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Ukraine updates: Vance calls for direct Moscow-Kyiv talks
US Vice President JD Vance said at least some direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine are needed to end the war. Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to visit Ukraine soon.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:
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Kenya: 2 Additional Suspects Arrested in Connection to Kasipul's MP Were's Murder
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Detectives have apprehended two more suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of Kasipul MP Charles Ong'ondo Were a week ago.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Liberian Government Concludes Economic Review, Targets Major Infrastructure and Fiscal Reforms
[FrontPageAfrica] Zorzor City -- The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP), has concluded a comprehensive Annual Economic Review (AER) workshop aimed at assessing the nation's economic performance and strengthening development planning.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Finance Minister Ngafuan Declares End to Public Sector Delays, Launches Deep Dive Reform Sessions
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine K. Ngafuan has announced an end to the culture of delays and inefficiency in the public sector, warning ministries and agencies that there will be "no more excuses."
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Prof Chibale Elected to Prestigious Us National Academy of Sciences
[UCT] Professor Kelly Chibale, one of Africa's leading scientists in the field of drug discovery, has been elected as an international member of the United States (US) National Academy of Sciences (NAS), one of the highest honours in the global scientific community.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Namibia: Haitota Wants State of Emergency On Housing
[New Era] In her maiden speech, Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) Member of Parliament Ottilie Haitota implored the government to declare a housing state of emergency.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Eritrea: Berik Sub-Zone Declared Free of Female Genital Mutilation
[Shabait] Asmara -- Berik sub-zone in the Central Region was officially declared free of female genital mutilation (FGM) on 30 April during a ceremony held under the theme "With Coordinated Effort - Avoid Female Genital Mutilation."
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Macron, Merz tout renewed Franco-German engine to lead Europe
The two leaders say they will not let national interests divide them.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Ghana: Drug Abuse Among Varsity Students 24 Percent Hooked On Tramadol ...Research Reveals
[Ghanaian Times] About 11.4 per cent of university students in the north have been involved in misuse of tramadol before.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Ghana: Stop Instigating Assembly Members Against President's Nominees - -Minister Cautions
[Ghanaian Times] The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Ms Linda Ocloo, has called on Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executive (MMDCE) aspirants to desist from instigating assembly members to vote against the President's MMDCE nominees.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Africa: When Rhetoric Fails Action - a Reflection On the Latest Human Rights Council Session
[Ghanaian Times] The lately concluded 58th Session of the U.N. Human Rights Council in Geneva has once again shone a spotlight on the complex and often contentious landscape of global human rights governance.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Ghana: Ghana to Grow Non-Traditional Exports $10bn - Pres
[Ghanaian Times] Ghana is aiming to increase its non-traditional export earnings from the current US$3.5 billion annually to at least US$10 billion annually by 2030, President John Dramani Mahama has said.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Ghana: Govt Declares 701 Diplomatic, Service Passports Invalid!
[Ghanaian Times] The government has cancelled diplomatic and service passports issued to a total of 701 holders with immediate effect, saying such passports are no longer valid for international travels.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia: Health Association Urges Govt to Respond to Health Workers' Demands
[Addis Standard] As health professionals across Ethiopia stage pre-strike demonstrations demanding improved salaries, benefits, and working conditions, the Ethiopian Health Professionals Association (EHPA) has urged the government to immediately address their demands, while stressing that the movement should proceed in a manner that "does not harm the country and the community."
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Kenya: 3 Arraigned Over Murder of 17-Year-Old Girl Who Refused Forced Marriage in Wajir
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Three suspects linked to the brutal killing of a 17-year-old girl who allegedly refused to marry a 55-year-old man in Wajir have been arraigned at the Garissa High Court.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Malawi: Hotel of Shame - Gland Palace Hotel in Mzuzu Rans a Ghost-Guest Scheme With MEC
[Nyasa Times] In what appears to be a shameless heist of public resources, Gland Palace Hotel stands accused of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme to siphon funds from the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC)--money meant to support the smooth running of the 2025 elections.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:North Africa and the human cost of Europe's 'safe' labels
The EU Asylum Procedures Regulation, which outlines criteria for βsafe countryβ designations, does not mandate independent, up-to-date assessments of human rights conditions. This opens the door to politicised decisions that fail to safeguard the rights of asylum seekers. The gap between EU labels and refugee realities will only grow, along with the human cost.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Cote d'Ivoire: Ivorian Water Utility Sodeci to Distribute Over $6m in 2024 Dividends
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Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Women, Girls Still Face Harassment, Discrimination
[Liberian Observer] The latest Afrobarometer survey highlights challenges faced by women and girls in Liberia, revealing that significant numbers are subjected to harassment and discrimination in various aspects of daily life.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Disney announces an Abu Dhabi theme park and resort
The Abu Dhabi park will be Disney's seventh theme park resort and it will be fully developed and built by partner Miral.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Govt Unveils Tech-Driven Compensation Plan to Tackle Human-Wildlife Conflict
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government has unveiled a new digital compensation model designed to ease the burden of human-wildlife conflict on affected communities by streamlining payments, enhancing transparency, and accelerating claim resolution.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Next stop, Egypt? Trade war sends Chinaβs exporters scouring globe for new markets
To continue sales to US buyers and avoid tariffs, Chinese exporters are getting creative as they hunt for new bypasses and workarounds.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Cropped 7 May 2025: Ocean alarm; Tariff deforestation risk; West Africaβs fisheries
We handpick and explain the most important stories at the intersection of climate, land, food... The post Cropped 7 May 2025: Ocean alarm; Tariff deforestation risk; West Africaβs fisheries appeared first on Carbon Brief.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Gambia: Migration Myths - the Impact of Social Media On Gambian Dreams of Europe
[Foroyaa] "I thought I'd find a job as soon as I landed, and my life would be perfect, just like the people I saw on Facebook," said Amadou Camara, a young Gambian who recently returned from a failed migration attempt. His story is not unique. For many Gambians, the dream of a better life in Europe has been shaped by social media and the myths that circulate on these platforms. However, the reality of migration is far...
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:βPublish or Perishβ Culture Fueling Research Misconduct in India
The surge in research misconduct, ranging from plagiarism to data falsification, is posing a serious challenge to Indiaβs academic credibility.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Lee Jae-myungβs Presidential Bid Is Safe After Courtβs Decision to Postpone Trials
The heavily favored opposition candidate will now be able to run in the upcoming snap election, despite a shocking intervention from the Supreme Court.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Presidents Maduro and Putin Agree on Strategic Cooperation on Victory Day
Both leaders discussed the signing of a new bilateral cooperation treaty that will be in effect for 10 years. In the early hours of Wednesday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro arrived in Moscow in response to an invitation from President Vladimir Putin to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Red Armyβs victory over Nazi Germany. RELATED: [β¦]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:How Can a Perpetual Purpose Trust Build Community?
An emerging model known as a perpetual purpose trust is being used to develop community-owned affordable housing, businesses, and commercial property.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Calls for sanctions as Philippine probe accuses Chinese embassy of influence campaign
Allegations, if true, could lead to expulsion of embassy personnel and legal action under a law targeting subversive acts during peacetime, analysts say.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:China beefs up economic safeguards ahead of U.S. trade talks in Switzerland
China hasannounced a barrage of measures meant to counter the blow to its economy from U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war, as the two sides preparefor talkslater this week.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Nod for law changes allowing small-scale harbour reclamation in Hong Kong
Lawmakers urge government to raise awareness among residents about the changes.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:In Asheville, A Community Gathers to Consider What βResiliencyβ Requires
A little over six months after Hurricane Helene devastated large swathes of western North Carolina, a community-based conference considered how to build for its future.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Tesla loses more sales in China as buyers opt for cheaper, tech-laden domestic models
A sales increase in March proves short-lived, as April deliveries by the companyβs Shanghai factory plunge nearly 26 per cent.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Pakistan authorizes military response after India strikes
India has said it carried out strikes in Pakistan and Pakistani-administered Kashmir. Pakistan has vowed retribution over what it describes as an "act of war."
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:In Retaliation for Pahalgam Attack, India Strikes Pakistan-based Terror Camps
As Pakistan readies to hit back, shelling across the LoC and International Border intensifies.
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