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Can Cummings Rewrite His Story? Liberia Eyes a Familiar Face as 2029 Approaches

Monrovia, Liberia - With the dust still settling from the contentious 2023 presidential election, Liberians are already looking ahead to 2029, and the question on many minds is: can Alexander B.…

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Togo’s Ruling Party Secures Landslide in Local Elections Amidst Political Tensions and Low Turnout

By Abu Hassan LOMÉ, TOGO – Togo's ruling Union for the Republic (UNIR) party has…

Burkina Faso Military Junta Scraps Electoral Commission, Tightening Grip on Power

By Amadou Keita OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso – Burkina Faso's military rulers have dissolved the country's national…

Speculation Mounts in Sierra Leone Over First Lady Fatima Maada Bio’s Political Future Amid Growing Acclaim

By Lamin Guèye  Freetown, Sierra Leone – Whispers are turning into open discussions across Sierra Leone…

US Accuses Sudan of Chemical Weapon Use, Imposes New Sanctions

By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - The United States has announced it will impose new sanctions…

Chinese Embassy supports Monrovia city school feeding program in Liberia, as China’s influence widens across the country

Monrovia, Liberia - In adhering to President Xi Jinping promise that “China will provide Africa…

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…

US Deported Over 900 Nigerians in Six Years, Thousands More Face Removal

By Jeremy Stein WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) data reveals that 902…

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…

Guizhou Province Delegation Concludes Successful Visit to Monrovia, Liberia, Exploring New Partnership Opportunities

By Sara Camera Monrovia, Liberia - A delegation led by Honorable Sang Weiliang, Vice Chairperson of…

Beyond the Coup in Burkina Faso: Why Captain Traoré Still Commands Respect in the West

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso - Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the young military leader who seized power in Burkina…

Morocco’s E-Visa Soars: Nearly Half a Million Applicants in Three Years, Fueling Tourism Boom

By Mohamed Ghani Rabat, Morocco – Morocco's electronic visa (e-visa) system has marked a significant milestone,…

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Nigeria Hails Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative as Visionary Climate Solution and African Model

By Peter Halima Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Nigeria's Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has lauded Ethiopia's ambitious Green Legacy Initiative (GLI) as…

Equipping Ghana’s Ambassadors: A Strategic Investment in Diplomacy and the 24-Hour Economy

Op-Ed: By J W Addy A few days ago, Ghana witnessed the commissioning of 77 new ambassadors at the Presidency—an…

Hundreds Killed in Sudan Landslide Amidst Civil War Chaos, UN Warns of Aid Challenges

By Samuel Njoroge KHARTOUM, Sudan – A devastating landslide triggered by days of heavy rain in Sudan's remote Marra Mountains has…

FAO Convenes Regional Meetings in Accra to Address Africa’s Agri-food Challenges

By Abu Hassan Accra, Ghana - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) commenced its 14th Regional Management…

Imam Condemns Actions Contrary to Islamic Teachings, Calls for Reflection During Eid-al-Adha

By Abu Hassan Accra, Ghana - Speaking during Eid-al-Adha celebrations, Mr. Yusif Abdulai Korley, Imam of the Kasseh Central Mosque in…

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…

Trump’s Budget Cuts—A Gamble That Will Sow Global Chaos

It is hard to assess the short- and long-term adverse implications of the White House’s proposed budget cuts to the…

Manufacturing in Africa: Beyond Assembly Plants

By J. Wendell Addy Another assembly plants? We need to manufacture components in Africa—then we’re talking! At the 2024 UNGA…

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Children in the Crosshairs as Trump Administration Escalates Immigration Crackdown

By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - Advocacy groups are raising serious concerns about the well-being of children as the Trump administration…

Trump Administration Revokes Visas of Dozens of International Students, Sparking Outrage

By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - The Trump administration has reportedly revoked the visas of dozens…

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…

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…

Mano River Union (MRU) Subregion Faces Development Headwinds as Skill Gaps Hamper Growth

Freetown, Sierra Leone - A recent survey has highlighted a growing concern across the Mano River Union (MRU) – a significant…

Former Taita Taveta Governor Granton Samboja Lands State Job at Pyrethrum Processing Company

By Peter Halima Nairobi, Kenya - May 24, 2024 - Former Taita Taveta Governor Granton Samboja is making a comeback to…

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…

Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr Gains Momentum: Supporters Call for Presidential Run

FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE - Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr is increasingly being seen as a potential future leader of Sierra Leone, with…

Ivory Coast Braces for Political Shift as Speculation Surrounds President Ouattara’s Successor

Abidjan, Ivory Coast - As President Alassane Ouattara approaches the twilight of his political career, speculation is rife in Ivory Coast…

Sierra Leone Gears Up for 2027? Kandeh Yumkella – David Sengeh Joint Ticket Sparks Speculation as Potential Bio Successors

By Amadou Keita Freetown, Sierra Leone - While the dust settles on the recent elections and President Julius Maada Bio is…

Gabon’s Military Leader, Gen. Oligui Nguema, Secures Landslide Victory in Presidential Election

By Peter Halima Libreville, Gabon - Gen. Brice Oligui Nguema, the military leader who orchestrated the 2023 coup that ended the…

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…

Afreximbank VP Urges Africa to Strengthen Financial Institutions Amid Global Trade Tensions

By Emmanuel Sikena Abuja, Nigeria - As US President Donald Trump's reciprocal trade tariffs send ripples of economic uncertainty across the globe, Africa must prioritize strengthening its financial institutions to weather…

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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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