Image: President Hassan Sh. Mohamud inspecting a guard of honour in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania|Credits: Nasra Bashir Ali
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)| Tensions have escalated alarmingly in eastern DRC as heavy fighting broke out on Saturday, January 25, just 20 kilometers from Goma, the provincial capital of North Kivu. This region, long plagued by violence and instability, now faces a critical moment as the M23 rebel group advances dangerously close to […]
Isiolo, Kenya| Isiolo County Teaching and Referral Hospital (ICTRH) found itself at the center of controversy on Saturday after Senator Fatuma Dullo made an unannounced visit to the facility. Accompanied by a group of bloggers, photographers, and a large entourage of supporters, the senator’s visit has sparked heated debate, with health officials refuting claims of […]
Naivasha, Kenya| The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has intensified its call for the prosecution of political leaders accused of hate speech and incitement to violence. Chairperson Reverend (Dr.) Samuel Kobia revealed that the commission has interrogated approximately ten leaders, including prominent figures such as Kapseret MP Oscar Kipchumba Sudi, Daadab MP Farah Maalim, […]
In a controversial move that has sparked nationwide debate, the Trump administration has mandated the transfer of transgender women currently incarcerated in U.S. prisons to men’s facilities. This policy shift, which aims to alter the housing arrangements of transgender individuals in federal prisons, is igniting heated discussions across the country about the intersection of transgender […]
Hargeisa, Somaliland| For decades, the self-declared Republic of Somaliland has operated as a de facto state, carving out a stable and democratic enclave in a region often fraught with conflict. Despite declaring independence from Somalia in 1991, Somaliland remains unrecognized internationally, a status that many of its citizens hope could change with the involvement of […]
In a powerful address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy provided a detailed update on the ongoing Kursk operation, highlighting Ukraine’s resilience and the challenges facing the Russian military. The Ukrainian President revealed that Russian forces, despite significant troop deployments and the involvement of foreign combatants, have failed to push Ukrainian […]
The global economy has suffered a staggering $200 billion in damage due to the activities of Yemen’s Houthi rebels, according to a recent analysis by The Economist. The disruption, which has had far-reaching consequences, has significantly impacted international trade and maritime logistics, forcing nations and industries to grapple with skyrocketing costs and economic uncertainty. Background […]
Washington, US| In a moment that marks an extraordinary comeback, Donald J. Trump was sworn in on Monday as the 47th president of the United States. The ceremony, held beneath the iconic Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol, witnessed Trump taking the oath of office with one hand raised and the other resting on a Bible […]
Isiolo, Kenya| Isiolo County Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan, widely known as “Guyo,” has been named Isiolo County’s Male Personality of the Year 2024, an accolade that underscores his transformative leadership in one of Kenya’s historically marginalized regions. Governor Guyo’s exemplary governance, coupled with his unwavering commitment to development and equity, has earned him widespread recognition […]