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Tanzania Deports Activists Amid Political Trial Tensions

Regional concern is mounting after Tanzanian authorities detained and deported several Kenyan and Ugandan human rights activists who had traveled to observe the treason trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu. The incident has reignited questions about political openness and civil liberties in
May 22, 2025

Hungary Begins Formal Exit from International Criminal Court

Hungary’s parliament has approved legislation to begin the process of withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), signaling a major shift in the country’s approach to international justice. The bill, passed on Tuesday, officially starts a one-year countdown before Hungary’s withdrawal from
May 21, 2025

Former DRC Prime Minister Sentenced for Embezzling Funds

The Constitutional Court of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) sentenced former Prime Minister Augustin Matata Ponyo to 10 years imprisonment with hard labor for embezzling approximately $247 million in public funds. The court’s decision follows a comprehensive legal process that spanned
May 21, 2025

Tanzania Bans Use of Foreign Currencies Nationwide

The government of Tanzania has officially banned the use of foreign currencies — including the U.S. dollar — for domestic transactions. The new measure, which came into effect in March 2025, mandates that all payments for goods and services within the country
May 21, 2025

Tanzania and Namibia to Boost Economic Partnership

Tanzania and Namibia are taking concrete steps to elevate their economic collaboration, building on decades of diplomatic friendship. This renewed focus was solidified during a state visit by Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, who met with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan at the
May 21, 2025

Trump Confirms Peace Talks Between Russia, Ukraine Soon

Donald Trump, President of the United States, announced that Russia and Ukraine will begin urgent negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire and ultimately ending the war that has raged since 2022. The announcement followed a lengthy two-hour phone conversation between Trump and
May 20, 2025

Hungarian Lawmakers Vote To Leave Global Court

Hungarian lawmakers have approved legislation to begin the process of withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), the first such step taken by a European Union member state. The vote—held in the Hungarian National Assembly—ended with 134 in favor and 37 opposed.
May 20, 2025
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