Sam Nujoma was a co-founder of Swapo when it was formed as a liberation movement in 1960
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The U.S. has reportedly reached a deal with Uganda to accept deportees from other African nations as part of Washington’s expanded immigration crackdown. Under the arrangement, only migrants without criminal records would be sent, though the exact number remains unclear. The move places Uganda among several countries now facing pressure to share responsibility for asylum-seekers rerouted from the U.S.
Authorities in The Gambia have come under scrutiny for arresting and detaining peaceful protesters, including prominent activists, during a demonstration over internet cost regulations. Rights groups are demanding their immediate release and accountability for reported mistreatment, urging the government to uphold constitutional freedoms.
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.
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.
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.
Somali listeners shared urgent concerns in Radio Ergo’s weekly feedback report, highlighting drought, displacement, lack of aid, and mental health struggles. Scattered rainfall offered brief hope, but widespread hardship continues to dominate daily life.
