, One Nation,'" Shaningwa said. She pointed to his focus on bringing people together.
The ruling party chief said Geingob's ideas still guide the country. One year after his death, his dream of a united...
Tourism Company Says Mining Threatens N$12 Million Wildlife Project.
Ultimate Safaris reports that mining plans have halted their N$30 million rhino camp project in Namibia's Kunene region. The delay threatens local jobs and conservation income.
Company spokesperson David Bishop said the four-suite camp would create 25 jobs. The project secured funding and permits but faces uncertainty from nearby mining claims.
The firm paid N$3 million to local conservancies and authorities in 2024. It spent N$6 million on staff wages and N$1.6 million on community programs. The company funds rhino protection in the area.
Legal battles continue between Ultimate Safaris, local conservancies, and mining groups. The dispute centers on mining rights...
Namibia Remembers President Geingob One Year After His Death
Namibians marked the first anniversary of President Hage Geingob's death on Sunday, recalling his legacy of unity and public service.
"February 4, 2024, remains a day of deep sadness for Namibians," President Nangolo Mbumba said at a memorial ceremony. "The loss of our sitting head of state came without warning."
Mbumba praised Geingob's commitment to inclusion and nation-building. He noted the late president's presence at sports events, music shows, and beauty pageants, engaging with citizens across the country.
The past year brought challenges, including severe drought and historic elections. In November, Namibians chose Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as their first female...
Trump Plans to Cut South Africa Aid Over Land Law.
Donald Trump says he will end U.S. funding to South Africa, citing concerns about land seizures and unfair treatment of certain groups.
The dispute follows South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's approval of a law allowing land seizures without payment in specific cases. Most private farms belonged to white owners 30 years after apartheid ended.
"South Africa's leadership does terrible things," Trump told reporters. On Truth Social, he announced that aid would stop until officials investigated the situation.
Ramaphosa defended his country on X. "South Africa respects the rule of law. We have not taken any land," he wrote. He noted U.S. aid mainly supports HIV/AIDS programs through...
Congo Rebels Announce Ceasefire as Peace Talks Near.
The Congo River Alliance declared a humanitarian ceasefire Tuesday in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The group includes M23 rebels backed by Rwanda.
UN reports show 900 people died and 2,880 suffered injuries during recent battles around Goma, Congo's main eastern city. The rebels seized control of Goma last week.
G7 nations and the EU condemned the rebel advance as an attack on Congo's sovereignty. The alliance accused Congo's military of killing civilians through airstrikes on rebel-held areas.
The rebels pledged to stop their expansion, reversing last week's threats. The alliance said, "We remain committed to protecting civilians and defending our positions. "...
El Salvador Offers to House US Criminals in Latest Diplomatic Move.
El Salvador will accept dangerous criminals from U.S. jails, including American citizens, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Monday after meeting President Nayib Bukele.
"No country has ever made an offer of friendship such as this," Rubio said. The plan includes taking criminals of any nationality who live in the U.S. without legal status.
Bukele posted on X that El Salvador would house convicts in its mega-prison "in exchange for a fee." The offer goes beyond a 2019 deal on accepting migrants.
The Trump administration seeks faster removal of people living in the U.S. without permission. It has sent more troops to the Mexico border and tried to stop migrant...
Leaders Honor Late President Geingob at Heroes' Acre.
Former First Lady Monica Geingos joined President Nangolo Mbumba and President-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to lay wreaths at President Hage Geingob's grave Tuesday.
The ceremony marked one year since Geingob died of cancer on February 4, 2023. National Assembly Speaker Peter Katjavivi and Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila attended the memorial at Heroes Acre.
Family members and friends gathered at the mausoleum for the first part of the day's events. The commemoration will continue at the State House with formal statements from leaders.
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