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The Nigerian Senate has urgently appealed to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to reconsider its decision to go on a nationwide strike. The Senate is deeply concerned about the potential severe impact of the strike on ordinary Nigerians, warning that “it could lead to extreme hardship in the nation.” While the Senate respects the NLC’s […]
African leaders have united in their response to the recent coup in Niger, demanding that the junta cede power within one week or face potential military intervention. The West African regional bloc, Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), held an emergency summit in Nigeria, where it issued a stern ultimatum for the reinstatement of […]
Firebrand Senegalese opposition figure Ousmane Sonko declared on Sunday that he has commenced a hunger strike while in custody after being detained earlier this week. His arrest has been widely criticized, with his legal team denouncing the charges leveled against him. Sonko, known for his vocal criticism of President Macky Sall and his continuous legal […]
Kenyan President William Ruto has firmly stated that he will not negotiate Kenya’s security with the opposition leader, Raila Odinga. This statement comes after both sides agreed to engage in dialogue to put an end to the violent protests against Ruto’s government. The street demonstrations, led by the opposition, have resulted in at least 20 […]
A multitude of Tuareg people have gathered at the Sebeiba festival, an annual event that symbolizes the end of an ancient tribal feud. This festival, which takes place in a desert oasis town deep in the Algerian Sahara, draws thousands of semi-nomadic Tuareg, a Berber-descendant community that practices Islam and resides across regions of Algeria, […]
The African Union demanded Niger’s military “return to their barracks and restore constitutional authority” within 15 days as the EU intensified pressure on the coup leaders Saturday by suspending security cooperation with the jihadist-hit country. General Abdourahamane Tiani, head of the Presidential Guard since 2011, appeared on state television on Friday to declare himself the […]
The capital city of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kinshasa, is gearing up to host the highly anticipated ninth Francophone Games, but the event is overshadowed by worries surrounding security and safety. Despite the concerns, tens of thousands of spectators are anticipated to gather for the opening ceremony on Friday, as the Games make their […]
As Mayor of New York, I know just how important public safety is to our city, and how important the right leadership is in achieving it. Over the last 18 months, this Administration has made major progress driving down major crime, and last week I named a new leadership team at the NYPD that will […]
In the midst of war-torn Yemen’s battered landscapes and tributes to fallen soldiers, an unexpected trend is emerging in the capital city—a flourishing wave of specialty coffee houses, serving top-rated pour-over brews. Yemen, one of the most impoverished countries in the Arabian Peninsula, has a deep-rooted history with coffee. Legend has it that Sufi mystics […]
The Gambian President, Adams Barrow, has received an award in Liberia. Barrow was granted the esteemed Grand Cordon, Most Venerable Order of the Knighthood of the Pioneers (GC-MVOKP) by Liberia’s President, H.E George Manneh Weah. The award was presented during a vibrant ceremony commemorating the 176th Independence Anniversary of the Republic of Liberia in the […]
Kenya has been witnessing a series of anti-government and anti-expense protests, organized by the opposition coalition Azimio and led by veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga. However, these protests have been marred by violence, leading to a mounting death toll and clashes with the police. Raila Odinga spoke out against what he called “unprecedented police violence” […]
The central bank of Ghana announced a 50 basis points hike in its benchmark lending rate, raising it to 30%. The decision caught financial markets off-guard, as the central bank continues its ongoing efforts to stabilize the economy. Ghana has been grappling with a multitude of economic challenges, including double-digit inflation, a weakened currency (the […]
The United States has taken significant economic measures by imposing sanctions on three Malian military officers, including the Minister of Defense, for their involvement in supporting the activities of the Russian paramilitary group Wagner in Mali. The announcement was made on Monday, and the move aims to address concerns about the group’s expansion and operations […]
A prominent figure in South Africa’s national assembly, Deputy Speaker Solomon Lechesa Tsenoli, has expressed strong condemnation, stating that it will have far-reaching consequences for both Ukraine and Africa. Speaking out against the use of such weapons, Tsenoli emphasized that resorting to violence, despite objections from international oversight, is misguided and inappropriate. He expressed concern […]
Last year, at least 70 children in Gambia lost their lives due to the consumption of four types of medicine manufactured in India, as revealed by a presidential commission of inquiry. The investigation found that the syrups contained dangerously high levels of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol, chemicals commonly used as antifreeze, which proved to […]
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D, has expressed concern over the disproportionate burden of food insecurity borne by Africa, as he addressed the ongoing 18th Commonwealth Speakers’ and Presiding Officers’ Conference (CSCOP) in Yaoundé, Cameroon. In his address titled “Addressing Challenges of Food Security in Africa by Promoting Investment […]
Cambodian leader Hun Sen is poised to secure victory after a reign of nearly four decades, while simultaneously laying the groundwork for his eldest son to assume power in the future. Despite the absence of genuine opposition parties, Sunday’s vote has been widely criticized as a sham, painting a grim picture of democracy in Cambodia […]
One of my most sacred obligations as Mayor is keeping our children safe from harm. And one of the leading risks to their health is nicotine-based products, including cigarettes and e-cigarettes, also known as vapes. We have made great progress, as a city and nation, keeping our youth safe from traditional cigarette smoking—bringing down youth […]
Sudanese refugees in Cairo are facing a daunting challenge as rent prices continue to surge, leaving many families struggling to find affordable housing. The economic crisis in Egypt has created an opportunity for property owners to capitalize on the influx of refugees, further exacerbating an already dire situation. Mohannad, a 35-year-old Sudanese refugee, arrived in […]
Tunisia and the European Union (EU) have recently concluded negotiations and signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a “strategic and comprehensive partnership.” The agreement aims to tackle the issue of irregular migration and enhance economic ties between the EU and Tunisia, a North African country situated on a major migratory route to Europe. On […]