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Imam Condemns Actions Contrary to Islamic Teachings, Calls for Reflection During Eid-al-Adha

By Abu Hassan Accra, Ghana - Speaking during Eid-al-Adha celebrations, Mr. Yusif Abdulai Korley, Imam of the Kasseh Central Mosque in the Ada East District, has strongly condemned actions by individuals…

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Can Cummings Rewrite His Story? Liberia Eyes a Familiar Face as 2029 Approaches

Monrovia, Liberia - With the dust still settling from the contentious 2023 presidential election, Liberians are…

Hungary Withdraws from International Criminal Court, Citing Loss of Impartiality

By Jeffrey Stein Budapest, Hungary - The Hungarian parliament has voted to withdraw from the International…

Fred Matiang’i Declares 2027 Presidential Bid, Confident of Ruto’s Defeat

By Simba Munyua NAIROBI, Kenya – Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has firmly declared his…

Liberian Ambassador Joseph F. Johnson Begins Tenure in Morocco with Diplomatic Outreach

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David Sengeh Crowned Sierra Leone’s Top Minister by Africa News Today

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Moroccan Foreign Minister accuses Algeria of intent to intensify conflict

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Morocco Nasser Bourita has admonished that Algeria seems self-assured…

Guinean Opposition Decries International Silence as Junta Tightens Grip

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Historic Shift: Trump Meets Syrian Leader, Lifts Sanctions, Heralding New Era for Damascus

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Trump’s Embrace of South African Farmers: A Double-Edged Sword?

Washington D.C. - President Donald Trump's vocal support for white farmers in South Africa, citing concerns…

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Liberia: President Boakai Faces Crucial Chief Justice Choice as Youh’s Retirement Looms

Monrovia, Liberia - With the impending retirement of Chief Justice Sie-A-Nyene Gyapay Yuoh in June 2025, President Joseph Boakai is facing…

UN-Habitat Assembly Adopts Strategic Plan to Combat Global Housing Crisis

By Peter Halima Nairobi, Kenya - The United Nations Habitat Assembly concluded its resumed second session in Nairobi, Kenya, with the…

US Deported Over 900 Nigerians in Six Years, Thousands More Face Removal

By Jeremy Stein WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) data reveals that 902 Nigerians have been deported from…

Boima Kamara Spearheads Transformation of WAMA into Regional Fiscal Policy Powerhouse in ECOWAS

Freetown, Sierra Leone - The West African Monetary Agency (WAMA) is poised to become a leading regional fiscal policy institution…

Ronaldo Weighs In on 2025 Ballon d’Or Race: Dembele vs. Yamal Heats Up

By Esther Edoh Paris, France - Ahead of the UEFA Nations League final clash between Portugal and Spain, Cristiano Ronaldo…

Sierra Leone Politics Post President Maada Bio: Who Takes Over?

The Republic of Sierra Leone is not short of incredible professionals with impeccable education and experience.  But the politics of…

Children in the Crosshairs as Trump Administration Escalates Immigration Crackdown

By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - Advocacy groups are raising serious concerns about the well-being of children as the Trump administration…

Analyzing Liberia’s 2023 Post-Elections Era: Emphasizing Economic Development and Progress Towards Sustainable Development

By Amara Quardu Mohammed Kamara  The 2023 elections open a new chapter in Liberia’s democratic journey. However, the new government…

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Growing Chorus in Nigeria Yearns for Change, Driven by Peter Obi’s Leadership Vision

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Somaliland Rejects Somalia’s Offer to Hand Over Key Port to US, Citing Sovereignty

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Liberia Launches Computer-Based Testing Center to Revolutionize Civil Service Recruitment

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Mano River Union (MRU) Subregion Faces Development Headwinds as Skill Gaps Hamper Growth

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Williams calls for a reawakening of West African nations in addressing unemployment, workforce development and industry innovation

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Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)Announces Exciting Career Opportunities with Multiple Job Vacancies

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Cameroon Grapples with Age-Old Leadership as Nonagenarian President Seeks Eighth Term Amidst Youthful Discontent

By Isaac Okoro Yaoundé, Cameroon – As Cameroon heads to the polls this Sunday for its presidential election, the nation faces a stark generational divide. At the forefront of the race…

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Millions Still Trapped in Poverty Despite Nigeria’s Economic Gains

By Emmanuel Sikena Abuja, Nigeria - Despite a Nigerian economy showing signs of stabilization and bolstered…

Cameroon Grapples with Age-Old Leadership as Nonagenarian President Seeks Eighth Term Amidst Youthful Discontent

By Isaac Okoro Yaoundé, Cameroon – As Cameroon heads to the polls this Sunday for its…

Zimbabwe: Mutodi Fired As Budget Committee Chair After Unsubstantiated Corruption Claims Against Treasury Secretary

By Simba Munyua Bikita South legislator Energy Mutodi has been immediately removed as the chairperson…

Nigerian Tech Minister Uche Nnaji Resigns Amid Certificate Forgery Scandal

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Agenda ni kutoa wewe”: Gachagua Fires Back at Ruto, Declares 2027 Ouster Priority

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Zimbabwe’s Presidential aspirant rolls out 2028 campaign

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Early Polls Suggest APC Could Challenge SLPP’s Hold in Sierra Leone’s Next Election

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Guinea’s Paradox: Junta’s Progress Overshadows Democratic Transition

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Patrice Motsepe Re-Elected as CAF President: A Boost for Soccer in Africa

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Liberian Businesses Decry Lax Enforcement of Liberianization Policy, Demand Government Action

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Williams Urges African Governments to Empower Private Sector for Accelerated Development

By Emily Sims SEOUL, South Korea - In a compelling address, respected labor market specialist and public policy professional Jones N. Williams has urged African governments to fundamentally re-evaluate their…

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Julius Maada Bio’s Legacy: A President Torn Between Progress and Peril in Sierra Leone

By Esther Edoh Freetown, Sierra Leone – As President Julius Maada Bio nears the end of his second and final term, Sierra Leone stands at a critical juncture, reflecting on a…

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President Tinubu Grants Landmark Presidential Pardon to Herbert Macaulay, 174 Others

By Abu Hassan Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has approved a significant exercise of the presidential prerogative of mercy, granting pardons to 175 individuals, including Nigeria's revered nationalist, Herbert Macaulay,…

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FIFA Investment in African Football Surpasses $1 Billion, Infantino Announces in Kinshasa

By Patrice Katuma KINSHASA, DRC – FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced last week that the organization's financial commitment to African football has exceeded $1 billion since the launch of the FIFA…

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Liberia Gears Up for Extensive Infrastructure Push, Civil Works to Commence October 15

By Sara Camara MONROVIA, Liberia – Liberia's Ministry of Public Works is set to launch a nationwide offensive on dilapidated road infrastructure, announcing October 15th as the official commencement date for…

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Rehabilitation a Priority as President Boakai Mobilizes Nation in Anti-Drug Fight, Equips LDEA with New Fleet

By Sara Camera MONROVIA, LIBERIA – Liberian President Joseph Boakai has called for a radical shift in the national strategy against drug abuse and trafficking, urging every citizen to take active…

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Millions Still Trapped in Poverty Despite Nigeria’s Economic Gains

By Emmanuel Sikena Abuja, Nigeria - Despite a Nigerian economy showing signs of stabilization and bolstered by abundant natural resources, a staggering number of citizens remain ensnared in poverty, according to…

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Horrific Allegations Emerge in South African Court: Farm Workers Forced to Feed Murdered Women to Pigs

By James Vusi Polokwane, South Africa - In a chilling account that has sent shockwaves through South Africa, a farm worker has testified in court detailing how he was allegedly forced…

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Madagascar President Claims Illegal Power Seizure Underway Amid Escalating Dissatisfaction and Military Rebuke

By Peter Halima Antananarivo, Madagascar – The office of Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has issued a dramatic statement claiming that an attempt to seize power illegally and unconstitutionally is currently underway…

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Cameroon Grapples with Age-Old Leadership as Nonagenarian President Seeks Eighth Term Amidst Youthful Discontent

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