Guinea-Bissau sets August 30 referendum on expanding presidential powers
Guinea-Bissau will hold a Constitutional referendum on August 30, 2026, to decide whether to replace its parliamentary system with a presidential one, according to a […]
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Nigeria to Pursue Compensation for Citizens’ Abandoned Property After South Africa Exodus
Nigeria has announced plans to seek compensation from South Africa for properties and businesses abandoned by its citizens who fled recent anti-migrant protests in the […]
Angola’s military leadership reaffirms national commitment to peace and regional stability
Angola’s Armed Forces Chief of General Staff has reiterated on June 30 the country’s firm commitment to peace, stability, and international cooperation, according to a […]
Uganda military chief orders shutdown of major media outlets amid press freedom fears
Uganda’s military chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba ordered the shutdown of major media outlets belonging to Nation Media Group on Sunday, 28 June 2026, escalating tensions […]
Zimbabwe Senate Approves Constitutional Changes to Delay Elections and Reshape Presidential System
The Senate of Zimbabwe has approved on June 24 constitutional amendments that could significantly reshape the country’s electoral system, including delaying the next presidential election […]
England Stalled by Resolute Ghana as World Cup Qualification Wait Continues
Ghana were held to a goalless draw by England at Boston Stadium, missing the opportunity to secure an early place in the last 32 of […]
South Africa Urges Calm Ahead of Planned Anti-Immigration Protests
South Africa’s Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has urged citizens to exercise restraint and observe the law during planned nationwide demonstrations against illegal immigration scheduled […]
Victims of Police Brutality in Kenya Threaten Fresh Protests Over Compensation Disputes
Victims of Police brutality linked to the 2024 protests in Kenya have threatened renewed demonstrations, accusing the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) of […]
Ugandan Opposition Lawyer Charged With Concealing Treason After Arrest Ordered by Army Chief
A Ugandan court on June 17, 2026, charged opposition lawyer and politician Erias Lukwago with concealing treason, days after he was arrested on the orders […]
Mbappé Makes History as France Defeat Senegal in World Cup Group Opener
Kylian Mbappé delivered a landmark performance as France defeated Senegal 3-1 in their opening Group I match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, at MetLife […]