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November, 2024

  • 6 November

    How scandals like Baltasar Ebang Engonga’s reflect the hidden power dynamics in Equatorial Guinea’s elite circles [Opinion]

    The Power Dynamics at Play: Family Ties and Political Influence Equatorial Guinea is known for its concentrated political power, where family ties frequently intersect with governance. Baltasar Ebang Engonga, often referred to as the “financial crime boss” of Equatorial Guinea, holds significant authority as head of the country’s National Agency …

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  • 6 November

    Equity NARO Open returns for 4th edition this weekend in Namulonge

    Uganda’s amateur and professional golfers are set to converge this weekend for the 4th Annual Equity NARO Open at the MaryLouise Simkins Memorial Golf Club in Namulonge, Wakiso District. The Equity NARO Open has become a landmark event for the MaryLouise Simkins Memorial Golf Club, which is located at the …

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  • 6 November

    Footballer instantly killed after lightning struck him on the pitch (VIDEO)

    On Sunday afternoon, lightning struck a football game in Peru, killing one player and injuring several others. The unfortunate incident happened shortly after the referee had stopped play because of the approaching storm. The game was a local match between Juventud Bellavista and Familia Chocca in the central Peruvian town …

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  • 6 November

    MPs set for showdown as parliament on coffee

    Yesterday, the Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, held a press conference at Parliament, where he vowed that opposition MPs would stand firm in defence of coffee farmers’ economic empowerment. Possible arrests Despite reports of increased security presence and looming arrests, Ssenyonyi assured the public that they would not be …

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  • 6 November

    Actor Charles Okocha announces he is getting married!

    Taking to Instagram on November 5, 2024, the actor posted a series of booed-up pictures with his wife-to-be, sporting different stunning attire. In his caption, he launched their official wedding hashtag, “#MICHARLES2024.” Filled with excitement for the star, his fans took to the comment section with congratulatory messages and prayers. …

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  • 6 November

    U.S. presidential election – everything you need to know

    The race began between Democratic President Joe Biden and former Republican President Donald Trump, both of whom had won their respective parties’ primaries. However, after a disastrous debate performance, President Biden withdrew from the race in July. Vice President Kamala Harris, 60, subsequently won the Democratic Party’s nomination instead. Kamala …

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  • 6 November

    Trump in early lead; final results expected in days

    However, both candidates still had potential paths to reach the 270 electoral votes needed to win the presidency. The contest is widely expected to hinge on the outcomes in seven pivotal swing states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Pre-election opinion polls indicated a neck-and-neck race in …

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  • 6 November

    Why are black cats considered bad luck?

    This belief can make life difficult for these innocent animals, especially when people choose not to adopt them or harm them out of fear. But where did these superstitions come from, and why do they still exist today? The history behind the beliefs The idea of black cats being unlucky …

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  • 6 November

    5 countries that don’t use their own currency

    For example, the United States uses the US Dollar, and the United Kingdom uses the British Pound. But, did you know some countries don’t use their own money at all? These countries have found it better to adopt another nation’s currency instead of having their own. Why would a country …

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  • 6 November

    FMC Keffi issues 2-week ultimatum for relatives to claim unclaimed corpses

    This is contained in a statement by Miss Esther Bature, Head of Public Relations/Protocol of the centre and made available to newsmen in Keffi, Nasarawa state on Tuesday. Bature said some of the corpses have exceeded the six months permitted by law to remain in the morgue, hence the decision …

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