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DR Congo Suspends Military Spokesman Over Remarks

The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, has suspended Major General Sylvain Ekenge, the country’s military spokesperson, following comments widely regarded as discriminatory against the Tutsi community. The move, announced Monday morning by the Armed Forces headquarters, reflects
December 30, 2025

Tanzania and Egypt Deepen Strategic Economic Cooperation

Tanzania and Egypt have taken steps to strengthen cooperation across key economic sectors, including transport, agriculture, and industrial development, during high-level talks held in Egypt’s Administrative Capital, Cairo. The discussions brought together Tanzania’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Ambassador
December 19, 2025

Putin Attacks Europe Amid Rising Global Tensions

Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched a sharp verbal attack on European leaders, accusing them of acting out of spite and political self-interest as relations between Moscow and the West continue to deteriorate. Speaking during a high-level meeting at the Ministry of
December 19, 2025

Alaska Summit Shapes High-Stakes Ukraine Peace Talks

The prospect of a negotiated end to Russia’s war in Ukraine is once again in sharp focus as Washington intensifies diplomatic efforts ahead of a planned August summit in Anchorage, Alaska, between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The
December 19, 2025

Venezuela Condemns U.S. Interference Amid Sanctions

Venezuela’s President, Nicolas Maduro, has accused the United States of attempting to interfere in the country’s internal affairs, claiming Washington seeks to exert control over Caracas. Speaking to a public audience, Maduro stressed that any efforts aimed at toppling his government would
December 18, 2025

Over Three Million Return Home Amid Sudan Displacement Crisis

More than three million people have returned to their homes in Sudan this year, marking a significant reduction in the country’s displaced population, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported. The movement signals cautious hope for stability, though many returnees continue to
December 18, 2025

Tanzania Included in New U.S. Travel Restrictions

The United States has placed Tanzania among a group of countries facing new partial travel restrictions that will take effect on January 1, 2026. The announcement, made on December 16, 2025, reflects Washington’s stated concerns about visa compliance, national security, and immigration
December 17, 2025

Tanzanian Innovator Wins Africa’s Premier Business Award

Tanzanian entrepreneur Diana Orembe, founder of NovFeed Tanzania, has emerged as the 2025 champion of the prestigious Africa’s Business Heroes competition, taking home a $300,000 cash prize for her innovative solution that converts food waste into sustainable fish feed. Her work impressed
December 17, 2025

Bobi Wine Condemns Security Action at Kampala Market

Uganda’s opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has strongly criticized security forces over their use of water to disperse civilians at Kalerwe Market in Kampala, an incident that has sparked renewed concern about civil liberties and the protection of
December 17, 2025