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US Elevates Security Relationship With Kenya At State Visit

  • May 23, 2024

The United States will designate Kenya as its first major non-NATO ally in sub-Saharan Africa, the White House said as President Joe Biden on Thursday welcomed President William Ruto for a state visit. The significant strategic move signals the shifting of U.S. security cooperation to East Africa just as U.S. troops prepare to depart Niger, […]

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Ghana, Burkina Faso Sign Pact To Reaffirm Distorted Boundaries

  • May 22, 2024

Boundary Commissions in Ghana and Burkina Faso have signed a declaration towards the reaffirmation of distorted international land boundaries between them. The declaration was signed at the end of a four-day conference in Bolgatanga, the Upper East Regional capital, attended by representatives of both countries. The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Boundary Commission, Major-General Dr Emmanuel Kotia, […]

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Chad’s PM Masra Resigns After Disputed Election, Deby Confirmed Winner

  • May 22, 2024

Chad’s prime minister and opposition leader Succes Masra has tendered his resignation after interim President Mahamat Idriss Deby was confirmed as a winner of the May 6 presidential election, Masra said on Wednesday. Masra, a staunch opponent of the junta, which seized power in April 2021, was appointed prime minister of the transitional government in January, four months ahead […]

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South Africa Welcomes ICC Arrest Warrant Request For Netanyahu And Hamas Leaders

  • May 21, 2024

South Africa’s presidency has welcomed the recent announcement by the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, stating he has requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and three senior Hamas leaders over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. South Africa has been a vocal advocate […]

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3 Americans Accused Of Involvement In Congo ‘Coup Attempt’

  • May 21, 2024

Three Americans involved in a brazen weekend attack on Congo’s presidential palace formed an unlikely band under the leadership of eccentric opposition figure Christian Malanga, who dabbled in gold mining and used cars — before persuading his Utah-born son to join in the foiled coup, according to officials’ description of events. Six people, including Malanga, […]

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Empowering Africa: The Africa Wiki Challenge 2024

  • May 20, 2024

In a digital age where information shapes perceptions and narratives, Africa stands at a crossroads. Despite its wealth of diverse cultures, histories, and resources, Africa often finds itself underrepresented in the vast online landscape. The Africa Wiki Challenge (AWC) emerges as a beacon of hope, calling upon participants from across the continent to unite in […]

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