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These days, it seems like Democrats and Republicans in the United States can hardly find common ground. However, one aspect they've collectively acknowledged is the pure madness the past few months have unleashed for both sides. One Democratic strategist called this election cycle "topsy-turvy and traumatic," whereas a Republican consultant coined it "chaotic, crazy, and fun." This election year has become a nightmare turned real for many Democrats. It even resulted in the briefest presidential campaign in the nation’s…

Understanding what's at play, let's take the core message of a Kenyan delegation trying to ease the political friction between Somali leader Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Jubbaland's head honcho, Ahmed Madobe, over the looming election. There's some backstory involving some heavy hitters like former bigwigs from IGAD—Mahbub Moalim and Ambassador Mohamed Abdi Affey. We've even got Wajir County's own Senator Abdirahman Ali Hassan Olow in the mix. Their mission? Play peacemaker and sort out this kerfuffle over inclusion or lack…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Somalia's parliament, armed with two chambers, has given a thumbs-up to a $1.3 billion budget, marking a high point over the years. This financial plan is set to boost various economic sectors, including funding for ongoing infrastructure projects. This approval covers both spending and income as outlined in the Appropriation Act for 2025, ensuring that many governmental departments can pursue their programs seamlessly over the next year. In a unanimous vote, MPs pushed the budget to $1.3 billion, a…

The political climate in Ethiopia's Amhara state has raised eyebrows in the United States, sparking significant concerns about the escalating conflict in the region—concerns expressed by none other than America's chief diplomat late on Monday. The Fano, a militia group part of the Amhara ethnic group, which holds the title of Ethiopia's second-largest ethnicity, is a curious player in this drama. Around April 2023, driven by the government's attempt to disarm regional forces, the Fano picked up their arms, embracing a role…

In the final, nail-biting hours of an intensely contested US presidential election, both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are confidently projecting victories as they crisscross Pennsylvania in their last-minute campaigns. This election cycle has been nothing short of tumultuous, featuring shockwaves like two assassination attempts against Trump and his felony conviction. On the other hand, the spotlight unexpectedly shifted to Kamala Harris after President Joe Biden, 81, stepped aside from his re-election run under…

Turkey's government emphasizes bolstering its relationship with Africa, acknowledging the continent's vast potential for economic growth. Expressing gratitude for Africa's unwavering support for Palestine, Turkey pledges to fortify diplomatic ties with this vibrant region. In a strategic move, Turkey has ramped up investments across Africa, with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan touring more than 31 countries, passionately advocating for stronger connections between Ankara and the African bloc. During a recent…

In the quaint locale of Dixville Notch, New Hampshire, an election observer assists a resident casting her vote for the U.S. presidential election on the early morning of November 5, 2024. It's a scene that's been replayed for years: the tiny northeastern town kicking off Election Day voting at the stroke of midnight, captured in an image by Xinhua photographer Li Rui. Dixville Notch has cultivated a unique tradition over the years, where its modest group of six registered voters dutifully cast their votes as soon as it’s…

Sheik Mohammed Mekin Haji The situation in Ethiopia under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's leadership seems to be spiraling into chaos. Recent incidents in Ethiopia's Oromia region have painted a grim picture. Sheik Mohammed Mekin Haji, an Imam from a mosque in North Shoa's Dera District, has been tragically killed. He was abducted by a militant group along with 12 others from the mosque in Adea Melkie Kebele, within the Dera district. The hostages were reportedly close associates of the Imam. Opposition group, Enat Party,…

Mogadishu (AX) — Masterminding a move towards renewed governance, Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre unveiled fresh appointments on Monday. A new state minister for the Ministry of Planning and Investment and a deputy for the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Higher Education took the stage, replacing their predecessors who recently bowed out of the political scene. Stepping up as the freshly minted state minister for Planning is Ahmed Nor Sheikh Mohamed Loxox, while Abdirashid Mohamed Du'ale slides into the Deputy…

Mogadishu (AX) — A delegation from the Somali government, spearheaded by Internal Security Minister Abdullahi Sheikh Ismael Fartaag, is participating in the 92nd INTERPOL General Assembly from November 4-7, 2024, in Glasgow, United Kingdom. This annual gathering has attracted over a thousand high-ranking law enforcement professionals from around the globe. They have come together to tackle urgent security challenges and to select new leadership for INTERPOL. “I feel privileged to represent the Federal Government of Somalia…