BIRTHDAY – ÌJÈBÚ-JÈSÀ

Sunday, December 18, 2022 remains a memorable day as the Global President of Ijebu Jesa Unions’ Conference (IJUC), Engr. Olugbemiga Olusola Abudiore marked his 70th Birthday in grand style with …

Tanzania: Govt Allays Fears Over National Debt

29 June 2026

[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has allayed fears over the rise in the national debt-to-GDP ratio to 40.7 per cent, explaining that the current level is largely due to borrowing used to finance mega projects aimed at boosting economic growth and improving the living standards of citizens. [...]

South Africa: Blaming Migrants Ignores the Real Causes of South Africa's Economic Crisis

29 June 2026

[The Conversation Africa] South Africa is in the midst of its most significant anti-immigrant mobilisation in years. [...]

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Nears Restructuring Deal With Bondholders

29 June 2026

[Reporter] The Ministry of Finance announced today it has reached an agreement in principle with an Ad Hoc Committee representing investors behind its one-billion-dollar Eurobond. [...]

South Africa: Eskom Records More Than 400 Days Without Load Shedding

29 June 2026

[SAnews.gov.za] Eskom has crossed an infrastructure milestone, hitting 406 consecutive days without load shedding, even as plummeting winter temperatures drive up power use across the country. [...]

Kenya: Ngong-Naivasha Road Flyover Commissioned to Ease Traffic Congestion

29 June 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto is commissioning the Ngong Road-Naivasha Road Flyover at Junction Mall. [...]

Tanzania: Perseus Mining Injects 457.7bn/ - Into Tz Ahead of Gold Output

29 June 2026

[Daily News] Mwanza -- THE multi-billion-dollar Nyanzaga Gold Project has already injected 457.7bn/- into Tanzania's economy, ahead of the start of commercial gold production, expected in the first quarter of 2027. [...]

Tanzania: Negligent Health Workers Face NHIF Surcharge

29 June 2026

[Daily News] Tanga -- TANGA Regional Commissioner Dr Batilda Burian has warned that health workers who negligently process National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) claims and cause financial losses to public health facilities will be personally surcharged. [...]

Uganda: Democratic Front Demands Immediate Reopening of NMG

29 June 2026

[Nile Post] The Democratic Front (DF) has strongly condemned the military raid and closure of Nation Media Group (NMG) Uganda media outlets, describing the action as a violation of constitutional guarantees on freedom of expression and press freedom. [...]

Kenya: Absa Bank Kenya CEO Abdi Mohamed Resigns

29 June 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Absa Bank Kenya Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamed has resigned after serving the lender for 32 years.In a statement, the bank said Mohamed will leave his position with immediate effect to pursue other career opportunities. [...]

Uganda: Ntungamo Farmers Brace for Harsh Dry Season As Drought Tightens Grip

29 June 2026

[Nile Post] Farmers in Ntungamo District are racing against worsening drought conditions as crops wither, water sources diminish and pasturelands dry up across several rural communities. [...]

Nigeria: Oil Price Drop - FCCPC Warns Fuel Importers, Refiners, Others Against Exploiting Consumers

29 June 2026

[Leadership] The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned refiners, importers, depot operators, marketers and retail outlet owners against exploiting consumers after finding only marginal reductions in the prices of petroleum products despite a sharp fall in global crude oil prices. [...]

Kenya: Safaricom My OneApp Hits 4.7 Million Users As Legacy Apps Face Phase-Out

29 June 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Safaricom says adoption of its unified "My OneApp" platform has reached 4.7 million registered users in Kenya as the telecommunications giant accelerates plans to phase out its legacy digital applications. [...]

Kenya: President Ruto Assents to County Allocation of Revenue Bill 2026

29 June 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has assented to the County Allocation of Revenue Bill 2026, paving the way for the equitable sharing of revenue among county governments across the country. [...]

Kenya: NTSA Says School Buses, Commercial Service Vehicles Won't Be Penalized Over New Inspection Rules

29 June 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has clarified that motorists and transport operators will not face penalties over several newly introduced vehicle inspection requirements as confusion continues over the implementation of the 2026 regulations. [...]

Kenya: KRA Rules Out Extension of June 30 Tax Return Deadline

29 June 2026

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has ruled out extending the June 30 deadline for filing 2025 income tax returns, warning that taxpayers who fail to comply will face penalties and possible default tax assessments. [...]

Rwanda: Kigali Plans to Double Public Transport Use in 10 Years

29 June 2026

[New Times] Kigali's ambition to increase public transport usage from 20 per cent to 50 per cent over the next decade will depend less on expanding bus routes and more on making public transport reliable, efficient and attractive enough to become the preferred choice for commuters. [...]

Nigeria: Govt Lauds Lee Engineering, NNPC, Others for Keeping to Timelines On ELPS Project

29 June 2026

[This Day] Ekpo says compressor to raise gas pressure for power generation, industries [...]

Nigeria: Amid Drop in Global Crude Oil Price, FCCPC Warns Marketers Against Exploiting Consumers

29 June 2026

[This Day] Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive, Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Mr. Tunji Bello, yesterday warned operators in the downstream petroleum sector against exploiting consumers by refusing to reflect the sharp decline in global crude oil prices in retail fuel prices. [...]

Ethiopia: PM Abiy Inaugurates Entoto-Kebena River and Riverside Development Project in Addis Ababa

29 June 2026

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially inaugurated the Entoto-Kebena River and Riverside Development Project in Addis Ababa earlier this afternoon. [...]

Nigeria: Fast-Track Deals With Chinese Firms for Port Harcourt, Warri Refineries, IPMAN Urges NNPC

29 June 2026

[Leadership] The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has called on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), to expedite the conclusion of the proposed Technical Equity Partnership with the two Chinese companies for the completion and operation of the Warri and Port Harcourt Refineries. [...]

Namibia: Nandi-Ndaitwah Heads to China With Namibian Business Delegation

29 June 2026

[Namibian] President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says she and a delegation of Namibian business personalities will be heading to China in the coming days. [...]

Zimbabwe: The OK Zimbabwe Photo - What Happens When the Pavement Becomes the Marketplace?

29 June 2026

[New Zimbabwe] Some photographs reveal more about an economy than official statistics. [...]

Zimbabwe: Mutoko's Granite Wealth Leaves Locals Choking On Dust and Broken Promises

29 June 2026

[New Zimbabwe] In Northern Mutoko, heavy machinery hums across the area, their dust from granite mining thickening the air. [...]

Malawi: 'The Kwacha Is Falling, Families Are Breaking' - Chithyola Paints Bleak Picture of Malawi's Economy

29 June 2026

[Nyasa Times] Opposition Leader Simplex Chithyola Banda has delivered a grim assessment of Malawi's economy, telling residents of Bwaila that ordinary families are bearing the full weight of a collapsing currency, rising prices and shrinking opportunities. [...]

Nigeria: FCCPC Warns Oil Marketers Against Profiteering As Crude Prices Fall

29 June 2026

[Vanguard] The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned oil marketers against exploiting consumers, saying the current retail prices of petrol do not reflect the sharp decline in global crude oil prices. [...]

Venezuela earthquake rescues: Five heart-warming moments

29 June 2026

Amid the death and destruction, a few fleeting moments have brought rare relief to Venezuelans. [...]

Israeli attack in Gaza kills three, including a child

29 June 2026

The strike in Deir el-Balah is the latest Israeli attack amid ongoing 'ceasefire' violations. [...]

Saudi Arabia’s early FIFA World Cup exit prompts federation chief to resign

29 June 2026

Saudi Arabia, the three-time Asian champions, finish bottom of Group H with two points from three games. [...]

Netherlands vs Morocco: FIFA World Cup Round of 32: Prediction, team news

29 June 2026

A rare meeting of the top 10 ranked teams sees Morocco take on the Netherlands in the round of 32 in Monterrey, Mexico. [...]

‘A concession to Zelenskyy’s ultimatum’: Ukraine’s triumph over Belarus

29 June 2026

President Zelenskyy demands Lukashenko shut down stations installed by Russia 'or we will'. [...]

Nigerians return home after fleeing xenophobic attacks in South Africa

29 June 2026

Nigerians are returning home after facing a wave of xenophobic violence in South Africa. [...]

Vance Vs Rubio: Is Team Trump divided on Iran and Lebanon?

29 June 2026

The White House denied a split between the two officials who have historically held diverging foreign policy positions. [...]

‘Tit-for-tat US-Iran attacks appear to be over’

29 June 2026

Former US Ambassador to Oman Richard Schmierer says recent US-Iran military exchanges appear to have run their course. [...]

Russia-Ukraine war: Why has Putin rejected limits on long-range strikes?

29 June 2026

Russian president claims Ukraine, which has ramped up attacks on Russia's energy sector, proposed the limits. [...]

‘Erased from history’: A century on from Canada’s anti-Greek riots

29 June 2026

Historians and Greek community members say 1918 riots in Toronto reminiscent of anti-immigrant rhetoric, xenophobia now. [...]

Australia and Vanuatu sign deal to block foreign military bases

29 June 2026

Two countries sign economic and security pact, as China expresses concern that the agreement may be targeted at it. [...]

China slaps export controls on dozens of Japanese entities

29 June 2026

China's Ministry of Commerce says measures are a response to Tokyo's 'new militarism'. [...]

FIFA World Cup: Round of 32 schedule, predictions and latest news

29 June 2026

World Cup round of 32 continues with Brazil, Germany and the Netherlands in action as Canada celebrates history. [...]

Venezuela rescuers race against the clock to find more survivors

29 June 2026

Venezuela rescuers race against the clock to find more survivors. [...]

Will Andy Burnham mark a shift in the UK’s Gaza policy?

29 June 2026

The Labour Party has the chance to review its policy on Israel, but observers say it will opt for continuity. [...]

UK’s likely next leader Andy Burnham to unveil economic, devolution plans

29 June 2026

Frontrunner to be next PM expected to announce a 10-year mission to raise living standards. [...]

Israel triggers huge explosion in southern Lebanon

29 June 2026

A massive explosion triggered by the Israeli military shook the southern Lebanese village of Majdal Zoun. [...]

Watch World Cup Day 18: Canada beats South Africa, through to last 16

29 June 2026

Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America. [...]

South Korea announces more than $1 trillion AI, chip investment drive

29 June 2026

South Korean president frames the push as a race against time to secure the country's domination in AI boom. [...]

Stealing from the gods: India’s Ram Temple hit by corruption scandal

29 June 2026

The temple is mired in embezzlement allegations before crucial state elections, embarrassing PM Modi's government. [...]

South Korean president, ex-players, fans demand change after World Cup exit

29 June 2026

South Korea's World Cup exit after the group stage prompted the coach to quit, with the president calling for a probe. [...]

Brazil vs Japan: FIFA World Cup Round of 16 – Vinicius, prediction, lineups

29 June 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 pits South American giants Brazil against Asian heavyweights Japan in Houston. [...]

Skydiving plane crash kills 11 in northeastern France

29 June 2026

11 people were killed when a plane belonging to a parachuting school crashed in Tomblaine, France. [...]

Thousands of Kurds gather in Turkiye to demand release of PKK leader

29 June 2026

Thousands of Kurds in Turkiye rallied to demand the release of PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan and other prisoners. [...]

Oil prices rise as US, Iranian strikes threaten Strait of Hormuz reopening

29 June 2026

Brent crude edges up as tit-for-tat strikes hinder return to normality in key waterway. [...]

Dad describes sisters' deaths as 'unbearable' as family gathers for funeral

29 June 2026

A funeral is held for three sisters who died in the sea off the coast of Brighton in May. [...]

Murder accused targeted vulnerable women, jury told

29 June 2026

Simon Levy, 40, from Tottenham denies murdering Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo and Sheryl Wilkins. [...]

'Our lives will never be the same again after Lime bike crash'

29 June 2026

Jane Ouartsi suffered severe injuries when she was crashed into by a bike ridden by a 10-year-old boy. [...]

Andy Burnham 'gets it' - London mayor Sadiq Khan

29 June 2026

Sir Sadiq Khan says he is looking forward to working with former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham. [...]

The Good Life actress Dame Penelope Keith dies aged 86

29 June 2026

Tributes are paid to the "comic genius", who starred in some of Britain's most popular sitcoms. [...]

Anti-expansion protests held as Wimbledon begins

29 June 2026

Campaigners oppose plans for a large development with 38 new tennis courts and a stadium. [...]

Attempted murder charge after car hits pedestrians

29 June 2026

Timir Ahmed Mohamed is accused of the attempted murder of five people in Ealing, west London. [...]

London pupils rebuild broken toys to cut waste

29 June 2026

Schoolchildren across London are rebuilding broken toys to cut waste and learn about climate change. [...]

£500k fund backs London summer street events

29 June 2026

The mayor has allocated the money to support summer street dining, events and local hospitality. [...]

The surprising 300-year-old past of the Royal Family's parish church

27 June 2026

St Martin-in-the-Fields' influence has moved far beyond that of being a place of worship. [...]

Life inside my retrofitted house during a heatwave

27 June 2026

Catherine Katzka retrofitted her 1960s family townhouse in Sydenham, south-east London, in 2022. [...]

The 'constant fear' of living in an overheated home with a baby

25 June 2026

Jackson Bylett and his wife, who live in a flat in east London with their baby, fear for the future. [...]

Londoners reflect on Brexit 10 years on from referendum

23 June 2026

BBC London speaks to voters in London's Remain and Leave heartlands a decade on from pivotal vote. [...]

Meet the Windrush women who helped rebuild Britain

22 June 2026

From a large house with a veranda to living in one room - Windrush Londoners share their stories. [...]

London's driverless revolution: Awe, anxiety and the unknown

19 June 2026

How soon will it be before driverless taxis are a common sight on the roads of London? [...]

'I'd be put off if he asked to split it': Who should pay on a first date?

19 June 2026

Some insist on splitting the bill, others say the asker should pay, while many still see a man paying as romantic. [...]

The real Ted Lasso? American student revives London football club

18 June 2026

Matthew Evans resurrects East Sheen Football Club after being inspired by its colourful history. [...]

Why has Texas set its sights on London?

18 June 2026

Texas, which once had an embassy in London, strengthens its ties with the capital by opening a new trade office. [...]

Were Havering voters misled on Hexit?

16 June 2026

Reform UK's election campaign raised the prospect of Havering leaving Greater London - a position their local leader now disowns. [...]

Joy - and a bit of rivalry - at millionth parkrun

13 June 2026

The millionth parkrun event takes place in Bushy Park - where the idea was born 22 years ago. [...]

Is amount of pre-Wimbledon injuries a worry?

28 June 2026

Jack Draper says the amount of injured leading players is "pretty worrying" as he prepares to make his Grand Slam comeback at Wimbledon. [...]

Defender Cameron leaves Bromley

29 June 2026

Bromley release defender Kyle Cameron after the termination of his contract. [...]

Packer's dream farewell as Saracens win record fourth title

28 June 2026

Marlie Packer scores two tries on her final Saracens appearance as the north London side secure a record fourth league title with a comprehensive 52-14 win over Trailfinders at Twickenham Stoop. [...]

Sunderland reject £8m Chelsea bid for Xhaka

28 June 2026

Sunderland say experienced midfielder Granit Xhaka is not for sale after rejecting an £8m bid for the player from Chelsea. [...]

Durham thump Middlesex, Kent stun Hants in T20 Blast

28 June 2026

Half-centuries from Daniel Bell-Drummond and Sam Billings inspire Kent to victory over South Group leaders Hampshire in the T20 Blast. [...]

Markets digest bank earnings after recent turmoil

14 April 2023

Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know

14 April 2023

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022. [...]

Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

14 April 2023

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis. [...]

Analysis: Fox News is about to enter the true No Spin Zone

14 April 2023

This is it. [...]

Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color

13 April 2023

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds. [...]

Not only is Lake Powell's water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too

21 March 2022

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows. [...]

These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

22 March 2022

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report. [...]

Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren't more of them doing it?

20 March 2022

As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls. [...]

Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks

18 April 2023

Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a crowd of, reportedly, over 125,000 people, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé used the ground-breaking moment to pay homage to Korean heritage by arriving onstage in hanboks: a traditional type of dress. [...]

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

30 March 2023

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study. [...]

How Playboy cut ties with Hugh Hefner to create a post-MeToo brand

11 April 2023

Hugh Hefner launched Playboy Magazine 70 years ago this year. The first issue included a nude photograph of Marilyn Monroe, which he had purchased and published without her knowledge or consent. [...]

'A definitive backslide.' Inside fashion's worrying runway trend

6 April 2023

Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it's clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats. [...]

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

12 April 2023

In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up a pair of his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of his final NBA championship — and now they are the most expensive sneakers ever to sell at auction. The game-winning sneakers sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's in New York on Tuesday, smashing the sneaker auction record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 by a pair of Nike Air Ships that Jordan wore earlier in his career. [...]

The surreal facades of America's strip clubs

6 March 2023

Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. [...]

Here's the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

7 April 2023

We all know the routine by heart: "Please ensure your seats are in the upright position, tray tables stowed, window shades are up, laptops are stored in the overhead bins and electronic devices are set to flight mode." [...]

'I was up to my waist down a hippo's throat.' He survived, and here's his advice

12 April 2023

Paul Templer was living his best life. [...]

They bought an abandoned 'ghost house' in the Japanese countryside

10 April 2023

He'd spent years backpacking around the world, and Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama was finally ready to return home to pursue his long-held dream of opening up a guesthouse. [...]

Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

31 March 2023

Due to its remoteness and short summer season, Mongolia has long been a destination overlooked by travelers. [...]

The most beautiful sections of China's Great Wall

18 September 2023

Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I've had plenty of time to travel widely in China. [...]

10 December 2021

Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

12 December 2022

Celebrities and musicians are coming together tonight to honor everyday people making the world a better place. [...]

CNN Heroes: Sharing the Spotlight

10 December 2022

Donate now to a Top 10 CNN Hero

26 November 2021

Anderson Cooper explains how you can easily donate to any of the 2021 Top 10 CNN Heroes. [...]

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29 June 2026

It's official: now avoid credit card interest into 2024

29 June 2026

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IJUC GLOBAL PRESIDENT, ENGR. ABUDIORE MARKS 70TH BIRTHDAY IN GRAND STYLE, SHOWCASE MUSIC TALENT