Tough penalties for motorists abandoning cars at fuel stations
As Burundi is facing a prolonged fuel crisis for almost a year now, the Burundi authorities have now banned cars from parking at the fuel stations awaiting to be refilled.
“It is now prohibited for cars, motorcycles to queue for days at the fuel stations waiting until the fuel is pumped. The vehicles will...
Namibia president declares state of emergency over drought
The President of Namibia Nangolo Mbumba has declared a State of Emergency over the persistent drought affecting all regions of Namibia.
The State of Emergency has been declared as of May 22 under Article 26(1) of the Namibian Constitution as well as the Disaster Risk Management Act.
More than 300,000 households...
Cristiano Ronaldo ends on a high!
Ronaldo broke the Saudi Pro League scoring record in a single season as he scored twice to guide Al-Nassir to a 4-2 win over Al-Ittihad in their final league game of the season. The 39-year-old broke the deadlock at the stroke of half-time after receiving a long ball from Mohammed Al-Fatil. The Portuguese star chested the ball...
Burundi: Unwanted pregnancy led to more than 800 girls dropping out
According to the Burundi ministry of education, for 2022-2023 period at least 879 students dropped out from school due to unwanted pregnancy out of the estimated 551,638.
This was revealed during an event steered by the Organization of First Ladies of Africa in Burundi (OPDAD-Burundi) on Wednesday last week, the event was part of...
PSG boss Luis Enrique snubs outgoing Kylian Mbappe as he names ‘exceptional’ pick for player of the season
Mbappe's situation and his exit from Les Parisiens saw a lot of questions raised over the relationship between Enrique and the forward, despite the Spaniard's constant praise of the 25-year-old. Enrique has not helped quell the rumours as he chose Vitinha as his player of the season despite Mbappe being involved in a spectacular 51 goals in 48...
Women in Africa face widespread discrimination in family laws
Discrimination against women and girls remains widespread in family laws across Africa according to the latest report released by Equality Now.
“Analysis of twenty African countries reveals gender inequality in marriage, divorce, custody, and property rights is being perpetuated by sex discrimination institutionalized within legal systems and customary laws.,” the report from Equality Now...
Burundi accuses Rwanda as the latest attack injures 38
The spokesperson of the Burundi ministry of Interior and public security, Pierre Nkurikiye this Saturday May 11th revealed that atleast 38
Grenade attack leaves dozens injured in Bujumbura
Grenade attack in the city center in Bujumbura has left dozens injured
Be real – Harry Kane’s trophy curse had no chance against Madrid’s voodoo
An atrocious error from Manuel Neuer paved the way for yet another incredible comeback from the kings of Europe.
Just when you think Real Madrid are out of the Champions League, they drag themselves back in. On Wednesday, for the umpteenth time in their long and illustrious history, the kings of Europe turned around a...
Burundi floods leaves 29 dead
The El Niño phenomenon caused torrential rains, floods and landslides, has affected more than 237,000, leaving 42,000 displaced according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).
“29 dead and 175 people injured, since the start of the rainy season in September 2023. Women are mostly affected,” a press release from...