Zambia jailed Chinese Cyber Crime Perpetrators

June 9th, 2024

African News

By Adejide

Zambia jailed Chinese Cyber Crime Perpetrators

Zambian magistrate court has announced long jail terms to 22 Chinese citizens for cyber- crimes.

The 22 convicts are members of internet fraud syndicate located in Roma, a suburb of Lusaka. The Chinese run company has been defrauding Zambians through laundering schemes.

Hence, authorities raided and arrested those in connection with the crime including dozens of Zambians after thorough investigation. The perpetrators pleaded guilty of computer related crimes after weeks of trials. The convicts were also fined between $1500 and $3000 each.

The group’s mastermind, Li Xianlin was slammed 11-years in prison while the only female convict Gu Tianjiao bagged seven years sentence.

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Rebels killed dozens over mineral deposits in DR Congo

A map showing areas under the attack of rebels; Beni and North Kivu in DR Congo

At least 45 locals have lost their lives in rapid attacks across villages in DR Congo.

The North Kivu province in DR Congo have experienced decades of attacks from armed groups over lucrative gold and mineral deposits which has decimated the region, forcing millions out of their homes.

The attacks are on villages surrounding the city of Beni, the worst raided was Mamove where lots of people have been killed and their properties stolen.

The residents are fleeing to secure areas as they fear the toll could rise anytime soon.

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William Ruto imposes more taxes on Kenyans

President Ruto enhances taxes on Kenyans as the cost of living continue to rise.

Mr Ruto is trying to convince the citizens that if they want better lives, they must be ready to pay more taxes in order to improve social services.

The President argued that Kenyans have been made to believe they pay higher taxes whereas the overall tax burden was lower compared to another African countries. Since the leader has been elected, he has introduced new taxes on Kenyans.

Now, they pay taxes on salaries, doubled fuel prices, pay higher housing levy and pay more on health insurance.

Today, this has raised eyebrows among Kenyans, many are angry that they are overburdened amid the rise in cost of living. Critics argued that Kenyans are over taxed, repressed, exploited and abused.

President William Ruto says Kenyans pay lesser tax compared to other African countries

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Marc Brys’s first win put Cameroon in pole position for The World Cup

First game, first win for Marc Brys as Cameroon tops world cup qualifying group after beating Cape Verde 4-1.

The Belgian appointment in April had exposed the conflict between FECAFOOT and Ministry of Sports in Cameroon. But, that does not affect the momentum by any means with the host country securing three emphatic points against their opponent.

The former African champion moved into full gear with Michael Ngadeu-Ngadjui opening the score line with a header in the 13th minute. Aboubakar doubled the lead in the 25th minute and Montero got 1 back for Cape Verde in the37th minute. Aboubakar slotted in from the spot for his brace in 44th minute before the half time. Nouhou put the game beyond reach with the fourth goal in the 54th minute of the game.

André Onana Onana saved a late penalty in the game to retain the score line as Cameroon moves to share top spot with Libya in the log. The winner of the group will automatically qualify for the next World Cup.

Andre Onana in goal for Cameroon

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Russia to send more military instructors to Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso soldiers are currently undergoing military training on sophisticated military operations with Russian instructors and more foreign instructors will be joining soon.

Russia Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov confirmed this on Wednesday during his short trip to the West African country.

“Russia instructors are working here, and their number will increase; at the same time, we are training members of the armed forces and law enforcement agencies of Burkina Faso in the Russian Federation,” Lavrov said in Ouagadougou.

Burkina Faso are currently enjoying military support from Russia with the supply of modern weapons and helping to train their armed forces at home and in Russia to strengthen their defence as promised under the leadership of Captain Ibrahim Traore.

Supporters of Burkina Faso military rule waving Russian flag

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