Belgium Stun Senegal With Late Comeback in World Cup Thriller
On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, Belgium produced a dramatic late turnaround to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time in a World Cup knockout tie, sealing […]
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Côte d’Ivoire dissolves Electoral commission after criticism over independence
Côte d’Ivoire has dissolved its Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) following longstanding criticism over the body’s management of elections and concerns about its independence. Government spokesperson […]
Museveni to Seek Re-Election, Vows Economic Progress
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, 80, has been officially over the week-end named the ruling National Resistance Movement’s candidate for the 2026 presidential election, setting the […]
Historic Voter Registration Drive Launched in Somalia Ahead of Local Elections
A national voter registration campaign was officially launched in Mogadishu on Sunday, April 13, marking a historic step towards Somalia’s return to direct electoral democracy. […]
Mali’s Political Crackdown Intensifies as Opposition Figures Sent to Prison
In a troubling development for Mali’s fragile democracy, opposition politicians arrested in a recent government crackdown have been transferred to prisons across the country. This […]
63-year-old traditional Ghanaian priest sparks outrage by marrying 12-year-old daughter
A 63-year-old respected traditional priest in Ghana caused public uproar by taking a 12-year-old girl as his wife in a traditional ceremony last Saturday. The […]
The Kenyan government faces criticism over its mission in Haiti
The Kenyan government has volunteered to lead a multinational mission in Haiti, but the decision has raised questions and criticism in the East African country, […]
Tanzania gives green light to construction of controversial oil pipeline
Tanzania on Tuesday gave the go-ahead for the construction of a $3.5 billion oil pipeline as part of a controversial mega-project to transport hydrocarbons from […]
Mauritius: PM to Hand over to Son amid Criticism
The Mauritian Prime Minister is handing power to his son on Monday, prompting accusations of nepotism and calls for a referendum from opponents in in […]
Egypt: 4km long presidential red carpet ires Egyptians
President Sisi attracted unwanted criticism on social media when his motorcade drove on a 4km-long red carpet to inaugurate the opening of a social housing […]