Lusaka, Zambia| The nation mourns the loss of Corporal Stephen Sakachoma, a dedicated Zambian Army UN peacekeeper, who will be laid to rest today at Leopards Memorial Park in Lusaka. His tragic death has left an indelible mark on his family, colleagues, and the country, as tributes pour in for a man remembered for his […]
•Tah Has Signalled Robust Leadership for Africa’s Future In a landmark decision, Sidi Ould Tah of Mauritania was elected President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group during the institution’s Annual Meetings held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The announcement, met with widespread anticipation, marks a pivotal moment for the AfDB, […]
•Cirro Set to Inaugurate New Embassy in Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya| President Cabdiraxmaan Maxamed Cabdillaahi (Cirro) of the Republic of Somaliland has commenced a multi-day official working visit to Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, marking a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at deepening bilateral relations and expanding Somaliland’s international presence. The high-level visit, which underscores Somaliland’s growing […]
•Chombo Has Established Herself as the Boldest Voice for Youth and Gender Equity At just 26 years old, Lesego Chombo shattered the political glass ceiling to become Botswana’s youngest-ever cabinet minister, adding yet another milestone to a remarkable trajectory that spans beauty, law, and activism. Crowned Miss Botswana 2022 and Miss World Africa 2024, Chombo […]
In a move that significantly escalates tensions in the Horn of Africa, the Federal Government of Somalia has issued a new directive barring holders of Taiwanese passports from entering or transiting through its airspace—including the self-declared independent region of Somaliland. The measure, which came into effect on April 30, 2025, was formalized through a Notice […]
Hargeisa, Somaliland| The Republic of Somaliland has officially suspended all ongoing and future dialogue with the Federal Government of Somalia, following what it described as a provocative and unlawful visit by Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre to the disputed city of Las Anod on April 12. The visit, which was unannounced and uncoordinated with […]
•Civilians Targeted in Haro Limu District as Residents Blame Oromo Liberation Army for Reprisal Killings Haro Limu, Oromia Region, Ethiopia| At least 29 civilians were killed in a wave of violent attacks between 07 and 12 April in Haro Limu district, East Wollega Zone of Ethiopia’s Oromia region, in what local residents describe as retaliatory […]
•The Visit of Such Nature by a High-Ranking Federal Government Official Last Happened Over 40 Years Ago LasAnod, Somalia| In a landmark moment for Somalia’s political landscape, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre arrived in LasAnod on Saturday, marking the first visit by a sitting Somali premier to the city in more than four decades. The […]
The United Nations has voiced grave concern over what it calls “credible reports” of summary executions of civilians by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) in Khartoum, following the military’s recent recapture of the capital from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). In a statement issued this week, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker […]
Russia is increasingly expanding its geopolitical footprint in Africa by solidifying strategic alliances with the military-led governments of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—collectively known as the Alliance of Sahelian States (AES). This growing partnership marks a significant shift in regional power dynamics, as Moscow seeks both political influence and access to Africa’s vast mineral wealth. […]
