Chinese national given one year in prison for smuggling ants out of Kenya
Zhang Kequn was arrested in March while trying to travel to China with more than 2,000 live ants.
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Nigeria: Troops Raid Ipob Hideout, Rescue Kidnap Victim After N2 Million Ransom
[Premium Times] The Nigerian Army said the troops rescued the kidnap victim in Uzo-Uwani LGA of Enugu State before raiding the IPOB hideout in Ezeagu LGA of the South-eastern state.
South Africa: South Africa to Host Landmark African Union Ministerial Session On Transport and Energy
[African Union] At a defining moment for Africa's infrastructure development trajectory, the African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the Government of the Republic of South Africa, will convene the Fifth Session of the Specialised Technical Committee on Transport and Energy from 27 to
Kenya: Pressure Mounts On Ruto To Address Rising Costs
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The United Alternative Government opposition formation has called on President William Ruto to convene a special sitting of Parliament within seven days to address what it describes as a deepening fuel crisis, as pump prices hit record highs across the country.
Somalia: Puntland Launches Operations Against Islamic State Fighters in Somalia's Bari Region
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Security forces in Somalia's Puntland have launched large-scale military operations against fighters linked to the Islamic State in parts of the Bari region, officials said.
South Africa names apartheid-era politician as new ambassador to the US
Roelf Meyer played a key role as a negotiator during talks to end white-minority rule in South Africa.
Nigerian with 'natural explosiveness' aiming for NFL spot
Hailed for his impressive physical attributes, Nigerian Uar Bernard is hoping to be drafted by an NFL side this month.
The solar-powered medical kiosks bringing doctors to remote Chadians
Telemedan works like a small clinic, designed to handle consultation and diagnosis of a patient in one place.
Premium Pie Meets Alpha Pie! Nicole Chikwe & Her Mum Stun at 70th Birthday
Nicole Chikwe and her family celebrated her mother’s 70th birthday with a series of striking looks. The celebrant wore custom Sorena Bridal designs, including a champagne gold beaded gown and a botanical floral mermaid dress, while Nicole opted for a deep burgundy satin silhouette. The post Premium
Three million Nigerians in gig economy, nearly a quarter in ride-hailing, Bolt report says
Three million people now work in Nigeria’s gig economy, and nearly a quarter of them are in ride-hailing, according to a new report by Ipsos, a global research firm, commissioned by Bolt, obtained by TechCabal.