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Latest news summaries
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Karavan Press bags CANEX Book Factory Prize for Publishing in Africa 2025
Karavan Press, an independent publisher based in Cape Town, South Africa is the winner of the 2025 edition of the CANEX Book Factory Prize for Publishing in Africa that celebrates and recognises outstanding contributions…
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Blood, sweat and beers: People who drink pints are more attractive to mosquitos, scientists reveal
There’s nothing more frustrating than being bitten alive by mosquitos while your friend remains completely untouched. But scientists have worked out why some people may be more attractive to the bloodsuckers than others –…
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“He saw things”: Terry Apala gives reason he won’t let his woman step into public gym
Nigerian singer Terry Apala, in a recent interview, has insisted that most women at gyms are not there to work out The Afrobeats star claimed that gyms have turned into social spots for flirting…
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From street food to global stage: Bole festival enters 9th Year in Rivers
The Bole Festival will return in 2025 for its 9th edition in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, bringing together thousands of food lovers, entertainers, and cultural enthusiasts. What started in 2016 as a small gathering…
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Morocco takes center stage at the 2025 Arabesques Festival in Montpellier
The 2025 edition of the Arabesques Festival in Montpellier is placing Morocco and its music center stage, drawing inspiration in particular from the renowned Fes Festival of Sacred Music. The festival opened Tuesday evening…
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Banksy could be unmasked over Royal Courts artwork
Banksy could be unmasked after his latest piece outside the Royal Courts of Justice has sparked a police investigation. The artwork, which depicts a judge attacking a protester on the floor with a gavel,…
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Verydarkman blames Lagos for Nigeria’s economic issues, compares other states: “Milking the country”
Social media activist Verydarkman has stirred up debate online by boldly blaming Lagos State for Nigeria’s economic challenges In a recent video shared on social media, he claimed that the economic dominance and centralisation…
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Mercury Prize shortlist includes oldest ever nominee
The Mercury Prize shortlist for 2025 has been revealed, with a notable inclusion which proves that you’re never too old to make incredible music. Among the 12 British and Irish artists up for the…
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Governor Soludo’s son Ozonna ignites reactions with ‘What’s in Your Bag’ challenge video
Governor Charles Soludo’s son, Ozonna, has shared a video of himself jumping on the ‘What’s in your bag?’ challenge In the viral video, the Anambra state governor’s son emptied his handbag to reveal its…


