Growing Chorus in Nigeria Yearns for Change, Driven by Peter Obi’s Leadership Vision
By Abu Hassan LAGOS, Nigeria - As Nigeria gears up for the next round of elections in February 2027, a palpable sense of urgency and a growing desire for change are…
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African Labor Ministries Called Upon to Prioritize Job Creation to Combat Forced Migration and Youth Poverty Crisis
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Liberia’s Public Works Minister Giddings Recognized as High-Performing Cabinet Official
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Morocco Condemns Israeli Actions in Occupied Palestinian Territories at Geneva Human Rights Council
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Somaliland Rejects Somalia’s Offer to Hand Over Key Port to US, Citing Sovereignty
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Karua Enters Uganda “Without a Hitch” After Tanzania Ban
By Samuel Njoroge Kampala, Uganda - Just two days after being deported from Tanzania, People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha…
Elon Musk Breaks with Trump, Slams President’s “Big, Beautiful Bill”
By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - In a significant fracture of a once-close alliance, Elon Musk has publicly criticized President Donald…
Angola Bars Entry to Opposition Leaders, Stirring Controversy
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UN-Habitat Assembly Adopts Strategic Plan to Combat Global Housing Crisis
By Peter Halima Nairobi, Kenya - The United Nations Habitat Assembly concluded its resumed second session in Nairobi, Kenya, with the…
Paynesville City Corporation (PCC) Makes Significant Donation to Liberian Muslim Community; Mayor Bestman Emphasizes City Responsibility
Paynesville City, Liberia - The Paynesville City Corporation (PCC) recently delivered a substantial donation to the Muslim community in Liberia, a…
Formal Tribute to Honorable John T. Woods
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Global Markets Stumble as Israeli Airstrikes Intensify, Risk Aversion Rises
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Iran’s Predicaments in the Wake of Nasrallah’s Assassination
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West Africa Faces Growing Pressure over Corruption, Youth Unemployment, and Poverty Amidst Disparities in Wealth, Concerns Raised in Washington DC
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Williams calls for a reawakening of West African nations in addressing unemployment, workforce development and industry innovation
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Osimhen’s Wage Demands Could Hinder Potential Manchester United Move
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Trump Wins 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, As Kamala Harris Concedes with Grace and Civility
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Zimbabwe’s Presidential aspirant rolls out 2028 campaign
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Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza Rocked as Kiraitu Murungi’s ‘Mbus’ Party Announces Dramatic Exit
By Daniel Niyongabo Nairobi, Kenya - President William Ruto's Kenya Kwanza alliance has suffered a significant blow with the Devolution Empowerment…
Patrice Motsepe Re-Elected as CAF President: A Boost for Soccer in Africa
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Hungary Withdraws from International Criminal Court, Citing Loss of Impartiality
By Jeffrey Stein Budapest, Hungary - The Hungarian parliament has voted to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The…
Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Fatima Maada Bio, rumored to be Considering a Presidential Run in 2027
By Sara Camara FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE - As Sierra Leone gears up for the 2027 political process, marking the end of President Julius Maada Bio's final term, speculation is rife about…
Williams Urges African Governments to Empower Private Sector for Accelerated Development
By Emily Sims SEOUL, South Korea - In a compelling address, respected labor market specialist and public policy professional Jones N. Williams has urged African governments to fundamentally re-evaluate their…
Julius Maada Bio’s Legacy: A President Torn Between Progress and Peril in Sierra Leone
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President Tinubu Grants Landmark Presidential Pardon to Herbert Macaulay, 174 Others
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FIFA Investment in African Football Surpasses $1 Billion, Infantino Announces in Kinshasa
By Patrice Katuma KINSHASA, DRC – FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced last week that the organization's financial commitment to African football has exceeded $1 billion since the launch of the FIFA…
Liberia Gears Up for Extensive Infrastructure Push, Civil Works to Commence October 15
By Sara Camara MONROVIA, Liberia – Liberia's Ministry of Public Works is set to launch a nationwide offensive on dilapidated road infrastructure, announcing October 15th as the official commencement date for…
Rehabilitation a Priority as President Boakai Mobilizes Nation in Anti-Drug Fight, Equips LDEA with New Fleet
By Sara Camera MONROVIA, LIBERIA – Liberian President Joseph Boakai has called for a radical shift in the national strategy against drug abuse and trafficking, urging every citizen to take active…
Millions Still Trapped in Poverty Despite Nigeria’s Economic Gains
By Emmanuel Sikena Abuja, Nigeria - Despite a Nigerian economy showing signs of stabilization and bolstered by abundant natural resources, a staggering number of citizens remain ensnared in poverty, according to…
Horrific Allegations Emerge in South African Court: Farm Workers Forced to Feed Murdered Women to Pigs
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Madagascar President Claims Illegal Power Seizure Underway Amid Escalating Dissatisfaction and Military Rebuke
By Peter Halima Antananarivo, Madagascar – The office of Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has issued a dramatic statement claiming that an attempt to seize power illegally and unconstitutionally is currently underway…
Cameroon Grapples with Age-Old Leadership as Nonagenarian President Seeks Eighth Term Amidst Youthful Discontent
By Isaac Okoro Yaoundé, Cameroon – As Cameroon heads to the polls this Sunday for its presidential election, the nation faces a stark generational divide. At the forefront of the race…