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Kenyan national Cholo Abdi Abdullah's mugshot from his apprehension in July 2019 in the Philippines has become quite symbolic of a dark and disturbing chapter. Captured by the diligent Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, this image resonates far beyond its graphical representation, telling a tale of foiled terror. This case, rooted deep in complicated international issues, unfolded with Abdullah, a man seemingly prepared to emulate one of the most harrowing tragedies in recent history. MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota…

The military junta, under the leadership of Colonel Mamady Doumbouya, has once again faltered, neglecting another deadline for restoring democracy in Guinea. This delay in the transition to civilian governance was outlined in an agreement forged in 2022 with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), concluding a long, tumultuous year of discussions. The long-awaited process intended to initiate preparations for the 2025 elections had been scheduled to commence on New Year's Day. Yet, instead of rallying the…

The nomination of Kash Patel to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation has recently become a contentious issue, primarily driven by the ramifications of politically charged revelations. US Democrats have strategically leveraged procedural maneuvers to delay the critical Senate vote, a decision sparked by the emergence of allegations surrounding the creation of so-called "enemies lists" purportedly used by Republicans during Donald Trump’s presidency to exact revenge on dissenters. Once a right-wing lawyer, Patel carries a…

On a seemingly ordinary Wednesday, Kenya found itself at a pivotal juncture regarding its critical security mission in Haiti. The East African nation, known for its rich tapestry of landscapes and cultures, is steadfastly working to transition its security mission on the sun-baked Caribbean island into an official United Nations operation. Why this sudden shift? A disruption in U.S. funding. It seems like a daunting challenge, but Kenya's resolve is evident, and the narrative unfolds with remarkable intricacy. Korir…

MOGADISHU- Folks expected a game-changing announcement from Somalia’s Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre. However, his recent press talk barely shed light on why the National Consultative Council (NCC) powwow went kaput. Attendees from the federal government and four pivotal Federal Member States (FMS) gathered with the intention of hashing out Somalia’s electoral game plan, but the whole affair fizzled, leaving everyone in the dark. Now, there's a lot of head-scratching over possible ulterior motives behind the curtains.…

Somalia's Political Roadblock: Leadership Gridlocked Over Term Extension During Key Election Reform Deliberations MOGADISHU, Somalia - A hush-hush conclave involving Somalia's President and Prime Minister, alongside Ahmed Madobe from Jubaland, concluded in a standoff on Friday, as noted by Axadle's unimpeachable sources. This stalemate is a serious setback for the Federal Administration's electoral reform strategy, which faces considerable pushback. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud advocates for a sweeping change to the…