A short street performance by two young boys is drawing global attention, showcasing how raw talent and creativity can thrive far beyond recording studios and concert halls.

In the widely shared clip, the boys use nothing more than their voices and an empty plastic bottle to create a layered, rhythmic performance.

One taps the bottle to keep time, transforming it into percussion, while both weave vocal patterns that carry emotion, timing and musical instinct. There are no microphones, no sound effects and no visible stage—just improvisation and natural ability.

Viewers have been struck not only by the quality of the sound, but by what it represents. The performance is a reminder that music often begins in communities, on street corners and in informal spaces where imagination substitutes for expensive equipment.

It reflects a long tradition across Africa and the wider Global South, where everyday objects are repurposed into instruments and oral expression remains central to musical culture.

Cultural observers note that such moments highlight the gap between formal music industries and grassroots creativity.

While studios and streaming platforms dominate modern distribution, performances like this point to a deeper truth: some of the most compelling artistry emerges without commercial backing, driven purely by instinct, emotion and the desire to be heard.

For many viewers, the boys’ performance is not just entertainment but a powerful illustration of how creativity survives and flourishes, even in the absence of resources.

A video circulating widely on X and other platforms has pushed President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo into an unwelcome global spotlight.

A newly built $2.2 million footbridge collapsed during its inauguration, just moments after he stepped on it.

The stunning footage shows a man walking across the bridge without incident, followed by the President and a crowd of supporters.

As Tshisekedi approached the far end, the bridge suddenly gave way. An aide pulled him back to safety, while several people behind him tumbled into the stream below.

No serious injuries were reported, but the political fallout has been swift.

Online outrage escalated after claims surfaced that the construction company behind the project is linked to one of the president’s relatives. The allegation—shared in countless reposts, memes, and commentary threads—has put scrutiny on procurement standards and rekindled long-standing criticism over government transparency.

The Congolese government has not issued an official response or denial since the clip went viral.

Social media users across Africa and beyond have framed the incident as symbolic of deeper governance challenges.

For many, the collapse was more than an engineering failure—it was a metaphor for public frustration over accountability and alleged conflicts of interest within political leadership.

A horrifying dashcam video circulating online has captured the moment a 26-year-old Kenyan taxi driver working in Dubai was violently assaulted by a passenger.

The driver’s family says the attack nearly cost the young man his life and has since been met with silence from his employer.

The driver, identified as Brian, had been in Dubai for barely two months when the incident occurred. What began as a routine ride turned into a terrifying struggle for survival inside his own vehicle.

A Ride That Turned Violent Within Minutes

The video shows the passenger entering the taxi, briefly speaking with Brian before choosing a back-left seat. Moments later, he shifts to sit directly behind the driver. The atmosphere changes immediately: the man begins touching Brian’s chest and shoulders inappropriately.

Visibly shaken yet trying to stay composed behind the wheel, Brian grabs one of the man’s hands with his free hand.

“Don’t hold me, I’m driving. Please, why are you holding me?” he asks, clearly distressed. He repeatedly tells the passenger he is not interested and urges him to stop.

Instead of backing off, the man becomes aggressive. The passenger suddenly grabs Brian by the neck and begins choking him from behind.

“Can you shut up!” — Panic as Brian Fights for His Life

As Brian screams, he loses control of the steering wheel, desperately trying to pry the attacker’s hands off his throat.

“You want to die? Can you shut up!” the attacker yells, tightening his grip.

In an act of sheer panic and survival, Brian honks the car horn using his feet, attempting to alert other motorists.

He eventually manages to escape the vehicle, stumbling out and shouting for help.

“He wants to kill me! Call the police, this man wants to kill me!” he screams in the footage — a moment that has left viewers shaken.

Unfazed, the passenger casually moves into the driver’s seat and drives off in the stolen taxi.

Family Says No Support From Employer

Brian was taken to the hospital shortly after reporting the incident to Dubai authorities. But his family in Kenya says they have received little information about the investigation and accuse his employer of refusing to assist with medical bills or support the legal process.

They say their son left Kenya for Dubai in search of better opportunities — not to be abandoned after a near-fatal attack captured on camera.

Calls for Accountability Grow

The video, now widely shared across African platforms, has sparked outrage among Kenyans and the wider East African diaspora. Many are demanding that Dubai authorities and the taxi company ensure the attacker is held accountable and that Brian receives the support he is owed.

Cases involving migrant workers facing violence or employer neglect have drawn increasing international scrutiny, and advocates say Brian’s ordeal highlights ongoing vulnerabilities for African workers across the Gulf region.

For now, Brian’s family is pleading for justice — and for someone to take responsibility before the case fades from public attention.