Ghana Officially Backs Morocco’s Sahara Autonomy Plan, Strengthening Ties in Rabat
By Mohamed Ghani RABAT, MOROCCO - In a significant shift in foreign policy, Ghana has officially announced its support for Morocco's autonomy plan for the Western Sahara, describing it as the…
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African Cardinals Emerge as Potential Successors to the late Pope Francis
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Raila Odinga Calls for Patience as Kenyans Await 2027 Elections
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EU and Nigeria Deepen Cooperation to Combat Transnational Crime
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DR Congo and Rwanda Push for Ceasefire in Doha Talks
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DRC President Commutes Death Sentences of Three Americans Convicted in Coup Attempt
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Ruto Unveils CBK-Funded Police Housing in Nairobi, Promises 20% Affordable Housing Allocation for Disciplined Forces
By Peter Halima Nairobi, Kenya - President William Ruto officially inaugurated a modern 210-unit police housing complex in Nairobi's Industrial Area…
African Climate Platform Demands Justice and Equity in Landmark Petition to African Court
By Daniel Niyongabo Arusha, Tanzania - The African Climate Platform (ACP), a coalition of African civil society groups, submitted a landmark…
Mali Begins Construction of Russian-Backed Gold Refinery, Asserting “Economic Sovereignty”
By Lamin Guèye Senou, Mali - Mali has commenced the construction of a major gold refinery in partnership with Russian conglomerate,…
South Africa: MK Party Sacks Secretary-General Over Visit to Fugitive Pastor Bushiri
By Mohamed Ghani Johannesburg, South Africa - The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party has removed Floyd Shivambu from his position as secretary-general,…
Liberian Ambassador Joseph F. Johnson Begins Tenure in Morocco with Diplomatic Outreach
By Mohammed Ghani Rabat, Morocco - H.E. Joseph F. Johnson, the newly appointed Ambassador of Liberia to the Kingdom of…
Formal Tribute to Honorable John T. Woods
By J. Wendell Addy A true patriot is one who consistently places the interests of their country above personal gain…
Countering the rising scourge of terrorism
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Serbia’s Massive Protest—Challenges and Opportunities for Vučić
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Power Struggle in Liberian Legislature Fuels Investor Uncertainty
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Liberia Eyes Transformation into West African Hub for Finance, Business, and Technology
By Peter Halima Monrovia, Liberia - Ambitious plans are gaining momentum to transform Liberia into a leading financial, business, and technology…
Outgoing AfDB President Adesina Blasts Complacency: “If You Don’t Want to Be a Minister, Don’t Ask for the Job!”
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Air Canada strike: As intervention calls grow, ‘we’re not going to do that,’ Trudeau says
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Mozambique Officially Joins African Continental Free Trade Area, Eyes Economic Boost
By Samuel Njoroje Beira, Mozambique - Prime Minister Benvinda Levi officially launched Mozambique's participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area…
Kenya Engaged Qatar to Create and Offer Over 200,000 Job Opportunities for Its Citizens
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Trump Wins 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, As Kamala Harris Concedes with Grace and Civility
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Can Cummings Rewrite His Story? Liberia Eyes a Familiar Face as 2029 Approaches
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Ghana: Can Bawumia Rise Again? Questions Swirl Around Former VP’s Political Future
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Tanzania’s Democracy Under Threat as Main Opposition Party Banned from Election
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Formal Tribute to Honorable John T. Woods
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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
By Esther Edoh Freetown, Sierra Leone – As President Julius Maada Bio nears the end of his second and final term, Sierra Leone stands at a critical juncture, reflecting on a…
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
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…