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Samia Orders Fair Kariakoo Traders Reinstatement

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed the Prime Minister’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (Tamisemi) to ensure that the reinstatement of former traders at the rebuilt Kariakoo Main Market is carried out fairly, transparently and without favouritism, following the completion
February 9, 2026

Congo President Seeks Another Term at 82

President Denis Sassou Nguesso of Congo-Brazzaville has announced that he will once again run for the presidency in elections scheduled for March, a decision that could further extend his time in power beyond four decades. The 82-year-old leader made the announcement on
February 7, 2026

President Samia Returns After Strategic UAE Visit

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has returned to Tanzania after concluding an official working visit to the United Arab Emirates, a trip that highlighted her administration’s continued focus on strengthening international cooperation and advancing economic diplomacy. While in the Gulf state, President Samia
February 7, 2026

Kenya Urges Vigilance Over Risky Overseas Job Offers

Kenya’s government has renewed its warning to citizens, particularly young people seeking employment, to remain alert to overseas job offers that appear attractive but may conceal serious risks. Officials say an increasing number of Kenyans are falling victim to fake recruitment networks
February 7, 2026

US, Iran Set Nuclear Talks In Oman Friday

The United States and Iran have agreed to hold nuclear negotiations this Friday in Oman, officials confirmed, raising hopes for progress in talks over Iran’s controversial nuclear programme. The discussions, set to take place in Muscat, follow weeks of careful planning and
February 5, 2026

Russia Presses Ukraine as Peace Talks Begin

Russia has intensified pressure on Ukraine, urging Kyiv to accept its proposed terms for ending a conflict that has now lasted nearly four years. The warning was issued as representatives from both countries began fresh negotiations in the United Arab Emirates, a
February 5, 2026

Residents Protest Demolitions Near Kolwezi Airport

Tension is growing in the city of Kolwezi, in the southern Democratic Republic of Congo, where residents took to the streets this week to oppose a provincial government plan to demolish homes near a newly developed airport facility. The protests unfolded on
February 5, 2026
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