Joe Biden has always regarded two places as home – Ireland and Delaware. When he leaves the White House in a matter of months he will head to the latter, and in that state there is some anger at the way he lost his chance to serve a second term as President. Yet even his…
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Ugandan Lawyer Sues DR Congo Government Over Atrocities in Makala Prison.
A Ugandan lawyer has initiated a lawsuit against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government, alleging severe human rights abuses within the country’s prison system. Specifically focusing on recent atrocities at Makala Central Prison in Kinshasa. The case highlights alarming conditions in Congo’s overcrowded and violent prisons, which have recently come under international scrutiny….
Kenya High Court Clears Path for New Deputy President.
In a landmark decision, Kenya’s High Court has lifted an injunction that was preventing Kithure Kindiki from being sworn in as the country’s new deputy president. This development follows the dramatic impeachment of his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, whose removal has sparked significant political debate and legal battles. Two weeks prior, Rigathi Gachagua was impeached after…
Spain Floods Death Toll Rises to 158 as Rescuers Search for Survivors.
The devastating floods that struck parts of Spain on Wednesday have resulted in the loss of at least 158 lives, with rescuers tirelessly combing through affected areas in search of survivors. The Valencia region has borne the brunt of the disaster, with 155 deaths recorded there alone. Additionally, two fatalities have been reported in Castilla-La…
ICC Set to Confirm Charges Against Joseph Kony in Absentia.
In a recent decision, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has announced that it will proceed with a confirmation of charges hearing against Joseph Kony, the notorious leader of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA), even in his absence. Kony, who has evaded capture for years, has been one of the most wanted fugitives globally due to…
Rwandan Beauty Queen Arrested for Drink-Driving and Unlicensed Driving.
In Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, Divine Muheto, the reigning Miss Rwanda, has been arrested following allegations of drink-driving and operating a vehicle without a valid driver’s licence. Police confirmed that the beauty queen caused damage to public infrastructure and then reportedly fled the scene. The official statement did not clarify if anyone was injured during the…
How X Users Are Profiting from Misinformation and AI-Generated Content Around US Elections.
Users on the social media platform X claim to be earning “thousands of dollars” by sharing election misinformation, AI-generated images, and conspiracy theories. Networks of accounts have been identified that repeatedly re-share each other’s content, a strategy that not only boosts their reach but also increases revenue. This phenomenon is raising concerns about…
Katikkiro Mayiga Calls for Increased Funding for UCDA.
The Premier (Katikkiro) of the Buganda Kingdom, Charles Peter Mayiga, has emphasized the need for the Ugandan government to provide additional funding to the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), rather than prioritizing rationalization. Mayiga made this call during a recent address, stressing the importance of coffee production as a means to uplift the socioeconomic status…
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