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Sudan Accuses Kenya of Supporting “Genocidal” RSF Militia, Ignoring International Condemnation

By Peter Njoroge Khartoum, Sudan - The Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a scathing condemnation of Kenya, accusing its government of actively supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia,…

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Somaliland opposition leader Abdullahi wins presidential election

The opposition leader of the self-declared republic of Somaliland, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, commonly known as…

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…

Graft Claims Plague ex-President Akufo-Addo Administration in Ghana, Casting Shadow on Legacy

Accra, Ghana - The legacy of ex-President Nana Akufo-Addo's administration is increasingly being overshadowed by persistent…

Ghana’s Chief Justice Sacked Amid Misconduct Allegations, Sparks Judicial Independence Debate

By Emmanuel Sikena Accra, Ghana – Ghana's Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, has been formally removed from…

AfDB Chief Warns of “Shock Waves” for African Economies from US Tariffs

By Abu Hassan Abuja, Nigeria - The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina,…

Kemi Badenoch: “I No Longer Identify as Nigerian” Despite Ancestry

By Esther Edoh London, UK – Conservative Party figure Kemi Badenoch has publicly stated that she…

Sidi Ould Tah Ascends to AfDB Presidency, Dubbed Africa’s New ‘Super Banker’

By Emmanuel Sikena Abidjan, Ivory Coast - Sidi Ould Tah, a Mauritanian economist with a proven…

Liberia: A Longstanding U.S. Partner in Africa – But What Does Monrovia Truly Gain?

By Emmanuel Sikena Monrovia, Liberia - Liberia's deep-rooted relationship with the United States, dating back to…

Monrovia City Corporation Uncovers Extensive Fraud Syndicate, Launches Crackdown

By Sara Camara Monrovia, Liberia - In a decisive move to combat corruption, financial fraud and…

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…

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African Union, AfDB, and Togo Join Forces to Tackle Continent’s Debt Crisis

By Esther Edoh Lomé, Togo - The African Union (AU), the African Development Bank (AfDB), and the Government of Togo are…

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…

Dangote Proposes ‘Biggest, Deepest’ Port in Nigeria’s Ogun State

By Isaac Okoro LAGOS, Nigeria – Aliko Dangote, Africa's wealthiest individual and head of the Dangote conglomerate, has reportedly submitted a…

Trump’s Treatment of Ramaphosa Sparks Disappointment in South Africa

By Jean Durand PRETORIA, South Africa - US President Donald Trump's handling of his meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa…

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…

Trashing Jewish Values Risks Israel’s Survival As We Know It

After 77 torturous years of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, punctuated by intense violence and wars, successive Netanyahu-led governments have shattered Jewish…

Zimbabwe: Instead of focusing on crushing public dissent, a wise leader would have addressed their grievances

Story By Tendai Ruben Mbofana HARARE - Over the past few weeks, the Zimbabwean government and the ruling ZANU-PF party…

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A Comparative Analysis of U.N. Humanitarian Emphasis During Peacekeeping Operations

By G. Al   Smith Peacekeeping missions have played a pivotal role in maintaining global peace and security since the founding…

Brace Yourselves: Kenyans Face Rising Food Prices, CBK Survey Warns

By Simba Munyua Nairobi, Kenya - Kenyans should prepare for a surge in food prices in…

Nigerian Government Launches Committee to Tackle Power Crisis in Healthcare

Abuja, Nigeria - In a bid to address the persistent electricity challenges plaguing public healthcare facilities,…

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. …

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…

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…

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…

Ghana:  Can Bawumia Rise Again? Questions Swirl Around Former VP’s Political Future

Accra, Ghana - Following a significant shift in the political landscape, questions are swirling around the future of former Vice President…

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 for an unprecedented eighth term…

Liberia’s 2029 Presidential Race: Early Buzz and Potential Frontrunners Emerge

Monrovia, Liberia - With President Joseph Boakai settling into his term, discussions are already swirling in Liberia about who will contend…

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 secured a dominant victory in…

Firebombed Rome Tesla Dealership Raises Terrorism Concerns After 17 Cars Destroyed

Rome, Italy - A devastating fire has ripped through a Tesla dealership in Rome, leaving 17 vehicles completely destroyed and prompting accusations of terrorism from Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The blaze,…

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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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