Wayne Lumbasi Venezuela shipped 113 metric tonnes of gold from its central bank to Switzerland between 2013 and 2016, a move that generated around 4.14 billion Swiss francs (approximately $5.20 billion) as the country grappled with a deepening economic crisis under President Nicolas Maduro. The shipments, revealed through Swiss customs data, took place shortly after […]
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Wayne Lumbasi The United States has suspended all assistance to Somalia’s federal government following claims that food aid intended for vulnerable populations was illegally seized. The move, announced by the U.S. State Department, underscores Washington’s “zero-tolerance” policy toward the diversion or misuse of life-saving humanitarian aid. According to U.S. officials, Somali authorities allegedly destroyed a […]
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Wayne Lumbasi The United States has expanded its visa enforcement measures, introducing rules that may require visitors from several countries to post a refundable bond of up to $15,000 before being issued short-term visas. The policy applies to applicants seeking B-1 business and B-2 tourist visas and is part of a broader effort by U.S. […]
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Wayne Lumbasi U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Venezuela will transfer between 30 million and 50 million barrels of crude oil to the United States, a move that marks a significant shift in the energy and political landscape of the region. Trump said the oil would be sold at prevailing market prices, with the […]
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Wayne Lumbasi The African Union (AU) has formally called on Israel to immediately revoke its recognition of Somaliland, warning that the move threatens Somalia’s sovereignty and risks destabilising the wider Horn of Africa region. In a statement issued after a ministerial meeting of the AU Peace and Security Council in Addis Ababa on Tuesday, the […]
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Wayne Lumbasi Israel has issued a fresh warning to Iran over its ballistic missile program, signalling that it will not allow Tehran to rebuild or expand capabilities it considers a direct threat to its national security. The warning comes amid heightened regional tension and renewed focus on Iran’s military activities following months of confrontation and […]
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Wayne Lumbasi Colombian President Gustavo Petro has issued a stark warning that his country will resist any foreign military aggression, following remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump that suggested Colombia could face military pressure after Washington’s recent operation in Venezuela. Speaking through a series of messages on social media, Petro said Colombia would defend its […]
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Wayne Lumbasi U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply escalated tensions in Latin America by openly threatening a possible military operation against Colombia, days after a controversial U.S. raid in Venezuela that led to the capture of President Nicolàs Maduro. The remarks, delivered casually but with serious implications, have alarmed regional governments and raised fears of […]
Read MoreWayne Lumbasi The Africa Cup of Nations delivered another thrilling day of knockout football on Sunday as the Round of 16 intensified, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. Across stadiums in Morocco, the drama, skill, and tension of Africa’s premier football tournament were on full display. Hosts Morocco continued to assert themselves as […]
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Wayne Lumbasi Somalia and Turkey are preparing to embark on a historic offshore oil and gas drilling venture in 2026, marking the first time Turkey will conduct deepwater exploration beyond its borders. The project, which is set to begin early next year, is expected to unlock significant hydrocarbon potential off Somalia’s coast and strengthen strategic […]
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