This poignant poem reflects the yearning of African youth for opportunities to flourish amidst elders’ caution, advocating for a future where talents thrive and dreams illuminate the path to progress. In Africa’s embrace, I dream of a brighter day, where my talents bloom and dreams find their way. But the path is barred, opportunity seems lost, as elders preach caution, …

11 Nigerians were apprehended on Tuesday after being observed eating food during the Ramadan fast, according to the Islamic police in Kano, Nigeria’s northern state. Kano, with a majority Muslim population, operates under Sharia alongside secular law. The Islamic police, known as Hisbah, conduct searches of eateries and markets every year during Ramadan. The ten men and one woman were …

As the new school term commences in Uganda, parents are facing unexpected expenses as some schools introduce peculiar additions to their list of student requirements. Amidst the usual rush to secure textbooks and uniforms, parents are now grappling with requests for chickens from their children’s schools. This unorthodox demand is exemplified by Child Care Nursery and Primary School in Kabale …