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Mogadishu (AX) - Somalis gathered to bid a heartfelt farewell to Prof. Mohamed Sheikh Osman Jawari, the former Speaker of their Parliament, in a state funeral on Saturday. Noteworthy figures such as President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Prime Minister Barre were in attendance for this solemn occasion.Announced deceased last Friday at 79 years of age, Prof. Jawari was lauded by current leaders as a venerable statesman with a six-decade-long commitment to Somalia's government.President Mohamud offered a tribute, hailing Prof.…

Frances Brown became the fresh face at the National Security Council's African affairs department on May 20, 2024. Kenya stands out as the White House's pick for the inaugural state visit by an African leader for myriad reasons, particularly because of its increased global presence. Kenya has volunteered troops for a UN mission in Haiti, demonstrating leadership on the world stage. Anita Powell of VOA snagged an interview with Frances Brown, who dished on tech, climate, debt, democracy, health, and more before Kenyan…