South Sudan: A Nation Stillborn? Conflict and Governance Woes Plague Africa’s Youngest State
By Simba Munyua Juba, South Sudan - Ten years after jubilantly declaring independence from Sudan, South Sudan remains mired in a tragic cycle of conflict, political instability, and a profound governance…
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EU and African Union Pledge Enhanced Cooperation Amidst Geopolitical Shifts
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Williams calls for a reawakening of West African nations in addressing unemployment, workforce development and industry innovation
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South Sudan Government Denies President Kiir Death Rumors, Assures Public of His Well-being
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International Peace Negotiators and Experts Skeptical About DR Congo-AFC/M23 Qatar-Led Peace Deal
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Ethiopia Launches Ambitious Green Legacy Initiative: Planting 7.5 Billion Seedlings for National Renewal
By James Vusi Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially launched this year's Green Legacy Initiative (GLI), setting…
Attempts to Oust Speaker in Liberia Get International Attention with Implication for U.S. Sanction Against Accused Corrupt Lawmakers
A large number of members of the Liberian House of Representatives has petitioned to remove from office Honorable J. Fonati…
Afrikaner Refugee Arrival in US Sparks International Outcry Over Double Standards
By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - A charter plane carrying 59 white South Africans of Afrikaner descent landed at Dulles International…
Liberia Could Become Africa’s Singapore with the Right Policies, Claims Williams
Monrovia, Liberia - Liberia has the potential to transform itself into the "Singapore of Africa" with the implementation of strategic policies…
Liberia’s Chief Justice Sie-Nyene Youh to Step Down in June 2025
Monrovia, Liberia - Chief Justice of Liberia, Sie-Nyene Youh, is set to retire in June 2025, marking the end of her…
The Closure of Parallel Institutions and Its Ramifications
By Dr. Alon Ben-MeirKosovo Prime Minister Kurti’s decision to close five parallel institutions for the predominantly ethnic Serbians in northern…
Mali Begins Construction of Russian-Backed Gold Refinery, Asserting “Economic Sovereignty”
By Lamin Guèye Senou, Mali - Mali has commenced the construction of a major gold refinery in partnership with Russian conglomerate,…
Ronaldo Weighs In on 2025 Ballon d’Or Race: Dembele vs. Yamal Heats Up
By Esther Edoh Paris, France - Ahead of the UEFA Nations League final clash between Portugal and Spain, Cristiano Ronaldo…
Trump Is Ushering in A National Disaster
By Dr. Alon Ben-Meir America is at a historic crossroad. Disaster is lurking in the shadows. There is no benefit in…
Mano River Union (MRU) Subregion Faces Development Headwinds as Skill Gaps Hamper Growth
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Osimhen’s Wage Demands Could Hinder Potential Manchester United Move
By Esther Edoh Manchester, England - Manchester United's pursuit of a prolific striker this summer could face a significant hurdle if…
West Africa Faces Growing Pressure over Corruption, Youth Unemployment, and Poverty Amidst Disparities in Wealth, Concerns Raised in Washington DC
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Air Canada strike: As intervention calls grow, ‘we’re not going to do that,’ Trudeau says
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Tanzania’s Democracy Under Threat as Main Opposition Party Banned from Election
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Raila Odinga Calls for Patience as Kenyans Await 2027 Elections
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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 secured a dominant victory in…
Protesters Rally in Ivory Coast, Demanding Thiam’s Reinstatement for Presidential Election
By Lamin Guèye Abidjan, Ivory Coast - Thousands of protesters gathered in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, on Saturday, and Sunday demanding the…
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…
U.S. Tourism Faces $12.5 Billion Loss as Foreign Visitors Stay Away
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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…
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
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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…
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
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…
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…