U.S. State Department to issue new passport with Trump’s portrait
USAfricaonline.com @USAfricaLive "As the United States celebrates America's 250th anniversary in July, the State Department is preparing to release a limited number of specially designed U.S. passports to commemorate this…
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The withdrawal of the East African force (EAC-RF) deployed in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continued on Friday, with approximately 250 South Sudanese soldiers…
Controversy surrounds approval of Burundi’s electoral commission composition
Burundi's National Assembly granted approval to the composition of the Independent National Electoral Commission (Ceni) on Thursday, securing a broad majority. However, the opposition has decried the process, labeling it…
Egypt’s election: Anticipated victory for Sissi amidst economic concerns
Egypt is in the final stages of preparations for its upcoming presidential election, scheduled to occur from Sunday, December 10, to Tuesday, December 12, with the anticipated announcement of results…
Kenya halts privatization of state entities amid opposition appeal
A court has issued a suspension on the privatization proceedings of 11 state-owned entities in Kenya, including the national oil and gas company, in response to an appeal by the…
Burundi’s former prime minister sentenced to life in prison
A former general has been found guilty on various charges, including attempting to overthrow the government, illicit enrichment, and destabilizing the economy, according to a judicial source. The individual in…
U.S., South Korea, and Japan forge joint initiatives to counter North Korean cyber threats
The United States, South Korea, and Japan have jointly formulated new measures to address the evolving challenges posed by North Korea, specifically focusing on cyber threats, cryptocurrency abuses, and space…
U.S has vetoed UN resolution for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas-Palestine war
On Friday, December 8, 2023, the United States exercised its veto power in the United Nations Security Council, rejecting a resolution that called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the…
USAfrica: The President as African King. By Chidi Amuta
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U.S. court upholds gag order on Trump, modifies restrictions in federal criminal case
On Friday, December 8, 2023, a U.S. appeals court issued a comprehensive affirmation of a judicially imposed gag order restraining Donald Trump from publicly criticizing prosecutors, court personnel, and potential…
Hunter Biden faces dual indictments on tax charges
Special Counsel David Weiss has filed a second indictment against President Biden's son, Hunter Biden, this time on tax charges. This development follows the collapse of a plea deal earlier…
U.S. labor market: Year-end slowdown amid economic resilience
The concluding phase of 2023 is indicating a deceleration in hiring, marking the slowest period in years for the U.S. labor market. Employers, following a period of robust expansion subsequent…
African: Zimbabwe and Botswana pursue visa-free agreement
Zimbabwe and Botswana are actively engaged in negotiations for a bilateral agreement aimed at abolishing visa requirements for their respective citizens, aligning themselves with the increasing trend among African nations…
Inquiry surrounds Tanzanian Vice-President’s prolonged absence
Concerns have been raised by some Tanzanians regarding the prolonged absence of Vice-President Philip Mpango, who has not made any public appearances for over a month. Speculation intensified when he…
Ethiopia: Devastating floods leave thousands homeless in South Omo
A catastrophic flood that struck the South Omo region of Ethiopia nearly three weeks ago has left numerous residents homeless and in desperate need of assistance. The deluge, which occurred…
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