South Africa’s booze and braaivleis lifestyle under attack
The South African government published a discussion document proposing to brake if not end altogether the country’s boozy barbeque lifestyle and casual acceptance of drinking and driving. A crate of control measures published in the Government Gazette will radically change the way South Africans live and entertain themselves. ends intro The proposals will impact on […]
Deal struck to end Nigeria’s fuel crisis
Nigerian wholesalers who’d turned off the taps claiming they’re owed a billion dollars by government have reached a deal with the finance minister, Danladi Fasali. Their action’s impacted on the country’s aviation, banking and telecommunications sectors. In addition to driving the country’s vehicles and aircraft, fuel is used to run electricity generators. The party of […]
Kenyan polieman hurt in shootout with Al Shabab
A Kenyan police officer’s been wounded in a fierce gun battle with militant Islamists in north-eastern Garissa County. A police spokesman’s discounted claims by Al Shabab that at least 20 policemen were killed in the attack. The al-Shabab militants set an ambush for the police near Yumbis town in Garissa County. A police spokesman’s dismissed […]