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South Korean Leader Faces Indictment for Alleged Insurrection Activities

In a startling twist in South Korean politics, President Yoon Suk Yeol finds himself grappling with serious allegations of insurrection. This development stems from his brief declaration of martial law on December 3, prompting his indictment, a move announced by leaders of the main opposition party. “The prosecution has officially decided to indict Yoon Suk Yeol,” proclaimed Han Min-soo, a spokesperson for the Democratic Party, at a press briefing that resonated with gravity. “Finally, the time has come to face the…

North Western State of Somalia Election Commission Penalizes Kulmiye and Waddani Parties for Early Campaigning Activities

Hargeisa (AX) — In a surprising twist, the North Western State of Somalia Electoral Commission has slapped a hefty penalty of 10 million North Western State of Somalia Shillings on both the Kulmiye and Waddani parties. Their crime? Jumping the gun on electioneering before the green light lit up. Tuesday brought forth revelations from the Commission's Ethics Committee, highlighting a breach of the sacred electoral code. The Ethics head honcho declared, “Both Wadani and Kulmiye felt the wrath of a 10 million fine each,…

Italy-led Space Center in Kenya Set to Resume Earth Observation Activities

Adolfo Urso, the Italian Minister responsible for Business and Made in Italy, observes attentively during a question-and-answer session in Rome’s lower house on September 11, 2024. REUTERS/Remo Casilli/File Photo - Grab your Licensing Rights. Italy has plans to revive a once-dormant space center in Kenya for launching Earth observation satellites in the next few years, shared the nation’s industry minister on Sunday. Urso stated, "We aim to breathe new life into this facility, launching low-orbit micro-satellites to…

Libyan Central Bank Suspends Activities Due to Kidnapping of Employees

The Central Bank of Libya has officially declared a halt to its operations following the alarming kidnapping of its IT chief by unidentified armed assailants. This disturbing event unfolds amid escalating tensions among various armed factions throughout the nation. Prior to this incident, gunmen had surrounded the bank's headquarters located in Tripoli, demanding the resignation of Governor Seddik al-Kabir. This bold move has sparked international outrage, notably from Richard Norland, the U.S. Ambassador to Libya. He…

Somalia’s ISIS Branch Finances Activities Through Gold Exports, Accumulating Up to $6 Million

ISIS Somalia Branch Bolsters Operations with Gold Sales, Reeling in Up to $6 Million AXADLE, Somalia — Nestled in the rugged northeastern Bari region, the Islamic State's Somalia faction has found a lucrative gig — hawking locally mined gold, according to various accounts. Since 2022, these golden ventures have lined the group's coffers to the tune of an estimated $6 million, the International Crisis Group reports. The gold trade orchestrated by ISIS-Somalia shines a light on not just their economic maneuvers but also their…

South Kivu authorities suspend nine activities

In the eastern part of the country, nine mining companies, six of them Chinese, have been temporarily shut down by the provincial authorities. Gold mining. Especially in Mwengaquis' territory was the stage for tensions between local communities and foreign operators who were active in the exploitation of gold. as reported from…

DRC: resumption of cultural activities in Lubumbashi after six months of closure

In Lubumbashi, cultural activities resumed for the public in early October following a six-month suspension due to the coronavirus pandemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo. For some cultural centers, the period of health emergency was an opportunity to reconsider the organization of activities. The artists themselves waited impatiently to return to more or less normal, although respect for barrier movements remains mandatory during the performances. .

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