Turkey Strengthens Bonds with Africa, Seeking Economic and Diplomatic Expansion
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…
Amidst apprehensions of unrest, the U.S. election day kicks off with the initial votes being cast in New Hampshire.
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…
Imam Tragically Killed in Ethiopia’s Oromia Region
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,…
Rwanda Tackles Marburg, While Mpox Remains Uncontained
Dr. Yvan Butera, the State Minister for Health in Rwanda, has issued a warning regarding the ongoing battle against the Marburg virus. While he noted some encouraging signs in the country's efforts to contain the outbreak, he emphasized that the crisis "is far from over." Yet, there’s a glimmer of optimism as Dr. Butera remarked, "we are making progress." In another concerning development, the Africa Centers for Disease Control (Africa CDC) reported that the mpox outbreak—another pressing health threat in the region—is still…
U.S. Customs Halts Asli Maydi Frankincense Citing Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Exploitation Concerns
WASHINGTON, United States (AXADLE) — The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has thrown down the gauntlet against Asli Maydi, a purveyor of frankincense headquartered in Hargeisa, North Western State of Somalia. With a spotlight on forced labor concerns, they’ve slapped a withhold release order (WRO) that freezes any imports from the company, as they're deemed to breach U.S. labor regulations, specifically 19 U.S.C. § 1307.
In its digital domain on Facebook, Asli Maydi portrays itself as a benefactor to local…
Somali Prime Minister Chooses Fresh Cabinet Amid Regional Strains
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…
Somali Government Delegation Attends INTERPOL Assembly in the UK
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…
Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Welcomes Slovenia’s Deputy Prime Minister
Hamza Abdi Barre, the Prime Minister of Somalia, recently welcomed Tanja Fajon, Slovenia's Deputy Prime Minister, for an important dialogue. During their meeting, they delved into strengthening ties between Somalia and Slovenia, with a keen focus on pivotal issues such as climate change, social welfare, security, and human rights. This dialogue gains significance as Somalia embarks on its new role within the UN Security Council, as highlighted by the Somali National News Agency (SONNA). Prime Minister Hamza took the…
Musk’s attorney claims that the recipients of the $1 million voter giveaway are not chosen at random.
Elon Musk's political action committee isn’t just drawing names from a hat for their ambitious $1 million-a-day giveaway aimed at registered voters. According to an attorney representing the billionaire, they are handpicking individuals who can effectively champion their agenda. Chris Gober, Musk’s lawyer, made this assertion while addressing a Pennsylvania judge, attempting to dismiss claims that the giveaway was an "illegal lottery." This lawsuit was initiated by Philadelphia District Attorney Lawrence Krasner, who aims to…
US Court Overturns Intellectual Disability Finding for Death Row Prisoner
The U.S. Supreme Court has vacated a lower court’s ruling that had shielded Joseph Clifton Smith, a convicted murderer from Alabama, from execution due to an assertion of intellectual disability.
The justices determined that the Atlanta-based 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals needs to provide further clarification on its previous decision, which deemed Smith's death penalty unjustifiable following a pivotal 2002 Supreme Court ruling. This earlier decision established that executing individuals who are intellectually…