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Five Moroccan beaches among 15 ‘Top Shrinking Destinations’ by 2100— Study

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1 year ago

July 24, 2023

A recent study conducted by travel website, Hawaiian Islands, has revealed that five beaches in Morocco will likely be among Africa’s top 15 most vulnerable coastal shoreline shrinkages by the year 2100.

The report noted that “as the world grapples with the gloomy reality of the climate crisis, coastal erosion is forecasted to hit several beaches worldwide, including Morocco, which finds itself at the forefront of the coastal crisis.”

Ranking the beaches likely to be affected by the shrinkage, the website said Morocco’s Taghazout Beach was expected to witness a loss of 172.4 meters of its shoreline, while Essaouira Beach, which ranks seventh on the list, is projected to shrink by 135.4 meters, followed by Sidi Bouzid Beach which faces an estimated shrinkage of 113.8 meters.

“Tanger’s iconic beach comes in the 14th spot with the threat of losing 73.5 meters of its coastline, while Saidia beach, the last on the list, is at risk of losing 69.4 meters of its shoreline.”

Accordingly, the report warned that two-thirds of beaches in the North African country were in danger of erosion, notably Tangier, which is forecasted to lose 99.9% of its port infrastructure and 63% of its industrial zone by 2100.

The report also revealed that four Nigerian beaches were in line to shrink as they account for more than half of the African tourist beaches likely to be worst hit by rising sea levels.

“Four Nigerian beaches are featured in this list, with the country’s Landmark Beach estimated to suffer the most significant loss of shoreline in Africa and worldwide (918.3 meters),” the study reveals.

“The second spot on Africa’s list went to Mozambique’s Praia Da Costa Do Sol beach, which is expected to lose 453.4 meters of shoreline. Nigeria’s Elegushi Beach is the third most vulnerable African beach on the list, predicted to shrink by 338 meters.”

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South African tavern owner kills seven, self in deadly mass shooting

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4 days ago

October 13, 2024

Isaac Dachen

A South African tavern owner has reportedly killed seven people, including a three-year-old child, in a mass shooting in Gauteng Province, before turning the gun on himself.

The provincial police spokesperson, Brigadier Brenda Muridili, who confirmed the incident, said it happened during the early hours of Sunday, October 13, in the Mokokotlong informal settlement and is being investigated by police in Orange Farms.

Muridili said the incident was stoked after one of the victims went to the local tavern to buy alcohol but he found that it was already closed.

“He (the victim) had an altercation with the tavern owner and went back home. It is alleged that the tavern owner followed him home where the family members were still celebrating after lobola negotiations. The tavern owner entered the house and opened fire on the family members.

“He shot and killed seven people including a three-year-old boy (five family members, a neighbour, and a friend).

“Four people survived the shooting, two of them, a 31-year-old and a one-year-old boy were taken to hospital with injuries while a 24-year-old woman and a four-year-old did not have injuries,” Muridili said.

Muridili said the tavern owner then drove back to his home in Evaton where he then turned the gun on himself and shot himself.

‘He was rushed to the hospital but died on arrival. The Provincial Serious and Violent Crimes Unit has registered seven counts of murder, three counts of attempted murder, and an inquest,” Muridili said.

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South African star Tyla grabs four MTV EMA nominations

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5 days ago

October 12, 2024

Isaac Dachen

2024 is definitely a good year for South African “Ampiano” star, Tyla, as she continues to shine on the global stage after receiving four nominations for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs).

Tyla, who already boasts of an incredible catalogue full of awards, has scooped a Grammy, a Billboard R&B Award, and an MTV Video Music Award (VMA).

She has also received five nominations for the South African Music Awards (SAMAs) and has more opportunities of scooping more awards with her latest nominations.

Tyla’s EMA nominations include Best New Artist, Best Afrobeats Artist, Best R&B Artist and Best African Act, making it her first-ever nomination for the EMAs.

Tyla who spoke on the new nominations, explained she was beyond grateful for the nominations and said it was “a dream come true to be recognised among such incredible artists.”

According to the South African, the “Water’ star has paved the way for African artists on the global stage, proven to be an inspiration for musicians across the continent, and been a key figure among African artists on the global stage.

“Tyla’s recognition in the Best Afrobeats category, in particular, is significant. It reflects the growing popularity of the genre globally, with artists like Burna Boy and Rema also nominated,” the entertainment platform wrote.

The EMAs will take place in Manchester on 10 November and fans can place their votes up until 6 November with Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, also nominated as “Best New Artist.”