Nationwide demonstrations have erupted in Kenya over a controversial tax bill. The Finance Bill 2024, initially presented to parliament in May, has sparked discontent with an increase in an array of taxes and levies for Kenyans. The mass protests, initially organised in the capital city, Nairobi, have spread across the country. Demonstrations have […]
Africa
Malawi’s vice-president, Saulos Chilima, and nine others have died in a plane crash, President Lazarus Chakwera confirmed on live TV. The military plane, which was carrying Chilima and former first lady Shanil Dzimbiri to a funeral for an ex-minister, crashed on a hillside in the Chikangawa forest in northern Malawi […]
An aircraft carrying Malawi’s Vice-President Saulos Chilima and nine others has gone missing, according to a statement from the president’s office. The Malawi Defence Force aircraft “went off the radar” shortly after departing from the capital, Lilongwe, on Monday morning, the BBC reports. The plane was scheduled to land at […]
Zimbabwe’s healthcare system is on the brink of collapse. Chronic underfunding, rampant corruption, and a massive exodus of healthcare professionals have left millions without adequate care. For many, the struggle is personal and life-threatening. Among those battling the system is 29-year-old Oswald Tanaka Mankanya, a kidney dialysis patient whose story […]
After a major setback in last week’s election, South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) is negotiating with other parties to form a coalition government. On Sunday, the Electoral Commission (IEC) declared the elections “free and fair” but noted no party gained an outright majority. The final results showed the […]
Canberra was alight with the colours, sounds, and flavours of Africa as political leaders commemorated Africa Day with unmatched fervour and joy. ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr and ACT Minister for Multicultural Affairs Mick Gentleman joined African ambassadors in celebrating the annual event at the Rex Hotel in the city’s […]
In a heartfelt journey to Nigeria, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry opened up about their impactful three-day tour, offering a glimpse into their personal connection and mission-driven endeavours. The former royals embarked on a whirlwind trip that saw them visiting Nigeria’s military headquarters and championing the Invictus Games, a cause […]
In a celebration of the South Sudanese community’s resilience and the transformative power of imagination, Sydney-based theatre company Belvoir proudly presents Lose to Win, an extraordinary modern Australian story. From April 25 to May 19, 2024, Belvoir is hosting The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) alumnus Mandela Mathia’s remarkable […]
Amidst the scorched landscapes and parched earth of Zambia, a nation reeling from the grip of its worst drought in over two decades, lies an opportunity for transformation. In an exclusive conversation with BACKCOVERNEWS.COM, Dr. Elias Munshya, Zambia’s High Commissioner to Australia, unveiled a vision of hope amidst the devastation, […]
Last night, Melbourne played host to a dazzling array of African-Australian talent at the inaugural Amari Gala, an event dedicated to celebrating Black excellence and community achievement. Held at the prestigious Pullman on The Park Hotel, the sold-out affair saw luminaries from various fields gather to honour trailblazers and changemakers. […]
