East-Africa
Djibouti urges inclusive growth as global tensions rise
By Omar M. ElmiSunday June 14, 2026 With President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh now embarking on a sixth term, Djibouti finds…
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World
US and Iran signal a deal is near as Hormuz tensions rise
A possible end to the US-Iran war appeared within reach, as both governments signaled they were nearing an agreement, with…
Central-Africa
Constitutional Reform Sparks Political Tensions in DR Congo
Even as Ebola resurges and violence grips eastern DR Congo, a fierce political fight is unfolding over a constitutional change…
Somalia
Hotel raid in Somalia raises fears for investor confidence amid tensions
by BRIAN ORUTAMonday June 8, 2026 Abdullahi Mohamed Nuur, a former security minister in Somalia/HANDOUT A security raid at one…
Somalia
Somalia: President Hassan Sheikh Moves to Ease Tensions with Mogadishu Opposition
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s federal authorities have tightened security across the capital as opposition groups ready demonstrations in approved locations,…
Somalia
Somali lawmaker warns President Mohamud over Galmudug election tensions
Thursday May 28, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Saadiq Omar Hassan Joon, a Somali lawmaker and former Banadir police chief, has…
Southern-Africa
Ghana Repatriates Citizens as Immigration Tensions Rise in South Africa
With tensions simmering in South Africa and protesters demanding tougher action on immigration, Ghana has started flying home its nationals…
Somalia
Somalia: South West State Candidates Warn of Vote Rigging as Tensions Rise
BAIDOA, Somalia — Pressure is building in Somalia’s South West State as leading presidential contenders accuse rivals of preparing to…
Somalia
U.S. denies mediating Somalia political dispute as election tensions rise
Wednesday May 13, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — The United States has pushed back against reports that it is serving as…
West-Africa
Somali opposition announces protest in Mogadishu amid rising political tensions
Wednesday May 6, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Somali opposition leaders are preparing a mass rally in Mogadishu on May 10,…
