Category Global

Macron Slammed For ‘contempt’ Towards African Nations

FRENCH President Emmanuel Macron is facing a strong backlash from Senegal and Chad after he suggested that Sahelian countries had forgotten to thank France for its role in combating jihadist insurgencies in West Africa. The comments, made on Monday, come…

Mahama’s Vision Backed By Top African Leaders

GHANA’S newly sworn-in President, John Dramani Mahama, delivered a bold and transformative inaugural address at Accra’s Black Star Square on Tuesday, laying out his vision for economic revival, inclusivity, and governance reforms. His speech set the tone for a new…

Mozambique’s Mondlane To Return From Exile Thursday

EXILED opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane has announced his plans to return to Mozambique this Thursday, amid escalating protests and election disputes. Mondlane, who finished second in the contested election, has been in exile since October after two of his aides were…

Uganda Military Chief Threatens Opposition Leader’s Life

MUHOOZI Kainerugaba, Uganda’s military head and the son of long-serving President Yoweri Museveni, has caused a political uproar with a disturbing threat against opposition leader Bobi Wine. Kainerugaba, who is seen as the heir to his father’s regime, posted on social media…

Nicolas Sarkozy On Trial Over Alleged Libyan Campaign Funds

NICOLAS Sarkozy, former president of France, is facing trial over claims that his 2007 presidential campaign was funded illegally by Libya’s former leader Muammar Gaddafi. The trial, which began this week in Paris, has the potential to severely impact Sarkozy’s legacy.…

A Nigerian’s Take On Ghana’s 2024 Elections

IN a defining moment for Ghana’s democracy, President-elect John Dramani Mahama’s win in the 2024 presidential election marks a pivotal step in the country’s political journey. The peaceful nature of the election and the smooth transition of power, notably demonstrated by Vice…