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According to a UK-based charity, Save the Children, nearly three-quarters of Somali families lack drinking water. The situation will get dire as drought looms across the country and depletes the few wells that hold water. Many family’s dependent on the water from these wells fear the rising risk of hunger as crops fail and livestock dies. Drought looms in Somalia and across eastern Africa Countries across eastern Africa such as Somalia, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Kenya have been experiencing challenges dealing with climate change as drought looms. Coupled with increasingly erratic weather, the climate changes have taken a heavy toll on…
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, the African continent has decided to continue with its democratic moves. Several countries such as Burundi have conducted general elections despite the WHO warning against public gatherings. Tanzania prepares 2020 re-election despite the WHO warning against gathering. Tanzania Prepares 2020 Re-Election It takes place in the structure of a unitary presidential democratic republic. The President is the head of state and government. The government exercises its executive powers and the parliament together with the government have legislative powers. The CCM or Revolutionary State Party rules the party sector. General Elections In Tanzania According to the Constitution…
Two hotels were recently demolished in Nigeria. The authorities in Nigeria Southern Rivers state demolished the hotels with claims of an alleged breach of lockdown rules. These directives were implemented by the state to control the spread of the virus. State Governor Nyesom Wike, who supervised the demolishing of Edemete Hotel and Prodest Home on Sunday, said the operators had disobeyed the rules that hotels should be closed. He added people who had tested positive for Coronavirus stayed in hotels across the state. However, he did not expound if anyone who had Covid-19 had been staying in any of the…
The Soninke are a Mande speaking ethnic group found in West Africa. They are also called the Sarakole, Seraculeh, or Serahuli. Initially, this group occupied parts of Ghana, where they founded the Wagadou Empire. However, because of modern civilization, the Soninkes spread to different parts of Mali, Senegal, Dakar, Mauritania, Fouta Djallon, and Guinea Bissau. Thus, to date, the Soninkes are diverse across the continent. Among all African ethnic groups, the Soninke are the first to ever convert into Islam. And they majored in the trade as their main source of wealth. In this article, we will look at the…
US Senator Rand Paul is the first US senator to test positive for the novel virus. Making him the third congress member infected. Following a tweet by Paul, he assured the public he was okay. He said he conducted the test as a precautionary measure to check on his health. However, the other senators were angry at Senator Paul for exposing them to the virus. They claimed he should have earlier quarantined himself. There is a possibility the other senators are at risk of contracting the virus. The senator defended himself, saying he wasn’t aware the virus infected him. He…
In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, which has forced millions all over the world into mandatory quarantine, the question is how best to pass the time indoors without giving in to anxiety or depression. Movies are not only a great escape from reality but also a great source of hope and inspiration during tough times. Here are some of the latest top picks that will have you at the edge of your seat. I Still Believe You will grab your tissues for this heart-breaking movie. This latest 2020 release is an American, Christian, romantic, drama movie based on a true…
There has been an increase in fraud and money laundering activities lately. A money launderer and fraudster who parades himself as a self-proclaimed “Prophet” and controversial millionaire has been arrested in Malawi. The self-proclaimed “Prophet” handed himself over to the police after his mysterious return from South Africa. He was on trial for money laundering and fraud charges. The incident threatened a diplomatic rift between the two South African countries. Pretoria was reportedly furious that shepherd Bushiri and his wife had left the country while on bail. “The couple is in our custody. Currently, we are taking statements from…
Thursday, 14th January 2021, has been the day most Ugandans have eagerly awaited. Today, Ugandans have come out in large numbers, ready to elect their desired Presidential candidate. Museveni, Bobi Wine, and POA happen to be the primary candidates battling to secure the top seat. And it is in the hands of the public to decide on their best pick. However, Uganda faces a ‘MUST’ blackout in the entire parts. The Blackout The Communications Regulator of Uganda ordered the telecoms operator to cut all internet connections starting from Wednesday evening. The connection will be off until they were sure the…
China and COVID19 Update The world is still under distress since coronavirus hit the earth. COVID 19 is doing more damage than it was anticipated to cause. Countries all over the world have put great measures to prevent the spread of disease. These drastic measures from African, European and Asian countries are slowing down the economy of the world since the major trading nations such as China are in too many problems right now. Every citizen from the affected countries prays that this crisis might be over as soon as possible. The World Health Organization together with the world researchers…
Religious Tanzania President John Pombe Magufuli finally acknowledges the dawn of the coronavirus pandemic. Magufuli admits that the virus has had a toll on its people over the past recent days. This after months of disregarding the presence of the virus in his country. He strongly urged his people to refrain from acknowledging the virus in his country. In fact, Tanzanians were banned from using face masks and practicing social distancing to counter the virus’s spread. The president sought prayers as a means and declared his country coronavirus-free. In case of respiratory problems, Tanzanians were to sought help from the…
