Uganda’s military leader leaves X after controversial posts
Uganda's chief of defense forces General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, has declared his departure from X, where he has been known for sharing provocative messages.
Abéché military base handover marks shift in French involvement in Chad
In Chad, the withdrawal of French armed forces is ongoing, particularly at the military base in Abéché. As the country's third-largest city, Abéché endured significant hardships during the French colonial period, leading its residents to welcome the departure of the French military with open arms.
Guinea: opposition expressed doubt over election
The Guinean government's spokesperson announced that the presidential election might occur before the close of 2025. Initially, the junta had pledged to transfer power to elected officials by the end of 2024 due to international pressure, but they have failed to fulfill that promise.
Nigeria: Why Freezing Order Against My Accounts Is Abuse of Court Process – Nduka Obaigbena
[Premium Times] First Bank had obtained a court order restraining banks in Nigeria from dealing in all monies and assets due to Mr Obaigbena.
Nigeria: Court Blocks Nduka Obaigbena’s Accounts Over $225.8 Million First Bank Debt
[Premium Times] The court forbids all banks from dealing in all monies and assets belonging to Mr Obaigbena and General Hydrocarbons Limited.
Plane crash in Malindi leaves three dead
Residents have challenged government plans to extend the airport's boundaries without resolving land compensation issues.
Zelenskyy rallies European support as Putin signals openness to dialogue with Trump
Meanwhile, in Moscow, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reiterated Russian President Vladimir Putin's openness to dialogue with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.
Maduro’s inauguration sparks controversy in Venezuela
Demonstrators took to the streets of Caracas, Venezuela, on Thursday in a spontaneous attempt to block Nicolas Maduro's inauguration for a third term on Friday
When Paris and Italy’s fashion rivals unite
Italian and French fashion have long been framed as rivals but a Paris exhibition has shown that the two traditions are more interconnected
Maduro’s inauguration sparks demonstrations across South America
Protests erupted across Latin America against the controversial inauguration of President Nicolas Maduro for a third term.