The video showing a rain storm of blocks in Benin City is MISLEADING. There’s no confirmed record of hailstorm in Benin City, evidence shows that the video is from India.
Has Tanzania Raised The Legal Age Of Marriage To 30?
The claim that Tanzania has raised the legal age of marriage to 30 is FALSE. Current debates in Tanzania advocate for raising the minimum marriage age to 18 and ending child marriage, not delaying legal marriage until age 30.
Did Zulu Women Stage A Bra Protest Protecting Their Nigerian And Zimbabwean Husbands?
The image is MISLEADING, as it is from a 2022 protest, organised by an anti-foreigners movement, Operation Dudula in South Africa.
The Iranian War and Its Impact on Africa
The war involving Iran and its regional rivals is centered in the Middle East, but its effects are felt far beyond the region, including across Africa. The continent is particularly vulnerable because of its reliance on global energy markets, shipping routes, and foreign trade.
Is Burkina Faso’s Textile Factory Producing Military Uniforms?
The claim that Burkina Faso’s TEXFORCES-BF factory has started local production of military uniforms, is MISLEADING. The factory’s foundation has been laid as part of a longer-term project, but it is not yet operational.
Is Prostitution Illegal in Nigeria? Here’s What The Constitution and Laws Say
Nigeria does not have a single, uniform rule criminalising prostitution nationwide. Instead, the legal position depends on a combination of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Criminal Code, the Penal Code, and regional legal systems like Sharia law.
Did Ghana Record 7.5 Percent Economic Growth In January 2026?
The claim that Ghana’s economy grew up to 7.5% in January 2026, moving closer to overtake Angola, ranked 7th best economy in Africa, and 65th in the world, is FALSE.
Has Ghana Replaced Visa And Mastercard With Its Own Payment System?
Has Ghana Replaced Visa And Mastercard With Its Own Payment System? On April 1, 2026 an X user, @GBX_Press claimed that Ghana had stopped using Visa and Mastercard payment infrastructure, switching entirely to its own infrastructure which has been integrated into the country’s national identity card. The post had image of Ghana president holding a […]
Why African Countries Cannot Develop Nuclear Weapons
The idea that African countries could develop nuclear weapons often comes up in discussions about global power and security. However, multiple legal, political, economic, and technical barriers make this extremely difficult.
Was There A Military Coup In Burundi?
Was There A Military Coup In Burundi? On April 1, 2026 an X user @cecild84 made a claim that a violent coup d’état was actively taking place in Burundi, with the military allegedly moving to seize control of the capital, Bujumbura. The post had an image showing explosion, with the caption “JUST IN: Very violent […]
