President Museveni has said Uganda is satisfied with its ties with Russia, especially in relation to cooperation in defence. In an interview with Russian news outlet TASS Museveni commended Russia for its assistance to Africa in its fight against colonialism noting that since then, the Russians have proved great allies to Uganda. “Today, we are […]
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Today, the global community is convening for the second annual Summit for Democracy. Led by Costa Rica, the Republic of Korea, the Netherlands, the United States, and the Republic of Zambia, the gathering invites representatives from government, business, and civil society to share strategies for championing resilient and robust democracies—rooted in transparency, human rights, and […]
UNITED States (US) Vice-President Kamala Harris historic visit to Tanzania has concretely advanced the two countries shared goals by unlocking over 1.5 billion US dollars (about 3.5tri/-) aimed at supporting various sectors, moving the aspirations of Tanzania to realise set goals for its people. The partnership comprises commercial engagement, digital connectivity, women and youth empowerment, […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa, through his weekly newsletter to the nation, has reiterated South Africa’s stance that the conflict between Russia and the Ukraine must be resolved through negotiation and peaceful means. This after the US Ambassador to South Africa, Reuben Brigety, said that South Africa supplied weapons to Russia after a Russian vessel, known as […]
Washington D.C. — The USA today imposed visa restrictions on “specific individuals in Sudan, including officials from the SAF, RSF, and leaders from the former Omar Al Bashir regime, responsible for, or complicit in, undermining Sudan’s democratic transition”. US sanctions have also been imposed on four companies “generating revenue from, and contributing to, the conflict […]
The 1st National Women’s Convention for Peace in Cameroon has won the German Africa Prize for advocating negotiations to end the Anglophone crisis. In an exclusive interview, the women spoke with DW about their efforts. The 1st National Women’s Convention for Peace in Cameroon, an umbrella group with 80 member organizations, will receive the German […]
Nairobi — After a dazzling night out in Florence, Italy, the lucrative Wanda Diamond League continues on Friday night, the train this time stopping in the French capital of Paris, the venue for next year’s Olympic Games. Kenyan representation will once again be huge, in terms of the names competing with Faith Kipyegon and Ferdinand […]
Grappling with climate shocks, COVID-19 recovery, and conflict, Mozambique is building resilience and overcoming many challenges, as Myrta Kaulard, outgoing UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in in the country, explains to UN News. Leading efforts by 25 UN entities and several partners for the last four years, she has been reflecting on efforts to […]
Succulent poaching, fuelled by the illicit trade it sustains, is emerging as a pressing global concern, threatening the existence of these remarkable plants. The increasing demand fuels a lucrative illicit market, endangering their existence in the wild. The climate crisis and the destruction of natural habitats further exacerbate the challenges faced by these unique plants. […]
The US and Canada are often sympathetic to asylum applicants claiming to be fleeing their home countries due to sexual orientations. A Nigerian man, Peter Udo, who claimed to be gay, lied and presented fake documentation to US authorities to create a false impression that he fled Nigeria to avoid “public execution” because of his […]
United Nations — A senior United Nations official for Africa called Wednesday for a negotiated solution to the conflict in Sudan, saying there is no alternative. “Calls by some to continue the war in order to achieve a military victory will only contribute to destroying the country,” U.N. Assistant Secretary-General for Africa, Martha Pobee, told […]
The death of Yevgeny Prigozhin after his private jet crashed on August 23 has raised questions about the Wagner Group’s future. Many in the west suspect Kremlin involvement in his death and are asking what will become of the mercenary group without its charismatic leader. The Wagner Group, often described as a private military company […]
Nairobi, Kenya — Young people across Africa are calling for more than just empty promises from global leaders on climate change. The African Youth Climate Assembly (AYCA), under the theme “African-led Solutions to Global Challenges,” has served as a rallying point. It has drawn attention to the unique climate-related vulnerabilities faced by African countries and […]
TANZANIA : THE World Bank (WB) is optimistic about the growth prospects of Tanzania’s economy despite worsening global economic conditions. It said in its 19th Tanzania Economic Update launched in Dar es Salaam on Tuesday that growth rate reached 4.6 per cent in 2022 and is projected to rise to 5.1 per cent this year […]