Liberia: MFDP Hails GAC Audit’s ‘Qualified’ Opinion, Citing Major Financial Management Improvements and Refuting Claims of Missing Funds

By Sara Camara Monrovia – The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) has expressed strong satisfaction with the General Auditing Commission's (GAC) recently released 2024 Audit Report of the Government…

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U.S. Embassy Issues Stark Warning to Liberians: “Don’t Risk Jail or Deportation”

By Emmanuel Sikena Monrovia, Liberia - The United States Embassy in Monrovia has issued a stern warning to Liberian citizens considering illegal entry or unlawful residency in the United States, emphasizing…

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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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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 its founding in the 19th century by freed American slaves, remains a significant, albeit complex,…

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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 Sierra Leone People's Party (SLPP), he promised a "New Direction" – a departure from the…

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World Bank Approves $500 Million Loan for Nigeria: Questions Arise Over Wealth Disparity and Governance

By Abu Hassan Abuja, Nigeria - The World Bank has approved a $500 million loan to Nigeria for its Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (CARES) Program, aiming to alleviate…

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DRC President Commutes Death Sentences of Three Americans Convicted in Coup Attempt

By Patrice Katuma Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo - President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has commuted the death sentences of three American citizens convicted of participating…

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Trump Defends Sweeping Tariffs on Nigeria, China, and Others, Citing Economic Recapture

By Emily Sims WASHINGTON D.C. - President Donald Trump is staunchly defending his administration's recent imposition of sweeping tariffs on a range of countries, including Nigeria and China, asserting that the…

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Burkina Faso President Traoré Declares “Revolution,” Questions Democracy’s Role in Development

By Sara Camera Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso - In a bold statement challenging conventional wisdom, Burkina Faso's President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, declared that his country is undergoing a "popular, progressive revolution" and…

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Tinubu’s Political Advisor, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, Resigns

Abuja, Nigeria - Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the Special Adviser on Political Matters to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has resigned his position. Dr. Baba-Ahmed, a former spokesperson for the Northern Elders Forum…

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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, the Federal Government of Nigeria has inaugurated an Implementation Committee for a National Stakeholders Dialogue…

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U.S. Withdrawal is Forging New Alliances in Africa, Challenging American Influence

WASHINGTON D.C. - As the United States increasingly focuses on domestic issues and shifts its foreign policy priorities, a power vacuum is emerging across the African continent. Experts warn that this…

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Liberia’s Public Works Minister Giddings Recognized as High-Performing Cabinet Official

By Emmanuel Sikena Monrovia, Liberia - In a significant acknowledgement of his leadership and dedication, Minister Roland Layfette Giddings of Liberia's Ministry of Public Works has been designated as one of…

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Cruz Warns Trump’s Tariffs Could Trigger Political “Bloodbath” in 2026

By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) has issued a stark warning regarding President Donald Trump's proposed reciprocal tariff hikes, suggesting they could lead to a significant political…

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Netanyahu Warns High Court Intervention in Shin Bet Chief’s Dismissal Threatens National Security

By Jeremy Stein Jerusalem, Israel - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned the High Court of Justice that any intervention in his decision to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar would…

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AU Reaffirms Vital Partnership with EU in Pursuit of Africa’s Development Goals

By Simba Munyua Addis Ababa â€“ The African Union Commission (AUC) has highlighted the critical importance of its partnership with the European Union in achieving Africa’s ambitious developmental agenda. Speaking at…

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