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South Korea Sentences Former President Yoon Life

In a landmark ruling, the South Korean judiciary has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment for his role in orchestrating a political uprising linked to his abrupt 2024 military law announcement. The verdict marks one of the most severe
February 20, 2026

Passenger Jet and Military Helicopter Collide Midair

A devastating midair collision near Reagan National Airport has left at least 19 people confirmed dead, with fears that the death toll could rise as rescue operations continue. The accident, which occurred on a clear night, involved an American Eagle passenger jet
January 30, 2025

East Africa Expands Cancer Screening to Save Lives

Women and girls across Kenya and Tanzania are set to benefit from a groundbreaking initiative aimed at increasing access to breast and cervical cancer screening, as well as life-saving vaccinations. The East Africa Comprehensive Cancer Project, backed by a Sh27 billion partnership,
January 30, 2025

Tshisekedi Skips EAC Summit, Backs SADC Peace Efforts

As the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) worsens, President Félix Tshisekedi has chosen to engage with southern African leaders rather than attend an East African Community (EAC) summit aimed at addressing the crisis. His absence from the emergency meeting,
January 30, 2025

ECOWAS Acknowledges Exit of Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially confirmed the departure of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger from the regional bloc, marking a significant shift in the political and economic landscape of West Africa. The announcement, made on January 29,
January 30, 2025

Romanian Mercenaries Exit Goma as M23 Rebels Advance

 A group of Romanian mercenaries hired by the Congolese government to help counter the growing threat of M23 rebels have begun their withdrawal, crossing into Rwanda as they prepare to return home. On Wednesday, more than 280 of these fighters were seen
January 30, 2025

African Leaders Pledge Universal Energy Access by 2030

In a groundbreaking move, African leaders have pledged to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to 300 million people across the continent by 2030. This commitment came during the Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam on January 28, 2025, where heads
January 29, 2025
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