South Korea's National Assembly has voted to impeach acting president Han Duck-soo, just two weeks after lawmakers impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol. A total of 192 lawmakers supported the impeachment, surpassing the 151 votes required for it to pass. Han Duck-soo, who assumed the presidency following Yoon's impeachment due to his
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Raila defends Adani Deal, emphasizes need for private investment
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has expressed unwavering support for the controversial multibillion-dollar deal with the Indian conglomerate Adani Group, asserting that he has no regrets about backing the partnership. In an exclusive interview with Citizen TV, Odinga highlighted the importance of Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) in driving development across Kenya.
Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh dies at 92
Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on December 26, 2024, at the age of 92. Singh, who served as prime minister from 2004 to 2014 and previously as finance minister, was a pivotal figure in India's economic reforms. His health had deteriorated recently, leading to hospitalization in Delhi. Tributes
North Korea reinforces military support for Russia
SEOUL, Dec. 23 (Yonhap) – North Korea is reportedly preparing to deploy more troops and military equipment to Russia in support of its ongoing war against Ukraine, according to South Korea's military. This assessment follows intelligence indicating that North Korea has already sent thousands of soldiers, with casualties estimated at
Impeachment threat looms over acting South Korean President
South Korea’s main opposition party has threatened to impeach Acting President Han Duck-soo if he does not enact a law to initiate a special counsel investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol’s controversial attempt to impose martial law. Han, who stepped in after Yoon’s suspension following his impeachment on December 14,
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol impeached over Martial Law attempt
SEOUL — In a historic move, South Korea's National Assembly has impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol following his recent attempt to impose martial law, marking the first such measure in over four decades. The impeachment vote passed with a significant majority of 204 to 85 in the 300-member assembly, with
Violence against Voodoo Practitioners claims nearly 200 lives in Haiti
Port-au-Prince, Haiti – A shocking wave of violence over the weekend has left nearly 200 people dead, reportedly targeting voodoo practitioners in a massacre described by the government as an act of "unbearable cruelty." The killings were allegedly orchestrated by a powerful gang leader, who believed that followers of the
Outstanding Young Person in Kenya receives Diana Award in memory of Princess of Wales
A Young person from Kenya was honored with the Diana Award for going above and beyond in their daily life to create and sustain positive change. Samuel mburu kairu, aged 22 , from kenya has been recognised with the highest accolade a young person can achieve for social action or humanitarian efforts – The Diana Award. Established
More Kenyans evacuated from Lebanon
The State Department for Diaspora Affairs has confirmed another batch of Kenyans has been evacuated from Lebanon.In a statement on Saturday, the department said 39 Kenyans have successfully been evacuated from the middle eastern country currently facing bombardment from Israel.“The multi-agency team led by Margaret Wamoto that is assisting in
Dollar firms as Asian stock traders ponder US rates
Asian stocks eased near two-and-half-year highs on Tuesday and the U.S. dollar firmed following hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Jerome Powell's comments influenced bets of big interest rate cuts, while Mid-East tension kept risk sentiment in check. Oil prices were steady and gold traded just below a record high