Today in Africa — October 16, 2025: Four Killed at Raila Odinga Memorial, Joseph Kabila Resurfaces in Kenya, Madagascar’s Junta Defies African Union Suspension

Every day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check...

SADC electoral observation mission arrives

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Southern African Development Community (SADC) Electoral Observation Mission (SEOM) has arrived in Tanzania ahead of the General Election scheduled for October 29, 2025, underscoring the regional bloc’s commitment to promoting...

FBR tracks influencers to uncover undeclared assets worth millions

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has identified over 20 individuals whose luxurious lifestyles on social media, including frequent international trips and high-end vehicles, do not match their declared incomes and assets. According to the FBR’s...

A perfumer’s secret for a home that always smells beautiful – no candle required

We’ve long been in the habit of fragrancing our homes. From the baked-bread trick beloved by estate agents to flinging open the windows when the grass is freshly cut, there’s no escaping our cultural pull towards curating how our homes smell. For...

Andrew Cuomo Desperately Turns To Crypto To Beat Zohran Mamdani

Former New York Governor and current mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo is pledging to transform New York City into the global hub of the future. The remarks come only weeks after Eric Adams exited the race, leaving Cuomo as the only crypto-forward...

FBR lifestyle monitoring cell trains sights on 20 tax dodgers

ISLAMABAD: The FBR Lifestyle Monitoring Cell has detected over 20 cases of multimillion rupee assets, vehicles, frequent foreign visits and luxurious lifestyles but declaration of negligible assets in the income tax returns. There are three...

Frankfurt and Winter schedule 2025-2026: 81 airlines flying to 244 destinations in 96 Countries

Frankfurt Airport’s new Winter schedule will come into effect on October 26, coinciding with the end of daylight saving time in Germany. For the upcoming season, 81 airlines will offer flights to 244 destinations in 96 countries as of October...

FBR Goes After 20+ Social Media Influencers for Hiding Real Income

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has uncovered more than 20 cases where individuals flaunting luxury lifestyles on social media, including expensive cars and frequent international travel, have declared little to no income or assets in their tax...

Sea Turtles Rebounding Worldwide as Nests and Habitat are More Protected, Says 2025 NOAA Study

Olive ridley sea turtles nesting on Costa Rican beach – Credit: NOAA Fisheries / Michael Jensen Once hammered by overhunting and habitat loss, sea turtles have persevered with new protections and conservation efforts—and a new study has found...

FBR identifies over 20 tax evasion cases through lifestyle monitoring drive: report

The Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) Lifestyle Monitoring Cell has identified more than 20 cases involving undeclared multimillion-rupee assets, luxury vehicles, and frequent foreign travel by individuals who reported minimal income in their tax...

XS.com continues strategic expansion and secures prestigious UAE’s SCA license

XS.com, the global multi-asset fintech and financial services provider, is proud to announce it has secured a highly sought-after regulatory license from the Securities & Commodities Authority (SCA) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This...

OKX Singapore integrates GrabPay for stablecoin transactions

Seychelles-based cryptocurrency exchange OKX has introduced a stablecoin-powered payment service in Singapore, which will see its customers pay merchants through Grab’s payments platform using digital dollars. According to a press statement viewed...

Three Bahraini players reach quarterfinals at Asian U16 Tennis Championships

TDT | Manama Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com Three Bahraini players advanced to the quarterfinals of the Asian Tennis Federation Under-16 Championship, following a competitive round of 16 hosted by the Bahrain Tennis Federation. Top seed Ahmed Al...

Lomé Hosts BlueInvest Africa 2025 

(Togo First) - Lomé is hosting the third BlueInvest Africa Forum on October 15-16, 2025, an initiative by the European Commission held in partnership with the Togolese government. The event aims to connect investors and entrepreneurs in the blue...

What is chikungunya virus? Symptoms and advice after first case confirmed in New York

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Zanu PF Succession Wars Expose Rotten Core of “Zvigananda” Cartels

HARARE – Zanu PF is once again gripped by vicious infighting, as the ruling party’s succession battles spill into the open. At the centre of the storm is Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga’s offensive against politically connected business...

Madagascar coup: How Indian Ocean Region has become a ring of instability

The reported exfiltration of Madagascar’s once-reformist President Andry Rajoelina—which Paris is yet to confirm—following a coup by elite commandos of the nation’s military should raise concerns for India’s extended neighbourhood. The coup was...

Top visa-free destinations for Pakistanis: Updated list

Barbados Burundi Cambodia Cape Verde Islands Comoro Islands Cook Islands Djibouti Dominica Guinea-Bissau Haiti Kenya Madagascar Maldives Micronesia Montserrat Mozambique Nepal Niue Palau Islands Qatar Rwanda Samoa Senegal Seychelles Sierra Leone...

Goals, Glory, and Grit: Africa’s 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Reach Final Stretch

As Africa’s road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup nears its final two matchdays, the continent’s qualifying campaign has delivered drama, dazzling goals, and defensive masterclasses in equal measure. From stunning scorelines to remarkable unbeaten runs,...

Greenwashing Debt in the Galápagos Islands

The Galápagos Islands harbor some of the most unique ecosystems on the planet. Their isolated location in the middle of the Pacific Ocean has allowed species to evolve independently from their relatives on the mainland over millions of years....