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International Women’s Day: Celebrating Resilience Amidst Challenges FILE - In this poignant snapshot of survival and hope, Somali women find refuge near Mogadishu, erecting shelters to protect themselves from the cruelty of displacement. We find ourselves on the cusp of another International Women's Day, coming up on March 8, 2025. This year, the world celebrates women across the globe for their unwavering strength amidst relentless struggles, championing a theme that echoes the…

Somalia and Ethiopia Celebrate Their Renewed Military Cooperation MOGADISHU, Somalia - A new dawn has emerged for Somalia and Ethiopia, as the two East African neighbors embrace a freshly inked military agreement. This pact between the Somali National Army (SNA) and the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) signifies a promising chapter grounded in mutual respect, ensuring each nation's territorial integrity and sovereignty. General Odowaa Yusuf Rage from the SNA and Field Marshal…

The Nigerian music landscape has been graced with numerous talents, but few have soared as high as Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems. Recently, she claimed the prestigious Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance during the 67th annual ceremony. Her triumph marks a significant milestone, as she outperformed a formidable lineup that included renowned artists such as Burna Boy, Asake, Wizkid, Yemi Alade, and the dynamic collaboration of Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay. This accomplishment is a testament not…

(Minasse Wondimu Hailu - Anadolu Agency) In a world as tumultuous as a caffeine-fueled newsroom, where tensions flicker like a neon sign, there’s a brewing dose of hope. The recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Palestinian Hamas resistance group has drawn applause from the African Union, Somalia, and South Africa, a trio adding harmony to what has been an all-too-dissonant symphony. Moussa Faki Mahamat, the orchestrator and chief conductor of the African Union Commission, lauded the pivotal ensemble cast of…

Rwanda is on the verge of officially declaring its Marburg outbreak as resolved after successfully discharging the very last patient who had fully recovered. Over the course of this health crisis, the nation witnessed more than 60 cases of infection, leading to 15 tragic fatalities, as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO). With a significant number of individuals having emerged victorious against the virus, the mortality rate now sits at a concerning 23%. Furthermore, it's noteworthy that there haven’t been any…

Residents and volunteers from the Valencia region have issued a heartfelt plea for greater assistance from the military, as well as regional and national governments, to address the extensive damage and devastation left in the wake of catastrophic floods that have inundated numerous towns. On the previous day, a wave of volunteers spontaneously converged upon the area, inadvertently hindering access for trained emergency responders striving to reach certain locations. This prompted local authorities to devise a strategy…

At the 2024 Paralympic Games, a remarkable accomplishment unfolded as ten African nations stood proudly on the podium, collectively clinching a total of 23 gold medals across eight countries. This achievement highlights the growing prowess of athletes from the continent in various sporting disciplines. On this grand stage, Morocco distinguished itself as the standout performer, amassing an impressive haul of 15 medals. Yet, it was Algeria that stole the spotlight with a remarkable six golds, marking its dominance in the…

In Sudan, the price of daily products has risen by more than 400% in one year, according to government figures. The rate of inflation is deteriorating every month and the Sudanese are watching the series of austerity reforms introduced by the transitional authorities to get into the nails set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).…

This Wednesday, Senegal recalled the June 23, 2011 movement. This popular protest movement that had led then-President Abdoulaye Wade to abandon its constitutional reform project. It is a crucial moment in the country's political history. This anniversary is celebrated in the division with two separate events in Dakar. as…

While Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina declared a state of health throughout the territory on Saturday, the doors to worship remained open on Easter Sunday. With a tonnage, however limited to 100 people, a condition set by the head of state. From our correspondent in Antananarivo,Inside the Reformed Church in the district…