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Nigeria’s Saglev to assemble 18-seater electric vans locally, targeting up to 2,500 vehicles a year.
Kenya’s Rideence Africa, with AVA, to begin local EV taxi and minibus assembly from Chinese kits.
Kenya’s AVA and Rideence claim the new line proves Kenya can assemble EVs locally at scale.
African EVs rely on pay-as-you-drive and lease-to-own models to ease financing.
Africa currently has about 30,000 EVs amid a vast population of gas and diesel vehicles.
Charging costs for EVs in Africa are still a consideration for operators.
Nigeria’s Saglev is a joint venture between Stallion Group and Sokon Motor.
Kenya’s AVA MD Matt Lloyd notes Kenya can assemble EVs locally at scale.
Kenya aims to produce EVs locally to support regional markets and reduce fuel costs.
Expanded local EV manufacturing is part of broader Africa mobility strategy.
The push includes plans for solar-powered charging infrastructure.

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A Lagos wedding featured Torera Sotinwa performing a full, Nigerian heritage-inspired first dance with backup dancers.
Kristy Lau and Vincent Cheng amazed guests with a first dance that included singing and a staged production.
Vanessa Lau and Mike Pan staged a Frozen-inspired performance with spotlights and dry ice at a Toronto wedding.
Leilah Rosen and Josh Ehrlich organized a musical theatre number and a flash mob for their August 2025 White Plains wedding.
Elizabeth Bohnslav and Jeremy Carr incorporated Mario Kart gameplay into their reception, steering away from traditional dancing.
Industry experts emphasize rehearsals and collaboration with choreographers to pull off a cohesive show.
Experts suggest allowing guests to participate to enhance the memorable experience.
The trend positions the first dance as a theatrical moment rather than a standard moment.
Wedding planners advise tailoring performances to reflect each couple’s relationship and heritage.

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Christians worldwide observe Ash Wednesday, opening the 40-day Lenten season with ashes and prayers.
Masses in Bogota and Lagos symbolized the start of Lent with ashes and prayers at Catholic churches.
Pope and clergy were depicted in Rome as Lent began with processions and Masses.
Ash services also took place in New York, with clergy blessing ashes for believers at public and church venues.
Nuns and parishioners in Lagos participated in Ash Wednesday Mass at the Assumption Falomo church.
Believers in Manila observed Ash Wednesday rites at the Redemptorist Church as Lent began.
Across the United States, congregations marked Ash Wednesday with Masses and ashes at multiple venues.
The observance underscores penitence and reflection ahead of Easter for practicing Catholics.
The AP photo gallery gathers scenes from cities including Rome, Mexico City, Bogota, Lagos, Manila, and New York.
The gallery emphasizes Ash Wednesday activities as a shared religious observance across different cultures.

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