The military’s grip on power behind FATF decision to pout Algeria on grey list
Algeria has just been placed on the FATF (Financial Action Task Force) grey list due to concerns regarding its framework for combating money laundering and […]
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Uganda: Former LRA Commander Receives 40-Year Sentence for War Crimes
Uganda’s court has sentenced former Lord’s Resistance Army commander Thomas Kwoyelo to 40 years’ imprisonment for war crimes in a landmark case. The trial marked […]
Turkey set to begin oil exploration mission in Somalia
Turkey is set to commence its oil and gas exploration mission in Somali territorial waters following the arrival of its research vessel, *Oruc Reis*, in […]
Commonwealth acknowledges ‘time has come’ to discuss slavery reparations
The 56 Commonwealth nations agreed on Saturday October 26 in Samoa that “the time has come” to discuss “restorative justice” for Britain’s colonial past, following […]
Over 77% of Africans Face Decline in Security and Democracy (Mo Ibrahim Foundation)
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation reviewed, in its latest report, governance trends in Africa from 2014 to 2023. A total of 33 countries improved, while 21 […]
Morocco’s UM6P-MAScIR Foundation Wins Best Medical Technology in Africa Award
Mohammed VI Polytechnique University’s MAScIR Foundation won the prestigious Prix Galien Afrique 2024 in the best medical technology category. The award was presented by Senegalese […]
Frelimo Extends Rule in Contested Mozambique Elections
Mozambique’s ruling Frelimo party has secured victory in disputed elections, with its candidate Daniel Chapo winning 70 percent of the vote to succeed term-limited President […]
DRC: Tshisekedi’s Constitutional Reform Plans Draw Opposition
Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has announced plans to establish a commission exploring constitutional revisions, potentially removing presidential term limits. The move comes […]
Niger’s Former Prime Minister Hama Amadou Dies at 74
Hama Amadou, Niger’s former Prime Minister and prominent opposition figure, died at age 74 in a hospital in Niamey after battling prolonged medical issues. The […]
Mozambique: CNE announces results this Thursday on day of demonstrations called by Mondlane
The Mozambican National Elections Commission (CNE) is set to announce the results of the October 9 general elections this Thursday, October 24, a process that […]