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The world is witnessing a remarkable shift in global trade dynamics, particularly as nations seek to forge stronger economic ties. A significant milestone has occurred recently as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kenya signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking the UAE’s first bilateral trade agreement with an African country. This landmark agreement …

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The President of the Central African Republic (CAR), Faustin-Archange Touadera, recently visited Moscow to engage in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The talks focused on enhancing military cooperation and exploring economic partnerships, particularly in agriculture and mining, as the CAR seeks to bolster its ties with Russia amidst ongoing internal conflicts. Touadera’s visit to …

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The only thing we wanted for our country is the right to a worthy life, dignity without pretence, independence without restrictions. This was never the desire of the Belgian colonialists and their Western allies…” This extract is taken from a letter that Baba Patrice Emery Lumumba wrote to his wife shortly before his execution. The …

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The landscape of justice and punishment is continually evolving across the globe. In Zimbabwe, a significant transformation is underway as the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) takes a bold step toward modernity and rehabilitation by converting the historic gallows at Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison into a museum and radio broadcasting studio. This move aligns …

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Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi has wreaked havoc across Madagascar, resulting in at least three fatalities and displacing over 5,000 individuals. The cyclone made landfall on January 12, 2025, bringing heavy rains and strong winds that led to significant flooding and destruction in the northern regions of the island. Cyclone Dikeledi (a Sesotho word which means the …

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The Lucky Dube School for Performing Arts is set to officially open its doors in Ermelo, Mpumalanga, on January 15, 2025. This institution, named after the legendary reggae musician Lucky Dube, aims to discover and nurture local talent in the performing arts, aligning with contemporary trends in music and arts education. A Tribute To A …

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Mozambique inaugurated its new parliament on January 13, 2025, amidst significant unrest and opposition boycotts following disputed election results. The ceremony was marked by a national strike called by opposition leader Venancio Mondlane, who claims the elections were rigged in favor of the ruling Frelimo party, which has held power for 50 years. The elections …

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Mali’s government has initiated the enforcement of a provisional order to seize gold stocks at Barrick Gold’s Loulo-Gounkoto site, escalating tensions between the military-led authorities and the Canadian mining giant. This move reflects Mali’s ongoing efforts to renegotiate mining contracts and secure a larger share of revenues from foreign companies. Background Of The Dispute The …

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