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Hombaze celebrates 23 years of culinary excellence
5+ hour, 25+ min ago (355+ words) In a grand celebration of its 23rd year in business, Hombaze African Cuisine opened its new branch in Brooklyn, Pretoria, on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including the Acting Nigerian High Commissioner to South Africa, Amb Tope…...
Uzor Arukwe threatens legal action over claims of impregnating Bambam
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (288+ words) Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has denied allegations that he impregnated his colleague, Bamike Olawunmi, popularly known as Bambam, warning that those spreading the claims would face consequences. The rumour surfaced on social media following Arukwe's collaboration with Bambam in the…...
Renowned literary critic, Biodun Jeyifo, dies at 80
2+ mon, 14+ hour ago (304+ words) Renowned scholar and literary critic Professor Biodun Jeyifo has passed away. He died on Wednesday in Lagos at the age of 80. His passing came just over a month after he celebrated his 80th birthday in January. His death was confirmed in…...
Zimbabwe moves to change Presidential election, term limits
2+ mon, 17+ hour ago (245+ words) Zimbabwe's cabinet has approved draft legislation that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 83, to extend his stay in office until at least 2030. The proposed changes, announced this week, would alter how presidents are elected and how long they can serve." Under…...
South Africa's ambassador to France found dead in Paris hotel
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (232+ words) South Africa's ambassador to France, Nkosinathi Emmanuel "Nathi" Mthethwa, was found dead on Tuesday outside the Hyatt Regency hotel in west Paris, the Paris prosecutor's office said. According to the prosecutor's office, Mthethwa had been reported missing by his wife…...
5% fuel surcharge: Myths, facts, and how it helps our transport infrastructure
7+ mon, 4+ day ago (316+ words) It's me again, here to clear the air. I am confident in this government and its vision, so I want to set the record straight. If you have been scrolling through social media or catching the news, you have probably…...
Speaker Tajudeen calls for Africa-Asia trade, investment frameworks
7+ mon, 3+ day ago (699+ words) The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Monday called for trade and investment frameworks between Africa and Asia, especially for green energy and digital economies. This is just as the Speaker has stated that the proposed…...
Nigeria, Angola hold bilateral meeting to update legal instruments
7+ mon, 3+ day ago (392+ words) Nigeria and Angola are set to strengthen their bilateral relations with a joint commission meeting scheduled for 2025, aimed at updating the legal frameworks guiding their political, economic and military cooperation. This development comes as part of Angola's efforts to enhance…...
All you need to know about Tinubu's 5% fuel tax
7+ mon, 5+ day ago (349+ words) The 5% fuel tax, or surcharge, is a provision in Nigeria's new tax laws that has generated public discussion. In this article, TRIBUNE ONLINE gave a detailed breakdown of what the 5% fuel tax or surcharge entails, its origins, and its intended…...
Africa Women Conference 2025: Legacy Meets Innovation in Johannesburg
7+ mon, 6+ day ago (349+ words) The Africa Women Conference (AWC) is set to hold its 9th edition in Johannesburg, South Africa, from November 57, 2025, under the theme "Legacy Meets Innovation: Women Forging New Pathways for Africa's Sustainable Development." Since its inception in 2018, the AWC has grown into…...