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MNJTF Upscale Clearance Operations in Lake Chad, Record Successes
In a move to strengthen free movement and rejuvenate economic activities across the Lake Chad Basin region, the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) has significantly stepped up its clearance operations within the Lake Chad basin.
The…
Senegal presidential candidates unite for swift elections
In Senegal, fifteen out of the twenty candidates approved to contest in the delayed presidential elections have united in a call for the vote to be conducted no later than 2nd April, coinciding with the end of President Macky Sall's term.…
MNJTF Seeks to strengthen Collaboration With Chadian Air Force
The Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF) has reached out to foster collaboration with the Chadian Air Force in a bid to enhance its operations within the Lake Chad Basin.
The initiative was highlighted during a recent courtesy visit…
Tunisian opposition leader Ghannouchi begins hunger strike in prison
Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi went on hunger strike in solidarity with other anti-government figures waging a protest fast.
The imprisoned Ghannouchi, a fierce critic of President Kais Saied and head of the Ennahda main…
South African ruling party under Pressure over increase of unemployment
South African unemployment rate, already the highest in the world, rose to 32.1% in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to official government figures released.
The Quarterly Labour Force Survey reported that the number of unemployed…
Sudan war sends malnutrition rates across region – WFP
The UN World Food Programme has warned that the 10-month long war in Sudan has meant malnutrition is soaring across the region and is creating the world’s largest displacement crisis.
At least 25 million people are struggling with…
Military Leaders Dismiss Government In Guinea
The military in Guinea, which seized power more than two years ago, has dissolved the government in the West African nation and said it will appoint a new administration.
Military leaders released a video statement late on Monday to say…
Namibian Community In Nigeria Extols Late President Hage Geingob
The Namibian High Commission in Nigeria says the life of its late President, Hage Geingob, who lived a selfless life is worthy of emulation.
The Namibian High Commissioner to Nigeria Humphrey Geiseb, stated this during a memorial service…
Use Justice, equity to build West Africa, CJN Urges leaders
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Olukayode Ariwoola, has called on West African leaders to use justice and equity in building a prosperous region for the coming generations.
Justice Ariwoola said the call has become necessary given…
Imprisoned Tunisian Opposition Leader Initiates Hunger Strike
Rached Ghannouchi, a prominent figure in Tunisia's opposition and leader of the Ennahda party, has embarked on a hunger strike in solidarity with fellow anti-government activists.
The move comes as a form of protest against the continued…