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Former Gabon President Calls for Family’s Release

Former Gabonese President Ali Bongo Ondimba has called for the release of his wife, Sylvia, and their son, Nourredin, who have been imprisoned for over a year. In a public letter signed by Bongo, he implores both national and international leaders, as
September 19, 2024

Hezbollah-Linked Explosions in Lebanon Kill 20, Injure 450

In northern Lebanon tragically resulted in at least 20 fatalities and left around 450 individuals injured. The blasts, attributed to remotely triggered walkie-talkie devices utilized by Hezbollah militants, have raised serious concerns about the nation’s stability amid escalating violence. This incident marks
September 19, 2024

Adani Pays $50,000 for JKIA Proposal

Adani Airport Holdings Limited has paid a $50,000 (about Ksh.6.47 million) review fee to the Kenyan government for its $1.85 billion (Ksh.242 billion) proposal to take over and renovate Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. The fee was deposited into the
September 18, 2024

Ex-Tanzania President Leads Harvard Leadership Program

Former Tanzanian President, Dr. Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, is participating in the Harvard Ministerial Leadership Program, hosted by Harvard University in Boston, USA. The program aims to provide leadership training to Health and Education Ministers from various developing countries.Dr. Kikwete, one of several
September 18, 2024

Woman Seeks Divorce Over Husband’s Poor Hygiene

A woman in Agra, India, has left many stunned by seeking a divorce from her husband just 40 days after their wedding, citing his poor hygiene as the cause. The woman complained that her husband, Rajesh, only bathes once or twice a
September 18, 2024

Sahel Nations Launch New Biometric Passports

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are poised to launch a new era of regional autonomy by introducing biometric passports, marking a significant shift from their previous affiliation with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This decision follows recent military coups
September 16, 2024

Trump Survives Second Attempt on His Life

former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped a shooting attempt on Sunday, September 15, 2024, while playing golf at the international golf course in West Palm Beach. The shooter, identified as 58-year-old Ryan Routh, allegedly fired at Trump before being intercepted by the
September 16, 2024

Comoros President Azali Assoumani Injured in Attack

Azali Assoumani of Comoros has sustained minor injuries following an attack with a knife, allegedly by a military officer, during a religious leader’s funeral near the capital, Moroni. This incident marks a significant escalation in the unrest surrounding Assoumani’s administration. Opposition to
September 14, 2024

JICA Signs Pact to Boost IT Start-ups

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance the start-up ecosystem in Eastern Africa. The new initiative is designed to support the growth and development of information technology (IT) start-ups in the region. The
September 14, 2024
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