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The Gambia has become the newest country to let ships carry oil from Iran, says Lloyd's List. These ships are part of a "dark fleet" that tries to avoid rules. One ship, the Anita, has used five names and seven flags since 2020. It moves oil from Iran to China. No one knows who owns or runs the...

Dr. Omar Touray gave a talk in Banjul over Christmas. He used to be The Gambia's foreign minister, and now he leads the Ecowas group. Dr. Touray talked about President Dawda Jawara. Jawara led The Gambia after it became independent in 1965 and served as president for 30 years. Jawara wanted...

President Barrow of The Gambia recently held a dinner for media leaders. Some people said it was a big deal. But there have been events like this before. In 1994, the old president Jammeh also had a meeting with the media. He told them to point out the government's mistakes. But soon after, he...

In his Friday Sermon, Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the leader of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, continued discussing the life of Prophet Muhammad. He focused on several military expeditions that took place in the sixth year after the Prophet migrated to Medina. Zaid bin Harithah led one such mission...

The Gambia's under-16 boys and girls basketball teams did well at a recent tournament in Dakar, Senegal. They both finished in third place at the FIBA Africa Zone II championship. The Gambia Basketball Association is proud of the teams. They say the players showed a lot of heart and talent...

Janet Manyowa put on an amazing show on New Year's Day. She sang at the ANOT 2025 Concert. It was held at the Harare International Conference Centre. Janet drew a huge crowd—possibly the biggest ever for a local gospel singer. Her husband, Munyaradzi, helped plan the event. The stage looked...

President Mnangagwa made some big changes today. He switched the jobs of two of his ministers. July Moyo used to be the Minister of Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare. He will now be the Minister of Energy and Power Development. Edgar Moyo was the Energy and Power Development Minister...

A passenger group warns that violence is breaking out between competing bus companies in Zimbabwe, making travel dangerous for riders. The Passengers Association of Zimbabwe raised concerns about the problem. They said the "route wars" are causing fear and harm, and riders are facing threats...

Zimbabwe has a new top cop. On Friday, Steven Mutamba took charge of the national police force. The handover event took place at Mkushi Police Academy. It was a big, happy ceremony. Mutamba is replacing Godwin Matanga as Commissioner General. Matanga retired at the end of last year. He passed...

Zimbabwe's tobacco farmers can breathe a sigh of relief. The government has pushed back a key deadline. Farmers now have until January 15th to destroy their seedbeds. Before, they had to do it by December 31st. The dry weather made things tough. Many farmers couldn't move their seedlings in...

Richard Chihoro, a beloved former Dynamos player and long-time club official, passed away on Thursday night at the age of 68. He died shortly after being admitted to a local hospital for leg pain and chest discomfort. Dynamos shared the sad news in a heartfelt statement. They expressed how...

Young Runners Ready for Harare Cross-Country Meet. Harare begins its racing year this Sunday. The first big race takes place at David Livingstone School. Participants can be of all ages, from small children to grown-ups. The main race sends men and women on an 8km run through the grounds. Teen...

Dam Project Lights Path to Better Life in Zimbabwe. A new dam brings hope to the Chivhu area. The water helps farms and homes grow strong. Minister Jenfan Muswere shared the good news on his tour last week. "This dam makes many good things happen," Muswere said. He points to new chances for...

Missing Activist Found Dead in Kenya Hospital. A young man's search ended in grief this week. The family found Mwiti's body at a hospital far from home. He was 24 when he vanished last November. Police say a car hit him and drove away. But his friends doubt this story. Mwiti worked bringing...

At Wife's Funeral, 97-Year-Old Brings Joy Through Grief. A husband made people laugh at his wife's burial. Mzee Dominic Wetang'ula shared funny stories as he said goodbye to Mama Ann Wetang'ula. His words turned tears into smiles at the service in Bungoma. "Young ladies here want to marry me,"...

Science Warns of Rising Heat in 2024. Last year brought more heat than ever before. People who study the weather say these high marks break records going back hundreds of years. Earth heated up more than planned in 2024. Most say we need to use less oil and gas. Yet the world has cut its fuel...

Kenyan Soccer Giants Set for Big Match. Gor Mahia coach Zedekiah Otieno sees good things ahead. His team plays Tusker FC this Saturday at Kenyatta Stadium. Both teams want the top spot badly. Gor is third in the Kenya Premier League with 24 points. Tusker is just ahead with 27 points, tied for...

Top Runner Takes Aim at Hong Kong Race. Kenya's star runner, Kibiwott Kandie, plans to start 2025 with a win. He will race at the Hong Kong Bridge Half Marathon on Sunday. The big race has earned a gold rating from World Athletics. This marks its second year as a major running event. Hong Kong...

Kenya Official Faces Jeers at Funeral Service. Angry crowds stopped a top Kenya official from reading the president's words at a funeral. The scene played out at the burial of Eric Kivuti, son of former Senator Lenny Kivuti. Justin Muturi came to share President William Ruto's message. The...

SADC Leader Warns of Rising Violence in Mozambique After Vote. The head of a key African security group, Samia Suluhu Hassan, leads the SADC security team. She spoke up about violence in Mozambique and shared her fears about fights that started after the December vote. Hassan pointed to many...