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Trump’s Inauguration Moved Indoors Due to Cold

President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration will be held inside the U.S. Capitol, instead of the usual outdoor ceremony, due to a severe cold front sweeping across the country. This marks the first time in 40 years that a presidential swearing-in has been moved
January 20, 2025

EAC Seeks IMF Expertise for Currency Plan

The East African Community (EAC) is collaborating with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and researchers from the London-based International Growth Centre to reexamine its macroeconomic targets for establishing a common currency. This move comes as member states grapple with increasing public debt
January 20, 2025

EAC Rejects South Africa’s Duty-Free Proposal

The East African Community (EAC) has declined a proposal from South Africa seeking to sell its motor vehicles within the region duty-free. The EAC maintains that such products, along with textiles and apparel, must remain subject to the 35 percent tariff imposed
January 20, 2025

Mozambique President Offers Support to Detained Citizens

 President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique has announced plans to assist 1,000 Mozambican nationals detained in South Africa, where they are facing charges related to illegal mining. The miners were apprehended during operations in South Africa, sparking growing concerns over the safety and
January 18, 2025

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan Jailed

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been sentenced to 14 years in prison on corruption charges. The ruling, delivered by Judge Nasir Javed Rana, comes amid a string of legal challenges faced by the former leader since his removal from office in
January 18, 2025

Advanced Heart Surgery Revolutionizes Care in Tanzania

 Doctors at the Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute (JKCI) are taking a major step forward in heart care, thanks to new training in advanced techniques that allow them to treat heart defects and clogged arteries without the need for traditional open-heart surgery. The
January 18, 2025

Russia Endorses Vietnam’s Aspiration to Join BRICS

 Russia has extended its support for Vietnam’s ambition to become a partner country in the BRICS bloc. This grouping, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, represents some of the world’s largest emerging economies and seeks to challenge Western-dominated economic
January 16, 2025
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