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The Zimbabwe Rugby Union has taken action against Temba Mliswa after he spoke out about money problems at the organization. Officials decided to suspend him because he went to outside courts instead of using internal channels to resolve disputes. His decision broke Section 19.1 of the rugby...

Workers hauled away six tonnes of maize from George Dzinotizeyi's shop at Zvavahera Business Centre. The removal happened three weeks ago during widespread claims that officials stole Social Welfare food meant for hungry families. Many people reported that the Ward 9 Councillor refused to give...

A Shurugwi court has kept Tinashe Chigiya behind bars until his trial continues. The 26-year-old man from Makandire Village allegedly insulted President Mnangagwa with an animal comparison near Musavezi River. The incident happened on January 27, 2025, after a young child drowned at the...

Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe explained that asking President Mnangagwa to lead until 2030 means something different than seeking a third term. During his address at a provincial meeting in Marondera, he made their intentions clear. The request simply asks the President to guide the...

President Museveni has approved a new copyright system to protect Ugandan artists. He believes technology should track when someone plays a musician's song and where it happens. The system helps identify when others use creative works for business purposes. Artists deserve payment when their...

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau has teamed up with two major groups to run a workshop about managing digital rights. URSB joined forces with the World Intellectual Property Organization and the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization for this important meeting. They invited...

Uganda Police Force reported that officers at Entebbe International Airport seized 21,962.84 grams of illegal drugs in 2024. The confiscated substances included 4,459.07 grams of heroin, 13,289.72 grams of methamphetamine, and 4,214.05 grams of cannabis sativa. The recent Annual Crime Report...

Nations thrive when people stay politically aware and involved. Leaders must serve with honesty and openness instead of acting like gods above their citizens. Across Africa, including The Gambia, many governments have failed these basic principles. Corruption and poor management continue to...

The National Centre for Arts and Culture has announced major upgrades to Arch 22, a famous landmark in Banjul, as part of The Gambia's 60th anniversary celebrations. The historic monument will soon feature an elevator, making it much easier for people to enjoy the spectacular views from the top...

William Maema practices law on weekdays but transforms his hometown on weekends. The dedicated attorney returns to Tanganyika village, located within Kitui Rural, where scorching heat typically defeats farming attempts. He strongly believes that his region can change from needing food aid to...

Kenyan farmers raise about 1 million pigs every year across the country. Leaders from meat companies ask people to add pork items to their meals. This creates more business for pig farmers who need larger markets. Eating pork helps support local agriculture in many regions. Laban Kabiru runs...

The Met department encourages farmers to talk with local agricultural officers about when to plant crops. Rains should arrive across Kenya within two weeks. Dr. David Gikungu from Kenya Meteorological Services reports the rain will start in the western, central, and southern parts of the...

The Democratic Republic of Congo refuses to have direct talks with M23 rebels regardless of international pressure. This rebel group has captured major areas in eastern Congo in recent months. British officials have urged for a dialogue that includes M23 as part of finding a political solution...

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has spoken about possible deals between the Orange Democratic Party and the Kenya Kwanza administration. Reports suggest President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga might work together after signing an agreement. Wanga explained on Monday that ODM and Kenya...

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga believes Kenya should strengthen the Social Health Authority rather than return to the previous National Hospital Insurance Fund system. She points out that SHA needs improvements, mainly in reimbursement processes and reducing service disruptions. Wanga explains...

Kasmuel McOure traveled to Addis Ababa two weeks ago through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Like other Kenyans who went there, he probably told his family something about his trip. Many might believe he went to support former Prime Minister Raila Odinga during the African Union Commission...

Boxing Federation of Kenya leader Anthony 'Jamal' Otieno promises to create big changes for Kenyan boxing that will push the sport forward and build a culture of winning. Ombok shared these thoughts on Sunday after winning another term as president, a position he has held since 2018. He thanked...

DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa spoke out against the attack that happened to Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya. He criticized the rise of disruptive behavior at funerals across Western Kenya. Wamalwa urged people to speak against those who pay troublemakers. He noted these actions hurt...

President William Ruto chose Bishop Robert Theuri Maina to lead the Kenya National Library Services Board again. Bishop Maina first held this position in February 2023 when he replaced Omar Jibril Mohammed. The official paper from February 28, 2025, confirms Maina will lead for two more years...

The Zulu king of South Africa has created a national buzz due to his attempt to divorce his first wife. This action breaks from traditions held dear by his socially conservative followers. Zulu customs permit many wives, but taking steps to end a marriage stands out as highly unusual. Cultural...