July 2024 – All the News You Missed

July was a packed month on Duma Travel News. We covered everything from a high‑profile airstrike in the Middle East to surprise twists at the Paris Olympics. If you skimmed headlines, here’s a quick rundown so you don’t feel left out.

Politics & Conflict

One of the biggest shocks came when an Israeli airstrike targeted Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran, sparking worldwide outrage and raising the stakes in the region. In South Africa, former president Jacob Zuma was expelled from the ANC after he backed a rival party ahead of the 2024 elections, reigniting debates about corruption and party loyalty.

Across the continent, Kenya felt a 4.6 magnitude tremor that rattled Nairobi and sparked fears of building damage. Meanwhile, Nigeria’s First Lady Oluremi Tinubu visited the Saraki family in Lagos, showing solidarity after a personal tragedy. In Kenya, Raila Junior’s online jab at President Ruto’s youth dialogue sparked a heated back‑and‑forth on social media.

On the economic front, the Public Service Commission announced over 100 government jobs, offering a rare chance for job seekers. Nigeria’s NELFUND opened student loan applications for 36 state universities, aiming to boost higher‑education access.

Sports & Culture

The Paris Olympics stole the spotlight with a rain‑delayed men’s street skateboarding event and a massive rail‑network attack just before the opening ceremony. Despite the chaos, the Games rolled on and athletes like Simone Biles qualified for every gymnastics final, confirming her status as a legend.

Soccer fans cheered the Euro 2024 final preview – Spain vs England in Berlin – and followed Copa America drama where Colombia secured a final berth over Uruguay. In cricket, India’s tour of Zimbabwe kicked off with a tight T20I win for the hosts, marking Shubman Gill’s debut as captain.

Rugby lovers remembered the nail‑biting All Blacks vs England clash at Eden Park, while tennis watchers noted Emma Navarro’s upset over Naomi Osaka at Wimbledon. On the entertainment side, Netflix’s Cobra Kai season 6 dropped new twists, and New Hope’s outdoor movie nights brought communities together under the stars.

Business news wasn’t quiet either. Trump Media’s stock plunged 39% after crypto‑related woes, and Vox Royalty gave updates on gold projects in Australia. Fashion buzz swirled around Awake NY’s Michelle Obama‑endorsed t‑shirts, sparking political conversations ahead of the U.S. election.

That’s the July roundup in a nutshell – a mix of conflict, politics, sport, and culture that kept readers glued to our site. Missed a story? Dive back into the archive for the full articles and stay ahead of the next big headline.