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6 hours ago
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Tiny Africa, Massive Europe: Why World Maps are Lying to You Vantage with Palki Sharma
Tiny Africa, Massive Europe: Why World Maps are Lying to You | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G Tiny Africa, Massive Europe: Why World Maps are Lying to You | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G The world map you grew up with is wrong- and it's not just a small mistake. The Mercator projection, used in schools and online maps for centuries, drastically distorts the true size of countries. Africa looks tiny. Europe appears massive. Greenland rivals whole continents. But none of that is accurate. Now, cartographers and campaigners are pushing for change, urging institutions to adopt fairer, more accurate representations of our planet. See More
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13 hours ago
- Politics
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Namibia Holds First Genocide Remembrance, Presses Germany for Justice Firstpost Africa
Namibia Holds First Genocide Remembrance, Presses Germany for Justice | Firstpost Africa | N18G Namibia Holds First Genocide Remembrance, Presses Germany for Justice | Firstpost Africa | N18G Namibia has observed its first-ever Genocide Remembrance Day, honoring the victims of the Herero and Nama genocide carried out by German colonial forces over a century ago. The day serves as a solemn reminder of the atrocities committed between 1904 and 1908, during which tens of thousands of Namibians were killed or displaced. As part of the commemoration, Namibian leaders renewed calls for justice and formal reparations from Germany, urging acknowledgment and accountability for the historic crimes. This remembrance highlights the ongoing struggle for recognition and healing in Namibia's journey toward justice and reconciliation. Watch for full details. See More
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13 hours ago
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Indian EAM S. Jaishankar Takes A Subtle Dig at China's Debt Trap Africa Policy
Indian EAM S. Jaishankar Takes A Subtle Dig at China's Debt Trap Africa Policy | Firstpost Africa Indian EAM S. Jaishankar Takes A Subtle Dig at China's Debt Trap Africa Policy | Firstpost Africa | N18G At the Africa Day 2025 event in New Delhi, India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar took a veiled swipe at China's role in Africa. He criticized what he called 'extractive models of engagement,' referring to how some countries approach Africa mainly for its natural resources without supporting long-term local growth. China has built a strong presence in Africa through large infrastructure projects funded by Chinese loans. These deals often benefit Chinese companies, use Chinese workers, and leave African nations with rising debt. There's little transfer of skills or technology, which keeps local industries dependent. In contrast, Jaishankar said India focuses on capacity building, skill development, and technology transfer. India offers training programs, education, and support for local innovation, aiming to help African countries become self-reliant. See More
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14 hours ago
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Nigerian Tiktok Star Jailed for Spraying Cash at Party Firstpost Africa
Nigerian Tiktok Star Jailed for Spraying Cash at Party | Firstpost Africa | N18G Nigerian Tiktok Star Jailed for Spraying Cash at Party | Firstpost Africa | N18G Nigerian TikTok star Murja Kunya has been sentenced to six months in jail for 'spraying' naira cash notes in a viral video, a party custom that's a criminal offence in Nigeria. A court in Kano found her guilty under a 2007 law banning currency abuse, increasingly enforced by the anti-graft agency EFCC. Known for her controversial content, Kunya has repeatedly clashed with authorities, including the Islamic Hisbah police. As part of her sentence, she must now use her large online following to campaign against naira abuse. See More
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14 hours ago
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Manchester United Hit Rock Bottom: Booed in Malaysia First Sports With Rupha Ramani
Manchester United Hit Rock Bottom: Booed in Malaysia | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G Manchester United Hit Rock Bottom: Booed in Malaysia | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G Manchester United's disastrous season has reached new lows—this time on international soil. After finishing 15th in the Premier League, the Red Devils hoped a friendly match in Kuala Lumpur against the ASEAN All-Stars would provide some redemption. Instead, they were booed off the pitch after a dismal 1-0 defeat, where they couldn't manage a single goal. Fans, once fiercely loyal across Asia, are turning against the club—mocking their performances and even ridiculing a bizarre open-top bus parade as a '15th place victory celebration.' Manager Ruben Amorim admitted the team lacked intensity, while critics pointed to a deeper issue: United's global appeal is crumbling. With no European football next year and their financial struggles mounting, is this the beginning of the end of United's legendary stature? Can they rebuild—not just their squad, but their brand and identity too? Rupha Ramani with more. See More
