Veteran Liberian politician Joseph Boakai was officially declared the winner of the presidential election, succeeding outgoing George Weah. Boakai, 78, secured victory with 50.64% of the votes against Weah’s 49.36%. Weah’s graceful acceptance of defeat garnered praise globally for promoting a non-violent transfer of power. Despite Boakai’s narrow lead […]
In a bid to save money amidst Malawi’s ongoing economic crisis, President Lazarus Chakwera has announced the immediate suspension of all international travel for himself and his government officials. This decision follows the country’s recent devaluation of its currency and the securing of a loan from the International Monetary Fund […]
The world’s population reached 8 billion on November 15, 2022. This is a significant milestone in human history, and it raises important questions about the future of our planet. The United Nations estimates that the world’s population will continue to grow in the coming decades, reaching 9.7 billion by 2050 […]
South African police have arrested several suspects in connection with the 2020 robbery of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm, where millions of rand were stolen. The arrests were made on December 4, 2023, after a months-long investigation by the Hawks, a South African police unit tasked with investigating serious and organized […]
Rwanda lifted visa restrictions for all African countries on Thursday, becoming the fourth African country to announce such a measure aimed at boosting tourism and trade. The other three countries that have waived visas for African nationals are Gambia, Benin, and Seychelles. The move is seen as a major step […]
Canada has banned the use of the Chinese messaging app WeChat and the Russian cybersecurity software Kaspersky on government devices, citing national security concerns. The ban, which took effect on October 30, 2023, applies to all mobile and desktop devices used by government employees. The Canadian government has stated that […]
