Burkina Faso military government dissolves political parties
The decision by the military rulers who seized power in September 2022 is the latest move to tighten control following the suspension of political activities after the coup.
Samuel OtienoThe decision by the military rulers who seized power in September 2022 is the latest move to tighten control following the suspension of political activities after the coup.
Samuel OtienoIbrahim has been part of Somalia’s armed forces for roughly 18 years, beginning his service in 2009. Over the years, he has held key command and planning positions while also taking on administrative responsibilities within the Somali military and regional security institutions.
Maureen KinyanjuiFrance’s Senate has approved a bill to simplify returning colonial-era artefacts from public collections, potentially speeding restitution to countries including Algeria, Mali and Benin as the proposal heads to the National Assembly.
Chrispho OwuorChinese state media reported on Thursday that the executions followed a September ruling by a court in Wenzhou, eastern Zhejiang province, which found the suspects guilty of multiple serious crimes.
David AbonyoDespite fewer arrivals by sea and land, protection needs remain high, particularly among vulnerable groups. The agency calls for sustained support to protect refugees and promote safe, legal migration routes.
Chrispho OwuorThe move, unveiled during UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s trip to Beijing, reaffirms China’s growing role in global health innovation and AstraZeneca’s commitment to deepening ties in its second-largest market.
Chrispho OwuorThe call was made on Thursday during India’s annual economic survey, a key policy document that often shapes debates within Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration.
Chrispho OwuorThe platform, operated through the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) Automated Trading Platform, allows commercial banks to trade foreign currency via real-time competitive bidding under strict oversight by the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE).
David AbonyoTesla’s revenues also declined, falling 3.1 percent to Sh3.2121 trillion. The company said the drop was driven by softer demand for vehicles alongside higher operating expenses.
Chrispho OwuorThe repatriation was conducted through MONUSCO’s Disarmament, Demobilisation, Reintegration, and Stabilisation programme, which provides a secure way for armed group members and their relatives to leave conflict zones.
Maureen KinyanjuiA recent video released over the weekend showed Lieutenant General Johnson Thabo, commander of the Agwelek militia and assistant army chief for mobilisation, directing government troops to “spare no lives” and target homes as they advanced toward Jonglei to counter a rebel offensive.
Maureen KinyanjuiCivil protection officials reported over 3,000 incidents nationwide, caused by falling trees, flying debris and structural damage. The fiercest winds hit the Monte Real air base in Leiria, reaching 178km per hour before destroying the monitoring equipment.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe US last struck Iranian nuclear facilities in June last year, targeting Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan. Officials described the operation, called “Midnight Hammer,” as a setback to Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe flight carried 13 passengers and two crew members. The official passenger list included lawmaker Diogenes Quintero Amaya and Carlos Salcedo, a candidate in the upcoming congressional elections.
Maureen KinyanjuiAmazon will lay off 16,000 more employees in its second major cut in three months, as it streamlines operations and reallocates resources to AI-driven innovation and strategic hiring.
Chrispho OwuorIn a statement issued on Tuesday, Youssouf said he was “deeply concerned over the deteriorating security situation in parts of the Republic of South Sudan,” citing reports of rising tensions and violence that have forced large numbers of people to flee their homes.
David AbonyoAnnounced by the 27-nation EU bloc, the agreement grants the EU tariff concessions that India has not extended to any other trading partner.
David AbonyoThe 44-year-old stands accused of 17 felonies, including running a large-scale drug operation, witness tampering, and conspiracy to commit murder. This marked his first court appearance following his arrest in Mexico last week.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe warning came during the opening of the 72nd Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 72), hosted by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) in Nairobi on Monday.
Maureen KinyanjuiProlonged drought, ongoing conflicts, and recurring disease outbreaks have left communities struggling to survive, while cuts in international funding are making it harder to reach those most in need.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe military has not revealed exactly how many officers will stand trial but emphasized that the proceedings will uphold “the principles of fairness and due process.”
Maureen KinyanjuiMicron will build a Sh3.1 trillion NAND chip plant in Singapore, with wafer output from late 2028, as it expands NAND and HBM capacity to ease global AI-driven memory shortages.
Chrispho OwuorThe National Weather Service reported that some northeastern cities recorded more than 20 inches of snow in just a single day. In Canada, southern Ontario faced major disruptions, with schools closed and transport delayed as the storm raged through the region.
Maureen KinyanjuiPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the retrieval a momentous accomplishment, highlighting the fulfillment of a promise to bring all captives home.
Maureen KinyanjuiHumanitarian groups warn that the new military operation may push more people from their homes, adding pressure on aid efforts and making it harder to reach those in urgent need.
Maureen KinyanjuiSouth Korea said it had not received official notification of the tariff change and expressed a desire to hold immediate talks with Washington. Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan, currently in Canada, is expected to travel to the United States soon to meet Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to discuss the matter.
Maureen KinyanjuiChina’s low-cost AI models like DeepSeek and Qwen are challenging US dominance, even as Washington keeps a lead in advanced chips and data centres, reshaping global AI rules and alliances.
Chrispho OwuorSSPDF spokesperson Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang said the directives target areas under the control of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO), specifically Nyirol, Uror and Akobo counties, citing the imminent start of military operations.
David AbonyoState Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott said the action targets the two council members, their spouses, and children, citing their role in aiding gangs and other criminal organisations in Haiti.
David AbonyoUganda’s CDF Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has announced full restoration of social media platforms after election-period restrictions, ending weeks of limited online access and reshaping post-poll political communication.
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