Aug 20, 2024
Shocking Facts About the History of the Swahili Language you Did not Know
The word "Swahili" itself is derived from the Arabic word "sahil," meaning "coast."—reflecting the language's roots along the coastal regions of East Africa, particularly in what is modern day Kenya and Tanzania....
Aug 15, 2024
Rwanda Shuts Down Over 5,600 Worship Centres in Nationwide Crackdown
Rwanda has closed over 5,600 worship centres, mostly churches, citing illegal operations. The closures follow a two-week crackdown, enforcing 2018 laws governing faith-based institutions....
Aug 09, 2024
Identity Theft Allegations Cloud Miss South Africa 2024 Contestant Chilima Adetshina
The South African government has launched an investigation into allegations that the mother of Miss South Africa 2024 contestant, Chilima Adetshina, may have committed identity theft....
Aug 07, 2024
Beloved South African Actress Connie Chiume Dies at 72, Leaving a Rich Legacy in Film and Television
Connie Chiume, a celebrated South African actress known for her roles in both local television and international blockbusters, has died at the age of 72....
Aug 03, 2024
Xenophobia Taints Miss South Africa Pageant as Nigerian-South African Finalist Faces Backlash
Miss South Africa finalist Chidimma Adetshina faces xenophobic attacks due to Nigerian heritage Online petition and social media outrage call for her removal from the competition...
Jul 30, 2024
The Harrowing Tradition of Breast Ironing in Nigeria: One Woman's Struggle and Hope for Change
Breast ironing, a harmful cultural practice intended to delay puberty and protect girls from male attention, remains prevalent in parts of Nigeria and Cameroon....