Former Kenyan Deputy President Gachagua Repeats Claims of Assassination Attempts, Demands Security
By Peter Halima Nairobi, Kenya - Former Kenyan Vice President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly and repeatedly claimed his life is in danger, alleging a series of attacks and assassination attempts dating…
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South Africa: MK Party Sacks Secretary-General Over Visit to Fugitive Pastor Bushiri
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Palestinian Indicted for Allegedly Threatening Israeli Finance Minister and Samaria Council Head
By Mohamed Ghani Tel Aviv, Israel -- Raden Hassan, a 47-year-old Palestinian resident of Qusra, near Shechem (Nablus), has been…
U.S. Tourism Faces $12.5 Billion Loss as Foreign Visitors Stay Away
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UN Envoy Holds Talks with Congolese Rebels, Claims Desire for Peaceful Solution
By Simba Munyua Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo - The head of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic…
Nairobi Businesses Count Losses as Protests Disrupt City for Second Day
By Peter Halima Nairobi, Kenya - Business owners in Nairobi are counting their losses after a second day of anti-government protests…
US Pivots to Trade-Focused Africa Strategy, But Where Does Liberia Fit In?
By Emmanuel Sikena Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire - In a significant policy shift, the United States is placing trade and investment at…
The Implications of Trump’s Return to Power for The EU and The Balkans
It is presumptuous to state with absolute certainty what policy Trump might pursue concerning the EU and the Balkan states,…
Polish freestyler Godziek makes mountain biking history on moving train
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Formal Tribute to Honorable John T. Woods
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Serbia’s Massive Protest—Challenges and Opportunities for Vučić
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Air Canada strike: As intervention calls grow, ‘we’re not going to do that,’ Trudeau says
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Osimhen’s Wage Demands Could Hinder Potential Manchester United Move
By Esther Edoh Manchester, England - Manchester United's pursuit of a prolific striker this summer could face a significant hurdle if…
Mano River Union (MRU) Subregion Faces Development Headwinds as Skill Gaps Hamper Growth
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Sierra Leone Gears Up for 2027? Kandeh Yumkella – David Sengeh Joint Ticket Sparks Speculation as Potential Bio Successors
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Somaliland opposition leader Abdullahi wins presidential election
The opposition leader of the self-declared republic of Somaliland, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, commonly known as Irro, has won the territory’s…
“Wantam!” Kioni Declares Ruto Will Lose 2027 Election, Accuses Government of Empty Promises
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Ghana at Electoral Crossroad for President and Parliamentary Seats
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Mano River Union (MRU) Subregion Faces Development Headwinds as Skill Gaps Hamper Growth
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Williams Urges African Governments to Empower Private Sector for Accelerated Development
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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
By Abu Hassan Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has approved a significant exercise of the presidential prerogative of mercy, granting pardons to 175 individuals, including Nigeria's revered nationalist, Herbert Macaulay,…
FIFA Investment in African Football Surpasses $1 Billion, Infantino Announces in Kinshasa
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Liberia Gears Up for Extensive Infrastructure Push, Civil Works to Commence October 15
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Rehabilitation a Priority as President Boakai Mobilizes Nation in Anti-Drug Fight, Equips LDEA with New Fleet
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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
By James Vusi Polokwane, South Africa - In a chilling account that has sent shockwaves through South Africa, a farm worker has testified in court detailing how he was allegedly forced…
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
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