Faith Nyasuguta Russia has been steadily increasing its influence in Africa, with top officials reaffirming the continent’s importance in Moscow’s strategic plans. Recently, Vyacheslav Volodin, Speaker of the Russian State Duma, emphasized that Africa has become a major priority for Russia’s government. During a meeting with Djibouti’s National Assembly Chairman, Dileita Mohamed Dileita, Volodin highlighted […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Three influential leaders, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, Richard Randriamandrato, and Raila Odinga are competing for the Africa Union Commission (AUC) chair, each bringing extensive experience in diplomacy, governance, and economic strategy. MAHAMOUD ALI YOUSSOUF, DJIBOUTI, AGE: 59 Mahamoud Ali Youssouf has had a distinguished career in Djibouti’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where he headed […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Nigeria’s Dangote Oil Refinery, the largest in Africa, is expected to achieve full operational capacity within the next 30 days, according to its chief executive. The 650,000-barrel-per-day refinery, established by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has been ramping up production since it started operations. It began refining diesel, naphtha, and jet fuel in […]
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Faith Nyasuguta U.S. President Donald Trump’s offer to resettle white South Africans as refugees has been met with rejection from Afrikaner groups, who insist on staying and addressing perceived injustices in their homeland. Trump’s executive order, signed on Friday, also cut U.S. aid to South Africa in response to a controversial land expropriation act signed […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Leaders from eastern and southern Africa have called for an immediate ceasefire in eastern Congo, where the M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, are advancing towards key cities. The summit, held in Dar es Salaam, urged Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi to engage in direct negotiations with all parties, including the rebels, despite his long-standing […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Ghana’s President John Mahama has imposed a ban on state-funded first-class travel for government officials, including cabinet ministers, in a move aimed at reducing government expenditure. Mahama announced the decision on February 7 during the swearing-in of 17 new ministers at the presidential palace in Accra. He emphasized that public funds should not […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Tanzania is set to enforce strict regulations banning the use of foreign currencies for local transactions, making the Tanzanian Shilling the sole legal tender within its borders. This move, spearheaded by the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, aims to strengthen the national currency and safeguard the country’s […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Ethiopia and Russia are advancing discussions on conducting trade in their national currencies, aiming to reduce transaction costs and economic uncertainties, Ethiopia’s ambassador to Russia, Genet Teshome Jirru, revealed in an interview. While still in the early stages, both countries see significant potential for growth in this initiative. Ambassador Jirru emphasized Ethiopia’s efforts […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Moroccan authorities blocked 78,685 migrants from attempting to enter Europe illegally in 2024, a 4.6% increase compared to the previous year, according to the Interior Ministry. Officials attributed the rise to growing migration pressure amid regional instability. Most intercepted migrants came from West Africa (58%), followed by North Africa (12%), including Moroccan nationals, […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Brazilian and Real Madrid legend Marcelo has officially retired from football at the age of 36, marking the end of an illustrious 19-year career. The left-back made the announcement on Instagram on Thursday through a heartfelt video showcasing key moments of his career. “My journey as a player ends here, but I still […]
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