By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on IOL
Illustrative image · Lorenz Josef Torres · Pexels · Licence PexelsIndian rappers are drawing on their personal experiences to raise awareness of the effects of the climate crisis. The track “Neer Kodu”, which means “Give Water” in Kannada, is one of six songs on a multilingual compilation described as the first of its kind in India, according to IOL.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu congratulated Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his re-election as president of Brazil, described as a fourth term. He wants to strengthen exchanges between the two countries in several sectors and their multilateral cooperation, according to a statement from the Nigerian presidency.
🇧🇷 Brazil · Source: ThisDay ·
Eswatini gospel singer Nothando Hlophe announces that her song “Mmeli Wami” surpassed 100,000 YouTube views in 48 hours. Featuring contributions from Mzo Dlamini, the track precedes the planned 13 November release of the album “Spirit of Praise 12”, according to the Times of Eswatini.
🇸🇿 Eswatini · Source: Times of Eswatini ·
The Senegalese Network of Rural Women brought together women producers in Thionck Essyl, in the Ziguinchor region, to discuss land, financing, rights and climate justice. The discussions are expected to lead to a declaration, according to APS, which cited sub-prefect Papa Sandéné Sène.
🇸🇳 Senegal · Source: APS ·
The Creole Institute and Seychelles’ Ministry of Tourism and Culture honoured pupils recognised at the sixth edition of the Regina Melanie literary prize. Primary schools from Mahé and Praslin were among the participating institutions, according to the Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation.
🇸🇨 Seychelles · Source: Sbc ·
Gyurov and Yotova to contest Bulgaria presidential run-offBulgaria’s presidential election will go to a run-off between pro-Western reformist Andrey Gyurov and incumbent president Iliana Yotova after a historically low turnout. The final vote is scheduled for 1 November, amid political distrust and tensions linked to the war in Ukraine, according to election authorities.
Dangnivo case: Codjo Alofa dies in detention in BeninCodjo Alofa, sentenced to 30 years in prison for the 2010 disappearance of Pierre-Urbain Dangnivo, died of a stroke while being transferred to a Beninese hospital. His death has revived questions about the unanswered aspects of the legal case, according to Matin Libre.The week in Africa
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