Prince Yormie Johnson, a former Liberian warlord who transitioned into a controversial political figure, has passed away at the age of 72. Johnson, notorious for his role during Liberia’s brutal civil wars, gained global infamy in 1990 when footage surfaced of him calmly sipping beer while then-President Samuel Doe was being tortured nearby. A…
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Putin Threatens Kyiv Decision-Makers After Massive Energy Grid Strike.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to Ukrainian decision-makers, threatening to target key centres in Kyiv using Russia’s latest ballistic missile, the “Oreshnik.” His remarks came during a visit to Kazakhstan, just hours after a large-scale Russian strike on Ukraine’s energy grid left over one million people without power. The overnight assault,…
Minister Lugoloobi Ordered to Defend Himself in Karamoja Iron Sheets Scandal.
Kampala, Uganda – The State Minister for Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, Amos Lugoloobi, has been directed to defend himself in a case involving the alleged diversion of 700 iron sheets meant for vulnerable communities in the Karamoja sub-region. The iron sheets, which were part of government relief supplies, were reportedly diverted for personal use,…
Africa’s Incoming WHO Health Boss Dies at 55.
Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, Tanzania’s incoming regional director of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Africa, has passed away at the age of 55. His death comes just three months after being elected to the prestigious position. Dr. Ndugulile, a distinguished medical doctor and lawmaker, died on Wednesday morning in India, where he was undergoing treatment….
Lebanese Civilians Return to Rubble as Ceasefire Holds.
Thousands of Lebanese civilians are returning to their homes to find them reduced to rubble, as a US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah appears to be holding. The ceasefire, which came into effect at 04:00 local time (02:00 GMT), marks the end of 13 months of devastating conflict. In Dahieh, a neighborhood in southern Beirut,…
Olivia Lutaaya Narrates Prison Ordeal, Forced Confession, and Presidential Pardon.
Ms. Olivia Lutaaya, a supporter of the National Unity Platform (NUP) party, has shared her harrowing experience of arrest, imprisonment, and eventual pardon after spending nearly four years in jail. Ms. Lutaaya, along with 18 other NUP supporters, was accused of treachery and unlawful possession of explosives. They were convicted by the General Court Martial…
Congo and Rwanda Sign Landmark Agreement to Bolster Peace in Eastern DRC.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, with Angola’s mediation, have taken a significant step toward peace in the conflict-ridden eastern region of the DRC. On Monday, the two nations signed a pivotal agreement aimed at advancing the peace process, as confirmed by Angola, which played a key role in brokering the negotiations….
Russia Expels British Diplomat Over Alleged Espionage.
Russia has expelled a British diplomat accused of spying and engaging in activities deemed a threat to its national security. The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the decision on Tuesday, alleging that the diplomat, Edward Wilkes, had been involved in intelligence and subversive operations under the guise of his role at the British Embassy…
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