China has called for the swift and complete withdrawal of foreign troops from Libya in a bid to stabilize the war-torn country. Chinese officials emphasized the importance of respecting Libya’s sovereignty, urging all foreign military forces and mercenaries to leave as part of a broader effort to end external interference and support a Libyan-led peace…
Recent headlines have highlighted significant developments across various sectors, from real estate controversies in Nigeria to major banking scandals in Canada and landmark energy agreements. Demolition Controversy in Lagos In Nigeria, Stella Okengwu, a real estate investor, has voiced her outrage over the demolition of WinHomes Global Estate, a $250 million property allegedly ordered by…
Rachel Kutumela, a 43-year-old South African police sergeant, faces charges for the brutal murder of six people to collect insurance payouts amounting to over 10 million rand ($570,000). The victims, mostly vulnerable individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, were targeted between 2019 and 2023. Kutumela allegedly took out life and funeral insurance policies in their names. This…
ExxonMobil Guyana has announced plans to increase oil production from its Stabroek block by 18,000 barrels per day (bpd). The capacity of the Unity floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) vessel will increase from 252,000 bpd to 270,000 bpd, pending approval from local authorities. ExxonMobil Guyana currently produces 665,000 bpd, and future developments include the…
CARICOM ministers gathered in St. Vincent during the 18th Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA) to address regional food security and sustainability. Key discussions included the “25 by 2025” initiative, blue economy development, and strategies to enhance intra-regional trade and agriculture. The ministers are also preparing for COP29, pushing for urgent climate action, and seeking financial…
For years, Fulbright scholarships have funded Yoruba and Hausa language teachers to educate students in U.S. universities, but Igbo is missing from the curriculum. Many Igbos have pointed to marginalization as the cause. However, the deeper issue lies in the lack of concerted efforts to promote the Igbo language and culture at the academic…
Get ready to dive into the latest edition of Diaspora Watch, your trusted source for news, trends, and analysis from across the globe. Our 19th edition is packed with captivating stories, in-depth analysis, and breaking news that shape the world we live in. From the electrifying energy of Elon Musk’s appearance at Trump’s Pennsylvania rally,…
Tragedy Strikes as Olympic Athlete Rebecca Cheptegei Dies After Being Set Ablaze by Ex-Boyfriend In a shocking and devastating incident, Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei has died after being doused in petrol and set on fire by her former boyfriend in north-west Kenya. Excel Magazine International reports that the 33-year-old Ugandan marathon runner, who competed in…
New Study Reveals Ancient Crops in East Africa A recent archaeological breakthrough in Kenya is rewriting the history of plant farming in equatorial eastern Africa, Excel Magazine International has discovered. For decades, the region has been considered a crucial area for early agriculture, yet tangible evidence from ancient crops has been scant. However, a newly…
Gunfire and Tear Gas in Nairobi as Protesters Storm Parliament Over New Tax Laws By Boniface Ihiasota, USA A section of the Kenyan Parliament has been set on fire after protesters opposed to new tax laws breached the parliamentary complex. Excel Magazine International reports that gunshots have been heard in the capital, Nairobi, resulting in…