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The Land Convoy Soumoud, aimed at breaking the Gaza siege, has successfully arrived in the Libyan city of Zaouïa, situated approximately 50 kilometers west of Tripoli. From there, the journey continues to Egypt and ultimately toward the Rafah border crossing into the Gaza Strip. As the convoy crossed into Libyan territory, it was met with an overwhelming display of solidarity. Crowds gathered, their voices uniting in a chorus of support. Wael Nawar, the convoy's spokesperson, shared this uplifting moment with TAP,…

Tanzania's Digital Censorship Crisis: A Growing Concern In an alarming turn of events, Tanzania has recently blocked access to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, for the second time within a year. This action has sparked serious discussions about digital freedoms in the country, highlighting a continuing trend towards increased censorship. How does this affect ordinary citizens who rely on digital spaces to express their opinions and foster connections? On May 20, 2023, the internet…

Hope Resurfaces in Bay and Bakool Regions In a landmark moment for the communities of Bay and Bakool regions, roads that had been blocked by Al-Shabaab since 2012 have recently reopened following a pivotal agreement reached between local elders and the militant group. This development marks a turning point for many who have endured hardships for over a decade. Can you imagine living in constant fear of basic interactions, confined to treacherous off-road routes just to obtain essential goods? Before the…

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has joined forces with several European Union and non-EU leaders to issue a compelling statement that condemns what they describe as "the man-made humanitarian catastrophe unfolding before our eyes in Gaza." This strong declaration was signed not only by the Taoiseach but also by the leaders of Iceland, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Slovenia, and Spain, during a sidebar meeting at a summit in Albania. Mr. Martin could not attend due to the funeral of Garda Kevin Flatley, which took place on the same…

Two months into Israel's full blockade of aid to Gaza, humanitarian workers are witnessing harrowing scenes: children are starving, and people are resorting to fighting over dwindling water supplies. Aid operations are now described as being on the "verge of total collapse." The United Nations and the Red Cross have raised urgent alarms about the humanitarian crisis unfolding in this war-torn territory, calling for immediate global intervention. "The humanitarian response in Gaza is on the verge of total collapse," warned…

In an intriguing development in the realm of international trade, the Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) has cast a spotlight on a significant economic challenge unfolding between India and Pakistan. According to PBF officials, India is poised to face trade losses totaling an estimated $1.14 billion. The root of this financial setback lies in Pakistan’s decision to restrict the use of its territory for Indian trade activities. According to data shared by the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP), Indian trade…

The submission of candidacies to the Election Commission would end on Wednesday. The majority, the opposition and civil society were called upon to make their choices known, which then had to be validated by a joint committee of the National Assembly, the majority opposition. But there are a number of blockages and the president of the National Assembly has granted another 48 hours for religious…

The president of MRC Maurice Kamto can move freely. The government decided on Tuesday to lift the blockade around his home, a few days after the regional election contested by the opponent was held just over two months ago. as reported from Yaoundé, Polycarp EssombaIt was at the end of the morning on Tuesday that the news…

Road traffic resumed on 14 November at the Guerguerat border post, marking the border between Western Sahara and Mauritania. The blockade of activity for several weeks served as a justification for launching a Moroccan military operation, leading to the end of a nearly thirty-year ceasefire between Rabat and the Polisario Front and the concerns of the international community.…

In Guinea, ECOWAS, the African Union and the United Nations have just completed a joint mission to try to ease tensions following the October 18 presidential election. The latter in particular calls for the lifting of the blockade on the home of opposition leader Cellou Dalein Diallo. With our special correspondent,Charlotte…