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South Africa, Tanzania among world’s most naturally beautiful countries

South Africa and Tanzania have been recognised as two of the world’s most naturally beautiful countries, according to a recent ranking by Travel & Leisure, shared by the statistics account World of Statistics. South Africa ranked 13th globally, praised for its diverse landscapes, from the iconic Table Mountain and lush Garden Route to the wildlife-rich…

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Mixed reactions as US strikes ISIS targets in Nigeria

Abuja / Washington — The United States has confirmed carrying out airstrikes against suspected Islamic State (ISIS/ISIL) elements in northwest Nigeria, a move that has drawn sharply contrasting reactions from Nigerian officials, analysts, and the public. In a statement issued on December 26, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) said the strikes were conducted on December 25…

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Minister Rwamirama’s NUP rival disqualified

National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has accused state operatives and electoral authorities of orchestrating the disqualification of another opposition candidate contesting against State Minister for Agriculture Bright Rwamirama in Isingiro North Constituency. In a statement released on Wednesday, Kyagulanyi claimed that Ntanda Shalif, the NUP candidate for Isingiro…

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