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Kenya Deputy Police Chief Steps Aside Amid Investigation

Kenya’s Deputy Inspector General of Police, Eliud Lagat, has temporarily stepped aside from his duties to allow an independent and impartial investigation into the death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang. The incident has sparked widespread public outrage and nationwide protests. Lagat
June 17, 2025
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Tanzania’s Economy Outperforms West Amid Global Instability

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has declared that her country—and the broader East African region—is navigating global economic turmoil with greater stability than many Western powers. Speaking at an event hosted by the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), President Samia encouraged a shift
June 17, 2025
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G7 Condemns Iran, Backs Israel Amid Conflict

The Group of Seven (G7) nations have voiced unwavering support for Israel amid its escalating conflict with Iran, calling Tehran a destabilizing force in the Middle East and reaffirming their commitment to prevent the Islamic Republic from acquiring a nuclear weapon. In
June 17, 2025
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Barcelona Locals Rise Against Mass Tourism Surge

In a powerful show of frustration, residents of Barcelona staged a dramatic protest on Sunday, demanding urgent action against overtourism, which they say is threatening their city’s identity, affordability, and way of life. Protesters blocked access to the world-renowned Sagrada Família, sprayed
June 17, 2025
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UK Names First-Ever Woman To Lead MI6

The United Kingdom has appointed Blaise Metreweli as the new head of the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), making her the first woman to lead the country’s foreign intelligence agency. Metreweli, who joined MI6 in 1999, will become the 18th chief of the
June 17, 2025
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US Considers Expanding Travel Ban to 36 Nations

The United States is preparing to significantly expand its travel restrictions to include 36 additional countries, potentially barring thousands of foreign nationals from entering the country. This follows a recent presidential proclamation signed by President Donald Trump, who cited concerns over national
June 17, 2025
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Cedi Surges to Lead Global Currency Rankings

 The Ghanaian cedi has emerged as the world’s best-performing currency in 2025, appreciating by an extraordinary 42 percent against the United States dollar since January. The surge marks a dramatic reversal in Ghana’s economic trajectory and has drawn global attention. Once listed
June 17, 2025
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Tundu Lissu Allowed to Represent Himself in Court

In a landmark legal development that could reshape Tanzania’s political discourse, opposition leader and CHADEMA party chairman Tundu Lissu has been granted the right to represent himself in court in an ongoing treason trial, currently underway at the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court.
June 16, 2025
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Putin, Trump Discuss Urgent Need for Peace

Russian President Vladimir Putin and  U.S. President Donald Trump spoke at length on Saturday, June 15, about the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, as well as broader tensions across the Middle East. According to Yuri Ushakov, a senior foreign policy aide
June 16, 2025
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