Alfghanistan Strengthens Diplomatic Relations with Neighbouring Pakistan

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1705 EAT on Saturday 31 May 2025 Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to upgrade their diplomatic relations, signaling an easing of tensions between the two South Asian neighbours. Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced that the charge d’affaires in Kabul will be elevated to ambassador rank. In response,…

Trump Anounces plans to Double US Tarrifs on Steel and Aluminium to 50%

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1644 EAT on Saturday 31 May 2025 President Donald Trump has announced plans to double the US tariff rate on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%, effective June 4. This move aims to bolster the domestic steel industry and reduce reliance on foreign producers, particularly China….

ITU Marks 160 Years of Innovation on World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

By E. K Benjamin Geneva, Updated at 1314 EAT on Saturday 31st May 2025 — The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) commemorated a major milestone on this year’s World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), marking 160 years of pioneering advancements in global communication. In a statement released to mark the occasion, ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin…

Mongolia to host UNCCD COP17 in August 2026 

By E. K Benjamin – Updated at 0854 EAT on Saturday 31st May 2025 The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) will be hosted by Mongolia in its capital city, Ulaanbaatar, from 17 to 28 August 2026.   This landmark global event will bring…

Bruno Fernandes: Potential Move to Al-Hilal

Updated by Anastasios Gordon Sekandi at 20:57 EAT on Friday, 30 May 2025 Bruno Fernandes, Manchester United’s captain, is reportedly considering a lucrative transfer offer from Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal.  The Saudi Pro League side has proposed a record-breaking £65 million annual salary, potentially making Fernandes one of the world’s highest-paid players.  His agent, Miguel…