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Riot police officers have found themselves at the center of controversy, detaining protesters on the Aga Khan Walk in downtown Nairobi, Kenya. These demonstrators are raising alarm bells over an unsettling trend: the unexplained abductions of government critics. As these events unfolded on December 30, 2024, one can't help but ponder the implications of such actions on the very fabric of democracy. Adding urgency to the situation, the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is set to scrutinize Kenya’s human rights…

In the lively embrace of a bustling Hargeisa evening, Somali singer Haboon Nuura beamed with an illustrious glow, reflective of the impassioned welcome she received. The scene unfolded at Egal International Airport, where a symphony of cheers, warm smiles, and waving North Western State of Somalia flags greeted her arrival. Wasn't it just a vivid testimony to her significant place in the hearts of the people? Nuura found herself at the center of attention, not always a comfortable place to be, particularly when…

"Not good enough." That was Arne Slot’s blunt assessment following his inaugural loss as Liverpool manager last Saturday. The unexpected 1-0 defeat at home to Nottingham Forest in the English Premier League shattered Slot’s unblemished record since taking over from Jurgen Klopp at Anfield after the previous season. "We dominated possession but carved out only three or four decent chances. Frankly, that's insufficient," lamented the Dutchman, expressing disbelief at his team’s loss to Forest. "Losing a home game…

The African Union's mission in Somalia is in depth. Amisom's mandate, in place since 2007, would finish at the top of 2021. But the AU and the Somali authorities have signed an settlement: the power, which incorporates greater than 19,000 troops, will stay, however in a modified format. as reported from Nairobi, Albane…

Mauritius has been a model of economic success in Africa for decades and bears the brunt of the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. The industrial activity is experiencing a decline of 15.2%, which translates into the island's worst economy in 40 years. This is the consequence of the containment from last year. And the reconstruction in a month should intensify this brutal economic slippage.…