FRANCE’S MACRON ACKNOWLEDGES FRANCE’S ROLE IN RWANDA GENOCIDE

FRANCE’S MACRON ACKNOWLEDGES FRANCE’S ROLE IN RWANDA GENOCIDE

Faith Nyasuguta French President Emmanuel Macron’s has made an admission regarding France’s role in the 1994 Rwanda genocide, marking a pivotal moment in acknowledging historical responsibility. Macron acknowledges France’s failure to intervene effectively during the genocide, citing a lack of determination among France and its allies to halt the atrocities. This admission signifies a significant […]

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 AFRICAN & CARIBBEAN NATIONS UNITE FOR SLAVERY TRIBUNAL AND REPARATIONS

AFRICAN & CARIBBEAN NATIONS UNITE FOR SLAVERY TRIBUNAL AND REPARATIONS

Faith Nyasuguta  The international community is witnessing a groundswell of support among African and Caribbean nations for the establishment of an international tribunal aimed at addressing the historical injustices stemming from the transatlantic slave trade.  Spearheaded by the United States and backed by a UN panel, this initiative represents a pivotal moment in the global […]

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 U.N EXPERTS WARN OF ESCALATING VIOLENCE IN EASTERN DRC, THREATENING REGIONAL SPILLOVER

U.N EXPERTS WARN OF ESCALATING VIOLENCE IN EASTERN DRC, THREATENING REGIONAL SPILLOVER

Faith Nyasuguta Human rights experts express grave concern over the deteriorating security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as armed violence escalates, threatening human rights not only within the country but also regionally.  The U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, warns of catastrophic consequences for civilians amidst the pervasive armed […]

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 THE U.S HIGHLIGHTS WIDESPREAD BRIBERY REQUESTS FROM KENYAN STATE OFFICIALS

THE U.S HIGHLIGHTS WIDESPREAD BRIBERY REQUESTS FROM KENYAN STATE OFFICIALS

Faith  Nyasuguta  The United States of America has flagged rampant bribe requests and extortion of U.S. firms by Kenyan government officials to secure tenders, as outlined in the 2024 National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers released on March 29 by U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai.  This revelation sheds light on the challenges […]

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 ZIMBABWE FOLLOWS ZAMBIA & MALAWI, DECLARES DROUGHT DISASTER

ZIMBABWE FOLLOWS ZAMBIA & MALAWI, DECLARES DROUGHT DISASTER

Faith Nyasuguta  Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa has declared a state of national disaster in response to a drought that has severely impacted farm output in the country.  This declaration follows similar actions taken in neighbouring Zambia and Malawi last month, where poor rainfall has led to decreased production of staple crops like corn, contributing to […]

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 UGANDA’S TOP COURT UPHOLDS CONTROVERSIAL ANTI-GAY LAW, BUT CITES RIGHTS VIOLATIONS

UGANDA’S TOP COURT UPHOLDS CONTROVERSIAL ANTI-GAY LAW, BUT CITES RIGHTS VIOLATIONS

Faith Nyasuguta In a landmark ruling, Uganda’s Constitutional Court upheld the controversial Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 on Wednesday, rejecting a bid to overturn one of the world’s toughest anti-gay laws.  Deputy Chief Justice Richard Buteera declared the court’s decision, stating, “We decline to nullify the law in its entirety, nor will we grant a permanent injunction […]

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 EGYPTIAN PRESIDENT ABDEL FATTAH AL-SISI SWORN IN FOR 3RD TERM

EGYPTIAN PRESIDENT ABDEL FATTAH AL-SISI SWORN IN FOR 3RD TERM

Faith Nyasuguta Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi embarked on his third term on Tuesday in the country’s new capital amid the backdrop of mega-projects symbolizing his leadership, despite financial strains.  In power for the past decade, the 69-year-old former army chief is set to remain president until 2030. Speaking before parliament, Sisi vowed to “remain […]

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