Google Maps to erase dangerous South Africa routes after attacks on tourists
Google navigation apps, Waze and Google Maps, will no longer guide users through Cape Town's Nyanga township and nearby areas due to increased security concerns, announced Alistair Mokoena, the company's South Africa head on Monday.
Last week, a US tourist was robbed and shot in the face in Nyanga after following the navigation app's route, which directed him through the township as the quickest path...
“There is no bigger artist in Africa than Burna Boy” Grammy Organizers
The Recording Academy, the organizers of Grammy Awards has described Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Burna Boy as the biggest artist in Africa.
Recall the singer was nominated for the 2024 Grammy Awards, bagging 4 nominations.
After the release of nominations, the Recording Academy put out an article crowning the artist as the biggest in Africa.
While congratulating the singer alongside others, The Grammys noted that there is not...
Veteran Actor John Kani Receives OBE
Veteran actor and playwright Dr. John Kani has been bestowed the prestigious Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his exceptional contribution to drama. The honor was conferred by King Charles III in recognition of Kani's outstanding dedication to the dramatic arts.
Kani's illustrious career spans decades, marked by ground-breaking roles in both stage and screen productions. His breakthrough came in 1975 with his co-written...
Nigerian man killed in test on bullet-proof charm
A 43-year-old man has been shot dead in Nigeria's Bauchi state while testing a bullet-proof charm, according to police spokesman Ahmed Wakil.
The traditional healer who fired the shot with a locally made gun has been arrested, along with two others, while additional suspects remain at large.
The victim has been identified as Muhammadu Ali, a villager from the area. Police responded swiftly upon learning of...
Nigerians selling off cars to feed family
Owning a car was among the many lists of achievements for a typical Nigerian. The celebration that hits the air when one has bought knows no bounds.
Parents, relatives and friends are gathered, and the gin is used to render prayers to various gods to save the life of the car owner and the car itself.
However, the situation of the country now is making car...
