Sam Nujoma was a co-founder of Swapo when it was formed as a liberation movement in 1960
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The Democratic Republic of Congo condemned Kenya’s appointment of a consul in rebel-held Goma, calling it a violation of sovereignty and diplomatic norms. The move deepens regional tensions as M23 rebels expand control and peace efforts falter.
The death of Alino Faso, a Burkinabe influencer found dead in Ivorian custody, has ignited public outrage and demands for justice amid suspicions of foul play. His repatriation has intensified diplomatic tensions and spotlighted broader concerns over political repression in West Africa.
A fresh wave of violence in northern Mozambique has forced thousands of civilians to flee their homes, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis. Armed attacks in Cabo Delgado province have intensified in recent weeks, displacing entire communities and overwhelming aid agencies struggling to provide food, shelter, and medical assistance. Most of the displaced are women and children, now living in overcrowded temporary shelters with limited access to essential services. Humanitarian organizations warn that without immediate support, the crisis could spiral further out of control.
At least 45 Malian soldiers, including two generals, were arrested over the weekend for allegedly attempting to destabilize the country’s institutions, highlighting growing tensions within the military-led government. The detentions, including those of General Abass Dembele and Brigadier General Nema Sagara, come amid rising discontent over delayed elections, intensified political repression, and escalating jihadist violence across Mali.
President John Mahama granted amnesty to 998 prisoners in Ghana, including first-time offenders, the elderly, and the seriously ill, following recommendations from the Prisons Service Council. The move aims to ease overcrowding in prisons, which currently hold over 14,000 inmates nationwide.
