In a significant policy reversal, Kenya’s President announced today that the government would withdraw newly proposed taxes amidst public outcry, opting instead to increase borrowing to fund critical projects and support the economy. President Uhuru Kenyatta addressed the nation in a televised speech, acknowledging the public’s concerns over the proposed tax measures aimed at generating…
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President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani Secures Re-election in Mauritania.
In a closely watched electoral contest, President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani has emerged victorious to secure a second term as the leader of Mauritania. The elections, held amidst both domestic and international scrutiny, reaffirmed Ghazouani’s position at the helm of the North African nation. The results, announced by Mauritania’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), confirmed Ghazouani’s…
Tributes paid after former Celtic player Nguemo dies aged 38.
Former Celtic midfielder Landry Nguemo has died after a car accident in Cameroon. Former Celtic midfielder Landry Nguemo has passed away at the age of 38, sparking an outpouring of tributes from across the footballing world. Nguemo, known for his dynamic playing style and unwavering commitment on the field, left an indelible mark on Celtic…
Millions of Displaced Children in Sudan Subject to Hunger, Violence, Abuse.
The head of the United Nations children’s agency, Unicef, says Sudan is one of the worst places in the world for children. Catherine Russell says it now has the largest displacement of children anywhere, with millions facing malnutrition and most not in school She is travelling to the country torn apart by more than a…
A 12-year-old girl took action against period poverty.
A 12-year-old girl in Germany was so touched by the inspirational work of South African period poverty campaigner Tamara Magwashu that she managed to organise a large charitable donation. Caity Cutter was moved to do something after being shocked to learn from aBBC article about Ms magwasu that 30% of girls in South Africa did not…
Protests in Kenya escalating,as police clashing with anti-tax demonstrators.
Kenyan police clashed with anti-tax protesters in Nairobi, as demonstrations spread across the country, including to the president’s hometown of Eldoret. Anti-riot police, some on horseback, fired tear gas to disperse crowds of protesters on the streets of Nairobi. There were similar protests in other cities and major towns across the country – including Nakuru,…
EU-funded Egyptian forces ‘rounding up and deporting Sudanese refugees’.
The Egyptian authorities have used EU-funded security forces in a campaign of mass arrests and forcible deportations against refugees from the Sudan war, according to a human rights group report. Amnesty International found Egypt “forcibly returned an estimated 800 Sudanese detainees between January and March 2024, who were all denied the possibility to claim asylum”….
Mass arrests in Kenya as angry citizens protest against tax hikes.
Protests have erupted in parts of Kenya, with hundreds detained by police as citizens rejected planned tax hikes in the East African nation already grappling with escalating living costs. Civil society groups said that at least 283 people have been arrested since Tuesday as protests flared over the proposed hikes. The government faced backlash in…
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