Trump Family Files to Trademark “Presidential Airports”
The Trump Organization has filed for trademark rights today to use the President's name on airports. The filings cover everything from airport naming rights to related travel bags and flight…
Five Miners Missing After Mud Rush at Ekapa Mine in South Africa
Five workers at the Ekapa Mine in Kimberley are still missing today following an underground mud rush. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, but the National Union of Metalworkers (NUMSA)…
China Extends UK and Canada Visa-Free Entry
China has announced an extension of visa-free entry for UK and Canadian citizens, aimed at enhancing travel and business ties while facilitating international engagement, with specific implementation details forthcoming from…
omo Kenyatta Airport Hits Record Passenger Traffic, as Kenya Joins South Africa, Morocco, Egypt, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Uganda And More In Africa As Major Aviation Hub
Kenya is solidifying its spot as Africa’s top aviation hub. New data shows record-breaking traffic and expanded codeshare agreements with Uganda, Egypt, and South Africa.
Kenyan Ahmed Farah Named Executive Director of The East African Business Council (EABC)
The East African Business Council (EABC) has appointed trade policy expert Ahmed Farah as its new Executive Director. Farah, formerly of TradeMark Africa, is tasked with accelerating intra-regional trade reforms…
Nigeria’s Makoko Demolitions Spark Classism Debate
Human rights activists have labeled the ongoing destruction of stilt homes in Lagos as "colonial-era classism," as the state prioritizes luxury redevelopment over the housing of 100,000 residents.
AU Panel Demands Reparations and Heritage Restitution
A high-level panel at the AU Summit, led by Ghana and Angola, is meeting today to push for a "Common African Position" on the return of stolen cultural artifacts from…
Kenya and Egypt: Tourism “Blueprints” Shared in New MOU
The Kenyan Ministry of Tourism and Egypt have signed a deal to swap expertise. Kenya will teach Egypt about wildlife conservation and "safari mastery," while Egypt will train Kenyan personnel…
Ghana: “Fugu Day” Trend Takes Over Social Media
Following an online debate about President Mahama’s traditional northern attire, the Ghanaian government has officially seen a surge in "Fugu Wednesday." Citizens are flooding the streets in colorful, hand-woven smocks…
Cyclone Gezani Leaves 31 Dead in Madagascar
Madagascar’s disaster agency confirmed the death toll as the storm continues to dump record rainfall. The cyclone is now tracking toward Mozambique, where emergency warnings have been issued.