Tensions in Madagascar’s capital, Antananarivo, deepened on Saturday as both supporters and opponents of President Andry Rajoelina staged rival rallies following a week of deadly youth-led demonstrations that the embattled leader has condemned as an "attempted coup".The protests — spearheaded by an online youth collective calling itself Gen Z Mada
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Former President Kabila Sentenced to Death in Absentia
In a stunning turn of events, a military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo has sentenced former president Joseph Kabila to death in absentia, a verdict that is sending political shockwaves across the Great Lakes region.The court found Kabila guilty of treason, crimes against humanity, and war crimes, citing
Tanzania’s Catholic Bishops Warn Against Politics in Church
As the neighbouring country of Tanzania readies itself towards the October 29 2025 presidential elections, the country’s Catholic bishops have drawn a sharp boundary between the pulpit and the political podium.Speaking during the centenary of St. Paul the Apostle Major Seminary in Tabora, Bishop Wolfgang Pisa of Lindi reminded priests,
Mutharika’s Win Sparks Raila’s 2027 Speculation
The surprise return of Malawi’s Peter Mutharika, 85, to the presidency has sparked fresh debate here at home over whether ODM leader Raila Odinga should throw his hat in the ring for Kenya’s 2027 presidential elections.Mutharika, who once lost the seat to Lazarus Chakwera in a repeat vote, reclaimed victory
Ruto Woos American Investors
Kenya is a safe and secure destination for your investments, President William Ruto has assured American investors.The President said Kenya’s macro-economic fundamentals make it the ideal investment destination for American corporations seeking business opportunities in Africa.“We offer stability, world-class talent, green energy, and dependable connectivity, just the qualities investors seek,”
Mutharika Leads as Malawi Awaits Final Vote Tally
Former president Peter Mutharika has opened up an early lead in Malawi’s presidential election, according to partial results released over the weekend.Provisional results from about a quarter of the country’s councils put Mutharika at roughly 51 percent of the vote, while incumbent Lazarus Chakwera trails at 39 percent. The two
IPOA and GPF Kenya Explore Strategic Collaboration to Strengthen Accountability and Peacebuilding
Nairobi, Kenya — August 16, 2025. The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) and the Global Peace Foundation Kenya (GPF-Kenya) convened a high-level meeting to explore areas of collaboration, with discussions pointing toward a potential Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The engagement, held on August 16, brought together senior IPOA leadership and
Tanzanian Election Drama: Luhaga Mpina disqualified, Clearing path for Suluhu
In a surprising reversal, Tanzania’s electoral commission has disqualified Luhaga Mpina, the head of the country’s second-largest opposition party, for the second time. The decision comes just days after a separate ruling had briefly cleared his nomination, only to be overturned in a new development that reshapes the presidential contest. Mpina’s
Kenyans Must now list all Social Media Handles when applying for US Visas
In a recent move that has caught the attention of many Kenyans planning to travel to the United States, the US Embassy in Nairobi has issued a new warning regarding visa applications. Beginning immediately, all applicants are required to disclose their social media handles for the past five years when
Global Peace Foundation and Partners Celebrate Mandela Day at Kamiti Prison
In observance of Nelson Mandela International Day, the Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Kenya, together with partners including The Chandaria Foundation, KCB Foundation, Global Peace Women, Imarisha Ulimwengu Initiative, and the President’s Fellows, gathered at Kamiti Youth Correctional and Training Centre on 18th July 2025 to honor Mandela’s legacy under the