KENYA’S RUTO CALLS FOR MAJOR AFRICAN UNION OVERHAUL, SAYS BODY “NOT FIT” FOR CONTINENT’S AMBITIONS

KENYA’S RUTO CALLS FOR MAJOR AFRICAN UNION OVERHAUL, SAYS BODY “NOT FIT” FOR CONTINENT’S AMBITIONS

Faith Nyasuguta  William Ruto has issued a blunt assessment of the African Union, declaring that in its current form, the body is “not fit” to help Africa unlock its full potential. Speaking during a high-level meeting with intelligence chiefs from across the continent, Ruto called for sweeping institutional reforms, arguing that Africa’s premier multilateral body […]

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 U.S. INVESTORS EYE SOUTH SUDAN’S MINING WEALTH BUT TRANSPARENCY FEARS HOLD BACK BILLIONS

U.S. INVESTORS EYE SOUTH SUDAN’S MINING WEALTH BUT TRANSPARENCY FEARS HOLD BACK BILLIONS

Faith Nyasuguta  South Sudan’s vast mineral potential is attracting growing interest from American investors, but deep concerns over transparency and security continue to stall meaningful investment in the sector. Following a high-level meeting with Mining Minister Lasuba Lodoro, the U.S. Embassy in Juba issued a blunt assessment, warning that opaque decision-making and weak governance structures […]

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 WIZKID AND TEMS STEAL THE SPOTLIGHT WITH JUSTIN BIEBER AT COACHELLA 2026

WIZKID AND TEMS STEAL THE SPOTLIGHT WITH JUSTIN BIEBER AT COACHELLA 2026

Faith Nyasuguta  Nigerian superstars Wizkid and Tems delivered one of the most electrifying moments at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, making a surprise appearance during Justin Bieber’s headline set in California. The duo joined Bieber on stage this past weekend, performing their global hit “Essence” to a roaring crowd. The unexpected collaboration […]

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 MADAGASCAR DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY AS FUEL SUPPLY FEARS GROW

MADAGASCAR DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY AS FUEL SUPPLY FEARS GROW

Faith Nyasuguta  Madagascar has declared a state of emergency as concerns mount over potential fuel shortages linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East. President Andry Rajoelina signed a decree granting the government sweeping powers to safeguard national energy supplies, including the authority to requisition fuel stocks and intervene directly in distribution systems if necessary. […]

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 BURKINA FASO REJECTS ‘CRIMES AGAINST HUMANITY’ CLAIMS AS RIGHTS REPORT SPARKS OUTRAGE

BURKINA FASO REJECTS ‘CRIMES AGAINST HUMANITY’ CLAIMS AS RIGHTS REPORT SPARKS OUTRAGE

Faith Nyasuguta  Burkina Faso’s military government has forcefully rejected allegations that more than 1,800 civilians have been killed since Ibrahim Traore seized power, dismissing the claims as “unfounded” and politically motivated. The accusations stem from a report by Human Rights Watch, which alleges that widespread abuses – some potentially amounting to crimes against humanity – […]

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