African leaders are set to gather this weekend for a special summit aimed at pushing through long-debated reforms to their pan-continental body.
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Exiled Sudanese Activist Mohamed Boshi Surfaces in Detention
Sudanese authorities have confirmed that they are holding a vocal critic of the government who was forcibly disappeared in Egypt in October, 2018.
Media Rights Group Indignant Over Tanzania Journalist Arrests
A media rights group expressed indignation over statements made by officials in Tanzania and South Africa justifying the detention of two of its employees.
Congo Opposition Leaders Pull Support For Joint Election Candidate
Congo opposition leaders pull support for a joint election candidate in next month’s presidential election, seemingly ending hopes of a united front.
Ethiopia Increases Arrests in Crackdown Targeting Security Services
Ethiopia arrest former head of military-run industrial shortly after authorities announced investigations targeting senior members of the security forces.
VIDEO: How Emmanuel Jal Went From Child Soldier to Hip-Hop Star
Emmanuel Jal’s amazing life story and his passion for life captivates the minds of fans from both home and abroad. His musical cry for peace is an inspiration.
VIDEO: Discussion on Importance of Taxes in Nation Building
Taxation is wrongly viewed by many as an unlikely place to encounter big societal questions about democracy, equity or good governance. It is the opposite.
The Diamond Industry Is Failing To Clean Up Its Act
The diamond industry must deliver on its promise that consumers can trust the diamonds they purchase are sourced, traded, and processed responsibly.
Attorney General Alleges Vast Ethiopian Corruption Scheme
Ethiopia’s attorney general said on Monday that a five-month long investigation at huge military-run conglomerate METEC has revealed vast corruption.
Parliament Approves Tunisian PM’s Cabinet Reshuffle
The Tunisian parliament approved on Monday a cabinet reshuffle proposed by Prime Minister Youssef Chahed amid a political and economic crisis.