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Published on May 3, 2025

From soldier to Symbol: How Ibrahim Traoré is becoming Africa’s most loved and unapologetic leader

He came to power on September 30, 2022, after conducting a military coup that deposed then-interim president Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba, who had himself gained office in a coup just eight months earlier. Ibrahim Traoré's rise to power and popularity …

Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2025

RSF 2025 Index : Burundi continues to slide in an increasingly hostile African media landscape

SOS Médias Burundi Bujumbura, May 2, 2025 – Burundi has fallen 17 places and is now ranked 125th in the world in the 2025 Reporters Without Borders Press Freedom Index. This decline confirms the increasingly difficult environment in which Burundian …

Source: Sos Médias Burundi - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2025

Press freedom dips in many African countries – Reporters Without Borders says

By Maxwell Awumah Ho, May 03, GNA-Press freedom is experiencing a worrying decline in many African nations, according to Reporters Without Borders, an international non-profit, non-government entity on its 2025 World Press Freedom Index. The African …

Source: Ghana News Agency - Pro-Government
Published on May 3, 2025

Soccerlitics: Playing to win in a rigged world

In my International Relations class, students and I often wrestle with an uncomfortable truth: Why is it that among all the theories explaining world politics, Realism—a theory grounded in ruthless self-interest, relentless competition, and a pessimistic …

Source: Joy FM - Pending
Published on May 3, 2025

LEAD Stands in Solidarity with Captain Ibrahim Traoré: A Call to All African States to Join the Revolution Against ...

Zimbabwean activist and President of the Labour Economists and Afrikan Democrats (LEAD), Linda Tsungirirai Masarira, has publicly declared unwavering support for Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the President of Burkina Faso. Masarira praised Traoré’s courageous …

Source: News Central TV - Indeterminate
Published on May 3, 2025

Amnesty International Spotlights Growing Violence, Rights Abuses in Africa

Amnesty International says harrowing civil rights abuses perpetrated by both government and rebel forces in Africa are on the rise. In an April report, the watchdog said unlawful attacks and killings by government forces and armed groups were reported …

Source: The Reporter Ethiopia - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2025

Addis Ababa Tech University Steps Closer to Nuclear Science Program

By Samuel Abate Addis Ababa Science and Technology University (AASTU) will begin enrolling undergraduate students for its upcoming nuclear science program in 2026, according to Dereje Engida (PhD), university president. Nuclear science educators from AASTU …

Source: The Reporter Ethiopia - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Africa’s Used Vehicle Dependency: A Complicated Double-Edged Phenomenon

Discussions on the consequences of vehicle end-of-life offshore to Africa need to move beyond the traditional focus on major OECD vehicle exporters and four-wheelers. China’s rising role in global second-hand vehicle exports, along with the shift toward— …

Source: Australian Institute of International Affairs - Pending
Published on May 2, 2025

Conclave Update: Vatican Conservatives Face Potential Blow Over Next Pope

Confusion surrounding the birthdate of Cardinal Philippe Ouédraogo, a conservative cardinal from Burkina Faso, may cost him his spot at the upcoming papal conclave. Only cardinals under the age of 80 can participate in a conclave, a rule established by …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on May 3, 2025

Western powers: On the prowl to neutralise Ibrahim Traore, By Ahmed Aminu-Ramatu Yusuf

Captain Ibrahim Traoré Africans and progressive activists in the continent and the diaspora, including the United States (US), Canada, the Caribbean, Western Europe, and Russia, took to the streets on 30 April. The marches were in support and solidarity …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Algeria’s Wartime Mobilization Law: The Domino Reshaping North African Security

Algeria’s draft mobilization bill, approved by cabinet on April 20 to implement Article 99 of its constitution, grants sweeping emergency powers—requisitioning private assets, directing industrial output, imposing censorship and curfews—whenever the …

Source: The Times of Israel - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2025

Killings in Nigeria and national indifference

The state of affairs of the nation is deeply troubling. Ours is a nation in anguish and at war with itself. Nigerians are suffering self-inflicted pains occasioned by decades of misgovernance, miseducation, miscalculated leadership and misplaced priority. …

Source: The Sun Nigeria - Indeterminate
Published on May 1, 2025

Opinion – The Return of Erik Prince

The recent deal between Erik Prince and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reignited global debate about the role of private military companies (PMCs) in fragile states. Framed as a logistics and mineral taxation reform initiative, the agreement …

Source: E-International Relations - Pending
Published on May 2, 2025

TWO WRONGS NEVER MAKE ONE RIGHT; TIME FOR THE WESTERN WORLD TO ACCEPT WRONG DOING AND CORRECT IT NOW, ELSE AFRICA IS NO ...

The UN, EU, USA, UK, France, Germany, Portugal, Spain, Holland and Italy must become humane enough to accept the wrongs of their founding fathers against the continent of Africa and start paying compensation, reparations for the damage of Slave Trade, …

Source: The Maravi Post - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Memes, social media disinformation fuel support for Burkina junta leader

Kehinde Sanni spends his days smoothing out dents and repainting scratched bumpers in a modest autobody shop in Lagos. He has never left Nigeria, yet he speaks glowingly of Burkina Faso military leader Ibrahim Traore. “Nigeria needs someone like Ibrahim …

Source: Taipei Times - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Malaria Ends With Us: Africa’s Youth Ignite a Gender-Inclusive Health Revolution

Africa is the world’s youngest continent, with over 60 percent of its population under the age of 25. Young people are increasingly seen as central to progress in health, education, technology, and governance. Health Remains a Persistent Barrier to …

Source: The East African - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

The real cost of Africa’s debt crisis – and how to fix it

In February 2025, African leaders gathered to launch the Debt Relief Initiative, calling for help for heavily indebted countries and pushing for fairer borrowing costs for developing nations. It led to the Cape Town Declaration. This wasn’t happening in …

Source: Africa Report - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Let Captain Ibrahim Traoré Be

Captain Ibrahim Traoré By Babafemi Ojudu Across the Black world — from Harlem to Lagos, from Kingston to Johannesburg — many are keeping a close and anxious watch over Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the young president of Burkina Faso. In him, we see the spirit …

Source: The News (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on May 2, 2025

FTJ estime que le retrait des États sahéliens de la CEDEAO remet en question la pertinence des mécanismes de résolution ...

Par : Haddy Touray Le président de l’Assemblée nationale, Fabakary Tombong Jatta, a observé que le retrait du Mali, du Burkina Faso et du Niger de la CEDEAO remet en question la pertinence des mécanismes de résolution de conflits de l’organisation, …

Source: The Voice Gambia - Indeterminate

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

Chinese President Plans on Visiting Moscow for Victory Day

(MENAFN) Russia announced on Sunday that Chinese Leader Xi Jinping is scheduled to visit Moscow on an official trip. His arrival coincides with the upcoming commemorative events marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's triumph in World War II …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 15:02 GMT

Leader of S-Africa's EFF warns country could see DA leader become president if ruling ANC

(MENAFN) Julius Malema, leader of South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has warned that the country could soon see Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen become president if the ruling African National Congress (ANC) continues what …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 15:02 GMT

Alleged Secret Pacts Between President Bukele, Gangs Stir Debate

(MENAFN) Claims that Leader Nayib Bukele of El Salvador covertly negotiated with criminal groups have ignited widespread debate across the nation. The allegations have added fuel to an already volatile political atmosphere and have raised serious concerns …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 10:01 GMT

Japanese Foreign Minister Holds Talks with Saudi, French Counterparts

(MENAFN) Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya held conversations on Friday regarding the current developments in the Gaza Strip with his Saudi and French peers, as per an announcement from Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. While on an official visit …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 09:02 GMT

Farage’s party receives huge gains in regional British elections

(MENAFN) The right-wing Reform UK party, led by Brexit figurehead Nigel Farage, has made major gains in England’s local elections, securing 677 out of over 1,600 contested seats. Both the ruling Labour Party and the Conservatives suffered significant …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 09:02 GMT

Zelensky issues threat to world presidents before Moscow’s Victory Day celebrations

(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has cautioned that his government cannot ensure the safety of foreign dignitaries attending Russia’s Victory Day events in Moscow on May 9. He also dismissed Russia’s proposed temporary ceasefire during the …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 09:02 GMT

Gang Leaders Claim Secret Pacts with El Salvador's President

(MENAFN) Controversy has erupted in El Salvador following allegations that President Nayib Bukele engaged in clandestine agreements with criminal gangs. Barrio 18 gang leader, Carlos Cartagena Lopez, known as “Charli de IVU,” stated that Bukele forged …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 09:02 GMT

Mexican President Turns Down U.S. Military Proposal in Cartel Fight

(MENAFN) Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Saturday that she declined a proposition from her US counterpart to deploy American troops into Mexico for assistance in the fight against drug cartels, as reported by media sources. During a public …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 18:59 GMT

AMMWEC and UPF Honor Pakistani Senator Kamran Michael for Championing Religious Freedom

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC), in partnership with the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), proudly presented awards to Pakistani Senator …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

Statement by the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina on the Occasion of World Press Freedom Day

Sarajevo, 3 May 2025 – A free society depends on a free press. In recognition of World Press Freedom Day, the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) reaffirms its continued commitment to defending the fundamental right to free and independent …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:59 GMT

Quin Christian and Eugene Rhuggenaath Engage in Exchange of Ideas in Washington for Curaçao’s Sustainable Development

A focus on sustainable development and future-proof investments WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During a visit with U.S. lawmakers last week, Quin Christian held a productive meeting with former Prime Minister of Curacao …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 06:26 GMT

Many Citizens of Redington Beach Seeking Formal Complaints Regarding Alleged Retaliation by Local Officials

We The People Of Redington Beach Image REDINGTON BEACH, Fla., May 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citizens for Fair Governance, a civil rights advocacy group representing many residents of Redington Beach, Florida, are seeking to file a formal complaint with …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 14:32 GMT

President Trump Backs Italian Columbus as Notorious Historian Challenges Italian Columbus Myth and Fraud

President Trump revives Columbus Day as renowned historian dares to correct ancient misconceptions that have shaped American misunderstandings for generations. TRELEW, PANTAGONIA, ARGENTINA, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As President Donald …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 23:28 GMT

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 15 of the Trump Administration

Washington, DC, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Link to ThinkCareBelieve's Article: https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2025/05/02/week-15-of-the-trump-administration/ Article on Deportations, Criminal Aliens and Child …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:47 GMT

Empowering the Next Generation: OSCE Trains Over 3,000 Youth in Financial Literacy across Kyrgyzstan

For several years, the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek (POiB) has been leading a sustained effort to promote financial literacy among youth in Kyrgyzstan. Through comprehensive training programmes held annually across the country, the POiB helps young …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

OSCE and EU support Central Asian states to safeguard non-profit organizations from abuse by terrorists

Ensuring a proportionate approach to combating the instrumentalization of non-profit organizations (NPOs) by terrorists in Central Asia was the focus of a workshop organized by the OSCE Transnational Threats Department and the EU Global Facility on Anti- …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

Building Climate Resilience: OSCE Chairpersonship Event in Vienna

VIENNA, 2 May 2025 – Over 140 participants from OSCE Participating States, Partners for Co-operation, OSCE Institutions, civil society, and international organizations gathered in Vienna for the "Resilient Together in a Changing Climate" …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

International observers to Romania’s repeat presidential election to hold press conference on Monday

BUCHAREST, 2 May 2025 – International election observers will hold a press conference to present their findings following the repeat presidential election in Romania. What: A press conference of the international election observation mission to the repeat …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 04:38 GMT

Essay Contest Winners Celebrate Why They Like Carson by Showcasing Schools, Parks, Restaurants, and Community

CARSON, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of Carson hosted its annual “Why I Like Carson” Essay Writing Contest Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, April 30, 2025, at the Carson Event Center. The "Why I Like Carson" …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 11:38 GMT

OSCE strengthens law enforcement and judicial response to gender-based violence through survivor engagement and theater ...

On 28 and 29 April, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, in co-operation with the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, held a two-day training course on gender-based violence (GBV) for 24 police and judicial professionals from the Federation of …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 11:38 GMT

OSCE Chairperson and OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media reaffirm necessity of media freedom to mark World Press ...

VIENNA/HELSINKI, 2 May 2025 — On World Press Freedom Day, the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen and the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media (RFoM) Jan Braathu reaffirm the necessity of upholding media freedom in …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 21:16 GMT

National Bar Association President Issues Statement Condemning Trump Administration’s Attempt to Erase Black History

Wiley S. Adams denounces removal of key African American artifacts from the Smithsonian as a direct attack on truth and justice WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wiley S. Adams, President of the National Bar …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 19:27 GMT

Treatment Communities of America Celebrates 50 Years of Advancing Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery

For five decades, Treatment Communities of America (TCA) has been advocating for effective, person-centered substance use disorder treatment. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Treatment Communities of America (TCA), a …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 18:15 GMT

TMA Champions Myositis Awareness Month and Resolution in US House of Representatives

Rep. Rich McCormick (R - GA) introduces a resolution in the US House of Representatives supporting the designation of May as National Myositis Awareness Month. COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- May is Myositis Awareness …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 17:02 GMT

New HHS Trans Report Counters Medical Care Consensus

New Federal Report on Transgender Youth Care Advises Against Medical Care for Highly Suicidal Population NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released a report …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 16:13 GMT

Ranger Band Alumni Association Endorses Jeanne Johnson and Jason Steele for Kilgore College Board of Trustees

KILGORE, TX, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ranger Band Alumni Association Group proudly endorses two distinguished candidates for the Kilgore College Board of Trustees: Jeanne Johnson for Central Zone, Voting Unit #3, Place …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Les Rubin, Founder of Main Street Economics, Warns of America's Financial Tipping Point

Les Rubin Shares a Wake-Up Call for Fiscal Responsibility, Limited Government, and the Survival of the American Dream WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Main Street Economics founder, Les Rubin, is sounding the …

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