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After a second military coup in nine months, the African Union (AU) decided to suspend Mali again. The AU resolution comes a few days after the Economic Community of Western African States (ECOWAS) announced the suspension of Mali from its institutions. In its declaration, the AU asked for the military “to return to the barracks quickly and without condition and to stop further interference with Mali’s political processes.” It warned about “imposing targeted sanctions and other punitive measures” if the military did not transfer authority to civilian transitional leaders. Colonel Assimi Goita, Mali’s new president, seized power by deposing and…

Holidays are extraordinary times, accompanied by celebrations and jubilations. Recently, Ethiopians gathered outside a stone age church in the northern part to celebrate Epiphany. The latter is a Christian holiday that commemorates the baptism of Jesus in River Jordan. It is also called Timkat in Ethiopia. It has been long since Ethiopians united in harmony. Therefore, this festival was a fantastic vibe for many. Also, amid the celebrations, Prime Minister Abiy took to declaring the country violence-free, news which enlightened the hearts of many with joy. The Ceremony The Ethiopians celebrated the holiday in style. Actors, actresses, dancers, and the…

According to persons familiar with the situation, two of the three final bidders for Unilever’s tea segment balked at taking on the company’s plantations due to worries over labor conditions. CVC Capital Partners bought the tea division, which includes the PG Tips and Lipton brands, for €4.5 billion this week. However, after Carlyle and Advent International decided they couldn’t take on the tea plantations in East Africa, which confronted serious human rights and fair pay problems, the Luxembourg-based buyout group was left as the sole bidder ready to buy the entire division. Their decision highlights investors’ increased sensitivity…

When the coronavirus started in China, Wuhan, no one expected that it would cause so much damage. It started destroying more lives of people, most of the western countries’ economies, and slowly encroached towards churches and sports. By the time it reached Africa, most sectors of the world were not operating. This article discusses the position of African football amid the pandemic. The virus affected the sports sector making authorities cancel most tournaments and events to curb the spread. Football is among the sports not functioning, most states had closed all pitches and stopped all football activities by March. The…

Last month leaders of Tigrayan forces in northern Ethiopia started launching attacks aimed at sparking a war in Ethiopia. Currently, they continue to attack foreign and government troops based and coming into the Tigrayan region. Because of the conflict, hundreds of people on both sides have died, and the war threatens to destabilize other parts of Ethiopia. Many Ethiopians have run away from the northern state in Ethiopia into Sudan, seeking safer shelter. DBL Factory Destroyed Before the fighting began in Ethiopia, the country was the garment industry’s brightest new frontier. Ethiopia presented cheap labor, and the government provided companies…

keywords: Africa, travel, best country to visit Discover the Best Country to Visit in Africa | Top 10  Travel Destinations Read on to discover the best African countries to visit and explore the continent’s top travel destinations. 1. MOROCCO Morocco is a land of contrasts, where ancient traditions blend with modernity to create a unique and vibrant culture. It is a country with something to offer every traveler, from bustling markets to stunning landscapes, and delicious food to friendly people. Here are a few reasons why Morocco is the best country in Africa to visit. Rich History and Culture  Morocco…

The Obudu Mountain Resort is situated on the Obudu Plateau, close to the Cameroon border in the northeastern region of Cross River State. It was formerly called Obudu Cattle Ranch. It came into existence in 1951 when McCaughley along with his fellow rancher Hugh Jones explored the mountainous regions of Sankwala in Obanliku local government of Cross River State and developed it into what was formerly known as Obudu Cattle Ranch. As a result of the tourist facilities developed by the Cross Rivers State Government, the resort has witnessed a high influx of both local and international tourists from all…

According to a study by UN in 2018, 2 billion people live in countries experiencing water stress. As of August 2019, it was reported that a whopping 1.8 billion people in 17 countries appear to be drifting towards a water crisis. This number represents a quarter of the world’s population. People living in the 17 countries stand chances of experiencing water shortages in the near future. This is why The Rescue Project, a subsidiary of Haven Hands Inc, came up with the Annual Vision 2020 Ball. The Annual Vision 2020 Ball is a Vision 2020 campaign aiming to raise $20…

Turkish National Defense Minister, Hulusi Akar, has issued a stern warning to the Libyan rebel leader, Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar. Referring to Haftar as a “killer”, Akar warned him and his supporters that they will be regarded as “legitimate targets everywhere” if they attack Turkish elements. The Minister issued the sentiments during his Sunday visit to the Turkish troops deployed in Libya. Top military officials accompanied him. Akar added that the Turkish Armed forces are a busy lot charged with protecting the security of 83 million people in Turkey and improving security in friendly countries such as Azerbaijan, the Turkish…

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