Faith Nyasuguta The Alliance of the Sahel States (AES) is making significant strides towards regional unity with the planned launch of biometric passports. This move, which will include Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, aims to simplify travel within the AES region and further solidify the trio’s breakaway from the Economic Community of West African States […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Lewis Hamilton described his debut behind the wheel of a Ferrari Formula 1 car as “one of the best feelings of my life.” The seven-time world champion made his highly anticipated track debut with Ferrari on Wednesday at the Fiorano test track in Maranello, Italy, marking the start of an exciting chapter with […]
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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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