In a surprising and unprecedented move aimed at fostering national unity, President William Ruto of Kenya has nominated prominent opposition members to key positions within his Cabinet. The announcement, made during a nationally televised address from State House Nairobi, marks a significant departure from traditional political strategies and underscores Ruto’s commitment to inclusivity and collaboration…
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Frantic Rescue Efforts Amid Ethiopia Landslide Tragedy.
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Ethiopia’s Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples’ Region (SNNPR) witnessed a devastating landslide that claimed multiple lives and left countless families in despair. The disaster struck early yesterday morning in the remote village of Gofa zone, where heavy rains triggered the cascading of rocks and earth, burying several homes beneath a…
Netanyahu not serious about ceasefire deal – Hamas.
In a recent statement issued by Hamas officials, the militant group accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of lacking genuine commitment to the ceasefire agreement currently being negotiated. Tensions have escalated following a series of cross-border attacks between Israel and Gaza, prompting international efforts to broker a cessation of hostilities. Hamas spokesperson Ahmed al-Mudallal emphasized…
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu has dismissed the foreign and information ministers.
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has dismissed two senior government officials, including the foreign minister, in a mini-cabinet reshuffle, her office announced. The changes occurred as Hassan sought to rebuild trust from foreign powers regarding a program of economic and political reforms. This included loosening restrictions on opposition parties and the media, which some critics…
Sierra Leone ex-leader’s former bodyguard jailed over coup attempt.
A former bodyguard of the ex-President of Sierra Leone, Ernest Bai Koroma, has been convicted of treason and sentenced, along with 10 others, for their involvement in a failed coup last year. Amadu Koita Makalo, a former soldier, was sentenced to 182 years in prison for treason, murder, and attempted murder. The charges followed attacks…
US Secret Service boss resigns over Trump shooting failures.
US Secret Service director Kim Cheatle has resigned following security failures related to an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. “As your director, I take full responsibility for the security lapse,” Ms. Cheatle said in a resignation letter to agency staff on Tuesday. She faced calls from both Democrats and Republicans to resign after…
Crackdown on Uganda’s opposition ahead of protests.
Uganda’s main opposition leader, Bobi Wine, says security forces have surrounded his party’s headquarters in Kampala before an anti-government protest. Soldiers and police had transformed the National Unity Platform (NUP) offices into “a military barracks” and “violently arrested” some party officials, he said. Police did not confirm the arrests, but reportedly said that they had…
Tanzanian minister sacked after poll rigging remarks.
Tanzania’s information minister, Nape Nnauye, has been dismissed from his position after causing an uproar with comments suggesting that elections could be tampered with. Mr Nnauye was recorded at a rally on 15 July, stating that he would assist a fellow ruling party MP to win the 2025 election. He mentioned that “the outcome of…
