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Donald Trump, the president-elect of the United States, has announced that both Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will take charge of the newly established Department of Government Efficiency. In a statement, Mr. Trump declared, "Musk and Ramaswamy will spearhead efforts to trim government red tape, eliminate unnecessary regulations, and overhaul Federal Agencies." He believes their mission is crucial for streamlining government operations. Mr. Trump expects their initiatives to wrap up by July 4, 2026. He envisions a more…

Israel has welcomed its new defense minister, Israel Katz, who recently took his oath before the parliament. This swearing-in followed the surprising removal of his predecessor, Yoav Gallant, at the hands of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a move attributed to a significant erosion of trust during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Mr. Netanyahu made headlines on Tuesday when he dismissed Gallant, a decision fueled by persistent disagreements over Israel's military response to Hamas. This response came after a devastating…

The recent inauguration of Botswana's new president marks a significant shift in the nation's political landscape, following an election that concluded almost six decades of governance by the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP). This transition of power, characterized by its swift nature, has inspired both hope and speculation among citizens and political analysts alike. “Change is always a double-edged sword, isn’t it?” remarked a local political commentator while reflecting on the recent developments. With the BDP's extended…

On November 1, 2024, in a ceremonial event brimming with significance, President William Ruto entrusted the Kenyan constitution to Deputy President Kithure Kindiki following Kindiki's oath of office. Nairobi — Kithure Kindiki stepped into his role as Kenya’s deputy president on a Friday, mere hours after a judicial verdict lifted restrictions that had been preventing his nomination. He was chosen to succeed the impeached Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua, who is currently pursuing legal avenues to reclaim his former…

Mogadishu (AX) - On Friday, Somali PM Hamsa Abdi Barre unveiled a freshly asphalted road in Garasbaaley, a district within Banadir. This new road aims to ease congestion and boost movement around Mogadishu.The event saw Mogadishu's Mayor, Yusuf Hussein Jimale, often called "Madaale," along with cabinet members, officials from Banadir’s regional administration, and locals gracing the inauguration. Prime Minister Barre acknowledged that the road arose from the "Build your country with one dollar" drive, funded by taxes from…

At the end of his two constitutional terms, Mahamadou Issoufou handed over the president's keys to his successor, Mohamed Bazoum, on Friday morning. In his very first speech, the new president praised Mahamadou Issoufou, who is handing over after ten years in power. Mohamed Bazoum talked a lot about his 30-year-old friend, with…

The election of Mohamed Bazoum to the Nigerian presidency was validated on Sunday, March 21, by the Constitutional Court. The PNDS candidate won by just over ten points ahead of his opponent, Mahamane Ousmane: 55.66% of the vote against 44.34% for his rival. Mahamadou Issoufou's successor is therefore elected for five years.…