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Ex-Congo Election Chief Yobeluo Ducks Military Tribunal Yobeluo, the former head of Congo's election commission, didn't appear for his military court hearing. Yobeluo's absence has thrown the proceedings into disarray, with many raising eyebrows at his no-show. It's not unusual for figures of his stature to tread carefully when facing legal scrutiny. Fear of repercussions likely had a significant role in his decision to abstain. Sources say his lawyers are working relentlessly to negotiate favorable terms for his client. A…

Former DR Congo Election Chief Faces Trial Amid High-Stakes Political Drama The judicial proceedings for DR Congo’s ex-election commission head are gearing up to commence. This event is causing ripples through the nation's political landscape, fueled by intense anticipation from citizens and observers alike. Early next week, the courtroom will open its doors to a high-profile trial that's expected to captivate the country. Observers believe it could set a precedent for holding powerful figures accountable. The accused,…

Algeria's Electoral Body Reviews Presidential Candidacy Submissions from 16 Applicants, Including Incumbent Tebboune Algeria's electoral commission is gearing up for the presidential race, having just received candidate files from 16 hopefuls. Among the contenders is the sitting president, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, who is seeking another term. This upcoming election has the nation buzzing, as it signifies a potential shift or reinforcement in leadership. Each candidate has submitted the necessary paperwork and met the…

Ursula von der Leyen Wins Second Term as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen clinched a second term as European Commission President after vowing to bolster Europe’s “defence union” and continue its ambitious green transformation. In a tense 720-member chamber, 401 MEPs cast their secret ballots in favor of von der Leyen, with 284 opposed. The vote saw Sinn Féin MEPs, along with independents Luke Flanagan and Ciarán Mullooly from Ireland, opposing her bid. On RTÉ’s News at One, Mullooly voiced his…

Ursula von der Leyen's Renewed Pledges for the EU European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen made notable commitments prior to securing a second term. These commitments lay the foundational goals for the EU's executive body. Defense and Security "Forge a genuine European Defence Union," von der Leyen pledged. She aims to create a unified defense market for products and services. She plans to introduce Defence Projects of Common European Interest, focusing initially on a European Air Shield and cyber…

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The official report of the train accident in Katanga reports 75 dead, 125 injured of which 28 with trauma. The authorities have set up a commission of inquiry, while some wagons have still not been identified. It is possible that other bodies of passengers are…

A joint commission of inquiry between Mali and Mauritania and joint patrols: these are the most important decisions at the end of the 48-hour stay in Mauritania for an important Malian mission, following the deaths of several civilian Mauritania on the border…

In Ethiopia, the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission condemns ethnic assaults within the Oromia area, within the western a part of the nation. This group, affiliated with the federal government of Abye Ahmed, arouses greater than 200 victims and attributes the primary assault to an Oromo insurgent group. The Ethiopian Human…

Mogadishu, Somalia. Due to disagreements within the Federal Election Commission, which has not yet established any rules for participation, member states of the federal government are now accused of obstructing the upcoming parliamentary elections in Somalia. After the organization accused the new election rules of violating agreed electoral practices, the anonymous head of state incited differences within the committee. I don't know why, although initially agreed, the official disagreed. The current president said:…