Dangote Makes Major Play in Kenyan Tourism, Acquires Pollman’s Tours for KSh 4 Billion
By Patrice Katuma Nairobi, Kenya - Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest man with a staggering net worth of $23.9 billion (KSh 3.09 trillion) as of March 2025, has significantly expanded his investment…
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Mali Junta Arrests Dozens of Soldiers Over Alleged Coup Plot
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Odinga Denied Access to South Sudan’s Riek Machar Under House Arrest Amidst Investigation
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Courtroom Erupts in Tears as Details Emerge in Case of South African Girl Sold by Mother
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Nigerian Women Still Denied Inheritance Despite Supreme Court Ruling
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United States Withdraws From UNESCO Again, Citing Anti-Israel Bias
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US Senator Risch Sounds Alarm Over Surge in Abductions and Torture in East Africa
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Odinga Denied Access to South Sudan’s Riek Machar Under House Arrest Amidst Investigation
ENTEBBE, UGANDA - Raila Odinga, Kenya's Special Envoy to South Sudan, revealed that he was denied access to meet with South…
Historic DR Congo-M23 Peace Deal Brokered by Qatar Wins Global Acclaim
By Peter Halima DOHA, QATAR – A pivotal breakthrough in the Democratic Republic of Congo's protracted conflict was achieved Saturday, as…
Liberia: President Boakai Demands Answers After RIA Power Outage Sparks Fury
By David Mansaray – Reporting from Freetown, Sierra Leone Monrovia, Liberia – Liberian President Joseph Nyumah Boakai has reportedly expressed outrage…
Liberia Mourns the Loss of Honorable John T. Woods, Remembered as a True Patriot
By Sara Camara Monrovia, Liberia - Liberia is in mourning following the passing of the Honorable John T. Woods, a man…
Greta Thunberg Joins ‘Freedom Flotilla’ Aid Ship Sailing to Gaza
By Jeffrey Stein Catania, Italy - Climate activist Greta Thunberg and eleven other activists embarked on a journey to Gaza on…
Citizen Insecurity in Latin American Nations
By G. Al Smith The concept of security in modern society involves a vast range of challenges and complications, going…
The Implications of Trump’s Return to Power for The EU and The Balkans
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Trump’s Budget Cuts—A Gamble That Will Sow Global Chaos
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Williams calls for a reawakening of West African nations in addressing unemployment, workforce development and industry innovation
FREETOWN - A known labor market policy and programs professional has called on countries in Western Africa to focus on…
Kenyan Manufacturers and Service Sector Shed Jobs Amidst Economic Headwinds
By Peter Halima Nairobi, Kenya - Kenya's economic struggles are taking a toll on the job market, with over 20% of…
Liberia Launches Computer-Based Testing Center to Revolutionize Civil Service Recruitment
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Polish freestyler Godziek makes mountain biking history on moving train
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Zimbabwe’s Presidential aspirant rolls out 2028 campaign
Story by Reporter Problem Masau Harare - A Zimbabwe’s Presidential aspirant Peter Munyanduri is campaigning for the 2028 elections in…
Agenda ni kutoa wewe”: Gachagua Fires Back at Ruto, Declares 2027 Ouster Priority
By Peter Halima Tseikuru, Kenya - Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a scathing attack on President William Ruto, declaring…
Cruz Warns Trump’s Tariffs Could Trigger Political “Bloodbath” in 2026
By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) has issued a stark warning regarding President Donald Trump's proposed reciprocal…
Can Cummings Rewrite His Story? Liberia Eyes a Familiar Face as 2029 Approaches
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Liberia: GAC Audit Reveals US$6.7 Million Misappropriation by LRA Amidst Poverty
By Emmanuel Sikena Monrovia, Liberia - A bombshell compliance audit conducted by the General Auditing Commission (GAC) has uncovered the misappropriation of a staggering US$6.7 million by the Liberia Revenue Authority…
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
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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
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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
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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
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…