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UNESCO celebrates Africa Week and reaffirms its commitment to supporting development and peace on the continent.

Written by: Mohamed Omran. Khaled El-Enany, Director-General of UNESCO, stated that the organization celebrated “Africa Week” this week, an occasion…

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Boakai launches a new path to hold war criminals in Liberia accountable

In a move that could represent a historic shift in the course of justice and accountability in Liberia, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. referred the case to parliament…

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Following his dismissal, the director of the port of Dakar announces his support for Ousmane Sonko in the 2029 race.

Written by: Mohamed Omran. The Director General of the Port of Dakar, Wali Diouf Boudiag, announced his unequivocal support for the dismissed Senegalese Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, following…

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The African Union reviews Gamal Abdel Nasser's vision for the future of the continent

Written by: Mohamed Omran. The African Union reviewed the vision of the late President Gamal Abdel Nasser, then President of the United Arab Republic of Egypt, during his speech…

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Congolese parliament discusses strategic partnership with the United States following joint committee report

Written by: Mohamed Omran. The joint EDDRNT-ECOFIN committee in the Supreme Council of Parliament presented its report on a draft law authorizing the ratification of the strategic partnership between…

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Burkina Faso lifts suspension on shea nut exports and imposes new fees on exporters

Written by: Mohamed Omran. The government of Burkina Faso announced the lifting of the suspension on shea nut exports effective May 22, 2026, according to a statement…

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Egypt leads discussions on justice and investment at the BRICS justice ministers' meeting.“

Written by: Mohamed Omran. Minister of Justice Mahmoud Helmy El-Sherif participated in the third meeting of BRICS Ministers of Justice held in…

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Unprecedented crowds in Zambia as President Hichilema submits his candidacy for the upcoming elections

Written by: Mohammed Omran. The Mulungushi International Convention Centre witnessed a large turnout yesterday as President Hakainde Hichilema submitted his candidacy papers…

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From Nollywood to Cannes... How is Africa building its cinematic soft power?

Written by: Mohamed Omran. For decades, Africa's presence at major international film festivals has been limited to small roles and parallel sections, while it has remained…

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Egyptian talks with IFC to increase infrastructure funding

Written by: Mohamed Omran. Dr. Ahmed Rostom, Minister of Planning and Economic Development, held a bilateral meeting with Ethiopis Tafara, Vice President of the International Finance Corporation…

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