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Somalia and African Union denounce Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state

Somalia and African Union denounce Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state

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Somalia and the African Union voiced strong objections on Friday after Israel became the first country to formally recognise Somaliland as an independent nation. The move ignited swift diplomatic reactions across Africa and beyond. Somaliland broke away from Somalia in 1991, establishing its own institutions and pushing for international recognition ever since. Its current president, […]

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Tanzania Urges Citizens to Stay Home Following Turbulent Election Day

Tanzania Urges Citizens to Stay Home Following Turbulent Election Day

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Tanzania woke up to an unusual quiet on Thursday, as the government instructed civil servants and students to stay home just hours after a tense Election Day marked by protests, clashes, and a curfew in Dar es Salaam. The unrest began Wednesday when demonstrators flooded the streets of Dar es Salaam and other major cities. […]

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China’s August Export Growth Hits Six-Month Low, Raising Concerns Over Global Demand Shift

China’s August Export Growth Hits Six-Month Low, Raising Concerns Over Global Demand Shift

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BEIJING, September 8 — China’s export growth slowed significantly in August, marking its weakest pace in six months and falling short of analysts’ expectations. The drop reflects growing challenges for the world’s second-largest economy as it navigates global uncertainty, wavering demand, and ongoing trade tensions with the United States. According to customs data released Monday, […]

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Japan’s Political Winds Shift as Leaders Step Up After PM Ishiba’s Resignation

Japan’s Political Winds Shift as Leaders Step Up After PM Ishiba’s Resignation

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TOKYO, Sept 8 — In a moment that has sent ripples through Japan’s political landscape and financial markets, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stepped down, citing responsibility for his party’s recent electoral bruising. His sudden departure has thrown the country into a whirlwind of speculation, uncertainty—and hope. Former Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi wasted no time. At […]

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