Nigeria: Diplomat, Security Analyst Flay Fresh U.S. Travel Advisory On Nigeria

Nigeria: Diplomat, Security Analyst Flay Fresh U.S. Travel Advisory On Nigeria

A former Nigerian diplomat and security analyst have strongly criticised the latest travel advisory issued by the United States government, describing it as exaggerated, counterproductive, and based on outdated intelligence. The advisory, released on July 15, 2025, by the U.S. Department of State, urged American citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria due to widespread insecurity,…

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Neighborhood in Kenya

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Neighborhood in Kenya

Selecting the right neighborhood is a critical decision when buying or renting a home. The area you choose will significantly impact your lifestyle, convenience, safety and even the future value of the property. Whether you’re moving to a new city or simply relocating within the same town, here are key factors to consider when choosing…

Google Unveils Major AI Investment Drive Across Africa

Google Unveils Major AI Investment Drive Across Africa

Google has announced a sweeping wave of support to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) innovation across Africa, including $37 million in cumulative funding and the launch of a first-of-its-kind AI Community Centre in Accra, Ghana. The funding package includes new and previously unannounced investments in research, talent development, digital skills, and infrastructure aimed at enabling Africans…

Unregistered Kisii orphanage shut down after defilement of a seven-year-old girl

Unregistered Kisii orphanage shut down after defilement of a seven-year-old girl

St Peter’s Rigena Orthodox Orphanage and Church that was closed down by Children Welfare Services PS Caren Ageng’o. The kids were evacuated to safety. A proprietor of the home had defiled a minor, leading to the decision to close down the institution. [Stanley Ongwae/Standard] An unregistered children’s home in South Mugirango, Kisii…

Gabra leaders reject objections to Marsabit wind project, defend host status

Gabra leaders reject objections to Marsabit wind project, defend host status

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 26 – Leaders from the Gabra community have strongly dismissed objections raised against the Marsabit Wind Power Project in Gas, terming them misleading and an attempt to derail a project with direct benefits to the local population. In a letter addressed to the Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen), Tura Ruru Elema, the…

Bulgaria Digital Nomad Visa 2025

Bulgaria Digital Nomad Visa 2025

Your Travel Resources Handy In One Place Travel Insurance Enjoy peace of mind during traveling and don’t leave your country without good travel insurance. We recommend Insured Nomads or Genki for international travel insurance.  Travel Finances Get your travel finances smart and straight with Wise or Revolut. Accommodations For a short stay check out Booking or Agoda. Staying longer? Take a…

Trophy‑hunted‑pride male lion ‘Blondie’ shot outside Hwange – leaving 10 cubs behind

Trophy‑hunted‑pride male lion ‘Blondie’ shot outside Hwange – leaving 10 cubs behind

In a tragic turn for Hwange National Park’s lion pride, a well‑known male explorer lion named Blondie was shot and killed by a trophy hunter. Image of lion is not Blondie but used for illustrative purposes/Hans Veth/Unsplash Blondie, approximately 5 years and 3 months old, was clearly visible in a satellite GPS collar fitted earlier…