Two workers pulled alive from Nepal tunnel nine days after deadly flash flooding
Two workers have been rescued alive from a hydropower tunnel in Nepal, nine days after catastrophic floods and landslides swept through the region, killing more than 1,200 people and leaving thousands missing. The two men were rescued on Friday from…
South Africa moves to win back Nigerian travellers
South Africa is stepping up efforts to restore Nigerian confidence in its travel and tourism market, with industry stakeholders from both countries moving to tackle concerns around safety, connectivity and long-standing perceptions. The renewed push emerged from the South Africa…
Emir of Gumel dies in Egypt
The Emir of Gumel in Jigawa State, Alhaji Dr. Ahmed Muhammad Sani II, CON, has died. The monarch passed away on Thursday in Egypt.His death has thrown the people of the Gumel Emirate and residents of Jigawa State into mourning,…
Niger’s failed coup exposes cracks in the military
The failed coup in Niger has brought deep divisions within the military to light. As Russia’s support highlights the junta’s fading influence, soldiers continue to face jihadi attacks, poor equipment and little payWhat does it mean to be a soldier…
Veteran Hong Kong actor and dance pioneer Lau Siu-ming dies aged 94
Born in 1931, the veteran actor was among the first Hong Kong dancers to pursue formal training in Europe and was known for incorporating his experiences and Chinese heritage into his work.Hong Kong veteran actor and dancer Lau Siu-ming has…
Gabon Striker Aubameyang Retires From International Football
Gabon captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has announced that he is stepping back from the national team, saying he felt “humiliated” by his exclusion and subsequent reinstatement after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The top scorer in the history…
WHY GOOD GOVERNANCE HOLDS THE KEY TO AFRICAN AVIATION — OBASANJO
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has stressed that good governance is fundamental to the growth and development of Africa’s aviation and tourism sectors. Obasanjo made the remarks while speaking as the Special Guest of Honour at the AeroWest Summit 2026…
Burna Boy sets new record as first Nigerian artist to surpass 4 billion YouTube views
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has achieved another major milestone in his career, becoming the first Nigerian artist to surpass 4 billion total views on YouTube. The milestone was reached through the combined views generated by music videos and other…
Disney Channel Actress Carla Jeffery Dead at 33
Carla Jeffery, the actress best known for playing Bree Prattle in Disney Channel’s Zombies franchise, has died at the age of 33. Jeffery died on September 1, 2026, according to a statement released by her longtime talent management company, Alexanders…
Ghanaian footballer Roland Mawuli dies in Spain at 22
Ghanaian football has been thrown into mourning following the death of 22-year-old footballer Roland Mawuli in Spain. Mawuli’s death was announced by his Spanish club, Ciudad de Calasparra, on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The club described him as one of…