BOKO HARAM COMMANDER SURRENDERS TO NIGERIAN SECURITY FORCES IN BORNO

BOKO HARAM COMMANDER SURRENDERS TO NIGERIAN SECURITY FORCES IN BORNO

Avellon Williams  NIGERIA- As part of Operation Hadin Kai, the Nigerian military has captured Khaid Malam Ali and Bunu Umar, two senior members of Jam’at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da’wah wa’l-Jihd, also known as Boko Haram. A raid coordinated by the Islamic State of West African Province, ISWAP, terrorist group on July 5, 2023, in Bula Alhaji Garwaye near Bama LGA, resulted in the dislodgement of Ali and his fighters. […]

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 KENYA’S ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVISM: WANGARI MAATHAI

KENYA’S ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVISM: WANGARI MAATHAI

Avellon Williams  KENYA- Wangari Maathai was an extraordinary human being who left an indelible mark on the world through her incredible achievements and unwavering commitment to environmental conservation, women’s rights, and social justice. Born on April 1, 1940, in Nyeri, Kenya, Wangari Maathai’s journey was one of resilience, determination, and a deep love for her country […]

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 CHINUA ACHEBE: DEFENDING AFRICA’S LITERARY VOICE

CHINUA ACHEBE: DEFENDING AFRICA’S LITERARY VOICE

Avellon Williams  NIGERIA- Chinua Achebe was an extraordinary human being who dedicated his life and work to defending Africa’s rich heritage and challenging the misconceptions about the continent. As a renowned Nigerian author, he played a pivotal role in reshaping the world’s perception of Africa through his powerful storytelling and unwavering commitment to truth. Achebe was […]

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 IN TRINIDAD, U.S. SECRETARY BLINKEN RAISES HAITI CRISIS AT CARIBBEAN SUMMIT

IN TRINIDAD, U.S. SECRETARY BLINKEN RAISES HAITI CRISIS AT CARIBBEAN SUMMIT

Avellon Williams TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO- As UN officials warn that Haiti’s insecurity is worsening, US State Secretary Antony Blinken called for a multinational force to support the Haitian National Police in restoring order. Blinken spoke briefly about Haiti during a one-day trip to Trinidad and Tobago, where Caricom’s 15 members held a three-day conference. Leaders of the Caribbean have been […]

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 IN BARBADOS, RWANDANS SEE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

IN BARBADOS, RWANDANS SEE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Avellon Williams  BARBADOS- Rwandan business players are looking to leverage the strong bilateral ties between Rwanda and Barbados to explore and leverage trade and investment opportunities in the Caribbean nation. Business leaders from Rwanda will travel to Bridgetown, Barbados from August 3 to 8 for an investment forum titled “Strengthening Economic and Cultural Ties” organized by […]

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 HAITI’S DIRE STRUGGLE: HUNGER CRISIS INTENSIFIES AMIDST CLIMATE EXTREMES, ESCALATING GANG VIOLENCE

HAITI’S DIRE STRUGGLE: HUNGER CRISIS INTENSIFIES AMIDST CLIMATE EXTREMES, ESCALATING GANG VIOLENCE

Avellon Williams  PORT-AU-PRINCE- HAITI- In the wake of unforgiving climate extremes and escalating gang violence, Haiti finds itself trapped in the grips of an ever-deepening hunger crisis. This Caribbean nation, already grappling with significant challenges, is now burdened with a multi-faceted crisis that threatens the lives and well-being of its citizens. Let us delve into the […]

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 AFRICA CRISIS: HUNGER, CLIMATE, VIOLENCE

AFRICA CRISIS: HUNGER, CLIMATE, VIOLENCE

Avellon Williams AFRICA- Hunger, climate change, and violence in Africa continue to cause concern around the world. It’s heartbreaking to see so many people on the continent suffering from severe food shortages and malnutrition. The lack of access to basic necessities like food and clean water is a pressing issue that requires immediate attention. Climate change has had a […]

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 RELIGIOUS CONSERVATIVES LOBBY TO RESTRICT ABORTION IN AFRICA

RELIGIOUS CONSERVATIVES LOBBY TO RESTRICT ABORTION IN AFRICA

Avellon Williams  AFRICA- In sub-Saharan Africa, where women often face scorn for becoming pregnant before marriage, unsafe abortions and unintended pregnancies are more frequent. The U.S. Supreme Court ended the right to an abortion a year ago, shaking efforts to legalize and make abortions safer in Africa. After Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio announced decriminalization of abortion, he […]

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