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Mogadishu (AX) — Saturday witnessed an unprecedented upheaval in Somalia's Lower House of Parliament, where lawmaker interactions spiraled into chaos. This turmoil erupted over the contentious removal of MP Dr. Abdullahi Hashi Abiib, which has reignited discussions on accountability and governance in the nation. The backdrop to this fracas was the Speaker's declaration last month that Abiib's seat was vacated due to repeated absences, igniting a firestorm of dissent among opposition lawmakers. Opposition members swiftly…

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Understanding the Wealth Trajectory of Billionaire Investor Warren Buffett Let us delve into the intriguing world of billionaires and financial fluctuations, a domain where fortunes can ebb and flow akin to the tides. Amidst this landscape, the prolific 94-year-old investor—Warren Buffett—hasn't just sustained his financial stature; he has remarkably elevated it. As of the latest data on Friday, Buffett's wealth witnessed an upswing of $12.7 billion. This positions him comfortably…

President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on US imports have ignited tensions and threats of retaliation from various companies and governments, as they scramble to assess the implications of a trade war that might alter global alliances. As former President Trump stated, “We have to bring back our jobs,” emphasizing the administration’s focus on domestic employment. The tariffs announced recently have stirred significant volatility in world markets and invited criticism from international leaders, marking what some…

Imagine a place rich with minerals, a land that holds the keys to future technologies. This is the Democratic Republic of Congo, a nation blessed with enormous reserves of cobalt, lithium, and uranium. It's here where the United States is setting its sights, engaging in high-stakes discussions to inject billions of dollars in investment while hoping to contribute to the resolution of ongoing conflicts plaguing the country's eastern region. The Congolese government has been grappling with the persistent threat…

The current political unrest in South Sudan illuminates the fragile nature of peace and power dynamics within the nation. As South Sudan grapples with tenuous stability, recent developments threaten to unravel the delicate fabric of peace woven since the end of the brutal civil war. This unrest underscores a critical turning point in South Sudan’s political landscape, where every decision could either fortify or shatter the fragile peace. Recently, the arrest of Vice President Riek Machar and several key figures has ignited…

A delegation from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has recently arrived in Liberia, aiming to mediate a protracted conflict among lawmakers surrounding the potential removal of Speaker Fonati Koffa. This mission follows a previous attempt by ECOWAS that yielded minimal progress, leaving many to ponder: can diplomacy still prevail in such a charged political landscape? The current delegation is set to engage with a variety of stakeholders, including President Joseph Boakai and members of the National…

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, in a bid to illuminate the economic ripples of regional tension, unveiled a worrying revelation on Monday. The Suez Canal, a crucial artery of global maritime trade, is hemorrhaging approximately $800 million every month. A staggering loss underscored by growing instability in the region. This shortfall not only poses a threat to Egypt’s economic engine but also raises a question: What are the far-reaching consequences of such financial hemorrhage on global…

The Surge in China's Stock Market: A New Dawn? Imagine waking up one morning, coffee in hand, glancing at the financial news to find that the once sluggish Chinese stock market is now roaring with energy. The MSCI China Index has surged by a remarkable 20% this year, achieving a historic high. You might wonder: what lies behind this sudden transformation? This is not just a random fluctuation but a significant shift after several years of lackluster performance from Chinese equities.…

Introduction In the heart of the Horn of Africa, Somalia stands at a precipice, caught in the tumult of political and constitutional crises. These challenges are not mere bumps in the road; they are profound dilemmas teetering on the brink of institutional failure. Imagine a car careening uncontrollably, an apt metaphor for Somalia's halted constitutional review, stymied by political spatters that have rendered the federal system dysfunctional. With the mandates of the current Federal Government and Parliament nearing…