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#Peace & Community #European #Middle East #Asia #UN #North America #Oceanian #AfricanLiberia: Braving the Storm - Senators Proposed Act to Establish Muslim Holidays.
[New Dawn] A proposed Act to establish Islamic Holidays in Liberia has begun stirring debate here, before Senate Pro-temp Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence can even open the communication.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:
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Most Test wickets this year - the 6ft 8in pace bowler with England in his sights
Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani may have a permanent smile on his face, but he will pose a serious threat to England at Trent Bridge this week, writes Stephan Shemilt.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Open Letter - Minister of Health Aaron Motsoaledi, Please Explain the HIV Numbers
[spotlight] Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi's recent claim that over half a million people have been newly started on HIV treatment in less than six months has raised eyebrows in health circles. In this open letter, Anna Grimsrud and Sibongile Tshabalala-Madhlala, associated with CHANGE - South Africa, ask the Minister to explain numbers that, on the face of it, seem contradictory.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Former First Lady Agathe Habyarimana Avoids Genocide Trial in France
[allAfrica] Agathe Habyarimana, the 82-year-old widow of former Rwandan President JuvΓ©nal Habyarimana, avoided trial in France after investigating magistrates found insufficient evidence to charge her with complicity in the 1994 genocide.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Congo-Kinshasa: Former DR Congo Prime Minister Sentenced to Hard Labour for Corruption
[allAfrica] Former Democratic Republic of Congo Prime Minister Augustin Matata Ponyo was sentenced to ten years of forced labour for embezzling around $245 million of public funds, alongside Deogratias Mutombo, the former governor of the central bank, who received a five-year sentence.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Kingi Declares Orwoba's Senate Seat Vacant After UDA Expulsion
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has declared the seat held by Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba vacant, following her expulsion from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party for alleged disloyalty and breach of party discipline.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Somali Press Freedom Under Siege - Mogadishu Dialogue Demands Action
[Radio Dalsan] Mogadishu -- A pivotal roundtable discussion focusing on the state of press freedom in Somalia was held at the European Union Delegation compound in Mogadishu this week. The high-level meeting brought together leaders from Somalia's key media advocacy groups, representatives from the international community, and senior officials from the Somali Federal Government to tackle the increasing threats and...
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Lawyer Contests Move to Withdraw Gachagua Pre-Impeachment Petitions
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A Nairobi-based lawyer has filed a legal application seeking to block the withdrawal of a series of pre-impeachment petitions challenging proceedings for the removal of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: All of Africa Today - May 21, 2025
[allAfrica] Commercial Diplomacy Now 'Core Focus of U.S. Engagement with Africa'
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Inside Top 10 Medical Procedures Conducted in Rwanda
[New Times] The government has expanded its capacity to deliver advanced medical care, with at least 10 specialised procedures now performed locally that previously required treatment abroad. The progress achieved over the past five years is easing the cost of referrals and improving access to care.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Earth Tremor Felt Across Gauteng - South African News Briefs - May 21, 2025
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Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Former DR Congo PM sentenced to hard labour on corruption charge
Augustin Ponyo Matata is found guilty of his part in embezzling about $245m.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: Commercial Diplomacy Now 'Core Focus of U.S. Engagement with Africa'
[allAfrica] Monrovia -- The Trump administration is adopting a new commercial diplomacy strategy for sub-Saharan Africa "based on what we've seen that actually works," the acting head of the Africa Bureau at the U.S. State Department, Ambassador Troy Fitrell, said in a briefing on Tuesday.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:US judge warns deportations to South Sudan may breach court order
The judge orders the migrants to be kept in US government custody, holding the plane on the tarmac if necessary.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Can Mandela's former negotiator charm Donald Trump?
The White House has been uncharacteristically quiet about the whirlwind trip.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Sudan rebels entirely pushed out of Khartoum state, army says
It is the latest sign of victory from the military who have made gains against the RSF since March.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Sudan: UN Expert Urges End to Attacks on Sudan's Civilian Infrastructure
[allAfrica] Geneva -- The designated UN expert on human rights in Sudan, Radhouane Nouicer, has expressed deep concern at the recent intensification of drone strikes and the expansion of the conflict to the Red Sea state in eastern Sudan.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: What Does Atiku's Reported VP Offer Mean for Peter Obi's Ambition?
[Vanguard] The report about former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, offering Peter Obi a vice presidential role in a joint ticket for the 2027 presidential contest has triggered a barrage of speculations.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: No Tension in Our Community, Isiagu-Akpawfu Leaders Declare - Refute Crisis Report
[Vanguard] Leaders of Isiagu-Akpawfu Autonomous Community in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State have firmly dismissed recent media reports suggesting unrest in the community, asserting that peace reigns and residents are going about their normal activities unmolested.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: 30 Counties to Benefit From Safaricom's Free Medical Services
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- M-Pesa Foundation has committed Sh254 million for free medical services in 30 counties.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Kenya: 'We Are Broad-Based, You're Tribal' - Ruto Hits Out At Gachagua in Mukuru
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- In what appeared to be a direct rebuke of his former deputy, President William Ruto today declared that he does not share a vision with leaders who promote tribal politics.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: UZ to Pay New Lecturers U.S.$3 Hourly As Striking Staff Shown the Door
[263Chat] The University of Zimbabwe (UZ) has begun replacing its striking lecturers with adjunct staff who will be paid as little as US$3 per hour. This follows ongoing industrial action by university educators demanding fair remuneration and better working conditions.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Uganda: Heavy Security Deployment Ahead of UPDF Amendment Bill
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- There is heightened security deployment in the city center to quell anticipated unrest related to the Anti-UPDF Amendment Bill 2025. A joint security team comprising officers from the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), Traffic Police, and Uganda Police Force -- including the Field Force Unit, Counter-Terrorism Unit, and plainclothes operatives -- has been deployed along...
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Malawi: Salima Sugar Wants K24bn From Govt - but Why Should Malawian Taxpayers Keep Bailing Out a Profit-Making Company?
[Nyasa Times] Once again, Salima Sugar Company Limited--a state-owned enterprise--has come knocking on government doors, this time asking for a whopping K24 billion bailout. The question is: Why should ordinary Malawian taxpayers continue footing the bill for a company that was set up to generate profits?
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Africa: Lower-Income Countries Commit Record U.S.$ 250 Million Towards Immunisation
[GAVI] Geneva -- In 2024, lower-income countries supported by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance contributed more than US$ 250 million, a record, towards their own immunisation programmes. 19% year-on-year increase in financing, secured primarily from domestic resources, underlines countries' commitment towards sustainably financing vaccination. From 2026 to 2030, low- and middle-income countries are expected to contribute US$...
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Rusumo Power Plant to Supply Electricity to Key Irrigation Schemes
[New Times] The Rusumo Power Plant is set to supply electricity to Mpanga and Mahama irrigation schemes in Kirehe District.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Tensions Rise in Somalia's Middle Shabelle As Troops and Armored Vehicles Pour in
[Shabelle] Jowhar, Somalia -- May 20, 2025 - Heavy fighting looms in Somalia's Middle Shabelle region as government troops, backed by armored vehicles and senior officials, pour into the area in a renewed offensive against the militant group Al-Shabaab.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Why Accounting, Nursing and Teaching Students Have to Take Practical Exams
[New Times] Students in accounting, associate nursing programmes, and teacher training colleges (TTCs) are among 60,000 who sat for practical national exams on Monday, May 19.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia: From Rebellion to Ruin - the Rise, Reign, Decline, and Enduring Legacy of the TPLF in Ethiopia
[Ethiopian Herald] The Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) has played a crucial role in shaping Ethiopia's modern political landscape, evolving from a rebel group to a dominant ruling party, and ultimately experiencing a significant decline that has left behind a complex legacy.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia: Concrete Changes Recorded in Macroeconomic Reform Amid Challenges
[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia is implementing a comprehensive macroeconomic reform program with the goal of achieving sustainable economic growth and stability. This program includes measures to address foreign exchange distortions, balance of payments deficits, and inflation. Key elements include transitioning to a market-based exchange rate, modernizing monetary policy, and strengthening the financial sector.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Court Rules On Farm Worker Land Rights
[GroundUp] Supreme Court of Appeal rules against eviction of people living on rural land in Stellenbosch
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Tanzania president warns 'meddling' Kenyan activists
President Samia says she will not allow external efforts to undermine her country's peace and stability.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Namibia: British Tourist Arrested After Telling San Children to Remove Their Clothes
[New Era] A 65-year-old British tourist was arrested on Sunday after he allegedly instructed San children at the Grashoek Living Museum in the Tsumkwe West area to remove their clothes, and took photographs of them.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:Africa: Is the New Global Order a Boon for International Taxation Collaboration?
[allAfrica] As countries grapple with the fallout from the Trump administration's retreat from the international order, experts question whether this will accelerate global fragmentation. Pedro Abramovay, Vice President of Programs at the Open Society Foundations, argues that this shift could, paradoxically, enable stronger international cooperation, particularly around global taxation, which would benefit Africa and...
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source:West Africa: Can Realpolitik Drive Renewed Regional Cooperation in West Africa?
[ISS] The AES-ECOWAS split has sparked pragmatic cooperation based on strategic interests between neighbouring countries.
Published on: May 20, 2025 | Source: