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In a bold statement signaling a significant ideological shift, Burkina Faso’s transitional leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has declared that the country is not governed by democracy, but is instead undergoing what he described as a “popular, progressive revolution.” Speaking at a flag-raising ceremony held at the Koulouba Palace last week,…
Dozens of international students across some of California’s most prestigious universities have had their visas abruptly revoked by the Trump administration, sparking confusion, fear, and condemnation from academic leaders. The sweeping cancellations have impacted students at UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, UC Davis, UC Irvine, and Stanford University.…
Nigeria and Senegal have reaffirmed their commitment to a strategic partnership grounded in shared democratic ideals, historical bonds, and growing economic interdependence, as Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima joined world leaders to commemorate Senegal’s 65th Independence Day in Dakar. Representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the national celebration held at…
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has issued a stark warning about the economic repercussions of newly imposed U.S. tariffs, cautioning that the measures could significantly undermine global trade and economic growth. Speaking in a statement released Thursday, Okonjo-Iweala said the WTO is actively engaging…
China has strongly condemned the latest round of US tariffs on its exports, vowing to take “countermeasures” in response to what it calls a violation of international trade rules. The move comes US President Donald Trump reintroduces sweeping protectionist measures, imposing 10 percent tariffs on imports globally and a staggering…
As the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) celebrates its 50th anniversary, Nigerian activist Bishir Dauda has taken to the road for a 50-day journey across West Africa, engaging with citizens and civil society groups on the achievements and challenges of the regional bloc. On Tuesday, Dauda arrived in…
Tech mogul Elon Musk is stepping down from his advisory role in the Trump administration, sources confirm, marking an early departure from his position as a special government employee. According to reports, President Donald Trump informed his Cabinet and inner circle that Musk, who had been serving as an adviser…
South Korea’s Constitutional Court is set to deliver its ruling on Friday, April 4, determining whether impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol will be permanently removed from office. In a statement released on Tuesday, April 1, the court announced that the highly anticipated decision will be handed down at 11 a.m.…
Thai authorities have declared a state of emergency in the capital after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck neighboring Myanmar, causing significant structural damage across the city. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced the emergency measures on Friday as reports emerged of widespread destruction, including the collapse of a 30-storey skyscraper under…
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, sending tremors as far as Bangkok, Thailand, and causing widespread panic across the region. The quake’s epicenter was in Sagaing Region, near Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city, home to one million people and historic temple complexes. Videos circulating online show terrified residents…
