A prominent DR Congo journalist was released from prison late Tuesday after spending six months behind bars, a colleague announced. Issued on: 20/03/2024 – 00:00 1 min Stanis Bujakera, 33, was sentenced Monday to six months in prison for allegedly incriminating in an article the country’s military intelligence in the murder of an opposition politician, Cherubin Okende.He was detained in September and held in pre-trial custody.The unsigned story was published in the Jeune Afrique magazine and based on an alleged confidential memo from a separate intelligence agency. Congolese authorities have said the memo is a fake.Although Bujakera’s lawyer earlier on…
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Home » Spanish Learning Resources » Video » 14 Spanish Vloggers to Get You Hooked and Keep You Entertained in 2024 If you’re a fan of YouTube, you probably already know what a vlogger is. If not, let’s clear the air. A vlogger is the protagonist and creator of a vlog—or video log—who uploads posts to their social media platforms in video form. Watching Spanish YouTube channels is a great way to be entertained while also practicing Spanish! Read on to discover 14 popular Spanish vloggers from all across the Spanish-speaking world! Contents Download: This blog post is available as…
Narnu Farm Family Holiday Accommodation Narnu Farm offers a magical farm stay experience for the whole family set in a spacious, picturesque rural setting with rolling green paddocks and towering pine trees. Located on Hindmarsh Island only one hour from Adelaide, Narnu Farm offers twice daily animal feeding sessions where guests can get up close and personal with adorable and friendly farm animals. Enjoy bottle feeding calves, lambs, and kids, collecting eggs, meeting Michael and Angelo the pigs and holding chicks and guinea pigs. Guests can also have some good old fashion fun with Farmer games including sack race, gumboot…
Gambian lawmakers have voted to advance a measure revoking a ban on female genital cutting by removing legal protections for millions of girls, raising fears that other countries could follow suit.Of the 47 members of the Gambia National Assembly present on Monday, 42 voted to send a bill to overturn the ban onward to a committee for consideration before a final vote. Human rights experts, lawyers and women’s and girls’ rights campaigners say that overturning the ban would undo decades of work to end female genital cutting, a centuries-old ritual tied up in ideas of sexual purity, obedience and control.If…
Home » Spanish Vocabulary » 75 Spanish Words About School to Jump-start Your Learning (Plus Example Sentences) I love school. There, I’ve said it. And, I’m not kidding. I love school a whole lot! And the truth is, so do a lot of people. In this post, I’ve compiled a list of 75 essential Spanish words about school to get you started. Let’s check them out! Contents Download: This blog post is available as a convenient and portable PDF that you can take anywhere. Click here to get a copy. (Download) Basic Spanish School Words Before I start, an…
Glanville Hall Pre-Easter Twilight Market! Relax on the lawns of beautiful Glanville Hall on Friday 22 March from 4.30-8.30pm and enjoy live entertainment, wood-fired pizzas, street foods, a full bar and browse more than 30 incredible market stalls. The Easter Bunny will also be making a special appearance for the kids! There’s plenty of room for the kids to sprawl out on the grass and there’s FREE face painting from 5.30 – 7.30pm. FIND OUT MORE HERE For more information and all enquiries please visit the Glanville Hall website What: Glanville Hall Pre-Easter Twilight Market! When: Friday 22…
Work, chores, school, and endless responsibilities can make families lose precious moments together. Hence, vacations are essential for family bonding and creating lifelong memories. While the desire to take frequent trips with your spouse and kids is strong, financial constraints often pose a challenge. However, the secret to a fulfilling family vacation lies not in extravagant spending but in smart planning. For instance, choosing a local yet renowned tourist spot like Gatlinburg is an excellent start. With the right strategies, a budget-friendly yet enjoyable vacation is well within reach. Here’s how you can manage to go on frequent trips with the…
Niger’s government announced on Saturday that it was breaking off “with immediate effect” its military cooperation agreement with the United States. Issued on: 17/03/2024 – 07:12 1 min The declaration came just a day after a senior US delegation left Niger, following a three-day visit to renew contact with the military junta that ousted the president and moved closer to Russia.The statement said the government had decided to “denounce with immediate effect” the agreement relating to US military and civilian employees of the US Department of Defense inside Niger. It was read out Saturday evening on national television. US State Department spokesman…
Home » Spanish Vocabulary » 50 Essential Legal Terms from Spanish to English to Totally Rule in the Courtroom No matter what part of the legal arena you favor, learning Spanish will help you. Sure, you might also need years of schooling in law, paralegal studies or a related field, but Spanish can be that extra skill that sets you apart—sort of like the cherry on top of your legal sundae. But let’s get started the right way with 50 common terms every legal professional needs to know! Contents Download: This blog post is available as a convenient and portable…
FREE Easter Market Trail for Kids at the Adelaide Central Market. Trading is extended until 7pm on Easter Thursday, with free family activities including an Easter Market Trail for kids. Hop into the Market for a FREE kids Easter Market Trail and collect some Easter goodies including chocolate, sweet treats, flavoured milk and a little something for the Easter bunny. Places are limited and bookings are essential. On the day all you need to do is: 1. Collect your bag and map anytime between 4.30pm and 6.30pm on Thursday 28 March 2024 from The Market Stall (bookings required, limited walk…