A Gambian lawmaker’s attempt to overturn the country’s 2015 ban on female genital mutilation (FGM) has ignited a firestorm of controversy. The move comes after Gambia imposed its first fines…
Victor Adetimilehin
Victor Adetimilehin
Victor Adetimilehin, widely known as Vic’Adex, is a celebrated global arts in medicine fellow and a staunch ambassador for religious tolerance. Beyond his institutional affiliations, Victor is an incredibly passionate and award-winning spoken word artiste, most notably recognized for his stirring poem, "men not gods." A fervent supporter of pan-Africanism, he actively champions and bolsters Nigerian creative hubs, fostering an environment of artistic growth and cultural exchange. Victor's dedication to the arts and peace advocacy positions him as a vital influencer in bridging cultural gaps.
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Rwanda this week marked the somber 30th anniversary of the 1994 genocide, a 100-day wave of violence that brutally ripped through the nation. Over one million Tutsis and moderate Hutus…
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Ethiopian runners Mulugeta Uma and Mestawut Fikir secured a dominant double victory at the Paris Marathon on Sunday. This win marks the first time Ethiopia has achieved this feat in…
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In a bid to tame its economic woes, Zimbabwe has unveiled a brand new gold-backed currency – the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG). This audacious move signifies the nation’s determination to stabilize…
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Somalia has taken a bold step, expelling the Ethiopian ambassador and closing Ethiopian consulates in two regions. This dramatic escalation comes amidst a simmering dispute over Ethiopia’s plan to build…
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South Africa’s antitrust watchdog is setting its sights on Microsoft, launching an investigation into the tech giant’s cloud computing licensing practices. This move comes amid growing global scrutiny of Microsoft’s…
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In a sudden and significant development that has sent shockwaves through the political corridors of South Africa, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, the Speaker of the National Assembly, announced her resignation. This move…
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A damning report released by the UN’s Joint Human Rights Office paints a disturbing picture of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) prison system. More than 100 inmates have died…
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DAKAR, Senegal – Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a former opposition leader who was once jailed, was inaugurated on Tuesday as Senegal’s fifth and youngest president. Faye’s swearing-in ceremony marks a peaceful…
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Nigeria announced plans to cut electricity subsidies for a portion of consumers, aiming to reduce pressure on government finances. This decision follows a series of economic reforms undertaken by the…