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US Pressures African States To Withdraw From ICC

The United States is reportedly increasing pressure on several African countries to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), raising fresh concerns over the future of the court and its influence across the continent. The pressure comes as the ICC faces growing
August 19, 2026

Protests Erupt as Georgia Swears in New President

Amid weeks of protests and political turmoil, Mikheil Kavelashvili, a former professional footballer and far-right politician, was sworn in as Georgia’s president on Sunday in a ceremony held in the nation’s parliament in Tbilisi. The 53-year-old pledged to serve the country’s interests,
December 31, 2024

South Korean Court Approves Arrest of Former President

A South Korean court has granted permission for the arrest of former President Yoon Suk Yeol after he ignored three summonses from the country’s corruption investigation agency. Yoon is being investigated for alleged abuse of power and other misconduct involving high-ranking government
December 31, 2024

CHADEMA Leadership Race, Lissu and Mbowe Face Off

Tanzania’s leading opposition party, CHADEMA, the political spotlight has turned to a high-stakes leadership contest. Tundu Lissu, a veteran politician and the party’s outspoken Vice Chairman, has declared his candidacy for the party’s chairmanship, challenging the longstanding leader, Freeman Mbowe. This announcement
December 31, 2024

Putin Withdraws Russia from Global Nuclear Pact

 Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally withdrawn the country from the Multilateral Nuclear Environmental Program (MNEPR), a long-standing international agreement focused on nuclear safety and environmental protection. The decision marks another step in Russia’s retreat from global arms control and environmental frameworks
December 30, 2024

Russia Rejects Trump’s NATO Delay Proposal

Russia has firmly dismissed a proposal from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump to postpone Ukraine’s NATO membership as part of a potential peace agreement. The proposal, which suggested delaying Ukraine’s accession to the alliance by 20 years, was aimed at easing tensions and
December 30, 2024

Trump Urges EU to Buy US Energy or Face Tariffs

President-elect Donald Trump has issued a bold challenge to the European Union (EU), calling for the bloc to significantly increase its purchase of American oil and gas. Trump argues this would help reduce the substantial trade deficit between the two economic powers,
December 30, 2024

Over 2000 Mozambicans Flee To Malawi For Safety

Over 2,000 Mozambican families have sought refuge in Malawi this week, according to Malawian authorities, amid reports of dozens killed in escalating unrest following October election dispute. On Friday, some businesses, including banks, closed in Mozambique’s capital, Maputo, and increased patrols were
December 28, 2024

Putin Open To Talks With Trump On Russia-US Relations

Russian President Vladimir Putin  has through his foreign Minister  Sergey Lavrov, confirmed  that Russia is willing is to work with Donald Trump’s incoming administration to improve relations with the U.S. According to the Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov ,Russia has serious intentions to
December 27, 2024

Bishop Malasusa Comments on Abductions

Bishop Dr. Alex Malasusa of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania (ELCT), Eastern and Coastal Diocese, has expressed concern over the ongoing abductions reported across the country, stating that these incidents are alarming for both the public and the nation as a
December 25, 2024
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