Kenya’s Historic Impeachment: First Deputy President Removed from Office
Kenya has experienced a significant political change with the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the swift appointment of...
October 18, 2024Section
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Ethiopia’s Internet Freedom Crisis: A Nation Under Digital Lockdown
Ethiopia scored just 27/100 in Freedom House's Freedom on the Net 2024 report — dead last among 17 African nations....
October 17, 2024
Shots Fired as Mozambique’s Election Tensions Boil Over in Nampula
Security forces in Mozambique's northeastern province of Nampula fired shots to disperse hundreds of supporters of opposition candidate Venâncio Mondlane....
October 16, 2024
Ethiopia Caps Forex Spreads at 2% in Market Reform Push
The National Bank of Ethiopia has introduced a new policy limiting foreign exchange trading spreads to 2%, effective October 16,...
October 16, 2024
Rwanda’s Bold Bid: Bringing Formula 1 to the Heart of Africa
Rwanda has emerged as an unexpected contender to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix in Africa. The small East African...
October 15, 2024
Mozambique’s Electoral Shake-up: PODEMOS Challenges the Old Guard
Mozambique's recent general elections have thrown the country into political turmoil. PODEMOS a rising political force. Analysis from The Rio...
October 15, 2024
Congo, Uganda Extend Military Alliance Against ADF Rebels: Battling Persistent Threats
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda have agreed to continue their joint military operations against. Analysis from The...
October 14, 2024
Rwanda’s ‘B+’ Rating Affirmed: Economic Growth Outpaces Peers
Rwanda's economy continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and growth potential. Fitch Ratings has recently affirmed the country's 'B+' credit rating...
October 11, 2024
Mauritius Leads Africa in Budget-Friendly Digital Nomad Visas
African nations have entered the global competition for digital nomads, but their visa costs may hinder their appeal compared to...
October 11, 2024