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Africa Demands Greater Control Of Strategic Resources

A growing number of African governments are adopting tougher policies to assert greater control over their natural resources, signaling a decisive shift away from decades of exporting raw materials toward building domestic industries that can generate jobs, technology and long-term economic growth.
July 27, 2026

Popemobile to Become Mobile Clinic for Gaza Children

In a powerful symbol of compassion and hope, one of the late Pope Francis’ iconic popemobiles is being transformed into a mobile health clinic to serve children in the Gaza Strip—fulfilling what has been described as one of his final wishes before
May 5, 2025

Shoe Hurled at President Ruto During Migori Rally

President William Ruto’s weekend tour of Kenya’s western region took an unexpected turn on Sunday afternoon when a shoe was thrown at him while he was addressing a rally in Kuria West. The incident occurred as the President was speaking to a
May 5, 2025

South Africa Begins Phased Withdrawal from Eastern DRC

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed it is taking precautionary measures to safeguard its personnel and military equipment as it begins the phased withdrawal of troops from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The decision follows rising insecurity in
May 4, 2025

Food Shortages Spark Deadly Protests in Kakuma Camp

Widespread demonstrations have rocked security in Kakuma refugee camp in north-western Kenya , with police firing live bullets at the protestors, according to local media. The protests erupted over food and water shortages in the camp. According to residents, conditions in the
May 4, 2025

Cholera Outbreak Hits Tanganyika Province in DRC

A cholera outbreak has struck Tanganyika Province in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with over 100 cases reported since the start of this week in the Nyemba and Kalemie health zones. Health officials have confirmed two deaths linked to the outbreak. Dr.
May 4, 2025

Medvedev Warns Kyiv Ahead of May 9 Celebrations

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council, has warned that no one can guarantee Kyiv’s safety if Ukraine launches attacks on Moscow during the upcoming May 9 celebrations commemorating the Soviet victory in World War II. The warning follows an announcement
May 4, 2025

Bobi Wine Your Bodyguard is in my Basement : Gen Muhoozi

The Chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Ms Mariam Wangadya, has directed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba to immediately release opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi’s chief bodyguard, Mr Edward Rogers Ssebufu, warning that failure to comply would constitute
May 4, 2025

India Bans Pakistani Ships, Suspends All Imports

India has imposed a complete ban on Pakistani ships from entering its ports and has suspended all imports from Pakistan, escalating trade and diplomatic tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. The decision, announced on Saturday by India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry,
May 4, 2025

Peace With Ukraine Inevitable, Says Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that peace with Ukraine is “inevitable” and only a matter of time, offering a rare tone of confidence amid the ongoing war that has now lasted over two years. Speaking during a televised event on Saturday,
May 4, 2025

Tunisian Ex-PM Jailed 34 Years for Terror Charges

A Tunisian court has sentenced former Prime Minister Ali Laarayedh to 34 years in prison on multiple terrorism-related charges, marking the latest in a series of high-profile convictions targeting critics of President Kais Saied. Laarayedh, 69, is a prominent opposition figure and
May 4, 2025
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