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The African National Congress (ANC), South Africa's long-standing ruling party, is confronting mounting pressure to relinquish its grip on power in the wake of a string of scandals and allegations of corruption. Despite its historical role in dismantling apartheid and governing since 1994, the ANC has been plagued by corruption and mismanagement in recent years, eroding public trust and fostering a growing appetite for change. One of the most recent scandals that has shaken the ANC involves the embezzlement of a significant sum from President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala game farm in 2020. While the president has denied any wrongdoing, this scandal has cast doubt on his judgment and integrity. Another stain on the ANC's reputation is the "Zumagate" scandal, in which billions of dollars in government contracts were awarded to companies linked to former President Jacob Zuma and his associates. Although Zuma was compelled to step down in 2018 due to the scandal, he ...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced in his nightly video address on Sunday that Ukrainian forces have successfully reclaimed the village of Klishchiivka near Bakhmut in the eastern Donbas region. This development is a notable achievement for Ukrainian forces, given that Bakhmut had been a prominent target of Russian attacks for several months. The city's strategic location along a vital highway connecting the Donbas region to the rest of Ukraine made it a crucial battleground, and its capture by Russian forces could have severed Ukrainian supply lines and further encircled the Donbas. The Ukrainian counter offensive in the Donbas region gained momentum in recent weeks, building on significant gains made in the south of the country. While Russian forces have fiercely resisted this counteroffensive, Ukrainian troops have managed to retake some territory.  The recapture of Klishchiivka carries several significant implications for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Firstly,...

Tunisian authorities have launched a significant crackdown on people-smuggling, resulting in the arrest of over 300 migrants and the seizure of several boats. This operation, initiated on September 15, 2023, marks one of the largest efforts of its kind in recent years.  The crackdown comes as Tunisia faces a surge in the number of individuals attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea to reach Europe. In 2022, over 20,000 migrants arrived in Italy from Tunisia, a substantial increase from the 12,000 who made the journey in 2021. The Tunisian government asserts that this crackdown is essential to combat people-smuggling and to safeguard migrants from exploitation. Nevertheless, human rights organizations have voiced concerns, fearing it may result in arbitrary detention of migrants. Public reactions in Tunisia to the crackdown have been mixed. Some Tunisians view the operation as a positive step toward reducing the number of migrants transiting the country, while others worry about p...

The Resilience  tower stood as a testament to Sudan's aspirations, a beacon of progress piercing the sky above Khartoum. Yet, on that fateful day in September 2023, the tower became a crucible of destruction, as flames devoured it during clashes between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces.  For hours, the fire lasted for four hours as smoke could be seen going into the heavens. The skyscraper was a symbol of economic growth, now lay severely damaged, mirroring the devastation that had befallen the nation since the military coup in April 2023. The tower before the fire as shown below, it was such a magnificent structure. Sudan's turmoil had inflicted profound wounds on its economy and infrastructure. The Sudanese pound had withered, shedding over 90% of its value, while countless souls were displaced from their homes. The tower's inferno further exacerbated the country's economic woes, a glaring testament to the toll the conflict had exacted on its people. The...

E thiopia has announced that it has completed the filling of the reservoir on its highly controversial Blue Nile megadam project. The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is a massive hydropower plant on the Blue Nile in Ethiopia, which has been under construction since 2011. The dam's construction has caused tensions between Ethiopia and downstream countries, particularly Egypt and Sudan, who fear that the dam will reduce the amount of water available from the Nile. The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam  Here are some key details about the project and its impact: - The GERD is a gravity dam made of roller-compacted concrete, with a height of 145 meters and a capacity of 74 billion cubic meters of water. - The dam is located in the Benishangul-Gumuz Region of Ethiopia, close to the border with Sudan. - The project is expected to generate up to 6,500 megawatts of electricity, making it the largest hydropower plant in Africa and one of the largest in the world. - The dam is also expe...

On September 18, 2023, despite heavy rainfall, volunteers in Nigeria exhibited their dedication by commemorating World Cleanup Day. This event was orchestrated by the African Cleanup Initiative, a non-governmental organization committed to fostering environmental sustainability and cleanliness throughout Africa.           Many brave the rain to clean their cities Here's an overview of the event: - Located in Lagos, Nigeria's largest city, the event drew hundreds of volunteers from various areas of the city. - These volunteers were provided with gloves, trash bags, and cleaning supplies to facilitate their efforts in tidying up streets, parks, and other public spaces. - This event was part of a global campaign aimed at promoting awareness of the significance of maintaining a clean and healthy environment. - The African Cleanup Initiative has been coordinating similar initiatives across different regions of Africa since 2015, mobilizing over 1 million volunte...