Faith Nyasuguta Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy stands trial on allegations of accepting a €50 million in illegal campaign financing from late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi to fund his 2007 presidential campaign. The trial, which began on Monday in Paris, marks the culmination of a decade-long investigation into accusations that have dogged Sarkozy’s career since […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The rising cost of living in African cities has become a pressing concern for residents as 2025 begins. Urban hubs like Lagos, Nairobi, Johannesburg, and Accra face challenges with escalating prices for housing, food, healthcare, transportation, and utilities. This persistent trend reflects broader economic struggles, affecting millions of lives and shaping the development […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Vice President Kamala Harris will oversee Congress’ certification of the 2024 presidential election results, confirming Donald Trump’s Electoral College victory. This constitutional duty, while difficult for Harris, highlights the resilience of democratic institutions. Harris, the first woman, first Black woman, and first South Asian woman to serve as Vice President, has been a […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Cameroon’s long-serving President, Paul Biya, has announced his intention to seek an eighth term in office, promising to address the “immense challenges” facing the nation. In his New Year’s address, Biya, who turns 92 next month, pledged to improve the living conditions of Cameroonians and ensure access to basic social services. Biya’s announcement […]
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Faith Nyasuguta A record 46,843 people arrived in Spain’s Canary Islands by sea in 2024, navigating the perilous Atlantic migration route, according to Spain’s interior ministry. In total, Spain received 63,970 migrants via irregular routes last year, with the majority landing in the Atlantic archipelago. This marks an increase from 56,852 in 2023. Meanwhile, the […]
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Faith Nyasuguta In a powerful and heartfelt speech delivered to a massive crowd gathered in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis called on world leaders of wealthy nations to take decisive action to alleviate the financial burdens of less privileged nations. The occasion was the Vatican’s 2025 Jubilee Year, a time of reflection, forgiveness, and renewal […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, holds a unique place in Africa’s history, remembered for his commitment to peace, human rights, and humanitarian efforts. His actions, both during and after his presidency, significantly impacted the continent, leaving a legacy of hope and progress. Carter’s engagement with Africa began during his […]
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Faith Nyasuguta In a landmark decision, Zimbabwe has officially abolished the death penalty, nearly 20 years after its last execution. President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed the law into effect following the cabinet’s decision to eliminate capital punishment in June. The announcement was made through a government decree issued on Tuesday by Chief Secretary to the Cabinet, […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) has named ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad as the “Corrupt Person of the Year 2024,” citing his devastating impact on Syria. Kenyan President William Ruto and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ranked second and third, respectively, in the current list. OCCRP awarded Assad the top […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Ivory Coast has announced the withdrawal of French troops, marking the end of a decades-long military presence and aligning with a broader West African trend of reducing ties with the former colonizer. In a televised address on Tuesday, President Alassane Ouattara confirmed the departure of the 43rd BIMA marine infantry battalion stationed at […]
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