Ottoman Empire’s Legacy: Impact and Heritage in the Modern Middle East

The Ottoman Empire, which lasted six centuries, has left an unmistakable mark on Middle Eastern history. Its legacy continues to impact the region's sociopolitical landscape, influencing government institutions, cultural traditions, and current geopolitical tensions.

Wizkid and Tems Absent from Grammy’s List of African Award Winners

Ahead of the 66th Grammy Award on February 4, the organisers have released a list of African musicians who have bagged the golden gramophones since the 1960s.

Iran hangs four Kurds on Israel spying charges

Iran on Monday hanged four members of its Kurdish minority on charges of spying for Israel, defying a campaign for their lives to be spared by rights groups who had…

The Impact of AFCON on African Nations: Unifying the Continent through Football

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is one of the most famous and popular football competitions on the African continent. This tournament, held every two years, not only shows the participating nations' football prowess, but it also has far-reaching repercussions for the socioeconomic, cultural, and political landscapes of Africa.

Africa’s Economic Crossroads: Challenges and Pathways for a Brighter 2024

Africa is the continent with the youngest and fastest-growing population in the world, as well as rapidly expanding cities and innovative industries ranging from clean energy to fintech.

Navigating the Healthcare: Emerging Issues to Watch Out for in 2024

Navigating the Healthcare: Emerging Issues to Watch Out for in 2024

Donor countries halt funding to UN agency in Gaza

Several key donor countries to the UN agency for Palestinian refugees have said they would halt funding following Israeli charges that some UNRWA staff took part in Hamas’s October 7…

Burkina, Mali, Niger quit West African bloc ECOWAS

The military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced Sunday their immediate withdrawal from the West African bloc ECOWAS, saying it has become a threat to member states. The…

Democracy in 21st Century Africa: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Opportunities

It was Nelson Mandela who opined that "Democracy in 21st Century Africa is a journey of resilience and adaptation, where the people and their leaders must navigate challenges with wisdom and embrace opportunities with a collective vision for a brighter future."

King Charles III Admitted To Hospital For Prostate Surgery

King Charles III was on Friday admitted to a London hospital for scheduled surgery, Buckingham Palace said, a week after revealing the British monarch would be treated for an enlarged prostate.