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AU appoints special envoy to combat genocide in Africa

As a legal and human rights expert, Dieng has a distinguished career in contributing to the strengthening of rule of law…reports Asian Lite News Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission Moussa

April 7, 2024

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Sudan prosecutors accuse ex-PM Hamdok of ‘inciting war’

Fifteen other people, including journalists and politicians who like Hamdok live abroad, face similar charges such as “violating the constitution.”…report Asian Lite News Sudan’s prosecution accused on Wednesday former prime minister Abdalla

April 7, 2024

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Congo appoints its first female PM

Tuluka promised to work toward peace and development in her first speech on state television following her appointment…reports Asian Lite News Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi on Monday appointed the country’s first female

April 7, 2024

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Senegal’s president names ‘breakaway’ govt

Faye looks set to share responsibilities with his appointed prime minister and former mentor Ousmane Sonko, who helped propel the political newcomer’s rise to power…reports Asian Lite News Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye

April 7, 2024

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US envoy for Yemen to visit Saudi Arabia and Oman

Lenderking will meet regional officials to discuss ways to deescalate the crisis and “renew the focus on securing a durable peace for the Yemeni people”…reports Asian Lite News The US special envoy

April 2, 2024

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Zuma barred from running in May elections

South Africa’s Constitution bars people convicted and sentenced to more than 12 months’ imprisonment, without an option of a fine, from holding public office….reports Asian Lite News Former South African President Jacob

March 31, 2024

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Somalia’s parliament gives nod to historic amendments

Speaker of the Lower House, Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur Madobe, announced a substantial majority in favour of amending the constitution….reports Asian Lite News Somalia’s constitution underwent historical changes following a parliamentary vote

March 31, 2024

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UN warns of major security threat in Congo

Heavy fighting between the Congolese army and M23 has intensified in the eastern part of the country, forcing civilians to flee…reports Asian Lite News War is on the doorstep of eastern Democratic

March 31, 2024

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Daesh claims responsibility for attack on Niger army

Niger’s defense ministry said late on Thursday that 23 soldiers were killed in the attack, which also wounded 17 more. Around 30 attackers were killed, it added…reports Asian Lite News The Daesh

March 24, 2024

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Niger Breaks Off Military Deal With US

The pact played a central role in the US military’s operations in Africa’s Sahel region and is home to a major airbase….reports Asian Lite News In a blow to the US security

March 18, 2024

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