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Ugandan Parliament Approves Military Trials for Civilians

Uganda’s Parliament has passed a controversial bill amending its military law to permit the trial of civilians in military courts, a decision that has sparked strong opposition and renewed concerns about the state of civil liberties in the country. The legislation, passed

May 22, 2025

Politics·World

Ramaphosa Heads to White House Amid Strains

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa arrived in Washington on Wednesday with a clear mission: to recalibrate his country’s increasingly strained relationship with the United States. At the center of the tension is U.S. President Donald Trump’s criticism of South Africa’s land reform

May 22, 2025

Politics·World

Hungary Begins Formal Exit from International Criminal Court

Hungary’s parliament has approved legislation to begin the process of withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), signaling a major shift in the country’s approach to international justice. The bill, passed on Tuesday, officially starts a one-year countdown before Hungary’s withdrawal from

May 21, 2025

Politics·World

Former DRC Prime Minister Sentenced for Embezzling Funds

The Constitutional Court of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) sentenced former Prime Minister Augustin Matata Ponyo to 10 years imprisonment with hard labor for embezzling approximately $247 million in public funds. The court’s decision follows a comprehensive legal process that spanned

May 21, 2025

Opportunities·World

Tanzania and Namibia to Boost Economic Partnership

Tanzania and Namibia are taking concrete steps to elevate their economic collaboration, building on decades of diplomatic friendship. This renewed focus was solidified during a state visit by Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, who met with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan at the

May 21, 2025

Opportunities·Tanzania

Tanzania Moves To Modernize Beekeeping Sector Nationally

Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has issued eight new directives aimed at transforming Tanzania’s beekeeping sector. The announcement came during a national ceremony marking World Bee Day, held at Chinangali Grounds in Dodoma, the country’s capital. The event brought together environmentalists, researchers, government

May 21, 2025

Politics·World

Namibia and Tanzania Deepen Partnership for Shared Prosperity

On her first official state visit to Tanzania since assuming office, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia has reaffirmed her country’s commitment to strengthening economic and diplomatic ties with Tanzania, focusing on shared growth, investment opportunities, and job creation. President Nandi-Ndaitwah, who made

May 21, 2025

Health·Tanzania

Tanzania Warns of Rising Respiratory and Mosquito Diseases

The Tanzanian government, via the Ministry of Health, has issued a public warning about an increase in respiratory infections and mosquito-borne diseases across various regions, notably along the coastal areas and the bustling city of Dar es Salaam. On May 20, 2025,

May 20, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Namibia President Starts First Official Visit To Tanzania

Namibia’s new President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, arrived in Tanzania today for a two-day state visit, marking her first international engagement since being sworn into office on March 21, 2025. The visit comes at the invitation of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, and is

May 20, 2025

Politics·World

Trump Confirms Peace Talks Between Russia, Ukraine Soon

Donald Trump, President of the United States, announced that Russia and Ukraine will begin urgent negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire and ultimately ending the war that has raged since 2022. The announcement followed a lengthy two-hour phone conversation between Trump and

May 20, 2025

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