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KISMAYO, Somalia - The assertive Ahmed Madobe clinched a notable triumph for his 3rd term in office on Monday, facing vehement opposition from the corridors of Mogadishu, which is pushing for a universal ballot system, an idea that both Kismayo and Garowe aren't buying. Last month, Madobe made headlines when he bailed out of the National Consultative Council (NCC) conference. He effortlessly cruised to victory, raking in 55 nods from 75 regional lawmakers. Jubaland will now see him at the helm for another five…

South African sensation Tyla has made waves at the MTV Europe Music Awards, securing not just one, but three prestigious titles: Best Afrobeat, Best African Act, and Best R&B. This is a monumental achievement, as she’s now the first African artist to snag three MTV EMA awards in a single evening. What a phenomenal feat! Dressed to impress, Tyla paid homage to the legendary Aaliyah by donning a striking replica of the iconic Roberto Cavalli dress the late star wore during the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards. A heartfelt…

In the bustling heart of Seoul, amidst the din of a typical Wednesday morning on November 6, 2024, televisions flickered with the image of a familiar face: the Republican torchbearer and ex-President Donald Trump once again stepping into the spotlight of global affairs. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man) In the city of London, despair was the mood as Americans saw an unexpected climax to their high-stakes political drama. The yards came alive with murmurs when predictions were upended as Trump clinched presidency for a sequel.…

Washington, USA – In a call for serenity, U.S. President Joe Biden appealed to Americans to "dial down the heat," following Donald Trump's recent landslide victory in the presidential election, a result paving his way back to the Oval Office. From the familiar grounds of the Rose Garden, Biden spoke about the whirlwind of emotions elections stir up, where joy and heartbreak dance side by side. "I've often said, love for one's country isn't reserved for just the victorious, and compassion for your neighbor shouldn't hinge on…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a warm gesture, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia shared enthusiastic congratulations with Donald Trump on his US presidential triumph, highlighting a commitment to bolster ties with a key ally. Trump was on the cusp of clinching victory in the pivotal 2024 elections, having skillfully navigated battleground states such as Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina. Exit surveys suggest triumphs in Nevada, Arizona, Wisconsin, and Michigan, areas where VP Kamala Harris had her hopes. Joining…

In a striking turn of events, the far-right Freedom Party (FPO) has made history by clinching a significant win in the recent Austrian parliamentary elections. However, this victory has left the party somewhat in a lurch, balancing precariously under the scrutiny of a prominent adversary: the president, who holds the reins in guiding the search for a workable coalition government. For the first time ever, the Eurosceptic and pro-Russia Freedom Party garnered 29% of the vote, yet this figure falls short of securing a…

Resilient Aston Villa triumphantly returned to the pinnacle of European football after 41 years, besting Swiss champs Young Boys. Unai Emery’s crew initially found their footing on the unfamiliar artificial turf in Bern. Youri Tielemans shattered the deadlock with a slick corner routine, netting a laser into the far corner. Villa's second came from a comedy of errors in the home defense. Ollie Watkins pounced on Mohamed Ali Camara’s errant pass intended for keeper David von Ballmoos, allowing Jacob Ramsey to slot one…

To ensure that the battle towards the insurgency to not change into a enterprise that they might use to legitimize an indefinite presence at Chad's helm, the army energy in Ndjamena should someway cease it and shortly. After a day of violent repression, Emmanuel Macron revised downward what may very well be seen as France's…

Mali has freed more than 100 suspected or convicted jihadists as part of negotiations for the release of a prominent Malian politician and a kidnapped French charity worker, sources close to the talks told AFP on Monday. "As part of the negotiations for the release of Soumaila Cissé and Sophie Pétronin, more than a hundred…