insert_link Africa Tanzania’s Suluhu-Hassan nominates Mwigulu Nchemba as new Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba (Photo by: REUTERS/Emmanuel Herman/File Photo) Tanzania’s President, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has nominated former finance minister Mwigulu Nchemba as the country’s new Prime Minister. The announcement comes in the wake of last month’s disputed presidential election. According to Reuters, the nomination is expected to receive parliamentary approval. Meanwhile, opposition parties continue to challenge the election results, alleging irregularities. The disputes have been accompanied by violent protests in several regions, […] today13 November, 2025
insert_link World Troops deployed in Kathmandu after violent protests Armed soldiers took control of Kathmandu on Wednesday (Photo: Euronews.com) Troops have been deployed in Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, following violent demonstrations on Tuesday that saw protestors set government buildings on fire. The unrest has forced several politicians to go into hiding amid escalating tensions. Authorities say the deployment will restore order and protect public property, while calling on citizens to remain calm. today10 September, 2025
insert_link Africa Mozambican Police Open Fire on Opposition Supporters in Maputo Mozambican police fired on supporters of opposition leader Venancio Mondlane during a march in Maputo on Wednesday, leaving at least 10 injured, according to Mondlane’s team and a human rights researcher in a Reuters report. A police spokesperson confirmed dispersing the crowd but provided no further details. The march took place just hours before President Daniel Chapo signed an agreement with some political parties to address ongoing protests over his […] today6 March, 2025
insert_link Africa M23 Rebels Seize Bukavu, Escalating Congo Conflict Residents of Bukavu, eastern Congo’s second-largest city, are assessing the damage after widespread looting followed the arrival of Rwandan-backed M23 rebels according to Reuters. The rebel group, which took control of the city on Sunday, has pledged to restore order. Their capture of Bukavu and its strategic airport in Kavumu marks a major advance, further weakening Kinshasa’s authority and raising concerns of a broader regional war. today18 February, 2025
insert_link Africa Opposition leader calls for week of protests in Mozambique Mozambique's opposition leader, Venâncio Mondlane, has called for another week of protests starting 4 December 2024, accusing the government of election fraud. According to Bloomberg, the unrest, already marked by violence and economic disruptions, has resulted in dozens of deaths and threatened a major gas project. Police have responded with force, including live bullets, drawing international criticism. today4 December, 2024
insert_link World Imran Khan’s supporters clash with police In Islamabad Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's supporters have clashed with soldiers and police teams at the outskirts of Islamabad. Police say one officer has been killed and more than 100 have been injured. The Army has also been deployed as Pakistan's government tries to stop tens of thousands of supporters of Khan from trying to march into the capital. They are demanding the former cricketer - who has been in […] today26 November, 2024
insert_link World Indian city tense days after clashes A city in north India in the country's most populous state is on edge, days after four people were killed and dozens more injured in clashes. The opposition has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party of deliberately stoking communal tensions, and plans to raise the issue in Parliament this week.Neha Poonia has more: today26 November, 2024
insert_link World Pakistan’s capital under security lockdown Security across the capital Islamabad is on high alert as the protesters from the former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party march towards the capital demanding his release. Imran Khan has been in jail since last year over multiple corruption charges which his party alleges are politically motivated. Hira Mustafa has more. today26 November, 2024
insert_link Africa Gunfire Erupts in South Sudan’s Capital Heavy gunfire broke out in South Sudan's capital, Juba, on Thursday evening after security forces attempted to arrest the former head of the National Security Service. According to Reuters,tThe shooting, which began around 7 p.m. local time, lasted for over an hour before subsiding. A U.N. safety alert instructed staff to shelter in place as the situation unfolded. today22 November, 2024
