Arero, Ethiopia| The Borana community is making final preparations for the much-anticipated 72nd Gadaa Power Handover Ceremony, set to take place later this month at the revered Badhassa Cultural Site in Arero District, East Borana Zone. This historic occasion will mark the peaceful transfer of leadership within one of Africa’s most sophisticated indigenous democratic systems—the […]
The United Kingdom has summoned Rwanda’s High Commissioner in response to escalating tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The summons after M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Kigali, have made significant territorial gains in the country’s restive eastern regions. UK Condemns Rwanda’s Alleged Involvement In a strongly worded statement published online and on social […]
Burundian authorities have begun withdrawing their troops from Bukavu, a city under rebel control in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), according to multiple sources, including a Burundian army officer and two United Nations officials. The development, which took place on Tuesday, comes at a time of heightened regional tensions and growing concerns about […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Kenya has defended its decision to engage with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) amid strong criticism from Sudan, asserting that its diplomatic actions are driven by a commitment to regional peace and stability rather than an endorsement of the paramilitary group. The move has sparked a diplomatic row, raising concerns about Kenya’s role […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, the leader of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and former commander of the notorious Janjaweed militia, arrived in Nairobi on Sunday to spearhead the highly anticipated unveiling of Sudan’s “Government of Peace and Unity.” The move signals a direct challenge to the internationally recognized administration based in Port Sudan, setting […]
In a landmark victory, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, a seasoned diplomat from Djibouti, has been elected as the new Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). The 60-year-old veteran secured the highly coveted position in a fiercely contested election, defeating Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, in the final round of voting. With this win, Mahamoud […]
•AU Refused to Be a Hostage of Kenya’s Internal Affairs, Djibouti Says Djibouti has strongly criticized Kenyan President William Ruto’s reaction to the defeat of his preferred candidate, Raila Odinga, in the race for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. The sharp response came after Djibouti’s Mahmoud Ali Youssouf was declared the winner, having secured […]
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 […]
