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Sierra Leone Imposes Nationwide Curfew After Armed Attack on Military Barracks in Freetown

FREETOWN, Sierra Leone — Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio declared a nationwide curfew Sunday after gunmen attacked the military’s main and largest barracks in the West African nation’s capital, raising fears of a breakdown of order amid a surge of coups

November 26, 2023

Africa·Zimbabwe

Drowning in Silence: Kariba’s Call, Zimbabwe’s Leadership Ebb, and the Urgent Plea for Change

In recent years, the lamentations over Zimbabwe’s state of affairs have echoed not only within its borders but across the global community. The country, endowed with abundant resources – rich minerals and a favorable agricultural climate – finds itself ensnared in a

November 24, 2023

Africa

South Africa Parliament Votes to Shut Israeli Embassy

South Africa’s parliament has passed a non-binding resolution urging the government to close the Israeli embassy in the country. This resolution, led by lawmaker Julius Malema of the EFF opposition party, labels Israel as an “apartheid state” and garnered 248 votes in

November 21, 2023

Africa·Breaking News·South Africa·United Kingdom·Zimbabwe

Unmasking Uebert Angel’s Checkered Past and Ongoing Controversies

In the midst of the political fervor and election aftermath, it is imperative that we do not allow the dust to settle too quickly on another pressing matter – the Gold Mafia scandal and the individuals embroiled in its web of corruption.

September 2, 2023

Africa·Breaking News·Zimbabwe

Pan African Parliament (PAP) Revokes Uebert Angel’s Ambassadorial appointment

In a surprising turn of events, the appointment of Uebert Angel as an ambassador for the Pan African Parliament (PAP) has been revoked. This unexpected development has left many questioning the legitimacy of the initial appointment. Chief Fortune Charumbira, the outgoing president

August 28, 2023

William Ruto sworn in as Kenya's fifth president

Africa

Kenyan President William Ruto Criticizes Supreme Court’s Ruling on LGBTQ Rights Organization

In a recent development, President William Ruto of Kenya criticized a Supreme Court ruling that permitted an activist to register an LGBTQ rights organization in the country. The ruling, which was made on February 24, dismissed a further appeal by the national

March 2, 2023

Africa

Zimbabwe’s Presidential Communications Chief George Charamba labels Obasanjo foolish

George Charamba, the Deputy Chief Secretary-Presidential Communications in the Office of the President of Zimbabwe, has caused a stir with his insulting remarks about Olusegun Obasanjo, the former President of Nigeria. As the official spokesperson for President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Charamba labelled Obasanjo

March 1, 2023

Africa·Breaking News

Lessons for Zimbabwean Opposition Parties from Nigerian Presidential Election

The recent Nigerian presidential election has provided some valuable lessons for opposition parties in Zimbabwe. Despite his age, President-elect Tinubu was able to effectively communicate his message to the electorate, proving that age is not necessarily a factor in winning an election.

March 1, 2023

Africa

Nigerians vote for new president, delays seen at some polling stations

KANO, Nigeria (Reuters) -Nigerians started voting on Saturday to elect a successor to President Muhammadu Buhari, with many hoping the next leader will steer Africa’s most populous nation and biggest economy on a new course after years of worsening violence and hardship.

February 25, 2023

Africa

Nigeria Braces for Highly Contested Presidential Election

Nigeria is preparing for a fiercely contested presidential election, set to take place tomorrow, with the most open race in years. The presidential candidates from the two dominant parties, which have taken turns in power for more than 20 years, now face

February 24, 2023

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