72-year-old Akua Donkor, one of only two female candidates in the election alongside Nana Frimpomaa of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), was diagnosed with abdominal complications on Saturday, October 26.
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At least six armed groups have already laid down their arms and chosen the path of reintegration, yet they claim to feel “abandoned by the government.”
Officials say the Home Affairs minister jumped the gun and made the announcement before it was officially authorised by President Ramaphosa.
According to Africanews correspondent Joel Kouam, turnout in Botswana's national election appears to be high, as voters head to the polls. President Mokgweetsi Masisi is seeking a second and final term in Wednesday's election. His main opponent is Duma...
Residents in Botswana are casting their ballots in the country's national election, in a vote that will determine if the ruling party lengthens its 58 years in power. President Mokgweetsi Masisi of the Botswana Democratic Party is aiming for a second t...
The 2023 finance law, which included increased fuel taxes, a housing levy, and higher top income tax rates, triggered opposition-led protests and unrest, leading to over 60 deaths in June and July. In response, Ruto withdrew this year's bill, delaying ...
Citizens will be voting for for 61 seats in the National Assembly and 609 local council seats.
In announcing the exercise, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that given the growth in geopolitical tensions, it was important to maintain readiness.
Berlin Zoo delighted visitors this week with underwater views of baby pygmy hippo Toni, born on June 3 to mother Debbie.
Austrian wingsuit pilot Peter Salzmann has set three new BASE jump world records using an innovative wingsuit foil, flying 12.5 km from Switzerland's Jungfrau mountain.
