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Dubai airport halts all flights after drone strikes
A suspected Iranian drone strike just shut down the world's busiest international airport indefinitely, and the ripple effects are hitting global aviation networks hard. Dubai International Airport goes dark All flights got suspended after Saturday morning's attack. Suspected Iranian drones targeted the airport directly. Emirates told passengers to stay away until further notice. City check-in facilities across Dubai are closed temporarily. Passenger options during the shutdown Travelers booked between 28 Feb and 31 March can rebook. Rebooking covers alternative flights through 30 April. Ticket refunds are available through airlines or agents. Emirates urged customers to update their contact details online. Scale of the global...
UCC boss calls Lubowa blackmail a business model
A jailed TikToker admitting his viral accusations were fabricated just handed Uganda's communications regulator a textbook case against unlicensed online broadcasters. Dean Lubowa Saava pleads guilty in court Lubowa ran TV10 without a broadcasting license since 2018. He admitted the allegations he spread were fabricated. Chief Magistrate Gladys Kamasanyu fined him Shs 4 million. Authorities seized 45 broadcasting devices from his Lungujja studio. UCC boss calls out a blackmail playbook Nyombi Thembo posted his breakdown on X on Saturday. Viral accusations allegedly pressure targets into paying up. Thembo labeled it blackmail disguised as activism. Investigations into a wider network are still ongoing. Arrest and sentencing details...
Two Ghana peacekeepers critically hurt in Lebanon strike
Two Ghanaian UN peacekeepers got critically wounded after missiles slammed into their battalion headquarters in southern Lebanon during IDF-Hezbollah crossfire. Missile strike hits Ghana Battalion HQ Two missiles struck UNIFIL's Ghana Battalion Headquarters on Friday. The attack landed between 1745 and 1752 local time. Two soldiers sustained critical injuries from the blasts. A third soldier suffered trauma from the incident. Damage and medical response on the ground The Officers' Mess facility burned down completely. Injured troops got treatment at the Level One Medical Bunker. Evacuation to UNIFIL's Headquarters Referral Hospital is underway. Remaining personnel sheltered safely in underground bunkers. Ghana fires off a...
Big Pin marks 23 years with Nairobi concert
A 23-year rap career in Kenya is getting the full-blown concert treatment as Big Pin throws a milestone celebration in Nairobi. Big Pin marks 23 years with a show Big Pin announced a landmark anniversary concert in Nairobi. The event honors his two-decade-plus hip-hop career. Social media buzz confirms strong fan anticipation. He called it a tribute to culture and community. Legacy built on mentorship and longevity Big Pin has shaped Kenya's hip-hop scene since the early 2000s. His work with emerging artists built a new generation. Career adaptability kept him relevant through trend shifts. Consistent output earned him recognition as a performer and mentor. Concert lineup spans generations A curated setlist of his biggest hits...
Bahati drops a diss track targeting Toxic Lyrikali
A gospel-turned-pop artist jumping into Kenya's hottest rap beef with a full diss track caught the entire music scene off guard. Bahati drops Lost Kwa Throne Bahati released a diss track targeting two rap heavyweights. Toxic Lyrikali and Buruklyn Boyz both catch direct shots. His catalog leans gospel and Afro-pop, not drill. The stylistic pivot stunned fans across the board. Existing beef gave Bahati an opening Toxic Lyrikali and Buruklyn Boyz were already feuding. Their rivalry fueled multiple diss tracks and online exchanges. Nairobi's drill and gengetone scene thrives on competition. Bahati inserted himself as a third-party challenger. Fan reactions are split right down the middle Some praise the move as a bold flex of...
Oga Obinna dumps girlfriend over suspicious texts
A deleted-photos folder and a sketchy text message killed Oga Obinna's latest relationship barely weeks after it started. Obinna's fifth kid blindsided him first Oga Obinna discovered his fifth child existed through others. The mother allegedly hid the entire pregnancy from him. His frustration stemmed from missing that parenting journey. Obinna refocused on career goals after that bombshell. The new relationship crashed fast in late 2025 Obinna started dating someone around December 2025. Early phone checks revealed conversations with other men. His partner begged him to stay, even kneeling down. He reluctantly continued despite lingering trust issues. The South Africa trip sealed the breakup Obinna traveled there for roughly two...
Mejja drops tracklist for Mtoto Wa Khadija album
Two decades in the Kenyan music game finally produced a full-length album from Mejja, and the tracklist is stacked with heavyweight features. Mtoto Wa Khadija drops after 20 years Mejja revealed the tracklist for his anticipated album. The project blends contemporary sounds with Kenyan traditions. Collaborations span established veterans and rising talent. Long-time fans waited years for a proper full-length release. Opening tracks set the tone hard Toxic, featuring Shee, kicks things off aggressively. Jay Melody joins Ntampata Wapi for smooth vocals. Scar Mkadinali brings storytelling depth to Kale Ka Uoga. Motion and Confidence showcase Mejja's solo versatility. Mid-album goes deep and international Khaligraph Jones links up on...
Dino calls Willom Tight's feud a career blessing
A NAMA performance blowup over song ownership accidentally turbocharged Dino's comeback after fans realized he was back from South Africa. Dino owns the rights, end of story ZIMURA confirmed Dino holds rights to Chirangano. Gary Tight dragged him for performing it at NAMA24. Dino collaborated with Willom Tight, Roki, and Sarah Mwayera. Advisor Andrew Muchena helped redirect his focus post-drama. Controversy becomes a career booster Social media backlash actually spiked his visibility. Fresh bookings and inquiries rolled in after the dust-up. Dino is cutting an album with producer Gibson Makumbe. Many fans had no clue he was back from South Africa. Dino's generosity gets overlooked Over half of Gary's performed songs came from...
Naomi Raine and Todd Galberth lead worship in Harare
A gospel powerhouse duo is heading back to Harare after their 2025 Maverick City Music tour left Zimbabwean audiences wanting more. Everywhere Tour hits Harare on March 13 Naomi Raine and Todd Galberth headline the worship concert. Harare International Conference Centre hosts the evening. Events by GEC runs the show through director Lyncolin Kapswara. Their 2025 Maverick City stop fueled demand for a return. Local lineup anchors the ministry segment Janet Manyowa and The Unveiled open the worship set. Cleo Arie and Sharon Cherayi bring vocal consistency. Ellard Cherayi adds faith-driven artistry to the roster. Homegrown talent shares the stage with global names. Tickets and the worship-first format General admission runs US$30...
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