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Building a Future or Securing Power? Examining President Touadera's Bid for a Third Term in the Central African Republic In the heart of Africa, the Central African Republic (CAR) finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. President Faustin-Archange Touadera's recent announcement to seek a third term has not only ignited debates within the nation but has also raised eyebrows among international observers. Given the backdrop of a controversial constitutional overhaul, this move takes on significant implications, particularly in…

The Looming Threat of Cholera in West and Central Africa: A Call to Action As the rainy season descends upon West and Central Africa, a troubling shadow looms over the region. Recent estimates from the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) indicate that over 80,000 children are at high risk of cholera, an alarming statistic that highlights the precarious balance between nature and human vulnerability. With heavy rains and resultant flooding sweeping through countries like the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and…

Russia has reported the capture of a second village, advancing into an area that has largely remained untouched since the onset of its offensive in 2022. As the situation escalates, a series of overnight strikes from both sides resulted in six fatalities—four in central Ukraine and two in western Russia, as confirmed by officials from both nations. The Russian military announced that it has "liberated the settlement of Maliyevka" in the Dnipropetrovsk region, just weeks after seizing its first village nearby.…

Community Strength Against Insurgency: A Look into Hiiraan's Ongoing Struggles On July 23, 2025, armed fighters from the Ma’awisleey clan patrolled the rural outskirts of Maxaas in Somalia’s Hiiraan region. This strategic patrol followed intense clashes with Al-Shabab militants. In an impressive display of local solidarity, community-led defense efforts have gained significant momentum, aiming to reclaim spaces disrupted by insurgent control. In a recent skirmish near Maxaas, the Ma’awisleey forces delivered a decisive…

Ethiopia’s Somali Region to Bolster Fight Against Al-Shabaab in Central Somalia BELEDWEYNE, Somalia - It’s a tumultuous time in the Hiiraan region of Somalia, with Al-Shabaab insurgency posing significant challenges. Former Governor Ali Jeyte Osman, now a presidential envoy for Mawisley militias, believes that enlisting support from the Somali regional forces in Ethiopia could pivot the tide in this escalating conflict. Imagine standing firm on battle-worn soil, where the air is thick with tension. Before his removal as…

The recent military order from Israel requiring residents and displaced individuals in Deir el-Balah, Gaza, to relocate south has delivered a "devastating blow" to the already precarious humanitarian efforts in the region, as reported by the UN's Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). OCHA issued a stark warning yesterday, indicating that this "mass displacement order has further strained the fragile lifelines keeping people alive across the Gaza Strip." In a situation that has already reached…

Somalia’s Federal Government Faces Criticism Over Federalism Approach AXADLE, Somalia - In the intricate political landscape of Somalia, the Federal Government finds itself under intense scrutiny. Accusations are mounting that it is eroding the very fabric of federalism, a concept many view as a cornerstone for national stability. This sentiment isn't new, but President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is now at the center of the criticism, with many pointing fingers at his leadership.…

Somali Forces and Local Fighters Repel Al-Shabaab Assault MOQOKORI, Somalia - The resilient Somali National Army (SNA), alongside dedicated local fighters, successfully repelled a fierce assault by the Al-Shabaab militants, marking yet another chapter in the ongoing saga of conflict in the central regions. Like threads woven into a complex fabric, this confrontation unfolded with unexpected intensity and lasted for several tense hours on a Saturday, as the national efforts to dismantle the militant group persist.…

Somali Army and Local Fighters Target al-Shabab Stronghold in Central Region MOGADISHU, Somalia – Brave endeavors continue as the Somali National Army (SNA) intensifies operations against Al-Shabaab in the Middle Shabelle region. Joining them are the resilient Macawislay fighters, engaging in coordinated efforts around Moora Godan, a community just five kilometers north of Raaga Ceelle village. Middle Shabelle stands as a critical battlefield. For seven months now, it has witnessed relentless…

On June 27, a statement was released on the Bank of Ghana's (BoG) website, garnering attention from publications like The High Street Journal. The Bank identified ten unlicensed money transfer firms that allegedly are conducting foreign exchange and remittance activities in clear violation of Ghanaian financial laws. Have you ever wondered how many people unknowingly rely on services that operate outside legal frameworks? The BoG stressed that these entities lack the necessary licenses and authorization to…