insert_link Africa Nigerian President Tinubu Reshuffles Cabinet Amid Economic Challenges Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has dismissed five ministers and appointed seven new ones in a major cabinet reshuffle aimed at improving government efficiency. Key appointments, according to Duetsche Welle, include new ministers for humanitarian affairs, trade, labor, and livestock development. Ten other ministers were reassigned to different portfolios, as the country grapples with worsening economic conditions and public discontent. today24 October, 2024
insert_link Africa Mozambique Police Clash with Protesters Following Fatal Shootings of Opposition Figures On Monday, police in Mozambique fired teargas and live bullets at protesters in the capital, Maputo, who had gathered to demonstrate at the site where two opposition party figures were shot dead following a disputed election. CNBCAfrica reports that police officers used handguns while attempting to disperse the crowd. According to Adriano Nuvunga, director of Mozambique's Centre for Democracy and Human Rights, two journalists and a security guard were injured […] today22 October, 2024
insert_link World Cost-of-living protests spark increased tensions in Martinique A curfew on the French Caribbean island of Martinique has been extended until Thursday following urban violence linked to cost-of-living protests. A once-banned squadron of elite riot police has also been sent to the island. Ross Cullen reports. RFI reports that some protests have turned violent, with looters targeting supermarkets and restaurants. So far, 11 police officers have been injured by firearms, and three protesters have been wounded, one […] today24 September, 2024
insert_link World Protests escalate in India following rape and murder of trainee doctor Protests have escalated in India over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The Indian Medical Association has announced a 24-hour nationwide withdrawal of non-emergency services this weekend. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. today16 August, 2024
insert_link World Doctors protests intensifies in India Medical professionals have intensified their protests in the East Indian city of Kolkata after clashes with the police on Thursday. Tens of thousands have taken to the streets across the nation in the past one week demanding justice for the young medic who was brutally sexually assaulted and murdered on Friday. Ishan Garg has this report for us from New Delhi. today15 August, 2024
Oshiwambo Vatulwa moipandeko eshi vayelula epandela la Russia pefimbo lehololo madilaadilo Omatanga eameno a Nigeria akwa tula moipandeko ovakwashiwana vaPoland tava pewa oushima woku nwefamo ovahololi madilaadilo moshilongo veli metifa leudonai kombinga yonghalo youxupilo yaninga ondilo. Oshikundaneki sho Africanews osha lopota kutya, ouminsitry woikwapondje wa Poland, onghela owati ovo vamangwapo oveli ovaihongi oshoyo omulongi umwe. Nigeria oshilongo shouhapu wovanhu mu Africa, okwa lopotwa shakala moupyakadi wonghalo youxupilo yaninga ondilo oule womido nomido , konima eshi omupresident elikoshipundi Bola Ahmed Tinubu, atotapo […] today9 August, 2024
insert_link Namibia PDM opposes Bill limiting public demonstrations Debate on the Public Gathering Bill, which could restrict demonstrations at certain public institutions for national security reasons, has been postponed to September. The bill intends to protect constitutional rights while maintaining public order and safety. It would prohibit demonstrations in restricted areas such as court buildings, the National Assembly, the State House, airports, embassies, military buildings, and central intelligence offices. PDM Member of Parliament, Maximilian Katjimune says his party […] today8 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Kenyan protesters are demanding President Ruto be removed – what the law says about how that could happen By John Mukum Mbaku, Weber State University In June 2024, many Kenyans took to the streets to protest what they believed were punitive taxes imposed by President William Ruto’s government. Though the president caved in and withdrew the contentious Finance Bill 2024, protesters are unmoved and now insist that he leave office. No Kenyan president has ever been removed prematurely from office. The opposition, led by the Azimio […] today7 August, 2024
insert_link Africa Protests in Nigeria Over Cost of Living Ease Amid Deadly Crackdown Protests in Nigeria over the rising cost of living subsided on Monday, with only a few hundred people participating in major cities following a deadly crackdown by security forces, according to Reuters. Since the demonstrations began last week, hundreds of thousands had rallied in Abuja, Lagos, and other major cities against economic hardship and crime. Originally scheduled to continue until August 10, the protests have significantly dwindled since their start […] today6 August, 2024
