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Tanzania Assures Security Ahead Of Sabasaba Finale

Tanzania has assured citizens, businesses and international visitors that comprehensive security measures are in place ahead of the climax of the 50th Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF), popularly known as Sabasaba, as authorities seek to encourage strong public participation in
July 4, 2026

Congo Speaker Kamerhe Steps Down Amid Rift

In Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is entering a fresh political chapter after Vital Kamerhe, Speaker of the National Assembly, announced his resignation. The decision came as 262 out of 500 lawmakers initiated a no-confidence motion against him, citing mismanagement
September 23, 2025

Congo President Says Peace Deal Not Working

The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s president, Félix Tshisekedi, has warned that the highly publicized peace agreement signed with Rwanda earlier this year has failed to stop fighting in his country’s troubled eastern provinces. Speaking in New York, Tshisekedi said the deal,
September 23, 2025

Tanzania Court Rejects Lissu’s Legal Objections

The High Court of Tanzania in Dar es Salaam has dismissed preliminary objections raised by opposition leader Tundu Lissu in his ongoing treason trial, ruling that his arguments lacked merit and the proceedings should continue without delay. Lissu, who is the national
September 22, 2025

ACT Wazalendo Sets Out Vision for National Change

The opposition party ACT Wazalendo launched its 2025 election manifesto in a spirited ceremony at the party’s headquarters in Magomeni, Dar es Salaam. The event, led by Party Leader Doroth Semu, drew parliamentary candidates, local councillors, and senior figures including outspoken legislator
September 22, 2025

Australia, Canada, UK Recognize Palestinian Statehood

Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom have formally recognized the State of Palestine, a move that has sent ripples through international diplomacy and sparked strong reactions from Israel. The announcements, made on September 21, 2025, come amid mounting global concern over the
September 22, 2025

Israel Eyes Peace Amid Hezbollah Conflict Developments

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Sunday that Israel is advancing negotiations with Syria, opening a potential path toward peace agreements with both Syria and Lebanon. Speaking at a cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said, “Our recent military victories against Hezbollah have created
September 22, 2025

Guinea Votes on Referendum Amid Leadership Debate

Citizens of Guinea went to the polls on Sunday, September 21, 2025, to vote on a new constitution that could allow military leader Mamady Doumbouya to run for president. Doumbouya, who seized power four years ago, has framed the referendum as part
September 22, 2025

CHP Re-elects Özgür Özel Despite Legal Hurdles

Özgür Özel has been re-elected as leader of Turkey’s main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), in a congress held on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Despite ongoing legal challenges targeting the party, Özel secured 835 of the 917 delegate votes, affirming
September 22, 2025

Mutharika Leads Malawi Presidential Race Early

Former President Peter Mutharika is leading the early count in Malawi’s 2025 presidential election, signaling a closely watched political showdown. According to preliminary results from the Malawi Electoral Commission, Mutharika has secured roughly 51% of the vote from nine out of 36
September 22, 2025
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