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President Boakai Taps Samuel Stevquoah for Pivotal Presidential Affairs Role

By Emmanuel Sikena Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph N. Boakai has announced the appointment of Samuel A. Stevquoah as Minister of State for Presidential Affairs, elevating a long-trusted aide to one…

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Guinea’s Paradox: Junta’s Progress Overshadows Democratic Transition

By Lamin Guèye Conakry, Guinea – A profound paradox grips Guinea, placing its future at a…

The Democrats’ Stunning Defeat and The Way Forward

The Democrats' stunning electoral defeat will be debated for months if not years. Recrimination and…

African Union Under Scrutiny as Cameroon’s 92-Year-Old President Seeks Eighth Term Amidst Digital Campaign Flaws

By Isaac Okoro YAOUNDÉ, CAMEROON – As Cameroon's 92-year-old President Paul Biya officially confirmed his bid…

Guinea’s Return to Civilian Rule Remains Elusive as Military Digs in Heels

Conakry, Guinea - Hopes for a swift return to civilian rule in Guinea are fading as…

King Mohammed VI Calls for Africa’s Economic Transformation at Ibrahim Governance Forum

By Mohamed Ghani Marrakech, Morocco - June 2, 2025 - King Mohammed VI delivered a powerful…

From Hope to Disappointment: Examining Ernest Bai Koroma’s Presidency and its Missed Opportunities in Sierra Leone

Freetown, Sierra Leone - When Ernest Bai Koroma swept into power in 2007, unseating the incumbent…

Liberia’s Riches, Foreign Profits: A Legacy of Exploitation Fuels Inequality as Riches Flow Outward

By Lamin Guèye Monrovia, Liberia - Liberia, a nation blessed with abundant natural resources, continues to…

Liberia Bleeds: International Concessionaires Accused of Looting Resources with Little Benefit to the Nation

Monrovia, Liberia - A growing wave of discontent is sweeping through Liberia as accusations of exploitation…

History Made: Shirley Botchwey Takes Office as First African Woman Secretary-General of the Commonwealth

By Simba Munyua Addis Ababa - Shirley Botchwey officially assumed office yesterday, April 3, 2025, as…

Ivory Coast President Ouattara, 83, Announces Contentious Fourth Term Bid Amidst Democratic Concerns

By Lamin Guèye Abidjan, Ivory Coast – At 83 years old, President Alassane Ouattara of Ivory…

State Department Reorganization Sparks Debate, Critics Allege “Left-Wing Agenda” Purge

By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - A sweeping reorganization of the State Department is underway, eliminating…

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EU and Nigeria Deepen Cooperation to Combat Transnational Crime

By Isaac Okoro Abuja, Nigeria - The European Union (EU) and the Federal Government of Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to…

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…

Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari to be Laid to Rest in Hometown of Daura

By Isaac Okoro Abuja, Nigeria - The body of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to arrive in his…

Monrovia’s Oceanfront Under Threat: Uncontrolled Sand Mining and Climate Change Endangering Property and Livelihoods

By Lamin Guèye Monrovia, Liberia - The scenic oceanfront of Monrovia, the capital of Liberia, is facing a critical threat from…

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…

Serbia’s Massive Protest—Challenges and Opportunities for Vučić

The ongoing protests in Serbia against President Aleksandar Vučić are driven by several key factors. It began following a tragic…

Iran’s Predicaments in the Wake of Nasrallah’s Assassination

As Iran is currently weighing whether or not to go to full scale war with or repeatedly retaliate against Israel…

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…

A Nation Bleeds While The World Watches: The Tragedy In Sudan Must End

By Alon Ben MeirThe human toll of Sudan’s civil war, now in its third year, has reached catastrophic proportions, with…

Ethio-India Relations Poised for Further Growth, Says House Speaker

By Simba Munyua Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Relations between Ethiopia and India are gaining significant momentum,…

Moroccan Foreign Minister accuses Algeria of intent to intensify conflict

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Morocco Nasser Bourita has admonished that Algeria seems self-assured…

Polish freestyler Godziek makes mountain biking history on moving train

The 2024 Slopestyle World Champion skillfully navigated a 2.7-metre-wide track across 10 carriages at 23 km/h while performing daring tricks.…

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…

African Labor Ministries Called Upon to Prioritize Job Creation to Combat Forced Migration and Youth Poverty Crisis

By Emily Sims New York, USA–African leaders urged to shift focus from partisan appointments to policy changes for job creation. …

West Africa Faces Growing Pressure over Corruption, Youth Unemployment, and Poverty Amidst Disparities in Wealth, Concerns Raised in Washington DC

WASHINGTON D.C. - Growing frustration over systemic corruption, rampant youth unemployment, and unacceptable levels of poverty across West African nations are…

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…

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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…

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…

Zimbabwe: Mutodi Fired As Budget Committee Chair After Unsubstantiated Corruption Claims Against Treasury Secretary

By Simba Munyua Bikita South legislator Energy Mutodi has been immediately removed as the chairperson…

Nigerian Tech Minister Uche Nnaji Resigns Amid Certificate Forgery Scandal

By Abu Hassan ABUJA, NIGERIA – Uche Nnaji, Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, has…

Early Polls Suggest APC Could Challenge SLPP’s Hold in Sierra Leone’s Next Election

Freetown, Sierra Leone - Recent pilot opinion polls are hinting at a potential shift in Sierra Leone's political landscape, suggesting that…

Guinea’s Paradox: Junta’s Progress Overshadows Democratic Transition

By Lamin Guèye Conakry, Guinea – A profound paradox grips Guinea, placing its future at a critical crossroads. The military junta,…

Sierra Leone’s President Bio Assumes ECOWAS Chairmanship Amidst Controversy

By Isaac Okoro Abuja, Nigeria - In a move met with both optimism and skepticism, Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio…

Opposition Must Focus on Youth Voters and Unity to Defeat Ruto in 2027, Says MP Amisi

By Peter Helima Nairobi, Kenya - Saboti Member of Parliament, Caleb Amisi, has outlined a strategy he believes the opposition must…

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…

UN Forced to Cut 25% of Global Peacekeeping Force Following Major US Funding Shortfall

By Emily Sims The United Nations is set to drastically slash its globe-spanning peacekeeping force, confirming on Wednesday that up to a quarter of its personnel will be pulled from…

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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…

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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…

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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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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