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Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera defended his leadership at a political rally, stating divine purpose placed him in office without a mandate for violence. Speaking to supporters at Malembo School in his hometown of Kasiya, Chakwera addressed the nation's concerns six months before the general...

Global governments have moved to restrict DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence chatbot, citing security concerns about user data handling. South Korea and Australia led recent bans on government devices, with the United States considering similar measures. DeepSeek emerged as a...

Chinese AI firm DeepSeek has emerged as a notable challenger to established technology leaders, signaling a shift in global artificial intelligence development. The company's rise marks what experts call a turning point in U.S. technological dominance, with China taking an increasingly vital...

Kenya has entered a critical phase in its democratic evolution with the formation of a selection panel to recruit new commissioners for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission. This constitutional body bears responsibility for conducting elections, managing referenda, registering...

American foreign policy reflects a consistent pattern of realism across administrations, where nations pursue power and influence through strategic calculation rather than moral imperatives. Past presidents balanced global leadership with national interests, as seen in key historical moments...

Since taking office in September 2022, President William Ruto has emerged as Africa's leading diplomatic voice. His extensive international travels mark an unprecedented level of engagement for a Kenyan president, with most visits occurring at the invitation of host nations. Ruto champions the...

China has denounced U.S. actions aimed at disrupting its ties with Panama, according to Chinese Assistant Foreign Minister Zhao Zhiyuan during his meeting with Panamanian Ambassador Miguel Lecaro. Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino announced Thursday that his nation had sent formal notice to...

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele offered the United States access to his country's mega-prison for housing convicted criminals, including American citizens, in exchange for payment. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated the United States would explore this proposal. The Terrorism...

Kenya faces growing tensions between its security agencies and citizens amid recent criticisms of law enforcement. Security experts warn these conflicts threaten national stability and public safety. The National Intelligence Service leads Kenya's security framework alongside the Defence Forces...

Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga is poised to become the next African Union Commission Chairman, with the decisive election approaching in just over a week. Reports indicate he has secured endorsements from more than half of the eligible voting countries at the AU summit, yet his...

A power struggle has emerged between former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his successor, Kithure Kindiki, for influence over Kenya's Mount Kenya region. The rivalry intensified after Kindiki made recent public appearances in Nyeri and Embu counties, seen as testing political waters...

Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga seeks to secure the African Union Commission chairperson position, marking a potential shift from his previous five unsuccessful presidential bids. The election will take place during the 38th Ordinary Session in Addis Ababa on February 15-16. Odinga faces...

At the regional summit in Tanzania, Rwandan President Paul Kagame blamed the Democratic Republic of Congo for escalating conflict in its eastern region and stressed that Rwanda would defend itself against mounting border threats. Speaking at the EAC-SADC Joint Summit in Dar es Salaam, Kagame...

Uganda's latest census reveals a significant shift in religious demographics, with Pentecostal churches expanding their presence as traditional denominations face declining numbers. The Uganda Bureau of Statistics reports Pentecostal membership grew from 11.1% to 14.7% between 2014 and 2024...

East Africa faces pivotal agricultural challenges in 2025 despite vast resources and opportunities for growth. The region holds more than 280 million people, including 30 million pastoralists and agro-pastoralists, with extensive arable land, livestock, and rich biodiversity. Recent threats...

Regional leaders at a joint East African Community and Southern African Development Community summit demanded an immediate ceasefire in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo Thursday, responding to mounting violence in the region. The Dar es Salaam gathering, led by EAC Chair William Ruto of...

African Union Commission Chairman Moussa Faki left a critical East African summit in Tanzania after organizers asked him to exit a closed-door session, creating diplomatic tension at the high-level meeting on DR Congo's crisis. The incident unfolded in Dar es Salaam after the opening speeches...

A Commission of Inquiry into Harare City Council affairs revealed Mayor Jacob Mafume provided false residential information during testimony. The commission discovered the discrepancy Tuesday after conducting an on-site inspection at 110 Coronation Road in Greendale, Harare. Retired High Court...

Zimbabwe's ruling party, ZANU PF, condemned Central Committee member Runesu Geza for making "outlandish, treasonable, and egregious rantings" that breached party discipline. Information Secretary Christopher Mutsvangwa said in a February 5 statement that Geza's remarks undermined war veteran...

Vice President Constantino Chiwenga pledged loyalty to Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa amid rising pressure from war veterans urging Mnangagwa to resign and hand power to his deputy. The declaration emerges as ZANU PF confronts internal rifts and intensifying demands from high-ranking...