Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga has downplayed his defeat in the race for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson position, stating that he harbors no bitterness over the outcome. Instead, he expressed contentment and a willingness to continue serving Africa in different capacities. Speaking after the results were announced, Odinga emphasized that competition inherently […]
•European Leaders to Discuss Response to U.S.-Russia Negotiations in Saudi Arabia French President Emmanuel Macron has convened an emergency summit of European Union (EU) leaders following the announcement that Moscow and Washington will engage in Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia—excluding European nations from the negotiations. The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump and […]
Hargeisa, Somaliland| Young Somali singer Haboon Nura was greeted by an overwhelming crowd of fans and well-wishers as she arrived at Egal International Airport in Hargeisa this afternoon. Her return was met with an outpouring of support from government officials, fellow artists, social media influencers, and hundreds of dedicated fans who gathered to welcome her […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| Ethiopia and Mauritius have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations through enhanced collaboration in key sectors, including trade, tourism, and aviation. This was highlighted during a high-level meeting on the sidelines of the 38th African Union (AU) Summit, where Ethiopia’s State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Mesganu Arga, and the CEO […]
Bethelsdorp, South Africa| Moegsien Hendricks, widely recognized as the world’s first openly gay imam, was shot dead in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The 58-year-old cleric was reportedly in Bethelsdorp, near Gqeberha, to officiate a wedding between a lesbian couple when he was brutally attacked in what appears […]
In a dramatic and highly contested election, Djibouti’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has been elected as the new Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). Youssouf emerged victorious after seven intense rounds of voting, ultimately defeating Kenya’s Raila Odinga and Madagascar’s Foreign Affairs Minister Richard Randriamandarto. Youssouf secured his win after Odinga, Kenya’s […]
Kyiv, Ukraine| Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reportedly had a heated exchange with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a private meeting in Kyiv on February 12, after the American official pressed Ukraine to sign over 50% of its critical mineral reserves as compensation for U.S. aid, according to a report by the Financial Times (FT). […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, actively participated in the opening of the 38th African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government Summit, which commenced in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The high-level meeting brought together African leaders to discuss key issues affecting the continent, including leadership transitions, regional […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to participate in the 38th African Union (AU) Summit, a high-level gathering of African leaders focused on continental development, security, and cooperation. Upon his arrival at Bole International Airport, President Ramaphosa was warmly received by Ethiopia’s Minister of Innovation and Technology, […]
Migori County health officials have confirmed an outbreak of cholera in Kuria East Sub-County, with five reported cases and one fatality since the disease was first detected two days ago. Speaking to the press, Migori County Executive Committee Member for Health, Caleb Opondi, revealed that the first case was identified in Sanguri Village, where the […]
