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Piers Potter
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“DRC: Chinese-Built Hydroelectric Power Plant Lights Up Kinshasa”
In a transformative effort to address the persistent issue of insufficient electricity in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Chinese companies,...
“Kenyan Judges Challenge President William Ruto’s Authority”
In the midst of escalating tensions between President William Ruto and Kenya’s judiciary, two separate court rulings have dealt blows to the government, both closely...
Italian Prime Minister Unveils “Mattei Plan” for African Development Ahead of Summit
Italian Government Set to Host Africa Summit to Present Strategic Plan The Italian government is gearing up to host a highly anticipated Africa summit on...
“South African President Cyril Ramaphosa Reacts to ICJ Ruling on Gaza”
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said Israel’s alleged crimes against Palestinians in Gaza have been “laid bare” in the International Court of Justice’s ruling on...
Top UN Court orders Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza
The United Nations’ top court on Friday ordered Israel to do all it can to prevent death, destruction and any acts of genocide in Gaza,...
“DRC Rebel Group Kills at Least 19 in Attack on Eastern Town”
At least 19 people were killed in an attack by rebels on a town in Congo’s North Kivu province, as reported by the army late...
Kenyan Court Deems Deployment of Police Officers to Haiti Unconstitutional
On Friday, a Kenyan court ruled that the government’s plan to send police officers to lead a UN-approved mission in Haiti was unconstitutional, casting uncertainty...
Kelly Khumalo accused of ordering Senzo Meyiwa’s murder in South Africa
South African gospel singer Kelly Khumalo has been accused in court of ordering the murder of her former boyfriend, football star Senzo Meyiwa, who was...
“Ghana Sentences Six, Including Soldiers, to Death for Coup Plot”
Six Ghanaians, including three soldiers, have been sentenced to death by hanging for their roles in a coup plot three years ago. This marked Ghana’s...
The UK Returns Ghana’s looted “Crown Jewels” after 150 Years
The UK is sending some of Ghana’s “crown jewels” back home, 150 years after looting them from the court of the Asante king. The Victoria...