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In a remarkable display of resilience, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party has successfully staged a political comeback, securing power once again in the recent parliamentary elections. The outcome of this vote was significantly influenced by a public backlash against US President Donald Trump’s tariffs and his provocative remarks about making Canada the 51st state. As the nearly complete vote count rolled in, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation projected that the Liberals will form a solid minority…

The State of Ghanaian Consumers: A Call for Empowerment and Awareness In today's bustling marketplace, armed with technology and information transmitted at lightning speed, one presumes the modern consumer should be more informed than ever. Yet, a comprehensive report titled "The State of Ghanaian Consumers" reveals a disheartening reality. Conducted across the ten regions of Ghana, this survey engaged 1,795 individuals, uncovering shocking levels of consumer unawareness and a pervasive mistrust in systems…

A faction of lawmakers determined to unseat Speaker Fonati Koffa has stirred up some serious debate by electing a new Speaker, all while a legal battle unfolds at the Supreme Court of Liberia. On November 21, 2024, this group declared Koffa’s position as Speaker vacant and subsequently selected Richard Koon from the ruling Unity Party as his replacement. Facing this upheaval, Speaker Koffa stands firm, arguing that this breakaway faction is not constitutionally empowered to remove him. “Nothing has happened,” he asserted on…

PORTLAND, Oregon (AX) — In a historic turn of events, Senator Kayse Jama has ascended to the role of Majority Leader in the Oregon State Senate. This remarkable achievement marks the first time a Somali-American and Black Muslim has held such a position in the state. Representing the 24th District and chosen by fellow Democrats who dominate the legislative body, Jama’s appointment is a landmark in the ongoing push for inclusive representation for both immigrant communities and communities of color.Jama secured this…

In a decisive turn of events, Republicans have seized control of the US Senate, basking in victories across key states like Montana, Ohio, and West Virginia. This triumph ensures that Donald Trump’s party will maintain a foothold in at least one chamber of Congress for the upcoming year. With a majority now sitting at a minimum of 52-48 in the Senate, Republicans have also managed to bolster their House of Representatives presence by three seats, bringing their count to 220-212. However, the fate of 51 out of the 435 House…

The preliminary results of the elections on 23 May 2021 in the Central African Republic were announced on Sunday evening in the Central African Republic by the National Election Authority. A total of 50 places were at stake. President Touadéra's party is consolidating its relative majority, but is still far from an absolute majority.…

Ivorians now know the face of their new National Assembly, which stems from the legislative election on Saturday, March 6, in which almost all the political forces had participated in peace. After two days of rolling out the results, the country is set this time. With our special correspondent in Abidjan, Francois MazetSo it is…

Burkinabe's constitutional council has just announced the official and final results of the November 22 legislative election. The People's Movement for Progress (MPP) led by President Roch Marc Christian Kaboré comes first with 56 seats in the National Assembly. Not surprisingly, the presidential party wins legislative…

The crisis between the Front Commun pour le Congo (FCC) led by Joseph Kabila and the Cap pour le Change (Cach) led by Félix Tshisekedi is intensifying. After three weeks of consultation, the president announced on Sunday, December 6, the upcoming appointment of a new informant to achieve a new majority in the congregation. Parliament will once again be the site of this trench war between the two…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (Céni) announced the preliminary results of the legislative elections on Saturday night, Sunday 29 November. The People's Movement for Progress, part of the re-elected President Roch Marc Christian Kaboré, received 56 deputies. But it has no absolute majority, set at 64 seats. This means that he must rely on the other parties in the party alliance for the…