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Sudan Landslide Leaves Village in Ruins

In the remote Darfur region of western Sudan, a landslide has wiped out the village of Tarasin, leaving devastation on a scale that local residents and aid groups describe as unimaginable. Early reports suggest that more than 1,000 people may have lost
September 4, 2025

Arusha Tourism Growth Drives Calls For Leadership

As Tanzania approaches its general elections later this year, stakeholders in the tourism sector are urging the electorate to choose leaders who can address infrastructure challenges and unlock the full potential of the industry. Arusha, often regarded as the “safari capital” of
September 3, 2025

Ghana President Removes Chief Justice After Inquiry

Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has officially dismissed Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo following the recommendations of an investigative committee. The move ends a period of suspension that began in April, after complaints were lodged against the Chief Justice by three individuals. The
September 3, 2025

China Hosts Military Parade for WWII Anniversary

Beijing hosted a grand military parade on Wednesday, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, with President Xi Jinping welcoming Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at Tiananmen Square. The event drew high-level
September 3, 2025

Makini Candidate Promises to Abolish Student Loans

Coaster Kibonde, the presidential flag bearer of the Makini Party, has pledged to abolish Tanzania’s student loan system and replace it with free higher education if elected in the upcoming general elections. Launching his campaign in Manzese, Dar es Salaam, Kibonde told
September 3, 2025

Global Mining Interests Target Congo Lithium Reserves

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has granted seven exploration licences to a United States–backed mining firm, opening a new chapter in the global race for lithium, a mineral that has become indispensable for the clean energy revolution. According to officials in
September 3, 2025
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