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Kenya Secures Funding for Grammy Awards

In an ambitious move to spotlight Kenya’s vibrant music scene, President William Ruto has confirmed that the government is dedicating a substantial budget to host the renowned Grammy Awards. With KSh. 500 million (over TSh. 10 billion) already allocated, the country is

December 10, 2024

Politics·World

Ghanaians Head To The Polls Today To Elect New Prez

Ghana has entered a crucial election day as voters head to the polls, weighed down by the nation’s ongoing debt crisis and high living costs. These economic struggles are on the minds of many as they choose a new leader, with outgoing

December 7, 2024

Politics·World

Russia’s Lavrov Warns Against NATO’s Actions

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has issued a stern warning to NATO and the United States, underscoring that Moscow will take all necessary measures to prevent what the West describes as a “strategic defeat” of Russia. Speaking amid heightened tensions over the

December 6, 2024

Health·World

UNICEF Launches Record Campaign to Support Children

UNICEF has launched a significant global fundraising campaign, seeking $9.9 billion to assist millions of children impacted by conflicts and crises around the world. The agency’s Executive Director, Catherine Russell, called attention to the extreme scale of suffering among children, describing the

December 5, 2024

Politics·World

Germany’s Police Operation Targets Smuggling Network

German police, assisted by Europol and partner agencies from across Europe, carried out an extensive operation targeting an Iraqi-Kurdish network accused of smuggling migrants from the Middle East and East Africa into Europe. The operation, which took place in several western German

December 5, 2024

Opinion·Politics·World

Brics Pay To Soon Kick-Out US- Dollar Dominance

The global financial system, heavily influenced by the United States, has been a significant player in international economics for decades. While it has provided stability and growth for many Western nations, it often comes at a steep price for countries in the

December 4, 2024

Politics·World

Biden Pledges $1 Billion in Humanitarian Aid

US President Joe Biden, currently on an official visit to Angola, has announced more than $1 billion in new humanitarian aid for Africans affected by “historic droughts and food insecurity. ” The funding is aimed at providing urgent relief to those displaced

December 4, 2024

Politics·World

Nandi-Ndaitwah Elected Namibia’s First Female President

Namibia has made history with the election of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the country’s first female president. The announcement of the results on December 3, 2024, confirmed Nandi-Ndaitwah’s commanding victory, securing over 57% of the vote and surpassing the required majority to claim

December 4, 2024

Politics·World

Tanzania Congratulates Namibia’s First Female President

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has offered her heartfelt congratulations to Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah following her historic election as Namibia’s first female president. President Nandi-Ndaitwah’s victory in the 2024 Namibian general election is a significant milestone for Namibia and a momentous achievement for

December 4, 2024

Politics·World

Ghana Introduces Chip-Embedded Passport for Security

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ghana has launched a new, more secure passport featuring a chip embedded into its design, aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of international travel for Ghanaian citizens. The introduction of this new passport is seen

December 3, 2024

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