New York, USA — Zohran Mamdani was officially sworn in as the 112th mayor of New York City in a historic ceremony just after midnight, marking a landmark moment in the city’s political history. In a private event held at the decommissioned Old City Hall subway station in Manhattan, Mamdani placed his hand on a…
Conakry, Guinea — Mamady Doumbouya, the former coup leader who seized power in Guinea in September 2021, has been declared the winner of the country’s presidential election, according to provisional results released Tuesday by the General Directorate of Elections. Doumbouya secured an overwhelming 86.72% of the vote in the December 28 poll, giving him an…
UNITED NATIONS — Somalia is set to assume the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council on January 1, 2026, marking a symbolic diplomatic milestone for the East African nation during its term as a non-permanent member of the Council. The presidency of the Security Council rotates monthly among the 15 members in English alphabetical order,…
2025 has been a year of significant loss for the African continent, with the passing of several influential figures across entertainment, arts, politics, activism, and sports. Their contributions have left lasting impacts on African culture and society. Among the notable losses: • Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o (Kenya, 87) – The celebrated novelist, playwright, and advocate for…
The East African Community (EAC), the United States and the United Kingdom have joined the African Union (AU) in reaffirming their recognition of Somalia’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity, rejecting any move to recognise Somaliland as an independent state following Israel’s recent decision. In a statement issued on December 26, the EAC said it continues…