# politics

Government Honors Struggle Stalwart Terry Bell

A Nation Mourns Terry Bell: Journalist, Author, and Anti-Apartheid Icon The South African government, through the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), has conveyed profound sorrow following the death of Terry Bell, a distinguished figure renowned as a veteran journalist, legendary author, and unwavering struggle stalwart. Bell passed away at the age of 84. Bell’s […]

Nabila 31 Mar 2026

Starmer Dodges Defence Spending Date Amid Russia Threat

Royal Navy Faces Scrutiny Amid Reliance on German Warship for NATO Duty The state of the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy has come under intense scrutiny following revelations that Britain required Germany’s assistance to fulfil a significant NATO commitment. The German frigate Sachsen, with British officers on board, has been deployed as the flagship of an […]

Nabila 31 Mar 2026

Ramaphosa: Masemola Charges Noted

South African Police Chief Faces Charges, Presidency Vows Stability President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA) decision to formally charge National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola, alongside his scheduled court appearance on April 21, 2026. This development follows closely on the heels of the arrest of twelve senior police officers implicated in a […]

Nabila 31 Mar 2026

Owalo Promises Tax Cuts, Digital Levy Scrapped in 2027 Bid

Presidential Aspirant Unveils Bold Tax Reform and Digital Economy Vision A prominent contender for the Kenyan presidency in 2027 has put forth a comprehensive and ambitious tax reform agenda, coupled with a fervent commitment to unlocking the nation’s digital potential. Eliud Owalo, speaking in a recent interview, outlined a series of sweeping tax reductions designed […]

Nabila 31 Mar 2026

Women’s Groups Urge 36 States to Pass Reserve Seat Bill

Nigerian Women’s Organisations Intensify Push for Special Seats Bill to Boost Political Representation A powerful coalition of women’s organisations across Nigeria has significantly amplified their advocacy efforts, demanding the swift passage of the Special Seats for Women Bill. This nationwide campaign saw the delivery of formal letters of demand to lawmakers in all 36 states […]

Nabila 31 Mar 2026

Youth Voting Discouraged by Misinformation and Distrust

Combating Voter Apathy: Nigeria’s Electoral Commission Targets Youth Engagement with New Education Manual A significant challenge facing Nigeria’s democratic process is the persistent issue of voter apathy, particularly among its vast youth population. According to Professor Joash O. Amupitan (SAN), Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), misinformation, a pervasive distrust in the electoral […]

Nabila 31 Mar 2026