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Africa

Aug
19
2024
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By Ahmed Ture
Senegal Achieves Technological Milestone with Launch of Inaugural Satellite

Senegal Achieves Technological Milestone with Launch of Inaugural Satellite

Africa, Breaking, Technology, World News,
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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Aug
13
2024
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By Ahmed Ture
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

Africa, History
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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Jul
27
2024
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By Ahmed Ture
Ugandan TikTok Sensation Rango Tenge Tenge Arrives in Nigeria for Collaboration with Davido

Ugandan TikTok Sensation Rango Tenge Tenge Arrives in Nigeria for Collaboration with Davido

Africa, Breaking, Entertainment, ,
Kampala, Uganda - Rango Tenge Tenge, the popular Ugandan TikTok creator, has arrived in Nigeria after being invited by renowned Nigerian artist Davido. The exciting collaboration will feature Tenge in Davido's upcoming music video alongside the Ghêtto Kíds. Davido has offered Tenge a substantial sum of money for his appearance in the video, a testament to the Ugandan's growing influence in the entertainment industry. To ensure Tenge's safety during his stay in Nigeria, the Nigerian military has pledged to provide him with security personnel. Tenge's ultimate goal is to utilize his platform and earnings to build multiple boreholes in his…
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Jul
27
2024
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By Ahmed Ture
Karamagi Alex “Dog City” Released from CMI Detention, Recounts Harrowing Experience

Karamagi Alex “Dog City” Released from CMI Detention, Recounts Harrowing Experience

Africa, Breaking, Politics,
Kampala, Uganda - After nearly a week in detention at the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI), Karamagi Alex, popularly known as "Dog City," has been released alongside comrades Wambi Peter from Luuka and Mwanje Ashraf from Kyadondo. According to sources, the trio was subjected to severe torture during their detention, leaving them in need of urgent medical attention. Dog City before incarceration In a disturbing display of humiliation, Dog City's signature dreadlocked hair was shaved off by his captors. The release of the three comrades has sparked a mix of emotions, with many expressing relief and solidarity. The incident has…
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Jul
26
2024
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By Abdulrahman
Revitalizing a National Icon: Bankers’ Committee Unveils Renovated National Theatre

Revitalizing a National Icon: Bankers’ Committee Unveils Renovated National Theatre

Africa, Breaking, Featured, Nigeria,
In a groundbreaking initiative, the Bankers' Committee is poised to complete the comprehensive renovation and upgrading of the National Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos. This monumental project, launched in July 2021, aims to restore the theatre's former glory and unlock opportunities for Nigeria's vibrant creative sector. During a media tour and briefing, the Committee showcased the transformed National Theatre complex, highlighting its commitment to reviving national pride. By upgrading the facilities to world-class standards, the Bankers' Committee seeks to empower the youth in the creative industry, fostering job creation, income generation, and foreign exchange earnings. The extensive renovation encompasses various spaces,…
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