Hargeisa, Somaliland| Somaliland’s newly elected President, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering stronger diplomatic and economic ties with neighboring Ethiopia and Djibouti. Speaking at a high-profile event in Hargeisa on Sunday, President Irro underscored the strategic importance of these relationships in advancing Somaliland’s economic development, security, and regional cooperation. In […]
In one of its earliest moves to enforce a hardline immigration policy, the administration of Donald Trump, who returns to the White House on Monday, is set to initiate large-scale arrests of undocumented immigrants across the United States starting Tuesday. This development was confirmed by Tom Homan, the newly appointed “border czar,” during an interview […]
🇵🇸Image: A child reacts as people attend a protest organized to celebrate the announcement of the ceasefire in Gaza, at Yarmouk camp in Damascus, Syria on January 17, 2025| Photo by REUTERS/Yamam Al Shaar.
Mombasa, Kenya| Senator Mohamed Faki has urged the Mombasa County Government to prioritize the completion of stalled development projects and improve service delivery to residents. Speaking during a countywide oversight initiative, Senator Faki emphasized the need for accountability and efficiency in the implementation of devolved government projects. The Senator, who chairs the County Oversight Committee, […]
In a significant development, President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday that a ceasefire and hostage agreement have been reached between Israel and Hamas, signaling an end to 15 months of conflict and hardship in Gaza. The deal was brokered through intensive diplomatic efforts and comes with the promise of increased humanitarian aid to the region. […]
In a historic and unprecedented move, South Korean authorities have detained the nation’s impeached president, Yoon Suk-yeol, on charges of insurrection. The allegations stem from Yoon’s controversial decision to briefly impose martial law, a measure that was swiftly overturned by the National Assembly. The Joint Investigation Headquarters confirmed the arrest in a formal statement, saying, […]
In a decisive step toward decolonizing Burkina Faso’s judiciary and reclaiming cultural sovereignty, President Captain Ibrahim Traoré has announced a ban on the wearing of British and French colonial-style wigs by judges. The move underscores the country’s commitment to shedding remnants of foreign influence and fostering a stronger sense of national identity. Judges in Burkina […]
In a significant move aimed at revitalizing the nation’s infrastructure and spurring economic growth, the government has announced its plans to resume all stalled road construction projects across the country. The initiative is expected to improve transportation networks, enhance connectivity, and facilitate access to essential services. Speaking on the matter, George Kariuki, Chairman of the […]
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has extended his gratitude to the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Italy for implementing a new wave of sanctions against Russia this week. These measures, aimed at intensifying economic and political pressure on Moscow, were described by Zelenskyy as a “good sanctions strike” during his latest address. Targeting Russia’s […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia| Somalia and Ethiopia announced on Saturday the restoration of full diplomatic relations, marking the end of a year-long rift that had posed significant challenges to stability in the volatile Horn of Africa. The announcement followed a visit by Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to Addis Ababa, where he met with Ethiopian Prime […]
