Faith Nyasuguta Togo may be the next nation to shift its allegiance from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), sparking discussions about regional alliances and sovereignty in West Africa. Although no formal steps have been taken, Togolese Foreign Minister Robert Dussey recently hinted at the possibility […]
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Faith Nyasuguta On the eve of his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump vowed to tackle the nation’s challenges with urgency and determination. Speaking to an energized crowd in Washington on Sunday, Trump promised to resolve “every single crisis” facing the United States, starting with a crackdown on illegal immigration. Trump, 78, focused on immigration during his […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Dangote’s oil refinery in Nigeria is reshaping global fuel markets, with its impact now being felt in Europe. According to the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), the massive production of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at the $20.5 billion Dangote refinery is disrupting Europe’s gasoline market, forcing adjustments in trade flows. For […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has accepted an invitation from Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu to visit the West African nation. The announcement was made by Nigeria’s presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga. President Tinubu recently traveled to Abu Dhabi to attend Sustainability Week, a forum focused […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Zimbabwe’s opposition has shocked many by announcing it will not oppose calls to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term by two years, sparking heated debates on the integrity of the country’s politics. Critics now question whether this decision was driven by genuine political alignment or fueled by hidden incentives. President Mnangagwa’s second and final […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The United States has imposed sanctions on Sudan’s army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, accusing him of prioritizing conflict over negotiations in a civil war that has claimed tens of thousands of lives and displaced millions. The US Treasury Department stated that under Burhan’s leadership, the army has employed tactics such as indiscriminate bombing […]
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Faith Nyasuguta By 1879, Uganda had already carved out a remarkable place in the annals of medical history. At a time when Europe was grappling with high maternal and infant mortality rates during childbirth, the indigenous healers of Uganda were performing successful cesarean sections, a feat that left European observers astounded and deeply impressed. The […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The aviation industry is thriving globally, and Africa is no exception, as airports across the continent saw significant growth in 2024. Driven by increased urbanization, tourism, and the expansion of trade networks, African airports have become critical hubs for international and domestic travel. As more people take to the skies, the aviation sector […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Rwanda announced on Wednesday its first oil discovery, confirming 13 reservoirs in Lake Kivu, which borders the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This breakthrough comes after over a decade of exploration in the lake. “We have oil,” said Francis Kamanzi, CEO of the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board, during a parliamentary hearing, […]
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Faith Nyasuguta After a 15-month conflict that devastated the Gaza Strip, Israel and Hamas have reached a landmark ceasefire agreement, mediators announced on Wednesday. This pivotal deal offers a pause to one of the deadliest and most destructive wars in the region’s history, with the potential to pave the way for lasting peace. Details of […]
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