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Bolt Takes Action to End ‘Taxi-War’ Between Nigeria and South Africa

Bolt Takes Action to End ‘Taxi-War’ Between Nigeria and South Africa

Online taxi firm Bolt has restricted inter-country ride requests between Nigeria and South Africa due to a social media prank war between the two nations. The prank involved booking and canceling rides in the other country, wasting drivers' time, fuel, and money. Bolt identified and blocked users participating in this malicious game, which affected drivers in both countries. The company understands the impact on its driver-partners and has taken measures to prevent further disruptions. The prank war is believed to have started on social media, with users in both countries engaging in a long-standing tradition of trolling each other. However,…
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WHO Launches Emergency Response as Mpox Outbreak Worsens in DRC

WHO Launches Emergency Response as Mpox Outbreak Worsens in DRC

The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched an emergency response to combat the resurgence of the Mpox virus (also known as monkeypox) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). With over 18,000 cases and 500 deaths reported, the DRC has become the epicenter of the outbreak, with a disproportionate 70% of cases affecting children. Amidst the ongoing insurgency in the DRC, the WHO is working to adapt its strategies to reach conflict-hit regions. Dr. Samuel Boland, incident manager for Mpox at the WHO Regional Office for Africa, stated that they are utilizing alternative methods, such as radio broadcasts, to reach…
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UN Reports Record Number of Aid Workers Killed in 2023

UN Reports Record Number of Aid Workers Killed in 2023

In a sobering report released on World Humanitarian Day, the United Nations revealed that a record number of aid workers lost their lives while on duty in 2023. A staggering 280 humanitarian workers were killed worldwide, with the majority (163) meeting their demise in Gaza. However, the crisis in Sudan and South Sudan also saw a significant number of aid workers being killed, highlighting the dangers faced by humanitarians in conflict zones. Benin's Market Revamp Sparks Mixed Emotions In Benin, efforts to modernize the sprawling Tokpa market in central Cotonou have been met with mixed feelings among vendors and shoppers.…
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Senegal Achieves Technological Milestone with Launch of Inaugural Satellite

Senegal Achieves Technological Milestone with Launch of Inaugural Satellite

Senegal has reached a historic milestone with the successful launch of its first satellite, GAINDESAT-1A, from California's Vandenberg base on Friday evening. This achievement makes Senegal one of only 12 African nations to possess its own surveillance and telecommunications satellites in space. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye hailed the launch as a significant step towards Senegal's "technological sovereignty," expressing pride and gratitude to all those involved in the project. Maram Kaïré, director of Senegal's space agency, described the launch as a historic day in the country's progress, marking an important step towards becoming a space-faring nation. The nanosatellite, built by Senegalese…
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Aliko And The Enduring Legacy of Alhassan Dantata: A Pioneer in Trade and Commerce

Aliko And The Enduring Legacy of Alhassan Dantata: A Pioneer in Trade and Commerce

In the 1940s, Alhassan Dantata stood tall as the wealthiest person in West Africa, thanks to his visionary approach to trade and commerce. His innovative spirit led to the creation of the iconic Kano Groundnut Pyramids, each boasting 15,000 filled bags. But Dantata's impact went beyond his business ventures. He was also a trailblazer in banking, opening an account with the British Bank of West Africa (now First Bank Nigeria) in 1929 with an astonishing 20 camel-loads of silver coins in Kano, Nigeria. Today, Dantata's legacy continues to inspire through his great-grandson, Aliko Dangote, the world's richest black person. The…
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