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South Sudan President Kiir Announces Election Delay

President of South Sudan, Salva Kiir, has announced the postponement of the country’s general elections until December 2026, citing delays in the preparation process. The announcement has stirred concern both within the country and internationally, as the move pushes back the possibility
November 9, 2024

Guinea Equatorial Appoints New Director to ANIF

 President Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Guinea Equatorial has appointed Zenon Avomo as the new Director General of the National Financial Intelligence Agency (ANIF). This development follows the removal of Baltasar Engonga, the former director, after a corruption scandal involving illicit behavior and
November 9, 2024

Black Communities Targeted by Racist Texts After Election

The day following a contentious presidential election, Black people across the United States including many children received alarming, racist text messages that referenced the President-elect. The messages, sent from anonymous sources, spread fear and frustration in communities already facing heightened tensions from
November 9, 2024

Putin Visits Orthodox Church on Russia’s National Unity Day

Russian President Vladimir Putin marked National Unity Day by visiting the Orthodox Rus’ Church, where he joined religious leaders and citizens in special prayers. This significant event, held on November 4, celebrates national solidarity and Russia’s cultural heritage. In his speech, President
November 6, 2024

Israel Erupts in Protests Over Defense Minister’s Dismissal

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s abrupt decision to dismiss Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has sparked unprecedented protests throughout Israel, intensifying the ongoing crisis over Netanyahu’s judicial reform plan. Tens of thousands of Israeli citizens, from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, took to the streets
November 6, 2024

Tragic Boat Accident Claims 25 Migrants’ Lives

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has reported a tragic incident involving a capsized boat that resulted in the deaths of 25 migrants. The boat was transporting individuals illegally from the Comorian island of Anjouan to the French territory of Mayotte when
November 5, 2024

Iranian Student’s Dress Code Protest Sparks Outcry

Tensions rose at Tehran’s Islamic Azad University after a female student was seen in public without her traditional attire, walking in her underwear. Video footage shared widely on social media shows the student in this state outside the university, which student groups
November 5, 2024
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