In this entry, Lagos to Jozi Blog chats with a South African lady in her early 30s from Pretoria who wishes to stay unnamed in this interview. The interview delves into how South Africans view Nigerians, covering personal encounters, common beliefs, cultural impacts, and community integration. The goal of the interview was to examine the…
Turkish Airlines pilot dies while flying plane in US A Turkish Airlines flight made an emergency landing in New York early Wednesday after the captain lost consciousness midflight and died, an airline spokesman said in a statement. Yahya Ustun, senior vice president for media relations, said on X that Ilcehin Pehlivan, 59, did not respond…
I have always admired Mr Malusi Gigaba, a prominent South African politician, for his thought-provoking speeches. His ability to connect with the audience and convey important messages is truly remarkable. The speech Mr. Gigaba delivered at the Association of Yorubas in Diaspora – South Africa (AYIDSA) Heritage Day celebration was particularly impactful, serving as a…
Criminal networks use Telegram for illegal activities — UN Criminal networks from Southeast Asia are extensively utilizing the messaging app Telegram, fundamentally changing the landscape of organized crime, according to a report released by the United Nations on Monday. The report follows recent allegations against Telegram’s CEO, Pavel Durov, who was charged in France for…
South Africa’s GNU faces an uphill battle on migration policy By Margaret Monyani & Mmabatho Mongae Can SA’s government of national unity reconcile its members’ competing interests and achieve a pragmatic, unified approach? Migration has become a critical issue in South Africa’s political discourse. The country has adopted progressive asylum and migration policies, but…
Greetings from the September Jollof x Amapiano Diary Series issue, exploring Nigeria and South Africa. This month, we’re examining the Heritage Day festivities of the Yoruba community in South Africa. South Africa marks Heritage Month each September, honouring its diverse cultures and rich traditions since September 24, 1995. Every year, a new theme and tagline…
