Category: African Timeline
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Israel Strikes Hezbollah Leader in Beirut
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In a bold move, Israel has targeted the leader of the Lebanese militant group, Hezbollah, in a devastating airstrike on the outskirts of Beirut. The attack, which occurred on Friday, has raised tensions in the region and sparked international condemnation. Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Hezbollah, was the primary…
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Congo’s President Tshisekedi Calls for Sanctions Against Rwanda
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Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi urged the international community to impose sanctions on Rwanda for its involvement in destabilizing the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Tshisekedi highlighted Rwanda’s alleged support for the M23 rebel group, which has fueled a humanitarian crisis.…
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Kenya’s Unhealed Wounds – Amnesty International Demand Justice for Protest Deaths
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Amnesty International has called on the Kenyan government to investigate the deaths and disappearances of protestors during demonstrations that shook the country earlier this year. Human rights groups report that over 60 people were killed during weeks of unrest, with many more disappearing in the aftermath. The protests, led primarily…
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Langley’s Visit to Kenya Reinforces US Defence Diplomacy in Africa
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In a move to solidify US military partnerships in East Africa, US Marine Corps General Michael Langley, head of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), spent three days in Kenya from 9 to 11 September. During this visit, General Langley met with General Charles Kahariri, Chief of the Kenya Defence…
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Ghana Protests: Voices Rise Against Economic Mismanagement and Mining Crisis
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In the heart of Accra, protesters took to the streets, decrying the government’s handling of the economy. The demonstrators demanded the resignation of the Bank of Ghana’s Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison, and his deputies, citing the central bank’s role in worsening economic conditions. The protest, organized by Democracy Hub, aimed…
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Mali’s Independence: Goïta Calls for Unity, Celebrates Security Gains Amid Challenges
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As Mali commemorated its 64th Independence Day on September 22, 2024, transitional president Col. Assimi Goïta used the occasion to rally the nation towards unity and reflect on security achievements. This marked his fifth Independence Day address as leader, with a focus on the country’s ongoing battle against terrorism and…
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Invisible Citizens: Lack of Birth Certificates Marginalizes Rural Communities in Cameroon
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In the remote forests of southern Cameroon, the Baka and Bagyieli Indigenous communities live on the margins—not just of society, but of citizenship itself. Without birth certificates, over 120,000 of these forest-dwelling people are left stateless, excluded from basic rights like education, healthcare, and legal employment. “We’re stuck,” said Bertrand…
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Nigeria: The Land of Opportunity… For the Wealthy
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Nigeria, the bustling West African nation, has solidified its position as the continent’s economic titan. With a GDP surpassing $477 billion, Nigeria stands head and shoulders above its rivals, Egypt and South Africa. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts that Nigeria’s economic dominance will continue for years to come. As…