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The leader of the Democrats in the U.S. Senate has called for a "full investigation" following confirmation from the White House that a journalist was included in a group chat where U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other top officials discussed impending strikes against Yemen's Houthi group. On March 15, U.S. President Donald Trump announced these strikes, which have sparked significant concern over a notable security breach. Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, revealed he received hours of advance…

Life has a peculiar way of teaching lessons, often through stories more intricate than any fiction. One intriguing saga unfolded in Minneapolis, a city where dreams are etched in the horizon just as firmly as truth. The Feeding Our Future trial stands as a testament to humanity's complexities, rife with ambition’s grip and morals shadowed by greed. Heading the spotlight, Feeding Our Future's founder, Aimee Bock, faces allegations that penetrate deep. With a staggering 250 million dollars allegedly swindled from pandemic…

A Cultural Transformation: Rising Voices Against Domestic Abuse and the Growing Demand for Services As the sun peeked through an overcast sky on a chilly February morning in 2025, Fartun Weli stood outside the doors of Isuroon, the nonprofit she founded. Her eyes, shimmering with both determination and hope, were set firmly on the future. For many, this place represents a beacon of hope in the Twin Cities, offering refuge and resources to Somali and Afghan women facing the terrifying challenges of domestic and sexual…

The tragedy that befell the family of Shiri Bibas has ignited a wave of anguish and anger, particularly directed towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They accuse him of failing to safeguard their loved ones during the harrowing Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, and subsequently not doing enough to secure their return. This heart-wrenching situation prompts us to ask: how could a government, entrusted with the safety of its citizens, falter so grievously? "There is no forgiveness for abandoning them on that…

Recent findings emerging from a survey spearheaded by Afrobarometer in collaboration with local partners present compelling insights into public sentiment toward the judicial system in Liberia. The data reveals a notable rise in support for the court system, especially since the establishment of the Office for War and Economic Crimes by President Joseph Boakai. This favorable shift is particularly striking when juxtaposed with sentiments recorded in 2022. What might be driving this renewed faith in the judiciary? As we…

Mogadishu (AX) – Under the sweltering rays of the Mogadishu sun, a group of anguished families protested on Wednesday. Their loved ones—Somali citizens—face death sentences in Saudi Arabia. With pleas that tug at the heart, these families called upon the Somali government to intercede on behalf of their imprisoned kin. The protesters, a tapestry of pain and resolve, claimed that 45 Somali nationals languish on death row in Saudi prisons. Their cry is simple yet profound: they demand negotiations with Saudi authorities to…

Mogadishu (AX) — As the sun lazily dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over Mogadishu, a gathering unlike any other took place. Survivors, heartened activists, and earnest government officials came together to honor the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Their voices joined in an impassioned plea urging the swift establishment of a national ban in Somalia. Orchestrated by the Ifrah Foundation, this pivotal event was held in partnership with the Ministry of Women, Family,…

In Chad, a chorus of women leaders and activists has brought attention to a significant issue: the glaring scarcity of female candidates in the upcoming legislative, local, and district elections set for December 29. These elections are crucial as they signify the culmination of a transition journey from military to civilian governance. This shift kicked off when General Mahamat Idriss Deby took helm after the passing of his father, the long-serving President Idriss Deby Itno, in 2021. Ahmed Bartchiret, the head of…

On a sunny day in Nairobi, Kenya, the Central Bank Governor, Patrick Njoroge, exhibited crisp Kenyan shilling bills during a vibrant news conference at the Central Bank on June 3, 2019. The financial air was palpable with speculation as these colorful slips of currency held center stage. Photo credits to REUTERS/Baz Ratner. Recently, the Kenyan shilling took a bit of a nosedive when pitted against the dollar. A local trader spilled the beans, saying that this wasn't just a Kenyan phenomenon – the dollar was flexing its…

Lawmakers are pressing Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube to deliver a comprehensive statement addressing the recent plunge in value of Zimbabwe's newly unveiled gold-backed currency. Dubbed the ZiG, or Zimbabwe Gold, this currency made its debut in April. However, it has already suffered a staggering decline of more than 40%. This drop stems from mounting market pressure urging the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe to establish a more realistic and pragmatic exchange rate. Throughout the last several years, efforts to create a stable…