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#IVORYCOAST: OUATTARA SWORN IN FOR FOURTH TERM AS IVORY COAST PRESIDENT
President Alassane Ouattara, 83-year-old, was reelected with nearly 90 percent of the vote in the October 25 election -- though turnout in the west African nation was a relatively low 50.1 percent.
President Alassane Ouattara, 83-year-old, was reelected with nearly 90 percent of the vote in the October 25 election -- though turnout in the west African nation was a relatively low 50.1 percent.
December 8, 2025 at 1:49 PM
#IVORYCOAST: OUATTARA SWORN IN FOR FOURTH TERM AS IVORY COAST PRESIDENT
President Alassane Ouattara, 83-year-old, was reelected with nearly 90 percent of the vote in the October 25 election -- though turnout in the west African nation was a relatively low 50.1 percent.
President Alassane Ouattara, 83-year-old, was reelected with nearly 90 percent of the vote in the October 25 election -- though turnout in the west African nation was a relatively low 50.1 percent.
#KENYA: IEBC CHAIR SAYS ELECTION THEFT IN KENYA IS “IMPOSSIBLE”
Speaking during a post-election debrief after the November 27 by-elections, Ethekon said the commission has strengthened transparency measures, deployed advanced technology, and enforced strict audit trails to safeguard credibility.
Speaking during a post-election debrief after the November 27 by-elections, Ethekon said the commission has strengthened transparency measures, deployed advanced technology, and enforced strict audit trails to safeguard credibility.
December 8, 2025 at 11:04 AM
#KENYA: IEBC CHAIR SAYS ELECTION THEFT IN KENYA IS “IMPOSSIBLE”
Speaking during a post-election debrief after the November 27 by-elections, Ethekon said the commission has strengthened transparency measures, deployed advanced technology, and enforced strict audit trails to safeguard credibility.
Speaking during a post-election debrief after the November 27 by-elections, Ethekon said the commission has strengthened transparency measures, deployed advanced technology, and enforced strict audit trails to safeguard credibility.
#BREAKING: THAILAND-CAMBODIA BORDER CLASHES ESCALATE DESPITE CEASEFIRE DEAL
The Royal Thai Army confirmed it launched airstrikes after its troops were attacked Monday morning, while Cambodia insists Thailand initiated the assault and denies retaliating.
The Royal Thai Army confirmed it launched airstrikes after its troops were attacked Monday morning, while Cambodia insists Thailand initiated the assault and denies retaliating.
December 8, 2025 at 10:15 AM
#BREAKING: THAILAND-CAMBODIA BORDER CLASHES ESCALATE DESPITE CEASEFIRE DEAL
The Royal Thai Army confirmed it launched airstrikes after its troops were attacked Monday morning, while Cambodia insists Thailand initiated the assault and denies retaliating.
The Royal Thai Army confirmed it launched airstrikes after its troops were attacked Monday morning, while Cambodia insists Thailand initiated the assault and denies retaliating.
#BREAKING: GLOBAL CHILD MORTALITY RISK RISES FOR FIRST TIME IN A CENTURY
Scientific and social advances had reduced under-five mortality from 88 deaths per 1,000 live births in 1990 to 36 in 2020, but those gains could be undone without renewed global commitment.
Scientific and social advances had reduced under-five mortality from 88 deaths per 1,000 live births in 1990 to 36 in 2020, but those gains could be undone without renewed global commitment.
December 8, 2025 at 9:46 AM
#BREAKING: GLOBAL CHILD MORTALITY RISK RISES FOR FIRST TIME IN A CENTURY
Scientific and social advances had reduced under-five mortality from 88 deaths per 1,000 live births in 1990 to 36 in 2020, but those gains could be undone without renewed global commitment.
Scientific and social advances had reduced under-five mortality from 88 deaths per 1,000 live births in 1990 to 36 in 2020, but those gains could be undone without renewed global commitment.
#KENYA: IEBC HAILS KIEMS KITS FOR 99% PERFORMANCE IN BY-ELECTIONS
IEBC Chair Edung Ethekon said the technology ensured a credible and transparent voting process, despite challenges such as voter apathy and isolated attempts to influence results
IEBC Chair Edung Ethekon said the technology ensured a credible and transparent voting process, despite challenges such as voter apathy and isolated attempts to influence results
December 8, 2025 at 9:41 AM
#KENYA: IEBC HAILS KIEMS KITS FOR 99% PERFORMANCE IN BY-ELECTIONS
IEBC Chair Edung Ethekon said the technology ensured a credible and transparent voting process, despite challenges such as voter apathy and isolated attempts to influence results
IEBC Chair Edung Ethekon said the technology ensured a credible and transparent voting process, despite challenges such as voter apathy and isolated attempts to influence results
#NIGERIA: ABOUT 100 HOSTAGES FREED, 165 STILL MISSING
The mass abduction took place in late November when a total of 315 students and staff were taken hostage. At the time, 50 managed to escape, leaving hundreds still in captivity.
The mass abduction took place in late November when a total of 315 students and staff were taken hostage. At the time, 50 managed to escape, leaving hundreds still in captivity.
December 8, 2025 at 9:05 AM
#NIGERIA: ABOUT 100 HOSTAGES FREED, 165 STILL MISSING
The mass abduction took place in late November when a total of 315 students and staff were taken hostage. At the time, 50 managed to escape, leaving hundreds still in captivity.
The mass abduction took place in late November when a total of 315 students and staff were taken hostage. At the time, 50 managed to escape, leaving hundreds still in captivity.
#KENYA: DCI OFFICER AMONG VICTIMS KILLED AS INSECURITY WAVE HITS KITALE
The latest incident has shocked the security fraternity after a DCI officer based in Kitale was stabbed to death on Friday evening while on duty pursuing a murder suspect in Matisi when he was fatally attacked.
The latest incident has shocked the security fraternity after a DCI officer based in Kitale was stabbed to death on Friday evening while on duty pursuing a murder suspect in Matisi when he was fatally attacked.
December 8, 2025 at 8:04 AM
#KENYA: DCI OFFICER AMONG VICTIMS KILLED AS INSECURITY WAVE HITS KITALE
The latest incident has shocked the security fraternity after a DCI officer based in Kitale was stabbed to death on Friday evening while on duty pursuing a murder suspect in Matisi when he was fatally attacked.
The latest incident has shocked the security fraternity after a DCI officer based in Kitale was stabbed to death on Friday evening while on duty pursuing a murder suspect in Matisi when he was fatally attacked.
#KENYA: WEST POKOT LEADERS WARN OF GOLD MINING TRAGEDIES AFTER IKOLOMANI CLASHES
The recent Ikolomani gold mining clashes in Kakamega, which left four people dead and six others injured, have raised fears in West Pokot County over similar tragedies.
The recent Ikolomani gold mining clashes in Kakamega, which left four people dead and six others injured, have raised fears in West Pokot County over similar tragedies.
December 8, 2025 at 7:53 AM
#KENYA: WEST POKOT LEADERS WARN OF GOLD MINING TRAGEDIES AFTER IKOLOMANI CLASHES
The recent Ikolomani gold mining clashes in Kakamega, which left four people dead and six others injured, have raised fears in West Pokot County over similar tragedies.
The recent Ikolomani gold mining clashes in Kakamega, which left four people dead and six others injured, have raised fears in West Pokot County over similar tragedies.
#KENYA: INTERN JSS TEACHERS IN HOMA BAY APPEAL TO PRESIDENT RUTO OVER JOB WOES
The teachers want the government to employ them on permanent and pensionable terms, saying their current pay is too little to sustain their families.
The teachers want the government to employ them on permanent and pensionable terms, saying their current pay is too little to sustain their families.
December 8, 2025 at 7:04 AM
#KENYA: INTERN JSS TEACHERS IN HOMA BAY APPEAL TO PRESIDENT RUTO OVER JOB WOES
The teachers want the government to employ them on permanent and pensionable terms, saying their current pay is too little to sustain their families.
The teachers want the government to employ them on permanent and pensionable terms, saying their current pay is too little to sustain their families.
#BREAKING: TANZANIA BAN DECEMBER 9 PROTEST, CITE NO OFFICIAL LETTERS FILED
Tanzania’s Police outlawed planned nationwide demonstrations set for December 9, 2025 declaring them unlawful, confirming that no formal protest notifications have been submitted to district police offices as required by law.
Tanzania’s Police outlawed planned nationwide demonstrations set for December 9, 2025 declaring them unlawful, confirming that no formal protest notifications have been submitted to district police offices as required by law.
December 5, 2025 at 4:20 PM
#BREAKING: TANZANIA BAN DECEMBER 9 PROTEST, CITE NO OFFICIAL LETTERS FILED
Tanzania’s Police outlawed planned nationwide demonstrations set for December 9, 2025 declaring them unlawful, confirming that no formal protest notifications have been submitted to district police offices as required by law.
Tanzania’s Police outlawed planned nationwide demonstrations set for December 9, 2025 declaring them unlawful, confirming that no formal protest notifications have been submitted to district police offices as required by law.
#BREAKING: SWEDEN TO END BILATERAL DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION WITH TANZANIA BY 2026
The Swedish Gov't has announced it will phase out its bilateral development cooperation strategy with Tanzania by 31 August 2026, emphasizing the decision is not linked to recent events in Tanzania.
The Swedish Gov't has announced it will phase out its bilateral development cooperation strategy with Tanzania by 31 August 2026, emphasizing the decision is not linked to recent events in Tanzania.
December 5, 2025 at 3:07 PM
#BREAKING: SWEDEN TO END BILATERAL DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION WITH TANZANIA BY 2026
The Swedish Gov't has announced it will phase out its bilateral development cooperation strategy with Tanzania by 31 August 2026, emphasizing the decision is not linked to recent events in Tanzania.
The Swedish Gov't has announced it will phase out its bilateral development cooperation strategy with Tanzania by 31 August 2026, emphasizing the decision is not linked to recent events in Tanzania.
#BREAKING: UN CALLS FOR LIFTING OF PROTEST BAN IN TANZANIA AHEAD OF DECEMBER 9
The Tanzanian government has been urged to uphold fundamental freedoms ahead of planned Independence Day protests on 9 December.
The Tanzanian government has been urged to uphold fundamental freedoms ahead of planned Independence Day protests on 9 December.
December 5, 2025 at 1:09 PM
#BREAKING: UN CALLS FOR LIFTING OF PROTEST BAN IN TANZANIA AHEAD OF DECEMBER 9
The Tanzanian government has been urged to uphold fundamental freedoms ahead of planned Independence Day protests on 9 December.
The Tanzanian government has been urged to uphold fundamental freedoms ahead of planned Independence Day protests on 9 December.
#KENYA: UHURU KENYATTA HAILS HISTORIC ACCORD BETWEEN DRC AND RWANDA
Ex-Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta hailed the signing of the Washington Peace Agreement between DRC President Tshisekedi & Rwandan President Kagame, describing it as a “new dawn” for the two nations and the wider Great Lakes region.
Ex-Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta hailed the signing of the Washington Peace Agreement between DRC President Tshisekedi & Rwandan President Kagame, describing it as a “new dawn” for the two nations and the wider Great Lakes region.
December 5, 2025 at 12:22 PM
#KENYA: UHURU KENYATTA HAILS HISTORIC ACCORD BETWEEN DRC AND RWANDA
Ex-Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta hailed the signing of the Washington Peace Agreement between DRC President Tshisekedi & Rwandan President Kagame, describing it as a “new dawn” for the two nations and the wider Great Lakes region.
Ex-Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta hailed the signing of the Washington Peace Agreement between DRC President Tshisekedi & Rwandan President Kagame, describing it as a “new dawn” for the two nations and the wider Great Lakes region.
EU FINES X €120 MILLION FOR BREAKING DIGITAL RULES
Investigators found that X breached several transparency obligations, including failures in its advertising repository, restricted access for researchers, and deceptive practices linked to its “blue check mark” verification system.
Investigators found that X breached several transparency obligations, including failures in its advertising repository, restricted access for researchers, and deceptive practices linked to its “blue check mark” verification system.
December 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM
EU FINES X €120 MILLION FOR BREAKING DIGITAL RULES
Investigators found that X breached several transparency obligations, including failures in its advertising repository, restricted access for researchers, and deceptive practices linked to its “blue check mark” verification system.
Investigators found that X breached several transparency obligations, including failures in its advertising repository, restricted access for researchers, and deceptive practices linked to its “blue check mark” verification system.
#BURKINAFASO: BURKINA FASO RELEASES 8 NGO MEMBERS ARRESTED FOR ‘SPYING’
Burkina Faso's military junta, which seized power in a September 2022 coup, revoked the authorisation of 21 NGOs working in the country in July, including Netherlands-based INSO.
Burkina Faso's military junta, which seized power in a September 2022 coup, revoked the authorisation of 21 NGOs working in the country in July, including Netherlands-based INSO.
December 5, 2025 at 11:21 AM
#BURKINAFASO: BURKINA FASO RELEASES 8 NGO MEMBERS ARRESTED FOR ‘SPYING’
Burkina Faso's military junta, which seized power in a September 2022 coup, revoked the authorisation of 21 NGOs working in the country in July, including Netherlands-based INSO.
Burkina Faso's military junta, which seized power in a September 2022 coup, revoked the authorisation of 21 NGOs working in the country in July, including Netherlands-based INSO.
#KENYA: KENYA TO BEGIN LOCAL VACCINE PRODUCTION, NEWBORNS TO BENEFIT FIRST
By focusing first on pneumonia, a leading cause of infant mortality, the institute aims to deliver immediate health benefits while building capacity for broader vaccine production in the future.
By focusing first on pneumonia, a leading cause of infant mortality, the institute aims to deliver immediate health benefits while building capacity for broader vaccine production in the future.
December 5, 2025 at 11:14 AM
#KENYA: KENYA TO BEGIN LOCAL VACCINE PRODUCTION, NEWBORNS TO BENEFIT FIRST
By focusing first on pneumonia, a leading cause of infant mortality, the institute aims to deliver immediate health benefits while building capacity for broader vaccine production in the future.
By focusing first on pneumonia, a leading cause of infant mortality, the institute aims to deliver immediate health benefits while building capacity for broader vaccine production in the future.
#BREAKING: DIPLOMATIC MISSIONS DEMAND RELEASE OF BODIES OF VICTIMS KILLED IN TANZANIA POST-ELECTION VIOLENCE
Seventeen embassies and the European Union have jointly condemned the post-election violence in Tanzania, expressing deep regret over the loss of life and injuries.
Seventeen embassies and the European Union have jointly condemned the post-election violence in Tanzania, expressing deep regret over the loss of life and injuries.
December 5, 2025 at 9:51 AM
#BREAKING: DIPLOMATIC MISSIONS DEMAND RELEASE OF BODIES OF VICTIMS KILLED IN TANZANIA POST-ELECTION VIOLENCE
Seventeen embassies and the European Union have jointly condemned the post-election violence in Tanzania, expressing deep regret over the loss of life and injuries.
Seventeen embassies and the European Union have jointly condemned the post-election violence in Tanzania, expressing deep regret over the loss of life and injuries.
#US: RWANDA AND DRC SIGN PEACE AGREEMENT IN WASHINGTON
Speaking after the signing, President Donald Trump emphasized that peace would open the door for American companies to invest in the mining sector, creating economic opportunities and mutual benefits for all parties involved.
Speaking after the signing, President Donald Trump emphasized that peace would open the door for American companies to invest in the mining sector, creating economic opportunities and mutual benefits for all parties involved.
December 5, 2025 at 8:29 AM
#US: RWANDA AND DRC SIGN PEACE AGREEMENT IN WASHINGTON
Speaking after the signing, President Donald Trump emphasized that peace would open the door for American companies to invest in the mining sector, creating economic opportunities and mutual benefits for all parties involved.
Speaking after the signing, President Donald Trump emphasized that peace would open the door for American companies to invest in the mining sector, creating economic opportunities and mutual benefits for all parties involved.
#US: U.S SECRETARY OF STATE PRAISES KENYA’S ROLE IN HAITI MISSION
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubionoted that Kenya’s commitment has provided momentum for international efforts to restore order and strengthen security institutions in Haiti.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubionoted that Kenya’s commitment has provided momentum for international efforts to restore order and strengthen security institutions in Haiti.
December 5, 2025 at 8:10 AM
#US: U.S SECRETARY OF STATE PRAISES KENYA’S ROLE IN HAITI MISSION
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubionoted that Kenya’s commitment has provided momentum for international efforts to restore order and strengthen security institutions in Haiti.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubionoted that Kenya’s commitment has provided momentum for international efforts to restore order and strengthen security institutions in Haiti.
#BREAKING: U.S. BEGINS REVIEW OF TANZANIA TIES OVER RIGHTS VIOLATIONS
U.S. said recent actions by the Tanzanian gov't, including restrictions on free speech and religious freedom, barriers to investment and violence against civilians, have raised serious questions about it's reliability as a partner
U.S. said recent actions by the Tanzanian gov't, including restrictions on free speech and religious freedom, barriers to investment and violence against civilians, have raised serious questions about it's reliability as a partner
December 4, 2025 at 3:23 PM
#BREAKING: U.S. BEGINS REVIEW OF TANZANIA TIES OVER RIGHTS VIOLATIONS
U.S. said recent actions by the Tanzanian gov't, including restrictions on free speech and religious freedom, barriers to investment and violence against civilians, have raised serious questions about it's reliability as a partner
U.S. said recent actions by the Tanzanian gov't, including restrictions on free speech and religious freedom, barriers to investment and violence against civilians, have raised serious questions about it's reliability as a partner
#BREAKING: UN CONDEMNS TANZANIA SECURITY FOR ALLEGED ‘SHOOT TO KILL’ ORDERS DURING PROTEST
The UN experts said security forces, including police and military, allegedly received “shoot to kill” orders during an enforced curfew as youth‑led demonstrations erupted nationwide against the ruling party
The UN experts said security forces, including police and military, allegedly received “shoot to kill” orders during an enforced curfew as youth‑led demonstrations erupted nationwide against the ruling party
December 4, 2025 at 2:34 PM
#BREAKING: UN CONDEMNS TANZANIA SECURITY FOR ALLEGED ‘SHOOT TO KILL’ ORDERS DURING PROTEST
The UN experts said security forces, including police and military, allegedly received “shoot to kill” orders during an enforced curfew as youth‑led demonstrations erupted nationwide against the ruling party
The UN experts said security forces, including police and military, allegedly received “shoot to kill” orders during an enforced curfew as youth‑led demonstrations erupted nationwide against the ruling party
#TANZANIA: TANZANIA ADJOURNS MANGE KIMAMBI’S ECONOMIC SABOTAGE HEARING TO NEXT YEAR
Kimambi faces economic charges filed by the Gov't of Tanzania and it was initiated shortly after AG accused her of inciting violent protests that broke out during & after the October 29, 2025 general elections.
Kimambi faces economic charges filed by the Gov't of Tanzania and it was initiated shortly after AG accused her of inciting violent protests that broke out during & after the October 29, 2025 general elections.
December 4, 2025 at 11:23 AM
#TANZANIA: TANZANIA ADJOURNS MANGE KIMAMBI’S ECONOMIC SABOTAGE HEARING TO NEXT YEAR
Kimambi faces economic charges filed by the Gov't of Tanzania and it was initiated shortly after AG accused her of inciting violent protests that broke out during & after the October 29, 2025 general elections.
Kimambi faces economic charges filed by the Gov't of Tanzania and it was initiated shortly after AG accused her of inciting violent protests that broke out during & after the October 29, 2025 general elections.
#KENYA: TAHIDI HIGH ACTOR BILAL WANJAU PASSES AWAY
Bilal Wanjau was widely recognized for his roles in popular productions including Tahidi High, Pepeta, Lies That Bind, Bazenga, The Runaway, and Jela 5 Star.
Bilal Wanjau was widely recognized for his roles in popular productions including Tahidi High, Pepeta, Lies That Bind, Bazenga, The Runaway, and Jela 5 Star.
December 4, 2025 at 10:49 AM
#KENYA: TAHIDI HIGH ACTOR BILAL WANJAU PASSES AWAY
Bilal Wanjau was widely recognized for his roles in popular productions including Tahidi High, Pepeta, Lies That Bind, Bazenga, The Runaway, and Jela 5 Star.
Bilal Wanjau was widely recognized for his roles in popular productions including Tahidi High, Pepeta, Lies That Bind, Bazenga, The Runaway, and Jela 5 Star.
#KENYA: HELB REASSURES BENEFICIARIES ON COMPLIANCE WITH IN DUPLUM RULE
HELB stated that all student loan accounts are being managed in line with the High Court’s landmark judgment in Anne J. Mugure & 2 Others v HELB (2022), which affirmed that the rule applies to HELB and all lending institutions.
HELB stated that all student loan accounts are being managed in line with the High Court’s landmark judgment in Anne J. Mugure & 2 Others v HELB (2022), which affirmed that the rule applies to HELB and all lending institutions.
December 4, 2025 at 9:34 AM
#KENYA: HELB REASSURES BENEFICIARIES ON COMPLIANCE WITH IN DUPLUM RULE
HELB stated that all student loan accounts are being managed in line with the High Court’s landmark judgment in Anne J. Mugure & 2 Others v HELB (2022), which affirmed that the rule applies to HELB and all lending institutions.
HELB stated that all student loan accounts are being managed in line with the High Court’s landmark judgment in Anne J. Mugure & 2 Others v HELB (2022), which affirmed that the rule applies to HELB and all lending institutions.
#GHANA: GHANA CALLS FOR IMPARTIAL INVESTIGATION INTO TANZANIA’S POST-ELECTION VIOLENCE
In a public statement issued on December 3, Ghana aligned itself with AU, Commonwealth, and UN in stressing the urgent need for a transparent & impartial investigation into the post-election violence.
In a public statement issued on December 3, Ghana aligned itself with AU, Commonwealth, and UN in stressing the urgent need for a transparent & impartial investigation into the post-election violence.
December 4, 2025 at 9:27 AM
#GHANA: GHANA CALLS FOR IMPARTIAL INVESTIGATION INTO TANZANIA’S POST-ELECTION VIOLENCE
In a public statement issued on December 3, Ghana aligned itself with AU, Commonwealth, and UN in stressing the urgent need for a transparent & impartial investigation into the post-election violence.
In a public statement issued on December 3, Ghana aligned itself with AU, Commonwealth, and UN in stressing the urgent need for a transparent & impartial investigation into the post-election violence.