Between January and December 1960, 17 sub-Saharan African nations, including 14 former French colonies, gained independence from their former European colonists. Michael Oche takes a look at how these countries have fared after 55 years of independence Nigeria is not the only African country that gained independence in the year 1960. In fact, 16 other African…
Related Articles
UN chief calls for creative measures to tackle Sahel woes
UNITED NATIONS, Sept 23 (NNN-Xinhua) — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for creative measures to tackle the problems that are plaguing the Sahel. The security crisis in the Sahel poses a global threat. “If nothing is done, the effects of terrorism, violent extremism and organized crime will be felt far beyond the region and […]
Young Leaders from 14 East African Countries Converge on Nairobi
NAIROBI, Kenya, June 22, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Over 100 rising young leaders met in Nairobi, Kenya from June 15–17, 2016 to discuss the role of youth in driving sustainable development and a prosperous future for Africa. Discussions focused on inclusive development, innovation and entrepreneurship, and peace and security. Logo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160621/381811LOGO In support of U.S. […]
Biden Receives COVID-19 Vaccination
U.S. President-elect Joe Biden received a COVID-19 vaccination on live television Monday to convince Americans that the inoculation is safe as the country surpassed 18 million confirmed coronavirus cases.“I’m ready,” Biden told a nurse at a hospital in…