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Trump Orders Major Cut in US-South Korea Military Exercises

US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to substantially reduce joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his “very good relationship” with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Trump announced the decision ahead of the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises, which
August 17, 2026

Colombian Presidential Hopeful Dies Following Attack

Miguel Uribe, a leading candidate in the upcoming Colombian presidential race, tragically passed away late Monday night, nearly two months after he was critically wounded in a shooting incident during his election campaign. The 39-year-old senator from the conservative party had been
August 12, 2025

Deadly Assault on Sudan’s Abu Shouk Refugee Camp

At least 40 people have been killed and 19 others injured after fighters from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacked the Abu Shouk camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs) near El-Fasher in North Darfur, Sudan. The camp, home to approximately 450,000 displaced
August 12, 2025

Rwanda Denies UN Claims Over M23 Rebel Support

The government of Rwanda has strongly rejected recent allegations by the United Nations that its military is backing the M23 rebel group active in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In an official statement, Rwanda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs dismissed the
August 12, 2025

East Africa Sees Major Drop in Call Rates

Consumers across Tanzania are enjoying significantly lower costs when making calls to other East African Community (EAC) countries, thanks to a new regional initiative aimed at harmonising roaming charges. According to the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA), the average cost of a
August 12, 2025

Federal Takeover Intensifies Washington Crime Debate

Tensions are rising in the U.S. capital after President Donald Trump announced a sweeping plan to address crime and homelessness, including taking federal control of the city’s police force and deploying hundreds of National Guard troops. Speaking from the White House, Trump
August 12, 2025

Electric Car Maker Eyes UK Power Market

Elon Musk’s company has applied to the UK regulator Ofgem for a licence to supply electricity directly to homes and businesses across England, Scotland, and Wales. The application, submitted by its UK-based energy division in Manchester, signals the firm’s ambition to expand
August 12, 2025

Alaska Talks Set to Test US–Russia Relations

 U.S. President Donald Trump has described Russia as a “warring nation,” claiming the country has been engaged in conflicts for centuries and “just keeps on fighting.” His remarks came ahead of a high-profile meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled to take
August 12, 2025

ACT-Wazalendo Unveils Visionary Manifesto for Tanzania

ACT-Wazalendo, one of Tanzania’s leading opposition parties, has unveiled an ambitious manifesto that promises significant reforms across economic, social, and political sectors. This comprehensive plan positions the party as a strong contender ahead of the 2025 Tanzanian general elections. The manifesto, which
August 11, 2025

CCM Launches Fundraising Drive Ahead Elections

Tanzania’s ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), is gearing up for the upcoming general elections by launching a significant fundraising campaign. This was announced by the party’s Secretary General and presidential running mate, Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, during a press briefing in Dar
August 11, 2025

Australia Set to Recognize Palestine as Independent State

Australia is preparing to officially recognize Palestine as an independent nation during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session in September. This important diplomatic step follows similar moves by countries such as the United Kingdom, France, and Canada. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
August 11, 2025
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