Tag: Africa

Somalia’s Maritime Authority Launches First Cargo Ship “Guney” to Sail Under National Flag

SOMALIA – Somalia‘s maritime authority on Thursday announced the launch of its first cargo ship “Guney” which will sail under the national flag, the first since the 1991 civil war. “Today, we officially registered the vessel ‘Guney’ (IMO 8230417) under the flag of the Federal Republic of Somalia,” Ports and Marine Transport Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed […]

Somalia’s Deputy Premier Appointed Head of South West State

SOMALIA – The Somalia’s second deputy Prime Minister was appointed as the new head of South West State on Wednesday by the country’s Prime Minister, following the resignation of the previous regional president Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagaren. “The Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, Mr. Hamza Abdi Barre, through a decree he issued, […]

28 Al-Shabaab Terrorists Killed in Shabelle Regions

SOMALIA – At least 28 al-Shabaab terrorists were killed in two security operations in southern Lower and Middle Shabelle regions, according to the Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) on Tuesday. The operations were carried out in conjunction with international security partners, it added. One of the operations in the area of ​​Kunyo Barrow, […]

Somalia’s South West State President Resigns

SOMALIA – The Somalia’s South West State president resigned on Monday, just hours after federal forces secured full control of the administrative capital Baidoa, paving way for a federal-led transition. “I, Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen, effective today, March 30, 2026, have resigned from the position of President of South West State,” Laftagareen said on the […]

Re-election of Republic of Congo’s President Denis Sassou Nguesso Upheld by Court

REPUBLIC OF CONGO – The re-election of Republic of Congo’s President Denis Sassou Nguesso in March 15th presidential election was upheld by the Constitutional Court following allegations of irregularities, allowing him to serve for the 5th term. Nguesso won the election with 94.90% of the votes cast, beating six candidates, said a statement issued by […]

Uganda’s Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba Says Would Join Iran War if Israel Faces Defeat

UGANDA – Uganda’s army chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who is also the son to the Ugandan president Yoweri Museveni said on Wednesday that while his country wants the Iran war to end, it would join Israel in war against Iran if Tel Aviv faced defeat. “We want the war in the Middle East to end […]

DR Congo’s Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) Commander Killed in Military Operation

DR CONGO – The Congolese army said on Tuesday that the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) commander was killed in a joint military operation. Defender Kasibandi, alias Salongo, was killed during joint operations by the Congolese and Ugandan armies in North Kivu’s Lubero territory, according to a military spokesperson. “He was killed in an operation code-named […]

Reasons Why the Global South Shouldn’t Trust India

Asia and the Global South are the future, but I’d like to warn that relationship with India should be approached with utmost caution, as far as Asian countries and the Global South are concerned. Personally I have nothing against India or Indians, but there’ certain facts about this nation and its current leadership that might […]

Rwanda Making Progress in Sustainable Nuclear Power Program; IAEA

RWANDA – Rwanda is making progress in the development of the necessary infrastructure for a safe, secure and sustainable nuclear power program, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The assessment was released on Thursday following a recent review of the country’s progress by a team from the agency conducted at the request of […]

Nigerian Army Kills Over 80 Terrorists in Malam Fatori Axis of Borno State

NIGERIA – Over 80 terrorists were on Wednesday killed by Nigerian army in the Malam Fatori axis of Borno State, in coordinated operation involving the air force and ground troops. The insurgents, members of the ISIS-affiliated terrorist group ISWAP, advanced in large numbers on foot and deployed armed drones in a complex attempt to overrun […]

South West State of Somalia Suspends all Flights Over Security Concerns

SOMALIA – The South West State of Somalia on Thursday suspended all flights to and from all of its airports, claiming security concerns. Authorities said only United Nations and African Union flights will be allowed, limited to humanitarian, medical and official purposes, and barred from carrying political figures without approval. “This measure has been implemented […]

South West State of Somalia Severs Ties with Federal Government

SOMALIA – The South West State of Somalia on Tuesday announced that it had severed ties with the federal government in Mogadishu. The state has accused the federal government of interfering in its internal politics and arming militias aimed at unseating the state’s president, Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen. “South West State declares to the Somali […]

Republic of Congo Heads to Polls with 82 Years Old Denis Sassou Nguesso Seeking 5th Term

REPUBLIC OF CONGO – The Republic of Congo began voting on Sunday’s presidential election, with incumbent Denis Sassou Nguesso, 82, projected to win. Polls opened at 6 am (0500GMT) and will remain open until 6 pm (1700GMT). More than 2.6 million registered voters aged 18 and above are eligible to cast their ballots. Sassou Nguesso […]

Over 22 Al-Shabaab Terrorists Killed in 2 Operations in Somalia

SOMALIA – Over 22 al-Shabaab terrorists were killed in 2 operations in central Somalia, according to Somali National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) on Saturday. The first operation in the Dumaye area of the Mudug region, where senior leaders of the group were targeted, killed 15 terrorists, including four senior figures, according to the NISA. […]