Trump Advisor Clarifies US Position on Western Sahara After Initial Remarks
By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - Massad Boulos, special advisor to President Donald Trump on African affairs, has clarified the U.S. position regarding the Western Sahara, following initial comments that sparked…
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UN Deputy Chief Urges ‘Bold Action’ to Transform Food Systems Amid Global Crises at Addis Ababa Summit
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Liberia: President Boakai Faces Crucial Chief Justice Choice as Youh’s Retirement Looms
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Kandeh Yumkella: The Perennial Question Mark in SLPP’s 2028 Presidential Race
By Emmanuel Sikena Freetown, Sierra Leone – With exactly two years remaining until Sierra Leoneans head to the polls, the ruling…
Tanzania’s Protectionist Trade Ban Sparks Regional Row, Drawing Kenyan Ire
By Peter Halima Dar es Salaam, Tanzania/Nairobi, Kenya – Tanzania has ignited a fresh diplomatic and economic row within the East…
Formal Tribute to Honorable John T. Woods
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Power Struggle in Liberian Legislature Fuels Investor Uncertainty
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Trump’s Budget Cuts—A Gamble That Will Sow Global Chaos
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Children in the Crosshairs as Trump Administration Escalates Immigration Crackdown
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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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Mozambique Officially Joins African Continental Free Trade Area, Eyes Economic Boost
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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
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Aliko Dangote Retires as Chairman of Dangote Sugar Refinery After 20 Years
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Persistent Liberian Legislative Infighting Cripples Governance Amidst Widespread Hardship
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Agenda ni kutoa wewe”: Gachagua Fires Back at Ruto, Declares 2027 Ouster Priority
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Williams Urges African Governments to Empower Private Sector for Accelerated Development
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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
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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
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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
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