Tight Gun Regulations Do Not Prevent South African Killings By Armed Men With AK-47s
On Saturday, a tragic shooting at a bar in Johannesburg resulted in the deaths of at least 17 individuals, which raises serious concerns despite South Africa’s stringent gun control laws. The attack involved a group of at least eight armed men who used handguns and AK-47s. It occurred in the Wedela township, located in the […]
How a network supported by Russia connected to two African nations funneled $6.9 billion through banks with fake documents
A7, a network formed in late 2024 by the sanctioned Moldovan businessman Ilan Shor, has connections to Russia’s state-owned Promsvyazbank, which is linked closely to the nation’s defense operations. According to findings by the FT, A7 utilized a series of companies and bank accounts to facilitate international money transfers for Russian businesses, effectively sidestepping Western […]
African Telecom Firm Secures $100 Million Loan from U.S. to Challenge Huawei
U.S. to Boost Africell with $99.6 Million Loan The Trump administration has revealed that Africell, the sole American-owned telecom firm operating in Africa, will receive a $99.6 million loan from the Export-Import Bank (EXIM). This funding aims to help Africell compete against the prominent Chinese telecommunications company, Huawei. The loan’s purpose, according to EXIM, is […]
Billionaire Tim Draper receives wild proposals for African island
A bitcoin billionaire is attempting to sell his private island in Africa, often humorously. Tim Draper shared that he has received a flurry of unique offers, including trades for gold mines, houses, and even cows, among others. “I’ve even seen offers for just a dollar with the promise of paying the rest later,” he told […]
“Show some respect for African neighborhoods”: Black community confronts Latino running club over ‘hostile takeover’ of their area
A Latino running club in California had to relocate a planned event from a historically black neighborhood after members of the community expressed their discontent and even issued threats of “resistance.” The controversy started when “Barrio Athletics” shared a promotional video for a run in Leimert Park, a neighborhood in Los Angeles with deep roots […]
U.N. Calls for Urgent Reparations for Slavery for Individuals of African Ancestry
U.N. Committee Calls for Reparations for the Slave Trade A U.N. committee issued a warning on Monday, stating that countries are legally obligated to provide immediate cash settlements as reparations for the transatlantic slave trade, along with other unspecified measures such as “truth commissions.” The committee aims to address the “enduring legacy of racial discrimination” […]
People in the U.S. advised to steer clear of African beach and safari spots as terrorists focus on high-end resorts.
Americans are being advised to steer clear of certain areas in Mozambique, an African safari destination, particularly where terrorists are targeting upscale lodges popular with big-game hunters from abroad. The U.S. State Department released an updated warning on August 21, designating Mozambique as “Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution.” Additionally, some regions have been marked as […]
Democrats are determined to secure the black vote: ‘It seems now he is African’
Democrats are really putting in the effort to win over the black vote, and James Talarico, a Senate candidate, isn’t any different. In Texas, particularly among Democrats, there’s a lot of disappointment following Jasmine Crockett’s loss. They really wanted her to win, as she represented them, being black, as BlazeTV host Sara Gonzales points out. […]
Houthi attacks in the Red Sea might lead to changes in US strategy towards an African country.
US Strategy Shift Due to Houthi Threats in Red Sea In light of increasing Houthi threats to shipping in the Red Sea, analysts suggest that the United States may need to rethink its strategy. Houthi attacks on vessels near crucial maritime chokepoints could push Washington to forge stronger alliances with more dependable partners along Africa’s […]
Utah Mayor from the GOP Describes African Refugees as the ‘New Pioneers’ of the American West
Provo Mayor Celebrates African Immigrants as Modern Pioneers Marcia Judkins, the liberal Republican mayor of Provo, Utah, has referred to immigrants and refugees from Africa as the “pioneers” of contemporary America. This comes after her election victory over an incumbent Republican in 2025, sparking some discussion on social media. Judkins shared a message on Instagram […]