Faith Nyasuguta Gabon’s transitional government has announced April 12 as the date for its presidential election, a critical step toward reinstating civilian governance after the August 2023 coup ended the Bongo family’s 55-year grip on power. This milestone decision was made during a council of ministers meeting led by military leader General Brice Clotaire Oligui […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The South Sudanese government has ordered internet providers to block access to social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, following violent protests in Juba. The unrest was triggered by reports of the deaths of 29 South Sudanese nationals during clashes in Sudan, which escalated into looting targeting Sudanese-owned businesses in the capital. In […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Ghana is exploring cannabis cultivation and sales as a promising new avenue to boost its economy, with projections of earning $1 billion annually from the industry. Mark Darko, CEO of the Chamber of Cannabis Industry, emphasized the financial potential of cannabis during the launch of the Chamber’s Cannabis Training Center in Accra. The […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi declared on Wednesday that Egypt would exert maximum efforts to ensure the ceasefire in Gaza is fully enforced. He emphasized his country’s commitment to rejecting violence and striving for peace while continuing mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas. “Egypt is striving with all its power and sincere efforts […]
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Faith Nyasuguta M23 rebels seized Minova, a key town in eastern Congo’s South Kivu province, authorities confirmed. Minova, strategically located on the shores of Lake Kivu, serves as a major supply route for Goma, the provincial capital situated 45 kilometers away. The capture has triggered a mass exodus as civilians flee in the face of […]
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Faith Nyasuguta In a bold move to promote regional integration and tourism, Kenya has announced visa-free travel for citizens of nearly all African countries, except Libya and Somalia, citing security concerns. The new policy was approved during the first Cabinet meeting of 2025, chaired by President William Ruto at the State Lodge in Kakamega. This […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Comedian and television personality Trevor Noah has been announced as the host for the 2025 Grammy Awards, marking his fifth consecutive year in this role. The 67th annual Grammy Awards will take place on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Despite the devastating wildfires in Southern California, the Recording […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Burkina Faso, Niger and Mali have announced plans to form a 5,000-member military unit to combat the persistent jihadist violence that has plagued the Sahel region for over a decade. The initiative reflects their determination to reclaim security in a region that has long struggled with extremist threats linked to Al-Qaeda and Islamic […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Jury selection will start Tuesday for A$AP Rocky’s trial, where he faces charges of firing a gun at his former friend. If convicted, the 36-year-old hip-hop star could face up to 24 years in prison. Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, has pleaded not guilty to two felony charges of assault with […]
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Faith Nyasuguta In one of the most dramatic and chaotic Champions League matches ever, Barcelona staged an incredible comeback to defeat Benfica 5-4 with a last-minute goal from Raphinha. The game, played on January 21, 2025, at Estadio da Luz in Lisbon, saw a series of bizarre goals, a red card, and intense controversy. Benfica […]
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