Zambia’s former Vice President Guy Scott, who briefly served as Africa’s only white head of state, has died at 82. WengGlobal examines his remarkable political legacy, democratic leadership, and lasting impact on Zambia and Africa.
Category: Africa News
DR Congo Launches Historic Ebola Drug Trial as Scientists Race to Contain Fastest-Growing Outbreak!
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has launched a landmark WHO-backed clinical trial testing potential treatments for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola as scientists race to contain one of Africa’s fastest-growing outbreaks.
Final Batch of 40 Stranded Nigerians Returns from South Africa, Concluding Government-Led Evacuation Mission!
Nigeria has completed the evacuation of stranded citizens from South Africa as the final batch of 40 Nigerians returns home. The humanitarian mission, coordinated by NiDCOM, IOM, and Nigerian diplomatic authorities, underscores Nigeria’s commitment to protecting its citizens abroad while strengthening regional migration cooperation across Africa.
Ernest Bai Koroma’s Possible Return to Sierra Leone Sparks Debate Over Justice, Reconciliation!
Reports of former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma’s possible return from Nigeria have renewed debate over his legal case, national reconciliation, and the future of democratic governance in Sierra Leone. WengGlobal examines the facts and broader implications.
NAFDAC Issues Nationwide Alert Over Banned Alcoholic Energy Drinks Seized in Ghana!
NAFDAC has warned Nigerians against consuming Bel Ice Vodka Energy Drink and Cody’s Vody Energy Mix after the products were seized in Ghana over health concerns. Learn why the agency issued the alert, the health risks involved, and what consumers should do.
Nigeria Evacuates 39 Citizens from South Africa as Xenophobic Attacks Renew Concerns Over African Unity!
Nigeria’s Federal Government evacuates 39 citizens from South Africa aboard an emergency Air Peace flight amid renewed xenophobic concerns. Wengglobal examines the humanitarian response, diplomatic implications, and the broader challenge of protecting African migrants.
Guinea-Bissau Opposition Leader Domingos Simões Pereira Returned to Prison Amid Alleged Coup Plot Case!
A Guinea-Bissau court has returned opposition leader Domingos Simões Pereira to prison over allegations linked to multiple coup plots. Wengglobal examines the legal case, political implications, and regional significance.
President Ruto Launches KSh3 Billion NYOTA Fund Boost, 122,000 Youth Set to Receive Second Business Grant!
President William Ruto has launched the KSh3 billion second phase of the NYOTA Programme, with 122,000 young entrepreneurs set to receive KSh25,000 each to boost business growth, youth employment and economic empowerment across Kenya.