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Global Leaders Commit to Recognise 160 Million Hectares

World leaders gathered in Belém, Brazil this week ahead of COP30 to announce a groundbreaking pledge to secure the land rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities across tropical forest nations. The new initiative, known as the Intergovernmental Land Tenure Commitment (ILTC),
November 13, 2025

Cargo Plane Crashes Into Sea Near Hong Kong Airport

A cargo aircraft tragically crashed into the sea near Hong Kong International Airport on Monday, resulting in the deaths of two ground staff while all four crew members onboard survived. The Boeing 747-400F cargo plane, operating as Emirates SkyCargo Flight EK9788, veered
October 20, 2025

Nigeria Denies Alleged Military Coup Arrests

Nigerian authorities have strongly denied reports that more than a dozen military officers were detained for allegedly plotting a coup to overthrow the government. The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) issued a statement on Saturday, describing the claims as false and misleading.
October 20, 2025

Global Leaders Unite to Honour Raila Odinga

 The atmosphere at Nyayo Stadium was heavy with emotion as thousands of mourners, political figures, and international guests gathered to pay their final respects to Raila Odinga, the former Prime Minister of Kenya and one of Africa’s most influential political figures. Among
October 18, 2025

Madagascar Military Installs Colonel as President

Colonel Michael Randrianirina is poised to assume the presidency of Madagascar on Friday, October 17, 2025, following a military intervention that removed President Andry Rajoelina from office. The move comes amid weeks of public protests over poor access to essential services, including
October 17, 2025

Gunfire Erupts as Mourners Flee Kasarani Tragedy

What began as a solemn farewell to one of Kenya’s most influential political figures descended into tragedy on Thursday, when police opened fire to disperse thousands of mourners at Kasarani Stadium during the memorial service for the late former Prime Minister Raila
October 17, 2025

ICC Disqualifies Chief Prosecutor from Duterte Case

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has disqualified its Chief Prosecutor, Karim Khan, from the case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte due to concerns over a potential conflict of interest. The decision, made by the ICC Appeals Chamber, noted Khan’s prior involvement
October 16, 2025

Museveni Calls for Unity at NAM Summit Kampala

Uganda’s President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called for renewed global cooperation and solidarity among developing nations during his address at the 19th Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in Kampala. The summit, which runs from October 13–16, 2025, gathers foreign ministers
October 16, 2025
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