Africa & World
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Guinea-Bissau votes to expand presidential powers
Voters in Guinea-Bissau have approved constitutional reforms that significantly strengthen presidential powers ahead of general elections scheduled for December. Provisional results from the electoral commission showed that 70 percent of voters backed the proposed changes, while 30 percent rejected them. Turnout was reported at nearly…
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Ngomat urges African states to domesticate arms trade treaty at Geneva Conference
Chairperson of the African Peace and Security Union (APSU), Roll Stéphane Ngomat, has called on African countries to sign, ratify and domesticate the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty during the 12th Conference of States Parties in Geneva. The Arms Trade Treaty regulates international trade in…
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Botswana Citizens Blast President Duma Boko, Accusing Him of Focusing More on His Image and Fashionable Public Appearances than Delivering the Change He Promised during His Election Campaign
A growing number of Botswana citizens on social media are expressing frustration with President Duma Boko, claiming that the high expectations many voters had during the election
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THE UNDERRATED PRESIDENT, THE OVERRATED VICE PRESIDENT AND THE OVERRATED OPPOSITION:Zimbabwe’s greatest political misunderstanding may be that we keep mistaking popularity, mythology and noise for strategy.
Reason Wafawarova Zimbabwean politics has produced a rather fascinating intellectual problem. We may be dealing with an underrated President, an overrated Vice President and an equally overrated
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Afghan protected from deportation sent to Central African Republic
The administration of United States President Donald Trump has deported dozens of people to the Central African Republic (CAR), including an Afghan man who had been granted protection from deportation to Afghanistan because of fears of persecution by the Taliban. The Afghan man, who is…
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Eff Vows to Remove Apartheid-Era Statues, Rename Streets, Towns and Landmarks, Saying South Africa’s Public Spaces Must Reflect the History, Heroes and Aspirations of All Its People
Freedom Fighters (EFF) has reaffirmed its commitment to removing apartheid and colonial-era statues, monuments, and symbols from public spaces if it gains the opportunity to implement
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Tanzania’s ruling party expels former Vice President, Nchimbi, after his resignation
Former Tanzanian Vice-President Emmanuel Nchimbi has been expelled from the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party on grounds of indiscipline, days after resigning from office in an unprecedented move that has shaken the country’s political landscape. The 54-year-old, who stepped down after serving just 10…
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15 UNICEF purchased ambulances to be rolled out coutrywide
The Government is set to roll out 150 ambulances procured through United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) support to health facilities across the country. Health Permanent Secretary for Technical Services Kennedy Lishimpi said the new fleet would soon be distributed to strengthen emergency response and improve…
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157 killed as Nepal floods linked to massive Himalayan landslide, 47 U.S tourists reportedly missing
At least 157 people have been killed and 75 others injured in devastating floods in Nepal following what a geophysicist has described as a “massive geophysical event” in the Himalayas. The flooding has been linked to a landslide in a Himalayan mountain pass that swept…
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Kelsea Says Sorry to First Lady as Lawyers Move to End Dispute
Kelsea Tadiwa Tafirenyika, the second wife of President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s son Collins, has apologised to First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, saying she never intended to disrespect her or any member of the First Family In a letter dated August 26, 2026,
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Johane Masowe Causes Controversy Even in Death, Sons Want to Exhume and Rebury Him
The State feared him alive, the church fights over his body By Fanuel Viriri Larger than life founder of the white-garment clad Inzwi RaMwari church – Johane Masowe (Shoniwa Masedza Tandi) – continues to cause controversy even in death. More than
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Zambia Suffer 3-0 Defeat to Hosts Kenya
Zambia’s women’s national volleyball team has suffered a 3-0 defeat to hosts Kenya in their...
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Gen. Muhoozi has openly declared his intention to contest for Uganda’s presidency in 2031
Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has openly declared his intention to contest for Uganda’s presidency in the 2031 elections, expressing confidence that he will win “by the grace of God.” In a statement that is already fueling fresh debate about Uganda’s political future, the Chief of Defence…
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EU Wants Nigeria to Reintegrate Boko Haram Fighters
The European Union has advised Nigeria to reintegrate former Boko Haram, ISWAP and JNIM fighters back into society. The bloc has committed 731 million euros to the project. The programme will deradicalise these fighters and reintegrate them into communities or the military. Nigerians are furious…
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Former Liberian Vp, Ex-Wife of Charles Taylor, Jailed Ahead of Drug Trafficking Trial
Liberian Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor has been transferred to Monrovia Central Prison as she awaits further court proceedings over allegations linking her to an international drug trafficking network. Howard-Taylor, who served as Liberia’s Vice President from 2018 to 2024 under former
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Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has issued a stern public warning to President Yoweri Museveni’s son-in-law
To have him arrested if he contacts any security officer without Muhoozi’s prior approval. The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Chief of Defence Forces made the warning in a direct message aimed at Rwabwogo, who is also the
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China Warns US against Interfering in Iran Cooperation
China has issued a strong warning to the United States, urging Washington not to interfere in Beijing’s cooperation with Iran. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China’s cooperation with Tehran is conducted strictly “within the framework of international law.” He warned that any attempt…
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Mwali crowned 2026 CPLP and SADC friends chess champion
International Master Chitumbo Mwali, Zambia’s most highly rated chess player, has been crowned champion of the 2026 Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) Friends Chess Tournament. Mwali won the prestigious title while representing Zambia at the tournament held in…
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“I can NEVER be a priest. I love the other things of women too much” General Muhoozi says after Patience Museveni is consecrated as bishop
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has explained why he believes he can never become a priest. Muhoozi made the light-hearted remark on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, while congratulating his younger sister, Patience Kokundeka Museveni Rwabwogo, following her consecration as a bishop…
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Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi Blasts Nigerian and Ghanaian Critics, Says Countries Like Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Zambia and Malawi Understand South Africa’s Challenges Better
Analyst and former EFF spokesperson Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has sparked debate after criticizing what he described as attempts by some activists from Nigeria and Ghana to portray South Africa negatively over issues related
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Museveni ‘forgives’ former speaker Anita Annet Among, orders release from house arrest
Museveni ‘forgives’ former speaker Among, orders release from house arrest President Yoweri Museveni has reportedly directed the release of former speaker of parliament Anita Annet Among from house arrest and decided against prosecuting her over allegations of massive corruption and illicit wealth generation. President Museveni’s…
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UGANDA: General. Muhoozi Orders Protest at Turkish Embassy, Demands Extradition of Critic Lumbuye
UGANDA: Muhoozi Orders Protest at Turkish Embassy, Demands Extradition of Critic Lumbuye Uganda’s military chief General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has ordered a major protest to be held at the Turkish Embassy in Kampala on September 1. The demonstration is meant to demand that Turkey extradite Ugandan…
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President Kagame Defends Alcohol Ban as Rwanda Suspends 52 Imported Brands
RWANDA: President Kagame Defends Alcohol Ban as Rwanda Suspends 52 Imported Brands Rwandan President Paul Kagame has defended new restrictions on alcohol, saying the country cannot “sit and watch” as harmful drinks “kill” people. Rwanda recently suspended 52 imported alcoholic products, including brands from Kenya…
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U.S. Military Aircraft Lands in Moscow; Kremlin Claims No Knowledge
U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft landed at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport on Tuesday morning, according to flight-tracking data, but Russian officials say they have no information about the arrival. Key Facts: · Aircraft & Flight: The C-17, operating under callsign
