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The war between Russia and Ukraine continues to unfold with the recent exchange of captured soldiers, as reported by the Russian government. This exchange is part of a series of prisoner swaps that were discussed during peace talks held in Istanbul earlier this month. While the talks did not yield progress towards a ceasefire, both parties agreed to the release of over 1,000 soldiers from each side. These individuals consist primarily of those who are wounded, ill, or under the age of 25. "A group of Russian servicemen…

On April 14, we marked a haunting eleven years since the tragic abduction of 276 schoolgirls from Chibok by the extremist group Boko Haram in 2014. This incident did not merely shed light on the depths of human depravity but also highlighted the alarming systemic inadequacies in Nigeria's governance and security frameworks. Why, in a nation rich with resources and talent, do we continue to witness such harrowing events? Despite widespread condemnation and the fervent #BringBackOurGirls campaign, a staggering 90 of those…

In a significant turn of events, over 50 nations have approached the White House to initiate trade discussions following the introduction of sweeping new tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump, as reported by his economic advisors. This surge in interest signals a potential shift in diplomatic and economic relations on a global scale. Amidst considerable volatility in the markets, representatives from the Trump administration have been working diligently to defend the tariffs, which have led to a staggering loss of nearly…

As the dawn of 2024 approached, a significant legislative move unfolded in The Gambia. The National Assembly took a historic step, passing a bill aimed at establishing a specialized tribunal dedicated to prosecuting human rights violations attributed to the tumultuous reign of former president Yahya Jammeh. This decision, though monumental in its moral implications, was further galvanized in December when the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) announced its commitment to assist The Gambia in creating this…

In a heartfelt televised address, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris faced a challenging reality head-on—a reality in which her ambitious campaign couldn’t thwart the return of Republican contender Donald Trump to the Oval Office. After clinching a critical win in Wisconsin, Trump, now 78, crossed the threshold of 270 Electoral College votes, securing his presidential comeback. “Though I acknowledge this election outcome, I refuse to back down from the cause that fueled our campaign,” stated Ms. Harris in a poignant message…

Will Egypt Steer Somalia's Peacekeeping Journey? NAIROBI, Kenya - As the calendar inches towards the expiry of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) in December, it's becoming increasingly apparent that Egypt is mounting its troops for AUSSOM, the new mission slated for the region. This signals the dawn of a strategic plan to bolster peace and stability in Somalia, a land of enduring strife. In a communique rolling out from the recent Tripartite summit, Egypt, Somalia, and Eritrea collectively nodded to…

 Simon Manley, the UK's envoy, and Somalia's Ambassador Khadra Ahmed Dualeh engage in a lively discourse at a Geneva gathering of the United Nations Human Rights Council.Mogadishu (AX) — A collaborative proposition has been tabled by the United Kingdom and Somalia during Thursday's United Nations Human Rights Council meet. Their joint initiative seeks to extend technical support for advancing Somalia’s human rights endeavors and to renew the role of the Independent Expert on Somalia.Simon Manley, representing the UK at the…

On Thursday, March 17, 2022, the Malian authorities suspended the broadcast of RFI on FM, as well as France 24. This is how listeners can continue to follow our two antennas in Mali. ►Opportunity to receive RFIOn the InternetBy satelliteClearly on satellites with a receiver for the public:Eutelsat 16A and SES 4(RFI in French) SES 5(RFI in French and African languages)On short wavesIn…

Flames erupted across northern Algeria on Thursday as the country observed a national day of mourning for dozens of people killed in recent forest fires to cover the Mediterranean. The North African country has been…

On Wednesday evening, 14 July, the Minister of Defense announced the deployment of 25,000 soldiers to stop the violence. riots that were originally triggered by the arrest of former President Jacob Zuma, but which quickly turned into looting. In Gauteng, Johannesburg and Pretoria and their surroundings, the situation is more or…