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Zimbabwe Plunges Into Darkness: Nationwide Blackout Strikes, ZESA Races to Restore PowerZimbabwe faced a nationwide power outage on Monday evening, July 6, caused by a technical fault on the national electricity grid. Power utility ZESA Holdings confirmed the blackout and stated that technical teams are investigating the cause and working to restore power, though no timeline or specific fault details were immediately available.
By Precious Eseaye•8 hours agoTravel
Health
Lagos Recorded More New HIV Infections Than Any Other States in 2025. Why Is the Gap So Wide?
Lagos recorded 10,430 new HIV infections in 2025, the highest in Nigeria. Read about the full state-by-state breakdown and what health officials are saying.
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OWOBU MAUREEN
From Waist Trainers to Ozempic: The Body Standard Race
From waist trainers to Ozempic, the quest for the “perfect” body keeps evolving—but at what cost? Explore how social media, celebrity trends, and a billion-dollar industry fuel the never-ending body standard arms race.zainab bakare
Womb. Tumour. Miracle: The Nigerian Surgeon Who Delivered a Baby Twice and Changed Medici ne Forever
A Nigerian doctor made medical history by performing a rare in-womb surgery, delivering a baby at 23 weeks to remove a massive tumour, then returning her to the womb. This is the awe-inspiring story of the “baby born twice” and the surgeon behind the miracle.Owobu Maureen
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Discipline or Discrimination? The War on 4C Hair in African Schools
An in-depth look at how institutional grooming policies suppress the natural growth and expression of 4C hair in African educational settings.Ibukun Oluwa
The Fake Drug Epidemic: How Counterfeit Medicines Are Flooding African Markets
Fake medicines kill nearly 500,000 Africans each year. Discover how counterfeit drugs flood markets, the global networks behind them, and the urgent solutions to end this silent epidemic.PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE
Food
10 Nostalgic Northern Nigerian Snacks That Take You Back to Your School Days
A nostalgic journey through Northern Nigerian school days, revisiting 10 beloved snacks—from gurasa and masa to zobo and alewa that once made break time the best part of the day.
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ZAINAB BAKARE
10 Foods to Eat If You're Serious About Gaining Weight
Trying to gain weight without results? These 10 calorie-dense, affordable foods can help you add healthy weight consistently and effectively.Zainab Bakare
Changing Cultures: How Africa Sips It's Alcohol
Discover which countries sip the most alcohol in Africa, and the health impacts this could have on the long run.Ibukun Oluwa
Egusi in Orbit: How a Nigerian Seed is Helping Scientists Plan for Food in Space.
Our beloved egusi made its way to space aboard SpaceX, in hopes of feeding the future.Ibukun Oluwa
The Rise of African Culinary Trailblazers On The Global Stage
Here are four of the highest rated African chefs in the world.Ibukun Oluwa
Travel
Zimbabwe Plunges Into Darkness: Nationwide Blackout Strikes, ZESA Races to Restore Power
Zimbabwe faced a nationwide power outage on Monday evening, July 6, caused by a technical fault on the national electricity grid. Power utility ZESA Holdings confirmed the blackout and stated that technical teams are investigating the cause and working to restore power, though no timeline or specific fault details were immediately available.
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Major Airport-Rail Network Launch to Transform Travel in Lagos
Lagos is set to transform its aviation landscape by connecting its three major airport terminals to the state rail network, aiming to alleviate notorious traffic congestion. This initiative is part of a broader, multi-billion-naira upgrade of Murtala Muhammed International Airport, enhancing access, modernizing facilities, and strengthening Lagos's position as a key West African hub. The comprehensive overhaul includes new roads, terminal renovations, and improved passenger amenities, promising to reshape travel experiences and unlock new commercial opportunities for the region.Precious Eseaye
Travel Alert: New Mandatory Online Declaration for South Africa Arrivals & Departures
South Africa is introducing a mandatory online Traveller Declaration system from July 1, 2026, replacing traditional paper forms for most international travellers. This digital initiative aims to modernize Customs clearance, enhance compliance, and streamline border processing. Travel professionals and clients must prepare for this new pre-departure routine to ensure seamless entry and exit.Precious Eseaye
10 Reasons Benin Republic Should Be on Your Travel Bucket List
Benin Republic is West Africa's most underrated travel destination from Ganvié's floating city and Ouidah's slave trade memorial to Pendjari's affordable safari and UNESCO royal palaces. Here's why it belongs on your bucket list before the crowds arrive.Zainab Bakare
Africa’s Top 5 Most Powerful Passports in 2025: What They Reveal About Mobility and Global Influence
Which African passport can take you to over 140 countries without a visa? The 2025 VisaGuide Passport Index has revealed Africa’s mobility champions, and the results may surprise you. From Seychelles’ global reach to South Africa’s diplomatic clout, here’s how the continent’s strongest passports stack up, what makes them powerful, and why passport privilege matters more than ever.Owobu Maureen
Parenting
Unplug and Connect: Creative Activities to Strengthen Family Bonds
Unplug and connect with your family! See creative, screen-free activities that strengthen bonds, improve communication, and create lasting memories for parents and kids.
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ADEDOYIN OLUWADARASIMI
Modern Parenting in an African Home: Between Tradition, Technology, and Love
Can African parents find balance between tradition and modern freedom? see how culture, technology, and emotional awareness is reshaping parenting practice across Africa, from fear-based discipline to love-driven connection.PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE
Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children In a Fast Paced World.
Beyond grades and discipline, emotional intelligence is shaping the next generation. Here’s why and how parents can make a difference.Lovely-Olive Olufemi
Fear vs Freedom: Raising Africa’s Next Generation
Across Africa, parenting has turned into a performance of perfection, Between fear, comparison, and control are we shaping confident leaders or anxious followers?Akeredolu Oluwatoyin
Parenting Without the Cane: Why African Parents Fear Gentle Parenting
Many African parents still equate discipline with fear, believing gentle parenting breeds disrespect. This article explores how empathy-based parenting challenges Africa’s long-held “spare the rod” ideology and why the next generation is choosing connection over canes.zainab bakare
Fashion
The Charvet Deal Could Be Chanel's Biggest Strategic Shift in Decades
Chanel's acquisition of Charvet signals a major shift into luxury menswear and this historic deal could reshape Chanel's long-term growth strategy.
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ZAINAB BAKARE
Top 10 African Fashion Houses That Would Shut Down an African Met Gala
From Lisa Folawiyo to Thebe Magugu, these African fashion houses are redefining luxury and would dominate the red carpet if an African Met Gala ever became reality.Zainab Bakare
A Thread Between Continents: Austrian Lace in Nigerian Life
This is the story of how European lace became a cultural symbol in Nigeria.Ibukun Oluwa
The Roar Beneath the Fabric: The Transcultural Story of Isi Agu
How Many Cultures Does Isi Agu Borrow From? When did it arrive in Nigeria? How Much Does Nigeria spend on textile imports, and does Agu really mean Lion, in Igbo?Ibukun Oluwa
The Beauty of the Wrapper: African Fashion On The Global Stage
African fashion is redefining identity and power. From Ankara pants to luxury Adire designs, read about how the wrapper evolved from tradition to global influence.PRECIOUS O. UNUSERE