Joseph Don unveils Office Hours, a comedy series mixing humor with real business lessons, now streaming on YouTube. Port Harcourt-based entrepreneur and filmmaker Joseph Don has launched a new comedy series titled Office Hours , designed to combine entertainment with practical business insights. The series premiered on March 23, 2026, and is currently available for streaming on the Tellyt Studios YouTube channel, providing easy access for online audiences. Set in a fictional office environment, Office Hours follows a team navigating the everyday realities of running a modern business. Through humor and satire, the series explores key entrepreneurial challenges, including marketing, team management, and financial decision-making. Speaking on the concept behind the project, Don said the series aims to deliver relatable content that reflects the real experiences of entrepreneurs. He noted that while many business owners turn to entertainment to unwind, few shows address the practical challenges they face. Unlike traditional business programs that rely heavily on technical discussions, Office Hours adopts a storytelling format. Each episode focuses on a specific business issue, using comedic narratives to highlight lessons in leadership, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship. The production emphasizes the role of entertainment as a learning tool, with Don stating that combining storytelling with knowledge allows audiences to absorb practical lessons in an engaging way. Source: The Sun Nigeria Continue Reading Full Article ENTERTAINMENT Joseph Don Launches ‘Office Hours’ Comedy Series By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Mar 28, 2026 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Port Harcourt-based entrepreneur and filmmaker Joseph Don has launched a new comedy series titled Office Hours , designed to combine entertainment with practical business insights. The series premiered on March 23, 2026, and is currently available for streaming on the Tellyt Studios YouTube channel, providing easy access for online audiences. ADVERTISEMENT Set in a fictional office environment, Office Hours follows a team navigating the everyday realities of running a modern business. Through humor and satire, the series explores key entrepreneurial challenges, including marketing, team management, and financial decision-making. Speaking on the concept behind the project, Don said the series aims to deliver relatable content that reflects the real experiences of entrepreneurs. He noted that while many business owners turn to entertainment to unwind, few shows address the practical challenges they face. ADVERTISEMENT Unlike traditional business programs that rely heavily on technical discussions, Office Hours adopts a storytelling format. Each episode focuses on a specific business issue, using comedic narratives to highlight lessons in leadership, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship. The production emphasizes the role of entertainment as a learning tool, with Don stating that combining storytelling with knowledge allows audiences to absorb practical lessons in an engaging way. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today Biography Poco Lee Biography: Age, Real Name, Dance Career and Songs . Biography Eric Omondi Biography: Comedy, Activism and Public Life . Biography Who Is Snit Habteab, Eritrea’s Miss World Trailblazer? . Entertainment Poco Lee UK Case Sparks Consent Debate Among Nigerian Stars . Entertainment FOLA Leads 2026 Headies Nominations Ahead of Toronto . ADVERTISEMENT Source: The Sun Nigeria ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Biography Poco Lee Biography: Age, Real Name, Dance Career and Songs Inside the Nigerian dancer’s rise from Ojo street shows to Afrobeats stages, music and global fame. . Biography Eric Omondi Biography: Comedy, Activism and Public Life How Eric Omondi rose through Churchill Show and became a prominent Kenyan activist. . Biography Who Is Snit Habteab, Eritrea’s Miss World Trailblazer? The neuroscientist and educator became Eritrea’s first Miss World entrant and reached the Top 6 . Entertainment Poco Lee UK Case Sparks Consent Debate Among Nigerian Stars The dancer faces five sexual offence charges and returns to court on September 15. . Tags Entertainment Entertainment Nigerian Entertainment Nigerian Entertainment Nigeria Nigeria

Tanzania is taking a significant leap towards addressing the electricity deficit in East Africa with its ambitious energy projects aimed at enhancing the region's power supply. The nation is harnessing its vast natural gas reserves and renewable energy potential to not only meet its domestic needs but also to contribute to the regional power grid. Strategic Natural Gas Exploitation Tanzania is in the final stages of approving a monumental $42 billion Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project. This initiative, expected to transform the country's economy, involves collaboration with major global energy firms like Equinor, Shell, and Exxon Mobil. The project aims to tap into Tanzania's estimated 57 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves, which had previously seen stalled investments due to various disagreements. The renewed focus and negotiations led by President Samia Suluhu Hassan are setting the stage for the revival of offshore natural gas projects, which promise to significantly boost the country's energy output and economic landscape. Renewable Energy Ambitions Parallel to the natural gas venture, Tanzania is aggressively pursuing renewable energy projects with a target to inject over 6,000 megawatts of green energy into the national grid. This initiative positions Tanzania to become one of Africa's leading renewable energy producers, alongside giants like South Africa and Morocco. The green energy roadmap includes the completion of the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project and other hydro, solar, and wind projects. These efforts reflect Tanzania's commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly energy solutions, aiming to vastly increase its current electricity supply and support the region's demand. Impacts on Regional Electricity Supply The combination of Tanzania's LNG project and its renewable energy pursuits is poised to significantly mitigate the electricity shortfall in East Africa. By increasing its power generation capacity, Tanzania will not only secure its energy future but also play a crucial role in stabilizing the regional power supply. This strategic move is expected to attract more investments, foster economic growth, and support sustainable development in East Africa. Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Feb 26, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Transformative Tanzania's Groundbreaking Energy Projects Set to Empower East Africa Tanzania is taking a significant leap towards addressing the electricity deficit in East Africa with its ambitious energy projects aimed at enhancing the region's power supply. The nation is harnessing its vast natural gas reserves and renewable energy potential to not only meet its domestic needs but also to contribute to the regional power grid. Strategic Natural Gas Exploitation Tanzania is in the final stages of approving a monumental $42 billion Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project. This initiative, expected to transform the country's economy, involves collaboration with major global energy firms like Equinor, Shell, and Exxon Mobil. The project aims to tap into Tanzania's estimated 57 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves, which had previously seen stalled investments due to various disagreements. The renewed focus and negotiations led by President Samia Suluhu Hassan are setting the stage for the revival of offshore natural gas projects, which promise to significantly boost the country's energy output and economic landscape. ADVERTISEMENT Renewable Energy Ambitions Parallel to the natural gas venture, Tanzania is aggressively pursuing renewable energy projects with a target to inject over 6,000 megawatts of green energy into the national grid. This initiative positions Tanzania to become one of Africa's leading renewable energy producers, alongside giants like South Africa and Morocco. The green energy roadmap includes the completion of the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project and other hydro, solar, and wind projects. These efforts reflect Tanzania's commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly energy solutions, aiming to vastly increase its current electricity supply and support the region's demand. Impacts on Regional Electricity Supply The combination of Tanzania's LNG project and its renewable energy pursuits is poised to significantly mitigate the electricity shortfall in East Africa. By increasing its power generation capacity, Tanzania will not only secure its energy future but also play a crucial role in stabilizing the regional power supply. This strategic move is expected to attract more investments, foster economic growth, and support sustainable development in East Africa. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

A dispute over Congo’s colonial-era archives raises questions about AI mining, mineral data control, and clean energy supply chains. Access to old geological records has become a new pressure point in the race for Africa’s critical minerals not because the papers are “treasure maps,” but because turning them into searchable, machine-readable data can change who moves fastest in exploration. At the centre is KoBold Metals, a US-based miner that markets itself as an AI-driven exploration company. KoBold says colonial-era geological archives from the Democratic Republic of Congo, held in Belgium at the Royal Museum for Central Africa (AfricaMuseum), are vital inputs for its modelling the kind of historical field notes, prospecting records and unpublished reports that can help narrow down targets for lithium, cobalt and copper . Belgian authorities and museum leadership have pushed back, refusing to release the material for company-led digitisation before a public, supervised process is completed. Their argument is governance as much as preservation: letting one private firm run digitisation could create an information advantage that conflicts with a public institution’s mandate and broader access goals. This standoff sits alongside a July 2025 agreement between Kinshasa and KoBold aimed at expanding public access to historic geoscientific data through Congo’s National Geological Service, including digitisation work linked to the Belgium-held records. But Belgian officials have indicated that such arrangements do not bind Brussels while the archive remains under Belgian federal control. Why the urgency? Because in modern exploration, data is the fuel and “more data” can mean fewer wasted drills, better prioritisation and faster decisions, especially when paired with today’s remote sensing and geophysics. KoBold’s pitch is that its models improve as they ingest more varied training data and as uncertainty is reduced by new observations. Historic archives can expand the baseline, even if they still require field validation as cited by bussiness insiderAfrica . The broader backdrop is the energy transition supply chain. The DRC is central to global cobalt production and is also a major copper producer, while lithium prospects such as Manono are drawing intensified interest. That makes “mineral intelligence” in Congo unusually strategic: whoever can responsibly translate legacy records into usable datasets can influence investment timing and competitive positioning. Europe’s role adds another layer. EU support for digitisation is intended to back an orderly, publicly governed release of information rather than an exclusive pipeline to any one company. A team began scientific work in February 2026, with archivists expected to join in March but officials say the full cataloguing and digitisation process could take years. Ultimately, the dispute is about more than scanning paper. It’s about rules for access, ownership and repatriation of colonial-era scientific material and how those rules intersect with commercial timelines and state sovereignty. Belgium says it plans to return the archives to Congo after digitisation, but until then, the fight is over who controls the conversion of history into actionable, modern mineral data. BACKPACKING AFRICA KoBold Seeks Access to Congo Mineral Archives Held in Belgium By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Feb 22, 2026 May 15, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Access to old geological records has become a new pressure point in the race for Africa’s critical minerals not because the papers are “treasure maps,” but because turning them into searchable, machine-readable data can change who moves fastest in exploration. At the centre is KoBold Metals, a US-based miner that markets itself as an AI-driven exploration company. KoBold says colonial-era geological archives from the Democratic Republic of Congo, held in Belgium at the Royal Museum for Central Africa (AfricaMuseum), are vital inputs for its modelling the kind of historical field notes, prospecting records and unpublished reports that can help narrow down targets for lithium, cobalt and copper . Belgian authorities and museum leadership have pushed back, refusing to release the material for company-led digitisation before a public, supervised process is completed. Their argument is governance as much as preservation: letting one private firm run digitisation could create an information advantage that conflicts with a public institution’s mandate and broader access goals. ADVERTISEMENT This standoff sits alongside a July 2025 agreement between Kinshasa and KoBold aimed at expanding public access to historic geoscientific data through Congo’s National Geological Service, including digitisation work linked to the Belgium-held records. But Belgian officials have indicated that such arrangements do not bind Brussels while the archive remains under Belgian federal control. Why the urgency? ADVERTISEMENT Because in modern exploration, data is the fuel and “more data” can mean fewer wasted drills, better prioritisation and faster decisions, especially when paired with today’s remote sensing and geophysics. KoBold’s pitch is that its models improve as they ingest more varied training data and as uncertainty is reduced by new observations. Historic archives can expand the baseline, even if they still require field validation as cited by bussiness insiderAfrica . The broader backdrop is the energy transition supply chain. The DRC is central to global cobalt production and is also a major copper producer, while lithium prospects such as Manono are drawing intensified interest. That makes “mineral intelligence” in Congo unusually strategic: whoever can responsibly translate legacy records into usable datasets can influence investment timing and competitive positioning. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . 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A team began scientific work in February 2026, with archivists expected to join in March but officials say the full cataloguing and digitisation process could take years. Ultimately, the dispute is about more than scanning paper. It’s about rules for access, ownership and repatriation of colonial-era scientific material and how those rules intersect with commercial timelines and state sovereignty. Belgium says it plans to return the archives to Congo after digitisation, but until then, the fight is over who controls the conversion of history into actionable, modern mineral data. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Policy and Reforms US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty Will Democrats support Kagame after the 2026 midterms? Blinken's statements, Biden's Rwanda policy . War in Eastern DRC Muyaya: Congo's War Has Nothing to Do With the Constitution In London, the DRC government spokesperson rejects constitutional politics as a cause of the eastern . 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DRC lawmakers adopted Washington Accords bills, sending them to the Senate as MPs call for peace and accountability. The Democratic Republic of Congo’s National Assembly has adopted two bills authorizing ratification of the Washington Accords, sending the texts to the Senate for a second reading after a near-unanimous vote, according to Actualité.cd . The measures cover the peace agreement between the DRC and Rwanda and a strategic partnership between the DRC and the United States, both signed in Washington. National Deputy Singoma Mwanza, elected from Nyiragongo in North Kivu, said the vote should send a clear message to communities affected by conflict in eastern DRC: lawmakers want peace to return as quickly as possible. The next stage now moves to the Senate, where the two texts are expected to undergo a second reading before the ratification process can advance. The DRC-Rwanda peace agreement includes security coordination provisions and broader efforts linked to regional stability, according to the U.S. State Department . Mwanza also stressed that peace agreements should not become a shield for impunity. He said serious crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the war must still be addressed through justice mechanisms. The issue remains sensitive because eastern DRC has faced years of violence involving armed groups, regional tensions and large-scale displacement. The DRC and Rwanda signed a U.S.-mediated peace agreement in Washington in June 2025, but implementation has remained closely watched by international observers, with AP noting concerns over whether the deal can address the deeper roots of the conflict. For Kinshasa, the Senate review will be the next political test: whether the agreements can move beyond formal ratification and become a framework for security, accountability and durable peace in the east. Continue Reading Full Article WAR IN DR CONGO DRC Washington Accords Move to Senate After Assembly Vote By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Apr 28, 2026 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: The Democratic Republic of Congo’s National Assembly has adopted two bills authorizing ratification of the Washington Accords, sending the texts to the Senate for a second reading after a near-unanimous vote, according to Actualité.cd . The measures cover the peace agreement between the DRC and Rwanda and a strategic partnership between the DRC and the United States, both signed in Washington. ADVERTISEMENT National Deputy Singoma Mwanza, elected from Nyiragongo in North Kivu, said the vote should send a clear message to communities affected by conflict in eastern DRC: lawmakers want peace to return as quickly as possible. The next stage now moves to the Senate, where the two texts are expected to undergo a second reading before the ratification process can advance. The DRC-Rwanda peace agreement includes security coordination provisions and broader efforts linked to regional stability, according to the U.S. State Department . ADVERTISEMENT Mwanza also stressed that peace agreements should not become a shield for impunity. He said serious crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the war must still be addressed through justice mechanisms. The issue remains sensitive because eastern DRC has faced years of violence involving armed groups, regional tensions and large-scale displacement. The DRC and Rwanda signed a U.S.-mediated peace agreement in Washington in June 2025, but implementation has remained closely watched by international observers, with AP noting concerns over whether the deal can address the deeper roots of the conflict. 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In a significant move to boost investor confidence, the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) in Kenya has streamlined the process for institutional investors to repatriate capital. This pivotal development led to the lifting of the "restricted" status previously imposed on the NSE, with the Financial Times and Stock Exchange (FTSE) Russell Index Governance Board now classifying it as "pass." David Wainaina, the Acting Chief Executive of the NSE, expressed enthusiasm over the reclassification, emphasizing its reflection of the ongoing enhancements within Kenya's equity market. This change is also seen as a vote of confidence from the international investment community in the Kenyan market's potential. We are delighted by the reclassification, which is a testament to the continued improvement in Kenya's equity market and a demonstration of the confidence international institutional investors are placing in our market," NSE Acting Chief Executive David Wainaina said in a statement issued in the Kenyan capital Nairobi. This update comes against the backdrop of a challenging year for the NSE, marked by a bearish trend and a notable withdrawal of foreign investors. These outflows had led to a reduction in market capitalization, from a high of $15.1 billion at the end of 2022 to $13.6 billion, underscoring the timely nature of the NSE's new measures to facilitate smoother capital movement. The FTSE Russell's equity indexes, a global benchmark for investors, play a crucial role in guiding asset allocation, portfolio construction, and risk analysis. The NSE's upgraded status is expected to rekindle interest and investment in Kenya's equity market, paving the way for a more vibrant and investor-friendly ecosystem . Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Apr 3, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Kenya's Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) on Tuesday said it has made it easy for institutional investors to repatriate capital from the country In a significant move to boost investor confidence, the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) in Kenya has streamlined the process for institutional investors to repatriate capital. This pivotal development led to the lifting of the "restricted" status previously imposed on the NSE, with the Financial Times and Stock Exchange (FTSE) Russell Index Governance Board now classifying it as "pass." David Wainaina, the Acting Chief Executive of the NSE, expressed enthusiasm over the reclassification, emphasizing its reflection of the ongoing enhancements within Kenya's equity market. This change is also seen as a vote of confidence from the international investment community in the Kenyan market's potential. We are delighted by the reclassification, which is a testament to the continued improvement in Kenya's equity market and a demonstration of the confidence international institutional investors are placing in our market," NSE Acting Chief Executive David Wainaina said in a statement issued in the Kenyan capital Nairobi. ADVERTISEMENT This update comes against the backdrop of a challenging year for the NSE, marked by a bearish trend and a notable withdrawal of foreign investors. These outflows had led to a reduction in market capitalization, from a high of $15.1 billion at the end of 2022 to $13.6 billion, underscoring the timely nature of the NSE's new measures to facilitate smoother capital movement. The FTSE Russell's equity indexes, a global benchmark for investors, play a crucial role in guiding asset allocation, portfolio construction, and risk analysis. The NSE's upgraded status is expected to rekindle interest and investment in Kenya's equity market, paving the way for a more vibrant and investor-friendly ecosystem . ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

Wizkid sparked controversy after claiming he is bigger than Fela Kuti amid an online dispute with Seun Kuti. Nigerian Grammy Award-winning singer Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun , popularly known as Wizkid, has claimed he is bigger than Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti amid an ongoing public dispute with Fela’s son, Seun Kuti. Wizkid made the remarks on Tuesday through a series of posts shared on his Instagram Stories, where he mocked Seun Kuti and asserted that he had surpassed Fela in status. The comments were part of a broader online exchange between the two musicians that has drawn widespread attention on social media. The singer later extended his comments to X, formerly Twitter, where he criticised Seun Kuti and contrasted his actions with those of his late father, describing Fela as someone who fought for freedom during his lifetime. The exchange followed Seun Kuti’s recent criticism of comparisons between Wizkid and his father. Speaking during an Instagram livestream, Seun warned Wizkid’s fanbase, known as Wizkid FC, against portraying the singer as a modern-day Fela. Seun described such comparisons as disrespectful and rooted in ignorance, arguing that Fela’s legacy should not be used in online fan rivalries. He further accused some fans of lacking respect and contributing to divisions within the Nigerian music industry. According to Seun, excessive online rivalries have discouraged collaboration among artists and damaged the industry’s creative environment. He urged fans to focus on appreciating music without constant comparisons between artists of different generations. The public exchange has continued to trend across social media platforms, reflecting broader debates about legacy, influence, and fan culture in Nigerian music. Source: Tribune Online Continue Reading Full Article ENTERTAINMENT Wizkid Says He Is Bigger Than Fela Amid Clash With Seun Kuti By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment Jan 21, 2026 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Nigerian Grammy Award-winning singer Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun , popularly known as Wizkid, has claimed he is bigger than Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti amid an ongoing public dispute with Fela’s son, Seun Kuti. Wizkid made the remarks on Tuesday through a series of posts shared on his Instagram Stories, where he mocked Seun Kuti and asserted that he had surpassed Fela in status. The comments were part of a broader online exchange between the two musicians that has drawn widespread attention on social media. The singer later extended his comments to X, formerly Twitter, where he criticised Seun Kuti and contrasted his actions with those of his late father, describing Fela as someone who fought for freedom during his lifetime. ADVERTISEMENT The exchange followed Seun Kuti’s recent criticism of comparisons between Wizkid and his father. Speaking during an Instagram livestream, Seun warned Wizkid’s fanbase, known as Wizkid FC, against portraying the singer as a modern-day Fela. Seun described such comparisons as disrespectful and rooted in ignorance, arguing that Fela’s legacy should not be used in online fan rivalries. He further accused some fans of lacking respect and contributing to divisions within the Nigerian music industry. ADVERTISEMENT According to Seun, excessive online rivalries have discouraged collaboration among artists and damaged the industry’s creative environment. He urged fans to focus on appreciating music without constant comparisons between artists of different generations. The public exchange has continued to trend across social media platforms, reflecting broader debates about legacy, influence, and fan culture in Nigerian music. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today Biography Poco Lee Biography: Age, Real Name, Dance Career and Songs . Biography Eric Omondi Biography: Comedy, Activism and Public Life . Biography Who Is Snit Habteab, Eritrea’s Miss World Trailblazer? . Entertainment Poco Lee UK Case Sparks Consent Debate Among Nigerian Stars . Entertainment FOLA Leads 2026 Headies Nominations Ahead of Toronto . 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James Gardener says actors must remain versatile and open to different movie roles in the film industry. Ghanaian actor and Deputy CEO of the National Film Authority (NFA), James Gardener , says he does not believe in rejecting movie roles, stressing that versatility is a key part of acting. Speaking in an interview, Gardener explained that actors are expected to adapt to different characters and situations, making flexibility an important quality in the profession. According to him, he is willing to take on any role provided the story is meaningful and well-structured. “Whatever role that you give me, I’m supposed to adapt,” Gardener said, adding that he does not see himself refusing a role simply because of the character involved. The actor noted, however, that discussions could still happen regarding how certain characters are portrayed on screen. He said there may be opportunities to adjust or refine aspects of a role when necessary. Gardener emphasized that acting goes beyond personal comfort zones and requires performers to fully embody different personalities and experiences. He added that versatility remains one of the defining qualities of a successful actor in today’s evolving film industry. His remarks reflect a broader trend within the entertainment industry, where actors are increasingly encouraged to embrace diverse roles and challenge themselves creatively. Source: Ghana Weekend / The Ghana Report. Continue Reading Full Article ENTERTAINMENT James Gardener Says He Won’t Reject Movie Roles By Witty Pascal Entertainment Editor Witty Pascal Home Comment May 23, 2026 May 23, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Ghanaian actor and Deputy CEO of the National Film Authority (NFA), James Gardener , says he does not believe in rejecting movie roles, stressing that versatility is a key part of acting. Speaking in an interview, Gardener explained that actors are expected to adapt to different characters and situations, making flexibility an important quality in the profession. According to him, he is willing to take on any role provided the story is meaningful and well-structured. ADVERTISEMENT “Whatever role that you give me, I’m supposed to adapt,” Gardener said, adding that he does not see himself refusing a role simply because of the character involved. The actor noted, however, that discussions could still happen regarding how certain characters are portrayed on screen. He said there may be opportunities to adjust or refine aspects of a role when necessary. ADVERTISEMENT Gardener emphasized that acting goes beyond personal comfort zones and requires performers to fully embody different personalities and experiences. He added that versatility remains one of the defining qualities of a successful actor in today’s evolving film industry. His remarks reflect a broader trend within the entertainment industry, where actors are increasingly encouraged to embrace diverse roles and challenge themselves creatively. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today Biography Poco Lee Biography: Age, Real Name, Dance Career and Songs . Biography Eric Omondi Biography: Comedy, Activism and Public Life . Biography Who Is Snit Habteab, Eritrea’s Miss World Trailblazer? . Entertainment Poco Lee UK Case Sparks Consent Debate Among Nigerian Stars . Entertainment FOLA Leads 2026 Headies Nominations Ahead of Toronto . ADVERTISEMENT Source: Ghana Weekend / The Ghana Report. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Biography Poco Lee Biography: Age, Real Name, Dance Career and Songs Inside the Nigerian dancer’s rise from Ojo street shows to Afrobeats stages, music and global fame. . Biography Eric Omondi Biography: Comedy, Activism and Public Life How Eric Omondi rose through Churchill Show and became a prominent Kenyan activist. . Biography Who Is Snit Habteab, Eritrea’s Miss World Trailblazer? The neuroscientist and educator became Eritrea’s first Miss World entrant and reached the Top 6 . Entertainment Poco Lee UK Case Sparks Consent Debate Among Nigerian Stars The dancer faces five sexual offence charges and returns to court on September 15. . Tags Entertainment Entertainment Ghana Ghana

HARARE, May 10 – In a significant move to stabilize its economy, Zimbabwe has announced penalties for businesses that do not adhere to the official exchange rate for its new gold-backed currency, the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG). This development comes as the government intensifies efforts to establish the ZiG as a stable monetary unit amidst ongoing economic challenges. Under the new regulations, any business entity using an exchange rate that exceeds the set official rate of 13.5 ZiG per U.S. dollar will face a substantial fine of 200,000 ZiG (approximately $14,815). This policy was detailed in a government notice that surfaced on Thursday, highlighting measures against what is described as civil infringement for overcharging in foreign currency terms. Since its introduction in early April, the ZiG has been at the center of Zimbabwe's strategy to correct its volatile economic environment. The government has actively pursued illegal currency traders and is now enforcing the ZiG as the mandatory currency for all transactions, a decision underscored by recent economic directives from Zimbabwe’s Treasury. The enforcement follows widespread resistance from both formal and informal sectors, with reports of businesses charging premiums or outright rejecting the new currency. This marks Zimbabwe’s fourth attempt within a decade to establish a local currency, following the rapid devaluation of the Zimdollar, which was abandoned last month after losing 70% of its value since January. Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment May 11, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Reserve bank of Zimbabwe HARARE, May 10 – In a significant move to stabilize its economy, Zimbabwe has announced penalties for businesses that do not adhere to the official exchange rate for its new gold-backed currency, the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG). This development comes as the government intensifies efforts to establish the ZiG as a stable monetary unit amidst ongoing economic challenges. Under the new regulations, any business entity using an exchange rate that exceeds the set official rate of 13.5 ZiG per U.S. dollar will face a substantial fine of 200,000 ZiG (approximately $14,815). This policy was detailed in a government notice that surfaced on Thursday, highlighting measures against what is described as civil infringement for overcharging in foreign currency terms. ADVERTISEMENT Since its introduction in early April, the ZiG has been at the center of Zimbabwe's strategy to correct its volatile economic environment. The government has actively pursued illegal currency traders and is now enforcing the ZiG as the mandatory currency for all transactions, a decision underscored by recent economic directives from Zimbabwe’s Treasury. ADVERTISEMENT The enforcement follows widespread resistance from both formal and informal sectors, with reports of businesses charging premiums or outright rejecting the new currency. This marks Zimbabwe’s fourth attempt within a decade to establish a local currency, following the rapid devaluation of the Zimdollar, which was abandoned last month after losing 70% of its value since January. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

A 29-year-old man, Rex Kanyike Masai, was fatally shot during nationwide protests in Kenya against a new finance bill. The police, using tear gas and water cannons, clashed with largely peaceful protesters near parliament. Amnesty International accused the police of excessive force, with over 100 arrests made. Despite some tax provisions being withdrawn, anger remains, especially among young protesters targeting President William Ruto’s government. Critics argue the new taxes hinder economic growth and cause job losses. Masai, unarmed and carrying only his ID card and phone, was shot while evading tear gas. He died from a thigh wound after being taken to Bliss Hospital in Nairobi. Social media erupted with demands for justice, and organizers plan to honor Masai with posters and cover his burial expenses. The Kenya Red Cross reported 39 injuries during the protests, with eight in critical condition at Kenyatta National Hospital. Amnesty International confirmed the use of live ammunition by some officers, citing spent cartridges as evidence. The Law Society of Kenya condemned the police for alleged brutality and illegal arrests. Despite the unrest, the finance bill passed its second reading and will proceed to the next stage for amendments, with a final vote expected soon. The government defends the bill as necessary to reduce Kenya’s national debt of nearly $80 billion. By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Jun 21, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: A 29-year-old man, Rex Kanyike Masai, was fatally shot during nationwide protests in Kenya against a new finance bill. The police, using tear gas and water cannons, clashed with largely peaceful protesters near parliament. Amnesty International accused the police of excessive force, with over 100 arrests made. Despite some tax provisions being withdrawn, anger remains, especially among young protesters targeting President William Ruto’s government. Critics argue the new taxes hinder economic growth and cause job losses. Masai, unarmed and carrying only his ID card and phone, was shot while evading tear gas. He died from a thigh wound after being taken to Bliss Hospital in Nairobi. Social media erupted with demands for justice, and organizers plan to honor Masai with posters and cover his burial expenses. ADVERTISEMENT The Kenya Red Cross reported 39 injuries during the protests, with eight in critical condition at Kenyatta National Hospital. Amnesty International confirmed the use of live ammunition by some officers, citing spent cartridges as evidence. The Law Society of Kenya condemned the police for alleged brutality and illegal arrests. Despite the unrest, the finance bill passed its second reading and will proceed to the next stage for amendments, with a final vote expected soon. The government defends the bill as necessary to reduce Kenya’s national debt of nearly $80 billion. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

A group of US lawmakers is spearheading a resolution in the House of Representatives to pressure the Ugandan government to repeal its Anti-Homosexuality Act. The resolution, reviewed by The EastAfrican, seeks to address the law's severe penalties for consensual same-sex conduct and its broader implications. The bipartisan effort involves 21 congressmen and women who describe the law as draconian. They argue that it criminalizes homosexuality and imposes harsh punishments, which they view as a violation of human rights. The resolution calls for the continuation of sanctions against Ugandan officials involved in the law's enforcement. These sanctions include visa restrictions for current and former officials responsible for repressing marginalized populations. Additionally, the resolution urges the US to maintain business and travel advisories concerning Uganda. Representatives Mark Takano and Joyce Beatty, who are leading the initiative, also advocate for reducing US support to the Ugandan government until the Anti-Homosexuality Act is repealed. By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Jun 27, 2024 May 15, 2026 1 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: A group of US lawmakers is spearheading a resolution in the House of Representatives to pressure the Ugandan government to repeal its Anti-Homosexuality Act. The resolution, reviewed by The EastAfrican, seeks to address the law's severe penalties for consensual same-sex conduct and its broader implications. The bipartisan effort involves 21 congressmen and women who describe the law as draconian. They argue that it criminalizes homosexuality and imposes harsh punishments, which they view as a violation of human rights. ADVERTISEMENT The resolution calls for the continuation of sanctions against Ugandan officials involved in the law's enforcement. These sanctions include visa restrictions for current and former officials responsible for repressing marginalized populations. Additionally, the resolution urges the US to maintain business and travel advisories concerning Uganda. Representatives Mark Takano and Joyce Beatty, who are leading the initiative, also advocate for reducing US support to the Ugandan government until the Anti-Homosexuality Act is repealed. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

Nairobi, Kenya - In a move reflecting deepening diplomatic tensions, Kenya Airways announced the suspension of its flights to Kinshasa, effective April 30, 2024. The decision follows unresolved issues related to the detention of two airline employees by military authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This development coincides with escalating regional tensions, notably due to the formation of a controversial Congolese military alliance in Nairobi, which includes the M23 rebel group. The airline's employees were detained on April 19 for allegedly failing to complete customs documentation for valuable cargo. Despite a military court's order for their release, they remain in custody, complicating the situation further. The crisis unfolds against a backdrop of increased friction between Kenya and the DRC, following recent political maneuvers. On Friday, Congolese politicians and groups, including the M23 rebels, launched the Congo River Alliance in Nairobi. The alliance aims to unify various Congolese armed groups and political organizations. The inclusion of the M23 rebels, who are active in the eastern DRC and have been implicated in territorial conflicts, has particularly strained relations. This move prompted the DRC to recall its ambassador from Kenya on Saturday, underscoring the severity of the diplomatic rift. The DRC's foreign ministry spokesperson, Alain Tshibanda, announced the recall on the X social media platform, highlighting the contentious nature of the newly formed military alliance hosted by Kenya. Kenya Airways, in its statement, cited the ongoing detention and the broader geopolitical tensions as key factors in its decision to suspend flights. "The safety and well-being of our employees are paramount, and the current diplomatic environment has made it challenging to operate effectively in Kinshasa," said a spokesperson for Kenya Airways. As the situation develops, regional stakeholders are keenly observing the impact on diplomatic and economic relations within the East African Community. Kenya Airways has committed to closely monitoring the situation and resuming flights when conditions permit. Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Apr 29, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Kenya airways Nairobi, Kenya - In a move reflecting deepening diplomatic tensions, Kenya Airways announced the suspension of its flights to Kinshasa, effective April 30, 2024. The decision follows unresolved issues related to the detention of two airline employees by military authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This development coincides with escalating regional tensions, notably due to the formation of a controversial Congolese military alliance in Nairobi, which includes the M23 rebel group. The airline's employees were detained on April 19 for allegedly failing to complete customs documentation for valuable cargo. Despite a military court's order for their release, they remain in custody, complicating the situation further. ADVERTISEMENT The crisis unfolds against a backdrop of increased friction between Kenya and the DRC, following recent political maneuvers. On Friday, Congolese politicians and groups, including the M23 rebels, launched the Congo River Alliance in Nairobi. The alliance aims to unify various Congolese armed groups and political organizations. The inclusion of the M23 rebels, who are active in the eastern DRC and have been implicated in territorial conflicts, has particularly strained relations. This move prompted the DRC to recall its ambassador from Kenya on Saturday, underscoring the severity of the diplomatic rift. The DRC's foreign ministry spokesperson, Alain Tshibanda, announced the recall on the X social media platform, highlighting the contentious nature of the newly formed military alliance hosted by Kenya. ADVERTISEMENT Kenya Airways, in its statement, cited the ongoing detention and the broader geopolitical tensions as key factors in its decision to suspend flights. "The safety and well-being of our employees are paramount, and the current diplomatic environment has made it challenging to operate effectively in Kinshasa," said a spokesperson for Kenya Airways. As the situation develops, regional stakeholders are keenly observing the impact on diplomatic and economic relations within the East African Community. Kenya Airways has committed to closely monitoring the situation and resuming flights when conditions permit. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

Nigeria confirms an ATR-42 crash in Igbokoda, Ondo. Keyamo reports a preliminary 32 occupants as rescuers search; casualties and cause remain unknown. IGBOKODA, Nigeria — 5 October 2026: Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo says wreckage has been located near the naval base in Igbokoda, Ondo State, after a military aircraft crashed on Monday. His preliminary information puts 25 passengers and seven crew members aboard. Search-and-rescue operations are underway, and authorities have not confirmed how many people survived or died. The Nigerian Air Force has identified the aircraft as an ATR-42 on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos. That confirmation corrects early reports describing a helicopter. What happened in the Ondo military plane crash? Nigeria’s Air Force confirms an ATR-42 crashed in Igbokoda on 5 October 2026 during a Benin-to-Lagos mission. Minister Festus Keyamo says preliminary information indicates 32 occupants. Wreckage has been located, rescuers are searching, and casualties and the cause remain unconfirmed. Wreckage found after radio contact was lost In his statement reproduced by Premium Times , Keyamo said air traffic controllers informed him that the aircraft, identified by tail number NGR 931, had disappeared while travelling towards Lagos. Efforts to contact it by radio were unsuccessful. He said subsequent information established that it had crashed close to the naval base in Igbokoda. The wreckage was located, allowing the response to focus on search and rescue at the accident site. AeroTime’s report of the minister’s account identifies the disappearance time as 09:13 local time. In Nigeria’s West Africa Time, that corresponds to 11:13 East Africa Time. It is the reported time the aircraft went missing, rather than a separately established exact impact time. The information released so far does not set out a complete sequence between the loss of contact and the discovery of the wreckage. The flight’s communications record and the rescue findings will be important to establishing that sequence. Air Force confirms the plane and rescue operation Continue Reading Full Article ACCIDENT NEWS Ondo Military Plane Crash: Keyamo Reports 32 Aboard; Rescue Continues By Kamau Bahati Entertainment Editor Kamau Bahati Home Comment Oct 5, 2026 Oct 5, 2026 5 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: IGBOKODA, Nigeria — 5 October 2026: Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo says wreckage has been located near the naval base in Igbokoda, Ondo State, after a military aircraft crashed on Monday. His preliminary information puts 25 passengers and seven crew members aboard. Search-and-rescue operations are underway, and authorities have not confirmed how many people survived or died. The Nigerian Air Force has identified the aircraft as an ATR-42 on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos. That confirmation corrects early reports describing a helicopter. What happened in the Ondo military plane crash? Nigeria’s Air Force confirms an ATR-42 crashed in Igbokoda on 5 October 2026 during a Benin-to-Lagos mission. Minister Festus Keyamo says preliminary information indicates 32 occupants. Wreckage has been located, rescuers are searching, and casualties and the cause remain unconfirmed. Wreckage found after radio contact was lost In his statement reproduced by Premium Times , Keyamo said air traffic controllers informed him that the aircraft, identified by tail number NGR 931, had disappeared while travelling towards Lagos. Efforts to contact it by radio were unsuccessful. He said subsequent information established that it had crashed close to the naval base in Igbokoda. The wreckage was located, allowing the response to focus on search and rescue at the accident site. AeroTime’s report of the minister’s account identifies the disappearance time as 09:13 local time. In Nigeria’s West Africa Time, that corresponds to 11:13 East Africa Time. It is the reported time the aircraft went missing, rather than a separately established exact impact time. ADVERTISEMENT The information released so far does not set out a complete sequence between the loss of contact and the discovery of the wreckage. The flight’s communications record and the rescue findings will be important to establishing that sequence. Air Force confirms the plane and rescue operation Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the Air Force’s director of public relations and information, confirmed the accident in a statement reported by TheCable . He said the service activated an immediate search-and-rescue operation and was working with relevant authorities and emergency response agencies. Ejodame described the journey as a routine mission from Benin, in Edo State, to Lagos. The statement did not give a casualty total or explain what caused the accident. The confirmation is significant because the first accounts from the community used a different aircraft description. SaharaReporters’ updated report identifies the aircraft as an ATR-42 and corrects its earlier helicopter account. The official identification is therefore the description that applies to this incident. ADVERTISEMENT The Air Force’s announcement establishes that one of its aircraft was involved. It does not establish the passengers’ identities, their duties or the specific purpose of Monday’s flight beyond the description of a routine mission. Thirty-two occupants is a preliminary figure Keyamo’s breakdown of 25 passengers and seven crew members gives a preliminary total of 32 people aboard. That figure describes occupancy; it does not establish deaths, injuries, survivors or the number of people still missing. The minister said he had spoken to Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke and offered cooperation and assistance with the rescue effort. He also stated that military-aircraft control and regulation fall outside the authority of the aviation ministry and civil aviation regulator. The Ondo State Police Command separately confirmed the crash. Spokesperson Abayomi Jimoh said the circumstances were still emerging, according to Okay News’ updated account . Neither the Air Force statement nor the minister’s initial update supplied a confirmed casualty figure. For families awaiting information, the immediate unanswered question is the condition of those aboard. Confirmation of the accident and the number potentially involved cannot substitute for an official account of who has been found and what medical assistance they require. Trending Now US Democrats' Rwanda Record: Peaceful Change and Congo Sovereignty . Policy and Reforms Tanzania Community Grants: Who Benefits and What Comes Next . Government Announcements Ghana–Canada Seafarer Deal Does Not Guarantee Jobs . Job & Opportunity South Africa Elections 2026: DA Leads Gauteng as Count Advances . Elections Monitoring Popular Today Technology and Innovation Mauritius, South Africa, Nigeria Clear Youth AI Benchmark . Business Trends Lwazi Bam Named to MTN Nigeria Board From 1 December . | Appointments Dapo Akande Elected ICJ Judge: UK-Nigerian Lawyer's 2026 Win . Biography Dapo Akande Biography: Nigerian-British Lawyer Elected to ICJ . Energy and Power Africa Energy Bank Explained: Funding, Purpose and Projects . ADVERTISEMENT Cause remains open as rescuers search No cause has been established in the statements released so far. The loss of radio contact does not, on its own, show why the aircraft came down. There is no confirmed finding attributing the accident to weather, a mechanical fault or an action by the crew. The military operates ATR-42 aircraft in roles beyond passenger transport. In an earlier official account of its Benin-based air maritime group , the Air Force described ATR-42 combat-support operations. That historical account concerns a separately identified aircraft, NAF 930, and does not establish the role or technical condition of NGR 931 on Monday. Across African aviation, the outcome of a rescue and the explanation for an accident are separate questions. XTRAfrica’s coverage of the Kajiado training-plane crash and the Mogadishu runway overrun similarly distinguished reported outcomes from unresolved causes. Those incidents have no established connection to the Ondo crash. The next substantive update will be an authoritative account of the occupants’ condition, followed by information establishing the circumstances of the accident. The Air Force has said further details will be communicated in due course. 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