Inside the African Union Election Process, A Look at How Kenya’s Bid Fell Short
The African Union's election process, designed to ensure fair and transparent leadership transitions, saw intense competition as Mahamoud Ali Youssouf triumphed over Raila Odinga. The African Union's election process is…
Raila Odinga Falls Short in AU Commission Chair Race as Djibouti’s Youssouf Takes the Seat
Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has suffered a significant setback in his bid to become the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson. In a fiercely contested election held on Saturday,…
M23 Seizes Strategic Town and Airport in South Kivu, Escalating DR Congo Crisis
The M23 rebel group has taken full control of Kavumu, a key town in South Kivu Province, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict in eastern DR Congo. The…
Museveni Commits to Infrastructure and Economic Growth in Kanungu
President Yoweri Museveni has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to improving infrastructure and addressing economic concerns in Kanungu, as he continues his Parish Development Model (PDM) tour in the Kigezi Sub-region.…
Uganda Law Society President Isaac Ssemakadde Sentenced to Jail, Arrest Warrant Issued
Justice Musa Ssekaana of the High Court in Kampala has sentenced Uganda Law Society president Isaac Ssemakadde to two years in jail for contempt of court, issuing an arrest warrant…
Pope Francis Hospitalized for Bronchitis Treatment and Medical Checks
Pope Francis has been admitted to Rome’s Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic for bronchitis treatment and diagnostic tests, the Vatican announced on Friday. The 88-year-old pontiff, who has faced a series of…
Hamas Releases Names of Hostages Set for Saturday
Hamas has named three hostages Russian-Israeli Alexander Troufanov, Argentine-Israeli Yair Horn, and US-Israeli Sagui Dekel-Chen who are set to be freed on Saturday in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Their release…
Nigeria Approves $200M to fill the of US Aid Cuts
Nigerian lawmakers have approved an additional $200 million for the country’s health sector to compensate for the recent suspension of US development aid. The funds will be used to support…
Uganda Police Mourn the Passing of Former IGP Okoth Ogola
The Uganda Police Force is mourning the death of former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Okoth Ogola, who passed away on February 14, 2025, at Nakasero Hospital. Ogola, who served…
Congolese Musician Delcat Idengo Shot Dead During Music Video Shoot in Goma
Congolese musician Delcat Idengo, renowned for his politically charged songs, was shot and killed Thursday afternoon while filming a music video in Goma, North Kivu. The artist, whose latest track…
