The long-awaited voter registration for the 2024 elections in Cameroon finally came to a close. According to the Director of Elections, registrations closed this Saturday, August 31, at precisely 2:00 PM local time, marking the…
Southern Libyan Protests Shut Down Key Oil Fields,…
Fueling Frustration: Demands Drive Protests Residents of Libya's southern Fezzan region have taken to the streets, voicing their frustrations with inadequate infrastructure, unemployment, and a lack of access to basic necessities like healthcare and fuel.…
UAE’s Unseen Efforts in Russia Ukraine Prisoner Exchange
A Step Towards Peace In a groundbreaking development, Ukraine and Russia have announced their first prisoner exchange since August 2023, marking a significant step towards de-escalation. The exchange involved nearly 500 prisoners captured by both…
Italy’s Giorgia Meloni Advocates Strategic Investments to Stem…
Meloni's Vision for Africa's Development Giorgia Meloni's leadership amplifies Italy's commitment to fostering Africa's progress through strategic initiatives. Highlighting the significance of partnerships and targeted investments, she asserts that aiding African nations in strengthening their…
Somalia Protests Ethiopian Lease Deal: Concerns Over Sovereignty…
Rally Against the Maritime Pact In a powerful display of dissent, Somali civilians gathered at Conis Stadium to protest Ethiopia's exclusive 50-year sea lease, expressing deep concerns over Somalia's sovereignty. Locals were able to express…
Ethiopia and Somaliland Strike a Deal for Red…
The Landlocked Dilemma: Ethiopia's Strategic Move Ethiopia, landlocked and reliant on Djibouti for its marine trade, took a strategic step by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Somaliland, granting access to the port of…
Somalia and Somaliland Agree on Roadmap for Future…
Mogadishu, Somalia After years of tension and conflict, Somalia and the breakaway region of Somaliland have reached a historic agreement on eight principles that will guide future negotiations. The landmark deal, signed in Djibouti under…
Congo on Edge: Opposition Protests Erupt Over Disputed…
A Tumultuous Vote and Mounting Frustrations Congo's recent presidential and legislative elections, held on December 20, 2023, were marred by logistical challenges and accusations of fraud. The opposition claims widespread irregularities, including delays, voting extensions…
Chad’s New Constitution Approved, But Opposition Cries FoulChad’s…
Referendum Results Spark Dispute and Raise Doubts About Legitimacy Chad's December 18th referendum on a new constitution has plunged the country into political turmoil. While the official results boast an 86% approval rate, a chorus…
RefugeeSustaining Hope: UAE’s Long-Term Support for Sudanese Refugeess
UAE's 100-Tonne Aid for South Sudanese Refugees In a testament to its commitment to global welfare, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a decisive step by dispatching a plane laden with 100 tonnes of…
Democratic Republic of the Congo Elections 2023: A…
Political Landscape Unveiled The DRC's election fervor is palpable as voters engage in a critical decision-making process. President Felix Tshisekedi seeks re-election amid a fragmented opposition, sparking a charged environment in a nation striving for…
Egypt’s President Al-Sisi Secures Controversial Third Term Amid…
Election Outcome Amid Predictability Egypt's President Al-Sisi clinched a third term with an anticipated landslide victory, securing 89.6% of the vote in an election where viable contenders were notably absent. His triumph, though expected, arrives…
The African Union Transition Mission Resumes Security Handover…
State House and Legislative Building Handover The State House, also referred to as Villa Somalia, serves as the residence and workplace of Somali President Mohammed Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. ATMIS has now transferred security responsibilities for…
US Spearheads Global AI Military Protocol, Seeking African…
Stirring Concerns in Military Cooperation The United States has taken a proactive stance in mobilizing East African nations to endorse its vision of regulating artificial intelligence (AI) in military applications. This endeavor, encapsulated in the…
The UK Government’s Funding Surge for Asylum Seeker…
Government Bolsters Funding for Asylum Seeker Transfer The United Kingdom's government recently unveiled an additional injection of a hundred million pounds earmarked for facilitating the transfer of asylum seekers to Rwanda. This financial boost comes…
Egypt Hails China Collaboration in Space: Launches MISRAT-2…
Egypt's Space Agency Commends China's Space Partnership The recent launch of the MISRAT-2 satellite marks a pivotal moment in Egypt's space exploration journey, thanks to a significant collaboration with China. Sherif Sedky, CEO of the…
Challenges and Controversies: G5 Sahel Withdrawals and Human…
Withdrawals from G5 Sahel: Setbacks and Discontent The decision by the military chiefs of Burkina Faso and Niger to withdraw from the G5 anti-jihadist group highlights the persistent struggles against insurgents in the Sahel region.…
South Africa Injects Billions to Salvage Transnet Amid…
Government Intervention for Transnet: A Vital Rescue Mission In a bold move to salvage the ailing state-owned Transnet firm, the South African government has pledged 47 billion rand (2.3 billion euros) to bolster the struggling…
The World’s First Malaria Vaccine: A New Era…
Landmark Shipment: Malaria Vaccine Reaches Cameroon Cameroon received a significant delivery on November 22nd—the first consignment of the World Health Organization (WHO)-recommended malaria vaccine. This marks the vaccine's initial dispatch to a country outside the…
