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Northern Kenya Media Rejects Gachagua Interview Invitation

On January 22, 2026, media outlets across northern Kenya announced their decision not to participate in a scheduled interview with former Deputy President of Kenya, Rigathi Gachagua. The decision, explained in a joint statement, emphasized the importance of upholding professional journalistic standards,
January 23, 2026

Catholic Priest Released After Months In Captivity

The Catholic Church in Nigeria has confirmed the safe release of Father Bobbo Paschal, who was abducted in November 2025, bringing relief and renewed hope to the faithful in Kaduna and beyond. According to the Chancellor of the Kaduna Archdiocese, Father Paschal
January 23, 2026

Trump Issues Warning To Iran Over Nuclear And Protests

 United States President Donald Trump has delivered a strong warning to the government of the Islamic Republic of Iran, criticizing the country’s use of force against protesters and reiterating that Tehran must not pursue nuclear weapons. Speaking at the World Economic Forum
January 23, 2026

Ugandan Army Chief Sparks Controversy Over Opposition Arrests

Uganda is facing renewed political tension after the country’s army chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, claimed that security forces had killed dozens of individuals linked to the opposition National Unity Platform and detained thousands more in what he described as a preemptive operation
January 23, 2026

Al-Shabaab Claims Raid On Strategic Somali Island

Fighting broke out on a strategic island off southern Somalia after fighters from Al-Shabaab launched a coordinated assault, triggering clashes with government-aligned forces and renewing concerns over security in the volatile region. The attack targeted Kuday Island, located along Somalia’s southern coastline,
January 23, 2026

United States Withdraws From World Health Organization

The United States has formally completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, bringing to an end nearly eight decades of membership in the global health body and signaling a major shift in international public health cooperation. The move, which took effect
January 23, 2026

Putin Weighs Backing Trump’s Global Peace Proposal

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled that Moscow may be open to supporting a new international peace initiative championed by  United States President Donald Trump, hinting at a potential financial contribution that could place Russia among the permanent members of the proposed
January 22, 2026

Guinea-Bissau Sets December Date For Elections

Guinea-Bissau’s military-led transitional authorities have announced that presidential and legislative elections will be held on 6 December 2026, formally setting a timetable for a return to civilian governance more than a year after the country’s latest seizure of power. The decision was
January 22, 2026

Tanzania, US Deepen Cooperation in Strategic Mineral Exploration

Tanzania and the United States have intensified collaborative efforts in the country’s mineral sector, focusing particularly on strategic minerals such as cobalt, to boost efficiency, management, employment, and contributions to national economic growth. The partnership aims to advance mineral exploration, improve regulatory
January 22, 2026

Bobi Wine Says Life Threatened After Uganda Election

Uganda’s leading opposition figure, Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine, has confirmed that he is currently in hiding, citing serious fears for his personal safety following the country’s disputed general election. In a rare interview with international media, the opposition leader
January 22, 2026

European Parliament Freezes US Trade Agreement Talks

The European Parliament has put negotiations on a proposed trade agreement with the United States on hold, reflecting rising political tensions between Washington and European capitals. The move follows strong objections from lawmakers over recent statements and actions by US President Donald
January 22, 2026
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