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Lost Childhoods: The Impact of War on Sudan’s Youngest

In an interview conducted in Sudan, Sheldon Yett, the UNICEF Representative in the nation, expressed that, “Kids, didn’t start this war. They are not the ones who are really fighting this war, and they’re not responsible for this war. But they are the victims.” He added, “It’s one thing for somebody to say something at […]

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2024 African Entertainment Awards USA: Complete List of Nominees

Founded in 2015, the initiative has celebrated African entertainment and achievement around the world, with the aim of uniting Africans, including those in the Caribbean, while promoting an empowered Africa that drives social change.  More than 50 categories, including music, film, sport and fashion, will be honoured at this year’s ceremony. Nominations began to be […]

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Mozambique votes for president and the ruling party could extend its 49 years in power

Mozambique is currently voting for a new president on Wednesday in an election and it’s expected to extend the party’s rule as it completes 49 years in power since the southern African nation gained independence from Portugal in 1975. Daniel Chapo is the candidate for the ruling Frelimo seeking the need to succeed President Filipe […]

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Why are drought-stricken African countries slaughtering elephants?

Some regions of southern Africa are slaughtering elephants and other wildlife to feed their starving populations, at a time when the drought in these countries is the worst for more than a century. The decision comes after countries decided to slaughter elephants and other wildlife to cope with food insecurity caused by the current drought. […]

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Reelection strengthens Kais Saied’s grip on power

Kais Saied, a 66 year old Tunisian politician who is known for his anti-corruption stance during the campaign of the 2019 Presidential election. Later, his tenure has been criticised as a controversial leadership and has been compared with the former Tunisia’s dictator Zine El Abidine Ben Ali. Amidst all of these, the re-election took place […]

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Saqr Ghobash Engages in Parliamentary Cooperation Talks with Comoros Parliament President

The Union of the Comoros Parliamentary Council received His Excellency Engineer Mustadran Abdo, President of the Federal Parliament of the Union of the Comoros, and the accompanying delegation at the Council’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday to discuss ways of strengthening parliamentary cooperation relations between the two parties. During his reception at the Council’s […]

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Cooperation between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates strengthened with a view to mutual growth

Links between the United Arab Emirates and Nigeria have reached an important milestone with the resumption of daily Emirates Airlines flights between Lagos and Dubai.  The development coincided with the recent 64th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence day. It will facilitate travel and business opportunities between the two nations. The announcement by Emirates Airlines also hinted […]

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AFRICOM Chief on threats, way forward for US military in Africa

The Commander in Chief of the US armed forces in Africa General Micheal Langley has started to mould the presence of the army in the continent after the withdrawal of the forces from Niger.  There is a great deal of uncertainty in  the region as counter terrorism  operations are in full swing to keep up […]

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The President of the United Arab Emirates begins an official working visit to Egypt

As part of His Highness’ working visit to Egypt, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi attended a ceremony in honour of the graduates of the Egyptian Military Academy and Colleges. On arrival at the Egyptian Military Academy, His Highness and President El-Sisi were welcomed by […]

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United Nations official pledges support for Somalia despite election-related difficulties

Speaking at a Security Council meeting on Thursday, the head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNAMA) pledged that the United Nations would stand by Somalia as the country faces challenges including upcoming elections. His announcement was welcomed by Somalia’s Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi Ahmed, who said, ‘We look forward to working […]

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UAE plans to invest $23 billion in low-carbon energy solutions over the next five years

United Arab Emirates will invest $23 billion over five years in next-generation low-carbon energy, such as hydrogen and ammonia, to capture 5% of the world’s clean hydrogen production by 2030, a senior Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) official told Nikkei. As ADNOC continues to develop oil and natural gas, it will produce hydrogen and […]

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Controversy over conditions of detention of ‘StopGalamseyNow’ protesters in Ghana

Oliver Mawuse Barker Vormawor, the organiser of the ‘StopGalamseyNow’ demonstration, and 11 other demonstrators have been remanded in custody until 8 October. The total number of protesters remanded in custody now stands at 52, prompting a public outcry. A large police presence filled the Accra Magistrates’ Court as the defendants, all handcuffed, appeared. Defendant Barker […]

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Kenya’s Deputy President facing an Impending Impeachment Motion

Rigathi Gachagua, 59 year old Kenyan Deputy President has been alleged for promoting ethnic divisions, subverting President William Ruto, his connections to the recent anti-government protests, encouraging discord within the political landscape, and ruining the unity of the administration. Rigathi Gachagua has been serving as the Deputy President since 2022. It is expected that he […]

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UAE Invests $30 million to Support Ghana’s Biodiversity and Climate Goals

In an effort to combat the climate crisis worldwide, the United Arab Emirates has united with Ghana to commit $30 million to biodiversity projects, reforestation, and agroecology. This joint initiative was announced on 29 September 2024, through which both governments sought to further nature-based solutions toward stopping climate change while simultaneously empowering local communities, promoting […]

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Police Deployment in Haiti by Kenya Strengthens Security-Ruto Urges International Support

While visiting Haiti last Saturday, Kenyan President William Ruto praised the great progress in the security build-up on the island nation since 382 specially trained Kenyan police officers were deployed. The forces are part of the Multinational Security Support mission authorized by the United Nations Security Council’s Resolution 2699. President Ruto spoke Thursday at the […]

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What Sudan Needs: An Urgent Humanitarian Response, Say UN and Global Leaders

As fighting in Sudan is intensifying, with an increasingly dire hunger crisis, UN agencies and Member States called on Wednesday for urgent action to protect civilians at the UN General Assembly in New York. The present war has caused a catastrophic humanitarian situation, where millions are suffering from acute food insecurity and displacement. Meanwhile, Joyce […]