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Somalia's Political Landscape: The Emergence of the Xaqsoor Party Mogadishu (AX) — As Somalia inches closer to its first direct national elections since the tumultuous year of 1969, the political stage is witnessing a transformation. A new reformist political party, the Xaqsoor Party, spearheaded by former Minister of Planning Abdirahman Aynte, aims to challenge the status quo of elite-driven governance and systemic injustices. This week, the party made its debut against a backdrop of rising tensions between federal…

China Commits $51 Billion to Africa: A Pledge for Jobs, Infrastructure, and Sustainable Energy In a significant address to representatives from over fifty African nations, Xi Jinping declared, "We have built roads, railways, schools, and hospitals together, transforming countless lives." This statement underscores China's determination to forge a "shared future" with Africa while advancing development across the Global South. Chinese state media reports that the colossal $51 billion commitment includes about $29.6 billion…