Word of the Day: “The cattle is as good as the pasture in which it grazes.” – Gabon Proverb

Today in history in 1722, “Black Bart (Bartholomew Roberts), a feared Welsh pirate, is shot as his ship tries to avoid capture by a British Royal Navy ship, and dies off the coast of Cape Lopez (Gabon). For three years, he has terrorized the coast of West Africa and the Americas, and taken 400 ships. He flew one of the first Skull and Crossbones flags, and was considered a mythical person for his exploits. However, he murdered 80 enslaved Africans when the caption of the ship transporting them refused to surrender, and he burned the vessel.” – Source: https://www.africatodayyesterday.org/days/10-feb

News highlights from Africa and beyond (February 10, 2024).

Nigeria:

• “UPDATE: Access Holdings CEO, Herbert Wigwe’s Wife, Two Kids Also Dead In US Helicopter Crash While Travelling To Watch Super Bowl”: The chopper transporting Herbert Wigwe, the Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, which crashed in California, United States of America, also killed his wife and two children on board with him. Read more
• “AFCON: Super Eagles will face a different Cote d’Ivoire team – Haller”: Cote d’Ivoire forward, Sebastien Haller has said the Super Eagles will face a different Elephants side on Sunday. Read more
• “Access Holdings CEO, Herbert Wigwe, Five Others Die In Helicopter Crash In California”: A chopper transporting Herbert Wigwe, the Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings has crashed and killed him as well as about five others in California, United States of America. Read more
• “Police arrested 814 suspects, rescued 107 kidnap victims in seven weeks”: The police said they have arrested 814 suspects, rescued 107 kidnap victims and recovered 166 firearms within the first seven weeks of the year. Read more
• “South Africa beat DR Congo on penalties to win AFCON Bronze”: The Bafana Bafana of South Africa defeated DR Congo 6-5 on penalties to win the Bronze medal at the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. Read more
• “Ex-President Jonathan’s Former Chief of Staff Is Dead”: Jones Oladeinde Arogbofa, a retired Brigadier General in the Nigerian Army, who served as Chief of Staff to former President Goodluck Jonathan is dead. Read more
• “Gunmen Kill Bus Driver, Kidnap All Passengers Coming To South-East From Lagos, Abandon Little Girl”: Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly hijacked GUO motors coming to the South-East from Lagos State, South West Nigeria and abducted all passengers. Read more
• “Today’s Headlines: Tinubu Cancels AFCON Trip To Côte d’Ivoire, Police kill Abuja kidnappers”: President Bola Tinubu has cancelled plans to watch the Africa Cup of Nations final live in Abidjan between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and host country Côte d’Ivoire. Read more
• “Nigerian Professor of Law who earns N420k left in shock after discovering she needed to pay N2.1m for flight to Ivory Coast to watch Super Eagles play at AFCON Finale”: Professor Joy Ezeilo, Dean Emeritus Faculty of Law, University of Nigeria Nsukka, was shocked to discover the high cost of a flight to Ivory Coast for the AFCON finale. Read more
• “My Husband Advised Me To Look For A Man Who Can Satisfy Me Because Of”: Susan, a mother of two from Muranga, shares her story of how her husband advised her to find another man to satisfy her needs due to his addiction to masturbation. Read more

Kenya:

• “Eric Omondi hits out at President Ruto for shortchanging Kenyans “maliza uende””: Comedian Eric Omondi accuses President William Ruto of issues affecting Kenyans he pledged to address if elected president. Read more
• “Senator Khalwale Reacts After Two Brothers Die And Three Injured During Family Fued, Reveals This”: A longstanding familial dispute has escalated into a devastating tragedy, leaving two brothers dead and three others injured during a family meeting in Ikolomani. Read more
• “Win Opera News’ Dinner & Gift Vouchers, Get 1st Clue in an Article on Headlines Section of the App”: Opera News invites readers to participate in the “A Journey of Love and Discovery” Valentine’s campaign from February 7th to 14th. Read more
• “I will mentor you Mt Kenya youthful leaders, Gachagua says”: Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has pledged to mentor youthful leaders to take over once the Kenya Kwanza administration’s tenure ends. Read more
• “Raila Odinga to Wiper: I have no problem endorsing Kalonzo Musyoka as 2027 Azimio flagbearer”: Azimio leader Raila Odinga assured the Kamba community that he had no problem stepping aside and endorsing Mr Musyoka. Read more
• “Kenya Power announces scheduled blackout for Sunday”: Kenya Power has announced planned power interruptions for Sunday, February 11, 2024, affecting Nairobi, Machakos, and Kiambu counties as part of network maintenance. Read more
• “Karen Nyamu addresses eviction from Runda home after viral videos”: Karen Nyamu responds to concerns about her eviction from her Runda home due to rent arrears, following viral videos showing purported auctioneers at her house. Read more
• “Former Tanzania Prime Minister Edward Lowasa is dead”: Edward Lowasa, former Prime Minister of Tanzania, has passed away while receiving treatment at the Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute in Dar es Salaam. Read more
• “Avoid Lipa ‘Mdogo Mdogo’ Phones At All Cost For The Following Reasons”: Kenyans are advised to be cautious with the Lipa Mdogo Mdogo method of purchasing mobile phones through installments due to various reasons. Read more
• “Inside Ksh 243M Luxury Jet Brazil Govt Gifted Pastor Owuor [PHOTO]”: Prophet David Owuor has been gifted a private jet by a Legislative Assembly member of Rio de Janeiro State, Rosenverg Reis, to facilitate his gospel mission in Brazil. Read more

Ghana:

• “LIVESTREAMING: MzGee hosts Mercy Chinwo, Diana Hamilton, others on United Showbiz”: Weekly entertainment analysis programme United Showbiz is live with host, MzGee ‘presiding.’ Her guests this week include usual suspects Kwame Kwame A Plus, Vida Adu Twumwaa, Socrates sarfo, Ola Micheal and Arnold Asamoah-Baidoo. Completing the set are Nigerian gospel musician Mercy Chinwo and Ghanaian award-winning gospel singer Diana Antwi Hamilton. Read more
• “COP Alex Mensah was no competition for me, I was well prepared – Poku-Adusei”: The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Parliamentary Candidate for Bekwai, Ralph Poku-Adusei has confidently stated that Retired Commissioner of Police (COP), George Alex Mensah, posed no challenge to him in the primaries. Despite being widely expected to secure victory with the endorsement of the incumbent MP, Joseph Osei-Owusu, COP Mensah lost the election to Mr Poku-Adusei and polled just 245. Read more
• “I don’t talk byheart – Alan Kyerematen”: Independent Presidential aspirant and founder of the Movement for Change, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, says even though he is very outspoken, he does not talk byheart. The former Trades Minister, who was speaking on Kumasi-based Nhyira FM on Saturday morning, February 10, 2024, said he is a principled person and speaks his mind on issues he is convinced about. Read more
• ““Because of What He Said, I Won’t Give My Support To Mahama Should The Elections Go Run-Off”- Osofo Kyiriabosom”: The founder and leader of Ghana Union Movement (GUM) has stated that nothing will convince him to add his support to John Dramani Mahama and the NDC should the 2024 general elections go run off. Rev. Christian Kwabena Andrews a.k.a “Osofo Kyiriabosom’” has settled on the foregoing decision as a result of a campaign message by the former President, that he (Mahama) will privatize and entrust the extraction of minerals into the hands of foreign investors. Read more
• “Access Bank CEO, Herbert Wigwe, dies with wife, son in helicopter crash”: Access Holdings Plc’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Herbert Wigwe, has passed away after being involved in a tragic helicopter crash near the California-Nevada border. According to The Will, Wigwe, along with his wife, son, and three others were on board the helicopter at the time of the accident on Friday night. Read more
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• “Martha Ankomah Finally Replies Lilwin”: Decent and respected Ghanaian actress, Martha Ankomah has subtly replied to Kumawood actor, Kwadwo Nkansah Lilwin. Read more
• “Oppong Nkrumah to sports, Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu to foreign affairs – 5 key changes in Akufo-Addo reshuffle – Report”: President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is expected to announce the biggest reshuffle in his government since coming into office in 2017. Read more
• “Pope Kissed Baby on Her Head. 6 Weeks Later, Parents Discovered Something Very Frightening”: The life of the Marcia Antonio family changed a lot after their baby daughter met Pope Francis in Philadelphia. Read more
• “Ghanaians Mock Ghana Army As Alleged Short, Old Recruits Graduate”: A scandal has rocked the Ghana Army over the passing out of army recruits considered unqualified by social media users based on their appearance. Read more
• “4 photos that prove that Ebony’s fashion sense was beyond her time”: Today marks the anniversary of the untimely departure of Reigns, a beacon of talent in the Ghanaian music scene whose legacy transcends her music to include a distinctive fashion sense that captivated many. Read more

Uganda:

• “KIU Student Who Had Gone To Bewitch Boyfriend Raped By Witchdoctors”: Police in Mitooma District have arrested two witchdoctors for raping a Kampala International University student and stealing UGX 2.9 Million from her. Read more
• “Pretty Nicole Disappears From Her Parent’s Home, Reportedly Gets Married To a Famous TikToker”: Social media sensation Pretty Nicole has gone missing from her parent’s residence and reportedly got married to one of the famous TikTokers. Read more
• “TOP STORY: Kampala Woman Unsettled As Boyfriend Turns Into Ghost”: A woman in Kampala is seeking help after her boyfriend, who loved her dearly, turned into a ghost and continues to be intimate with her remotely. Read more
• ““I am not single,” Kenzo reveals why he decided to keep his love life private”: Singer Eddy Kenzo has revealed that he is in a serious romantic relationship but has decided to keep his love life private due to past experiences. Read more
• “Teso Districts in Panic as Anti-Crime Police Chief Transferred, Outcry Ensues”: The transfer of Assistant Commissioner of Police Mrs. Damalie Nachuha, known for her strict stance against criminals in Teso, has caused panic and outcry among the residents. Read more
• “MUSEVENI CABINET RESHUFFLE: State House Breaks Silence on List of New Ministers”: Museveni on Retreat to Conclude New Cabinet ListA looming cabinet reshuffle is giving Ugandan president Yoweri Kaguta Tibuhaburwa Museveni’s ministers sleepless nights as the elderly head-of-state and government reportedly does final touches on the list of politicians to kick out of his cabinet and the new ones to bring on board. Read more
• “UNEB Assurance: Official Communication on UCE 2023 Results Release Date Expected”: Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has addressed speculations regarding the release date of the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) 2023 results, following reports circulating on social media. Read more
• “Speaker Among, Nnabagereka grace Katikkiro son’s wedding”: Speaker Anita Among this afternoon witnessed the holy marriage of Charles Bbale Mayiga and his wife, Sonia Elizabeth Nabagereka at Rubaga Cathedral. Read more
• “EPL Table After Man City Won 2-0, Luton Lost 3-1 And Liverpool Won 3-1 On Saturday.”: Manchester City Vs Everton. Manchester City hosted Everton at their home stadium and it was a tough and interesting 90 minutes of action for both sides. Read more
• “Bukedde TV Presenter Namayanja Priscilla Debunks Reports Of Her Death”: Lately, there has been a disturbing trend where numerous individuals on social media platforms spread false information, falsely claiming the deaths of prominent individuals in the country. Read more

South Africa:

• “Zuma Is Having a Nice Time With Family at Nkandla, Look What They Were Spotted Doing”: The former president of South Africa, Jacob Zuma, is enjoying quality time with his family at Nkandla, showcasing his role as a devoted father and family man. Read more
• “Ngizwe Mchunu’s Cultural Carnival Disrupted As Police Send Him Packing, EFF Manifesto Continues”: Ngizwe Mchunu’s plans for a cultural carnival in Durban were disrupted by a joint team of SAPS and Durban Metro Police, while the EFF manifesto launch proceeded as planned. Read more
• “Who killed AKA? Tony Forbes spills on ‘people who funded it’”: On the first anniversary of rapper AKA’s death, his father Tony Forbes shares his insights on who might be behind the tragic incident. Read more
• “6-year-old girl who died from eating biscuits from a spaza shop had an autopsy, look what happened”: The family of 6-year-old Refilwe Usman, who tragically passed away after consuming snacks from a local spaza shop, reveals that a postmortem confirmed poisoning as the cause of death. Read more
• “Look at what EFF want to share to women in SA that is trending on social media”: The Economic Freedom Fighters plan to distribute free sanitary pads to all female attendees at their Manifesto Launch event in Durban, addressing the challenge of menstrual hygiene. Read more
• “The Bala Family announces the passing of Sebenzile Jafta, affectionately known as Ntate Jafta on TheBalaFamily reality show.RIPTatuJafta”: The trio, made up of siblings Zwai Bala, Loyiso Bala, and Phelo Bala are in mourning. This as their stepdad and reality TV star, Sebenzile Jafta, has died. His death was announced by his stepson and musician Loyiso Bala on Saturday, 10 February on his social media platforms. Read more
• “Inside the Funeral Of Spar Trending Worker, Look What Was Captured”: A few days ago, there was a trending video of a spar worker who decided to record herself touching her own private area and send the video to her boyfriend. Unfortunately, the boyfriend decided to post the video on social media, and it has been trending ever since, with many people criticising and calling her names. Read more
• “\”He will be dead by Saturday\” — See Who Malema talked about”: In a striking and rebellious explanation, Julius Malema, the head of the Monetary Political dissidents (EFF), proclaimed that nobody has the ability to pronounce an off limits region for him, not even political opponents, for example, the Inkatha Opportunity Party (IFP), Popularity based Partnership (DA), or the African Public Congress (ANC). Malema offered these comments during a blazing discourse in KwaZulu-Natal. Malema’s words were bound with certainty and unfaltering assurance, as he underlined that the. Read more
• “Brave Bafana win Afcon battle for bronze as goalkeeper Ronwen Williams saves the day”: Bafana Bafana beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 6-5 on penalties to claim their second bronze medal at the Africa Cup of Nations. Ronwen Williams was the hero once again. In a match that was a decent appetiser for the final of the what has been an enthralling Africa Cup of Nations, South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo could not be separated as their third-place playoff ended 0-0 at the Félix Houphouët Boigny in Abidjan on Saturday. Read more
• “39 foreign nationals were arrested by SANDF & SAPS officers, look at what officers caught them doing”: An extensive crackdown on illegal mining unfolded in Gauteng under Operation Vala Umgodi, as a coalition of law enforcement agencies, comprising the South African Police Service (SAPS), the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), and other relevant bodies, descended upon Benoni in the Ekurhuleni District on Friday, 9th February 2024. Read more

Tanzania:

• “Edward Lowassa: A political journey and legacy”: On a scorching Saturday, journalists in Dar es Salaam gathered at Msasani Beach for their annual Bonanza. Meanwhile, some remained in their newsrooms, unaware of the impending news that would disrupt their schedules: the passing of former Prime Minister Edward Lowassa, announced by Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango through the national broadcaster, TBC. Read more
• “President Samia orders flags to fly at half-mast to mourn Lowassa”: Following the passing of former Prime Minister Edward Lowassa, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has issued an order for Tanzania’s flag to be flown at half-mast, alongside declaring a five-day national mourning period. Vice President Dr Philip Mpango conveyed this announcement via the national broadcaster TBC on Saturday afternoon. Read more
• “Samia, other African leaders extend warm wishes for Chinese New Year”: President Samia Suluhu Hassan has joined other world leaders in extending warm greetings to the People’s Republic of China as the Asian economic powerhouse celebrates the Chinese New Year 2024. Through her X account (formerly Twitter), Tanzania’s Head of State expressed her wishes for a year filled with good fortunes, happiness, and prosperity as red lanterns decorate homes and neighbourhoods in China and their communities worldwide. Read more
• “Mbeya fans celebrate Young Africans’ 89th birthday in style”: It is all celebrations in Mbeya as Young Africans members and fans embrace the club’s 89th birthday whose climax is set on Sunday. They have opened the day with jogging from Tughimbe all the way to Meta Hospital before conducting a cleaning exercise at Mbeya Referral Hospital. Read more
• “Make public women leaders’ achievements, journalists told”: Journalists have been called upon to publicise more achievements on women leaders to increase the numbers of female leaders in the governance system. Ms Rachel Magege, VOTE: WOMEN Project Coordinator with POLLICY made the call in Dar es Salaam recently at a one-day session meant to engage women leaders with female journalists to make the latter’s work visible. Read more
• “Mishahara Ya Wachezaji wa Yanga 2024”: Yanga SC, or Young Africans Sports Club, is a prestigious football club situated in Jangwani, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, known as one of Tanzania’s and East Africa’s most beloved and successful football clubs. Read more
• “Joyce Gituro – I tried dating, but it got to a point I felt like afadhali nirudi kwa bwanangu”: Joyce Gituro shares candid insights into her dating life following separation with her husband, revealing the challenges and surprises she encountered while navigating the dating scene as a single mother. Read more
• “Voluntary relocation gains momentum in Ngorongoro”: A total of 15 households, comprising 107 people and 359 livestock belonging to the Mang’ati ethnic group, have voluntarily agreed to relocate to Msomera Village in Handeni District, Tanga Region. Read more
• “Carlo Ancelotti refuses to answer question about Kylian Mbappe as he insists the top SIX players in the world are already at Real Madrid, with Vinicius Jr the standout star”: Carlo Ancelotti emphasizes that Real Madrid already possesses the top six players in the world, highlighting Vinicius Jr as the standout star. Read more
• “‘Mwanamke Shujaa’ hits ground running in Zanzibar”: The economic inclusion program Mwanamke Shujaa, aimed at empowering women food vendors in Zanzibar, has been launched through a partnership between Coca-Cola Kwanza, the Zanzibar Economic Empowerment Agency (ZEEA), Zanzibar Broadcasting Corporation, and Oryx Gas Tanzania. Read more

Ethiopia:

• ““Multi-ethnic brotherhood and sisterhood for lasting peace and prosperity ” meeting in Oromia”: Many observers have noted that Ethiopia is in a very dangerous time due to institutionalized ethnic politics, which has led to a security crisis in the country, especially in the past five years under the leadership of Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. Read more
• ““Red Sea Afar” accuse Eritrean gov’t of “ethnic-based” oppression: report”: Diaspora-based ethnic Afars from Eritrea are alleging ethnic-based oppression in Eritrea, according to a report by DW Amharic. Read more
• “Asres Mare Damte – one of the key Fano leaders – Interview with EMS Eletatwi”: Asres Mare Damte, one of the key leaders of the Fano movement in Gojam, highlights the challenges the Fano struggle is facing in an interview with EMS Eletatwi. Read more
• “Brewing reform, or routine reshuffle?”: The departure of long-serving Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Demeke Mekonnen has raised questions about whether the developments are part of a typical executive reshuffle or signify genuine reform within the incumbent Prosperity Party. Read more
• “Pretoria Agreement, referendum proposals reanimate tensions between Fed and Tigray Admin”: The terms of the Pretoria Agreement, particularly those outlining disputed territories, are the subject of renewed tensions between the federal government and the Tigray Interim Administration. Read more
• “Moment ‘Houthis sentence 13 people to be stoned to DEATH for homosexuality’ in Yemen under terrorists’ ISIS-style rule”: A Houthi-run court in Yemen is believed to have sentenced 13 people to be stoned to death for homosexuality, under a horrific ISIS-style rule. Read more
• “Building virtual bridges between Ethiopia’s diverse cultures”: Mahder M. Getaneh, an architecture lecturer at Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, is using immersive technology to combat misinformation, spread awareness, and foster harmony among Ethiopia’s diverse cultures. Read more
• “Officials hit pause on cryptocurrency mining permits as entrants ready to start operations”: Ethiopian authorities have temporarily suspended the issuance of new operation permits for cryptocurrency mining ventures after awarding permits to more than 20 firms. Read more
• “I was desperate to be an influencer & thought I was a mega star when I hit 100k – I was so wrong, it cost me hundreds”: A new mum shares her experience of being scammed and losing hundreds of dollars in her quest to become a social media influencer. Read more
• “Hunger Crisis in Ethiopia: Desperation at the Door of Death”: The village of Tseykeme is facing a severe hunger crisis, with children like eight-year-old Gebremichael and his brother collecting small orange berries as their only source of food. Read more

Cameroon:

• “Cameroon: Eto’o and Rigobert Song in the sights, Paul Biya scolds after CAN 2023”: On the eve of the conclusion of the 2023 African Cup of Nations (CAN), Cameroon’s President, Paul Biya, voiced his dissatisfaction with the national team led by Rigobert Song and overseen by Samuel Eto’o at the helm of FECAFOOT. Read more
• “Donga Mantung: Separatists kill driver, Police Officer, release five others”: Following the escape of the Divisional Officer of Bamenda II, Nicholas Manchang, separatist militants killed the driver and a police officer. Five individuals who were previously kidnapped were released after several days in captivity. Read more
• “Experts list drugs which bitter kola makes ineffective”: Concerns have been raised about the potential impact of bitter kola on the effectiveness and safety of many drugs, including antibiotics, painkillers, and even malarial medicines. Read more
• “15+ Misleading Photos You Need to Look at Twice to Understand”: The brain does not always comprehend what the eyes observe, leading to perceptions of typical objects or phenomena as strange objects or occurrences. Read more
• “Moliwe, Limbe: Six Perish In Ghastly Accident”: The victims include three students of Government Technical High School Ombe, a driver, and two babies. Read more

Senegal:

• “Paris: Senegalese protest against the postponement of the Presidential election in the rain”: The Senegalese community in France mobilized in Paris to express their anger and indignation at the current tense political situation in Senegal. Read more
• “Violence in Senegal: Guy Marius Sagna’s proposed solution after 2 deaths”: Guy Marius Sagna strongly criticized President Macky Sall, accusing him of being responsible for the increasing instability and loss of human lives in Senegal. Read more
• “A group of eminent professors warns the 7 wise men of the Constitutional Council”: A group of eminent professors has issued a warning to the 7 wise men of the Constitutional Council regarding the undeniable justiciability of Constitutional Law No. 04/2024. Read more
• “Macky Sall’s interview with AP agency: ‘I am completely ready to pass the baton'”: President Macky Sall defended his decision to postpone the elections after violent protests erupted across the country. Read more
• “Macky Sall’s first reaction after the protests: ‘I will now work for appeasement…'”: President Macky Sall breaks his silence in an interview with the American media Associated Press (AP) following the protests. Read more

Liberia:

• “HPX, Liberian Government, and Guma Africa Group Partner to Develop New Multi-user Railway”: HPX announced a partnership with the Liberian Government and Guma Africa Group to develop The Liberty Corridor, a new multi-user infrastructure corridor connecting Guinea and Liberia. Read more
• “Liberia: Army Wives Protest Against Former Chief of Staff’s Appointment as Defense Minister”: Wives and widows of current and deceased soldiers of the Armed Forces of Liberia protested against the appointment of Major General (retired) Prince Johnson as Defense Minister, alleging maltreatment of officers and personnel. Read more
• “New Defense Minister, Retired Major/General Prince C. Johnson III Confirmed – A Profile”: The Liberian Senate confirmed Retired Major/General Prince Charles Johnson, III as Liberia’s new Defense Minister, who previously served as Chief of Staff for the Armed Forces of Liberia. Read more
• “Joe Biden ‘would not pass baseline’ of a mental competency test, says psychiatrist”: Psychiatrist Carol Lieberman suggested that President Biden’s behavior could indicate dementia and that he would likely fail a mental competency test. Read more
• “Israeli military kills 28 after Netanyahu signals Rafah invasion plan”: The Israeli military killed at least 28 Palestinians in Rafah following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s indication of a possible invasion of the city in southern Gaza. Read more

Benin:

• “L’Afrique du Sud médaillée de bronze”: The Bafana Bafana of South Africa finished 3rd in the 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations. Facing DR Congo in the classification match, South Africa won against its opponent at the end of the penalty shootout. Read more
• “Stéphane Sessegnon prend sa retraite internationale”: Stéphane Sessegnon, the former captain of the Benin national team, has announced his international retirement. Having started his career with the national team in 2004, Sessegnon will not continue beyond 2024 with the Guépards du Bénin. Read more
• “Un individu risque 07 ans de prison pour avoir vidé un compte MoMo”: Found guilty of internet fraud, a suspected scammer faces a 7-year prison sentence. He is accused of emptying a woman’s Mobile Money (MoMo) account. His trial took place on February 8, 2024, at the Court for the Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET). Read more
• “Le jazzman béninois Lionel Loueke nominée aux Grammy Awards”: Beninese jazz composer and guitarist, Lionel Loueke, was nominated for the Grammy Awards. In his category, American Nicole Zuraitis won the trophy at the 66th annual Grammy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles on February 4, 2024. Read more
• “Des dégâts matériels dans une maison à Ganou”: A fire caused significant material damage in a residential house on Thursday, February 8, 2024, in Ganou, a neighborhood of Parakou. The fire broke out in the absence of the house’s inhabitants. Read more

Haiti:

• “Trente-neuf membres de la mouvance d’ultradroite placés en garde à vue à Paris”: Thirty-nine members of the far-right movement, including about twenty individuals flagged by security services, were arrested and taken into custody in Paris on February 10, 2024. They were being questioned for “participation in a group with the intent to commit vandalism,” according to a source close to the case and the prosecutor’s office. Read more
• “L’Europe trouve un accord sur la réforme du pacte de stabilité”: The European Parliament and member states reached an agreement on the reform of the Stability and Growth Pact during the night of February 9 to 10, 2024. Read more
• “Tiraillements entre la Belgique et le Vatican sur le sort de l’évêque accusé de pédocriminalité”: The scandal of sexual violence within the Catholic Church in Belgium remains unresolved, with ongoing investigations into an accused bishop and debates over the handling of the case by Belgian authorities and the Vatican. Read more
• “Rachida Dati remet le projet de création de holding de l’audiovisuel public au goût du jour”: French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati revives the project to create a holding company for public broadcasting, emphasizing the need for the public audiovisual sector to adapt to the changing media landscape. Read more

Global news headlines:

• “How Anna Cardwell and Eldridge Toney ‘Threw Cancer Out’ of Their Minds on ‘Special’ Wedding Day (Exclusive)”: Eldridge Toney shares memories from his quiet March 2023 wedding with late wife Anna “Chickadee” Cardwell, focusing on their special moment despite Cardwell’s cancer. Read more
• “Will Donald Trump’s hair dye, tan and DANCING help him beat Biden? GOP favorite, 77, faces fewer barbs over his age than president, 81, because of his flamboyant stage presence, experts say”: Experts suggest Donald Trump’s public persona, including his dyed hair, tan, and dancing, helps shield him from age-related criticism, unlike 81-year-old Joe Biden. Read more
• “Former Houthi Reveals Secret U.S. Blind Spots in Red Sea Crisis”: A former Houthi member warns of the U.S. and U.K.’s failed efforts to counter the Houthis’ attacks in the Red Sea, highlighting the group’s persistent threat. Read more
• “Palworld Players Discover Useful Feature After 100 Hours With the Game”: Palworld players are surprised to discover a basic, helpful feature in the game after accumulating hundreds of hours of playtime. Read more
• “The Story Behind Carl Weathers Auditioning For Sylvester Stallone To Play Apollo Creed In Rocky”: The story of how Carl Weathers landed the iconic role of Apollo Creed in the Rocky movies, leaving a lasting impact on Hollywood and audiences. Read more
• “Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce ‘will spend some private time together’ following Super Bowl after being apart for a couple of weeks… but the tight end ‘is still determined to let go’ in Las Vegas if the Chiefs win”: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce plan to spend private time together after the Super Bowl, despite Kelce’s intentions to celebrate in Las Vegas if the Chiefs win. Read more
• “How Much Do You Know About Valentine’s Day? [Quiz]”: Test your knowledge of Valentine’s Day with this trivia quiz and learn more about the holiday of love. Read more
• “Texas: How, When And Where To See April’s Total Solar Eclipse—Maps, Times And The Best Places”: Discover the best places, times, and maps to view April’s total solar eclipse in Texas, a must-see event for eclipse chasers. Read more
• “Can Hisuian Decidueye be shiny in Pokemon Go?”: Find out the chances of catching a shiny Hisuian Decidueye in Pokémon Go and add this rare, uniquely colored creature to your collection. Read more
• “Balboa Island’s Sugar ’n Spice goes up for sale; owners hope to keep it alive”: The iconic Balboa Island’s Sugar ’n Spice, known for its frozen bananas, is up for sale, with the current owners hoping to preserve its legacy through a unique giveaway. Read more
• “Who Is Pete Sampras’ Wife? All About Actress Bridgette Wilson”: Tennis legend Pete Sampras has been married to actress Bridgette Wilson since 2000, sharing life’s ups and downs together in the public eye. Read more
• “Texas boy, 10, in NYC ICU in coma after dream birthday trip turns tragic: ‘Shriek of pain'”: Riker Stippick, a 10-year-old from Texas, is in a coma in a NYC hospital after his birthday trip turned into a nightmare due to a sudden brain bleed. Read more
• “Legal Guardians Accused Of ‘Prolonged Abuse’ In 10-Year-Old’s Death”: The legal guardians of a 10-year-old girl in Hawaii were arrested and charged with murder, following the child’s suspicious death and evidence of graphic abuse. Read more
• “Call of Duty: Warzone May Bring Back Rebirth Island Very Soon”: Call of Duty: Warzone may be bringing back the popular Rebirth Island in the near future, expanding the game’s map options. Read more
• “Alice + Olivia”: Alice + Olivia is known for its bold fashion pieces, capturing the joyful essence of founder Stacey Bendet with its vibrant designs. Read more

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