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June 15, 2021
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Mali

Choguel Maiga Sets His Sight on Civilian Government

Before beginning this article, one may ask, what is a civilian government? Civil government is the enforcement of law and order by a state on behalf of its inhabitants...

May 22, 2021
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Africa

African Union Calls for ‘democratic transition’ in Chad

The African Union sees Chad’s transformation from military to political leadership as a ‘total necessity’ within 18 months. Within 18 months, the African Union called for a “political transformation”...

March 30, 2021
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Africa, Health

African Union (AU) to receive up to 400 million COVID shots from J&J

Drug maker Johnson & Johnson announced this week that they had agreed to supply up to 400 million doses of its COVID-19 vaccine to the African Union (AU). The...

March 24, 2021
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Ethiopia, Sudan

Sudan’s cabinet supports the UAE mediating conflicts with Ethiopia

Sudan’s transitional cabinet has backed a United Arab Emirates initiative to mediate a border dispute with Ethiopia and a controversial large dam built by Addis Abeba on the Blue...

January 24, 2021
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Africa, PEOPLE & PLACES, Sudan

Two Million People Homeless in the Sahel

The situation in the Sahel has deteriorated with surging cases of violence. Intercommunal conflicts and militia attacks have continued to disrupt peace and security in the region. The Head...

December 11, 2020
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Africa, Madagascar, Politics

Andry Rajoelina: Former Disk Jockey and Populist Leader

Andry Rajoelina was born on 30th May 1974. He was born into the home of a wealthy Colonel. His father’s name is Colonel Roger Rajoelina. Although his family could...

November 25, 2020
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Africa, Burundi, News

Former Burundian President Pierre Buyoya Resigns from Special Envoy

Ex-Burundian president, Pierre Buyoya, ten days ago tabled in his resignation from the African Union (AU) special envoy. Mr. Buyoya confirmed his resignation to AFP but did not give...

November 9, 2020
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Africa, Guinea, Politics

Guinea’s High Court Declares Alpha Conde President-Elect

On 18th October 2020, Guineans cast their ballots electing Alpha Conde for a third Presidential term. Conde’s victory sparked mixed reactions among his supporters who jubilated and opposition who...

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