Some Africans, including Ghanaians, have reacted to a viral video on Tik Tok that indicates that South Florida has gone into quarantine because of snails. The video report sighted by GhanaWeb on ABC7 Chicago mentioned that neighbourhoods in South Florida, a state in the United States of America, has been put under …
Read More »These 4 African countries are currently granting ancestry-based citizenship
With over 50 nations worldwide offering some form of citizenship based on ancestry, the opportunity to move abroad, reconnect with ancestral roots, or obtain a second passport has become increasingly accessible. However, it’s important to be aware that the application process for dual citizenship can be time-consuming, complex, and hindered …
Read More »5 popular African traditional dances you need to know
African traditional dances, like most cultural dances, are choreographed for specific times and purposes to reflect the heritage, customs, and history of specific tribes and ethnic groups. The dances, music, and attires are reserved for occasions, such as rites and ceremonies to commemorate and announce different events, including the coronation …
Read More »FICAC Delegates Honour Otumfuo Osei Tutu II …At Pan African Conference
The recently- concluded World Federation of Honorary Consuls (FICAC) Pan African Conference witnessed a distinguished delegation’s visit to Otumfo Osei Tutu II, where the esteemed leader was honored with a citation. The delegation, comprising 15 Honorary Consuls from various countries was led by President Hon. Nikolaos Margaropoulos …
Read More »Vladimir Putin invites African leaders to Russia-Africa summit in July 2023
Russian president Vladimir Putin sent a congratulatory message to African leaders and the African Union (AU) on the ocassion of AU Day which falls on every May 25. His letter, posted on the official Twitter handle of the Russian Embassy in Ethiopia, where the AU headquarters is located, said the …
Read More »South African man arrested for distributing porn superimposed with president’s face
The South African authorities have announced that they have arrested a man who allegedly shared and distributed pornographic materials with the faces of President Cyril Ramaphosa, Police Minister Bheki Cele and Cele’s wife superimposed on them. According to an Associated Press report, The South African police launched an investigation when …
Read More »PDP wants African leaders to boycott Nigeria’s inaugural ceremony
African leaders have been advised by Nigeria’s major opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to abstain from the country’s impending inauguration ceremony, which will see President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu take the oath of office. Speaking exclusively to the Daily Statesman, the spokesperson for PDP Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, Otunba Segun Showunmi, …
Read More »Michael Essien, Drogba lead African praise for Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen
African football legends, Michael Essien and Didier Drogba have commended Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen for his role in Napoli’s Serie A title conquest. In separate social media publications, the two Chelsea legends eulogized Victor Osimhen for steering Napoli to their first Serie A title in over three decades. Michael Essien …
Read More »Here is how the astute West African Emperor Mansa Musa Became the Richest Person in History
Mansa Musa, the emperor of the Mali Empire, was widely considered the richest person in history. His wealth was so immense that it was impossible to accurately quantify. However, his story of how he acquired his fortune is not just a tale of opulence, but also of determination, resourcefulness, and …
Read More »Somalia ‘willing’ to extend stay of African Union peacekeepers
Less than 20 months before the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia formally exits the stage, officials in Mogadishu say they are willing to prolong the stay of the regional force, signaling the challenge of beating down Al-Shabaab. The East African has learned that Mogadishu has launched shuttle diplomacy to …
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