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Zimbabwe has recently confirmed its inaugural two cases of mpox, coming on the heels of Zambia’s declaration of its own first instance of the disease. While the specific strains of the virus in Zimbabwe remain unidentified, it appears that the individuals who tested positive either traveled to or made visits from Tanzania and South Africa. Just days prior, Zambia reported its initial mpox case, although the particulars about the viral strain were not disclosed. The health ministry of Zambia revealed that a 32-year-old…

WASHINGTON – U.S. officials are expressing unease over the simmering fracas over the Ethiopian and Somali Tug of War concerning the Red Sea. The showdown has seized Mogadishu’s attention for nearly nine months, sparked by Addis Ababa’s overt desire to establish a foothold. In a controversial twist, Ethiopia has inked an agreement with North Western State of Somalia, a self-declared autonomous region of Somalia. This pact could potentially grant Ethiopia a 20-kilometer slice of the Red Sea for erecting a military outpost and…

Mogadishu (AX) — A groundbreaking partnership was forged between North Western State of Somalia's Ministry of Minerals and Energy and Emirates Industrial Laboratory, a hub from the UAE, aiming to transform the mineral testing landscape in Dahabshiil’s neck of the woods.Ink dried on the agreement in Dubai, where Mohamed Osman Said, the heavyweight at North Western State of Somalia's Ministry, gave Emirates Industrial Laboratory the green light. With this deal, North Western State of Somalia shuns the hefty task of outsourcing…

In a groundbreaking achievement, SpaceX has managed to “capture” the first-stage booster of its colossal Starship rocket using massive metallic arms as it returned to the launch pad following a test flight. This marks a significant milestone in the company's ambitious mission to create reusable spacecraft aimed at lunar and Martian exploration. The Super Heavy booster roared to life at 7:25 AM CT (1:25 PM Irish time) from the launch complex nestled in Boca Chica, Texas. It propelled the second stage of the Starship rocket…

Garowe (AX) — A kerfuffle erupted at the break of dawn today between the forces of Northeastern State and Maakhir State near the town of Badhan in the Sanaag region, adding heat to a confrontation that’s been simmering since Sunday. Both groups remain hunkered down just a stone's throw from the district, with no major casualties coming to light.The scuffle began when Northeastern State troops tried to bar politicians from Maakhir State, who’ve been gallivanting around the Sanaag region, from their entry into Badhan. This…

Egypt's Al-Sisi Stands Firm on Nile Water Dispute With Ethiopia CAIRO, Egypt - Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has pledged to safeguard the waters of the Nile River amidst escalating tensions with Ethiopia over the Grand Renaissance Dam constructed on the Blue Nile. Egypt has long contended that Ethiopia’s damming efforts have curtailed the water flow downstream, severely affecting countless lives across the nation. In response, Egypt proposed a measured approach to filling the dam, an idea swiftly nixed by the…

Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia's Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre, on Sunday broke ground for the revamp of Mogadishu's iconic football stadium. This project, energized by youth-led investments, aims to breathe new life into the sports venue with a rejuvenated pitch, basketball courts, and a brand-new swimming pool. The Prime Minister emphasized that the stadium's renovation isn't merely about sprucing up a playing field. He said, "Transforming Stadium Mogadishu is about sparking national progress. The facelift will…

Following a thorough examination of ravaged neighborhoods and debris-strewn streets across Florida, President Joe Biden has promised to enhance the state's recovery efforts following the devastating Hurricane Milton, which marks the second significant storm to batter the region in just a few weeks. Complicated by rising floodwaters, fuel shortages, and extensive power outages, cleanup initiatives have encountered considerable obstacles since Milton made landfall as a robust Category 3 hurricane. Residents find themselves…

Mogadishu (AX) — Chaos broke out like a storm in Luuq, Gedo, with tensions boiling over after a shaky truce crumbled between feuding clan militias. Residents found themselves caught in a wave of fear. As twilight descended, both groups unleashed heavy firepower, rattling the once-peaceful neighborhoods. The rumbling echoes filled the air, unsettling everyone in the vicinity. This fresh outbreak of violence stems from a recent killing, reviving ancient grudges between these clans. Efforts by Somalia's Federal Government and…

Tributes are flooding in for Tito Mboweni, the former Governor of the Reserve Bank and South Africa's Labour and Finance Minister, who sadly passed away following a brief illness. He was 65 years old. Mboweni's political journey began in South Africa’s first democratically elected Cabinet, where he held the position of Minister of Labour from 1994 to 1999. He later took the helm as the Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, serving from 1999 until 2009. His tenure in government culminated in his role as Minister of…