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Category: Eritrea

Eritrea

Military buildup along the Ethiopia-Eritrea border, highlighting tensions and the risk of conflict in the Horn of Africa
Eritrea

Peace in Peril: Ethiopia and Eritrea Tensions Escalate Again

omondi84FF March 13, 2025 No Comments border tensionsEthiopia-Eritrea conflictHorn of Africa crisisTigray warnings

The fragile peace between Ethiopia and Eritrea is under severe strain, with officials from Tigray issuing warnings of a possible return to conflict. Recent developments,…

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Eritrea

Ethiopia-Eritrea Conflict Warning: Lt. Gen. Tsadkan Calls for Urgent Diplomacy

omondi84FF March 12, 2025 No Comments conflict preventionDiplomacyEritreaEthiopiaLt. Gen. Tsadkantensions

Lt. Gen. Tsadkan Gebretensae, a renowned Ethiopian military leader, has sounded an urgent alarm regarding the rising tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. He warns that…

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: UK statement at UNHRC 58 highlights human rights concerns in Eritrea.
Eritrea

UK Statement on Eritrea at UNHRC 58

omondi84FF February 27, 2025 No Comments Diplomatic EngagementEritreaInternational CooperationUKUNHRC 58

The UK’s statement at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) 58 addressed critical human rights issues in Eritrea, reinforcing the importance of accountability, transparency, and…

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Collective action for democracy and human rights in Eritrea.
Eritrea

Collective Action for Eritrean Democracy

omondi84FF February 26, 2025 No Comments Civil LibertiesDemocracyEritreaFree ElectionsGovernanceHuman RightsPolitical Reform

The movement for democratic change in Eritrea is gaining momentum as citizens, activists, and international organizations push for political reform, human rights, and governance transparency.…

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Egyptian FM meets Eritrean President to discuss bilateral relations and cooperation.
Eritrea

Egypt and Eritrea Strengthen Trade ,Security Ties

omondi84FF February 26, 2025 No Comments Diplomatic RelationsEritreaRegional StabilitySecurity PartnershipTrade Cooperation

Egyptian FM Meets Eritrean President to Strengthen Bilateral Ties Egypt’s Foreign Minister recently met with Eritrean President to deliver an official message, marking a significant…

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Eritrean refugees in Ethiopia face increasing challenges.
Eritrea

Eritrean Refugees Face Harsh Treatment in Ethiopia

omondi84FF November 29, 2024 No Comments Eritrean RefugeesEthiopia CrackdownForced DisplacementHumanitarian Crisis

Eritrean refugees in Ethiopia are experiencing increasing challenges amid intensified crackdowns by local authorities. These individuals, who fled their homeland seeking safety, stability, and a…

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Leaders from Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt discuss strategic security cooperation.
Eritrea

Somalia, Eritrea & Egypt Strengthen Security Ties

omondi84FF October 10, 2024 No Comments defense cooperationEritreamilitary allianceRegional StabilitySomalia

Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt Strengthen Security Cooperation Recent diplomatic discussions have led to a strategic agreement between Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt to enhance security cooperation.…

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Politics

A police vehicle drives past burning tyres in Bissau during unrest following a reported military takeover.
Politics

Behind Guinea-Bissau’s Turmoil: Coup or Carefully Staged ‘Sham’?

omondi84FF December 3, 2025

Guinea-Bissau has been thrown into fresh turmoil after soldiers announced they had taken control, but regional leaders and analysts suspect the takeover may have been staged. Conflicting accounts from the military and President Embaló have raised questions about whether the incident was a real coup or a political manoeuvre in a nation long shaped by instability and drug trafficking.

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with service members from Mar-a-Lago during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Politics

Trump Announces Plan to ‘Permanently Pause Migration’ From “Third World Countries” After DC Shooting Incident

omondi84FF November 29, 2025

President Trump announced plans to pause migration from “Third World Countries” after a fatal DC shooting linked to an Afghan national, unveiling new measures to tighten immigration rules and review noncitizen benefits.

Nicki Minaj speaks at a U.S. Embassy event in New York, expressing support for Donald Trump’s claims about Christian persecution in Nigeria
Politics Uncategorized

Nicki Minaj Backs Trump’s Claim on Christian Persecution in Nigeria Amid Complex Security Crisis

omondi84FF November 20, 2025

Nicki Minaj has backed President Donald Trump’s claim that Christians are being persecuted in Nigeria, citing attacks on churches and religious communities. However, analysts and Nigerian officials argue that extremist violence affects both Christians and Muslims, with recent incidents in Kwara, Kebbi, and Borno highlighting the broader insecurity across the country. President Bola Tinubu has called for urgent action as tensions rise.

President Félix Tshisekedi delivering a speech on the M23 crisis and the formation of a broad-based government in the DRC.
Politics

Broad-Based Government: Tshisekedi’s Strategy Against M23

omondi84FF March 7, 2025 No Comments

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) finds itself at a critical juncture as President Félix Tshisekedi seeks to navigate escalating challenges posed by the M23…

A meeting of Somali officials discussing governance reforms with international partners, highlighting collaboration and progress.
Politics

EU Releases $10.7M to Somalia After Governance Reforms

omondi84FF March 6, 2025 No Comments

omalia’s recent reforms have resulted in the release of €10 million ($10.7 million) in European Union (EU) budgetary support, signaling international recognition of the country’s…

Politics

Rwanda Demands Financial Reimbursement After UK Asylum Deal Collapse

omondi84FF March 4, 2025 No Comments

Rwanda has reportedly demanded $63 million from the United Kingdom following the collapse of a controversial asylum agreement that sought to relocate asylum seekers from…

Kenyan political leaders at a public rally discussing an anti-Ruto alliance.
Politics

Unity Test: Why the New Anti-Ruto Bid Faces Old Challenges

omondi84FF February 28, 2025 No Comments

Kenya’s political landscape is shifting as opposition leaders and discontented figures within the ruling coalition attempt to form a united front against President William Ruto.…

Sports

Dominik Szoboszlai celebrates after scoring Liverpool’s winning penalty against Inter Milan at the San Siro.
Sports

Liverpool Show Strength in Milan as Slot Secures Crucial Win Without Salah

omondi84FF December 10, 2025

Liverpool earned a crucial Champions League win in Milan, with Dominik Szoboszlai scoring a late penalty as Arne Slot’s side proved they can perform even without Mohamed Salah.

Nigeria Super Eagles players line up for a team photo before a World Cup qualifying match against DR Congo
Sports

Back to the Drawing Board for Nigeria After World Cup Qualifying Failure

omondi84FF November 18, 2025

Nigeria’s World Cup hopes ended in disappointment as the Super Eagles lost to DR Congo on penalties, missing the 2026 tournament. Managerial changes, off-field disputes, and reliance on star striker Victor Osimhen highlighted deeper issues within the team and the Nigeria Football Federation

Four African football stars representing DR Congo, Cameroon, Nigeria, and Gabon ahead of 2026 World Cup play-offs
Sports

How Africa’s World Cup Play-Offs Will Decide a 2026 Contender

omondi84FF November 11, 2025

DR Congo, Cameroon, Nigeria, and Gabon will face off in Morocco for a single spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the winner advancing to intercontinental play-offs for a chance to compete in Canada, Mexico, and the United States

Nuno Espirito Santo smiling and holding a West Ham home shirt during his appointment as manager, standing in front of a sponsors board
Sports

Nuno Espirito Santo: Premier League’s Only Black Manager Calls It a ‘Privilege’

omondi84FF November 7, 2025

Nuno Espirito Santo has become the Premier League’s only black manager, calling it a ‘privilege’ as he leads West Ham United and reflects on diversity in English football

Indian women’s cricket team celebrates after defeating South Africa by 52 runs to win the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 final at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.
Sports

India Defeats South Africa by 52 Runs to Win Women’s ODI World Cup Final

omondi84FF November 3, 2025

Under the bright lights of the DY Patil Stadium, the Indian women’s cricket team achieved what generations of players had dreamed of — lifting their…

Manchester United targets Emiliano Martinez and Senne Lammens to solve goalkeeping crisis
Sports

Man Utd Eye Martinez & Lammens in Keeper Hunt

omondi84FF September 1, 2025

Manchester United are accelerating their push to solve a long-standing issue between the posts, with two names firmly on their radar: Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez…

Joshua Cheptegei, Olympic gold medalist and world record holder, pulls out of the Antrim Coast Half Marathon after illness.
Sports

Cheptegei Withdraws from Antrim Coast Half Marathon

omondi84FF August 23, 2025

Olympic champion Joshua Cheptegei has officially withdrawn from the 2025 Antrim Coast Half Marathon after falling ill, organisers confirmed on Friday. The absence of the…

World

Australia PM Defends Under-16 Social Media Ban
World

Australia’s Leader Defends New Social Media Ban as Teens Claim They’re Still Online

omondi84FF December 12, 2025

Australia’s new ban on social media use for children under 16 has taken effect, and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the rollout may be rough but necessary. Teens across the country are already claiming they can still access their accounts, raising questions about enforcement.

US Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin during peace talks in Moscow.
World

Putin Signals Stalemate After High-Level Talks With US Envoys

omondi84FF December 3, 2025

Talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and senior US envoys ended without a breakthrough, as the Kremlin rejected key parts of the updated Ukraine peace plan. Despite calling the meeting constructive, Moscow said major differences remain, keeping hopes for a near-term agreement uncertain.

U.S. President Donald Trump signs legislation at the White House requiring the release of federal files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
World

Trump Signs Bill Requiring Release of Jeffrey Epstein Case Files After Months of Resistance

omondi84FF November 20, 2025

In a dramatic political reversal, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday (November 19, 2025) signed into law a bipartisan bill that mandates the public release…

Kim Jong Un at Pyongyang ceremony paying tribute to North Korean soldiers killed in Russia’s war in Ukraine.
World

Kim Jong Un Breaks Silence on North Korean War Casualties

omondi84FF August 22, 2025

A Historic Acknowledgment From Pyongyang For the first time, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has openly admitted that his country has lost soldiers in…

Israeli airstrikes in Damascus amid Syrian conflict escalation
World

US and Syria Reach Ceasefire Deal in Suweida as Israeli Airstrikes Escalate

omondi84FF July 17, 2025 No Comments

TenThe conflict-ridden region of southern Syria witnessed a pivotal diplomatic breakthrough this week as the United States brokered a ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government…

Trump condemns Putin's Ukraine attack while addressing media at U.S. airport.
World

Trump Calls Putin ‘Crazy’ Over Ukraine Strikes, Warns of Russia’s Fall

omondi84FF May 26, 2025 No Comments

In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, U.S. President Donald Trump condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin for launching Russia’s largest air assault on Ukraine since the…

Pope Leo XIV, formerly Robert Francis Prevost, during his missionary work in Peru, assisting communities affected by floods and the COVID-19 crisis.
World

Pope Leo XIV: From Peru’s ‘Saint of the North’ to First American Pontiff

omondi84FF May 9, 2025 No Comments

On May 8, 2025, history was written in Vatican City as Robert Francis Prevost was elected pope, taking the name Leo XIV and becoming the…

Kenya

Burkina Faso soldiers detaining Nigerian Air Force officers after C-130 emergency landing
Kenya

Burkina Faso Detains Nigerian Officers After Alleged Airspace Violation

omondi84FF December 9, 2025

Burkina Faso has detained Nigerian Air Force officers after a C-130 aircraft made an emergency landing in Bobo-Dioulasso. The Sahel Alliance called the incident an airspace violation, while Nigeria cited a technical fault as the reason for the landing.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Kenyan President William Ruto shake hands in Nairobi during the signing of a new Kenya–US health partnership, with both nations’ flags in the background.
Kenya

Kenya Signs Landmark $2.5bn Health Deal With US Amid Data Privacy Concerns

omondi84FF December 5, 2025

Kenya has signed a historic $2.5bn health deal with the US to boost infectious disease response and strengthen healthcare systems. The agreement has sparked public concern over data privacy, with calls for full disclosure of the terms.

Kenya Navy officers participating in an Inter-Units Taekwondo Championship at KNB Mtongwe.
Kenya

KENYA NAVY HOSTS INTER-UNITS TAEKWONDO CHAMPIONSHIP AT KNB MTONGWE

omondi84FF November 29, 2025

The Kenya Navy hosted a two-day Inter-Units Taekwondo Championship at KNB Mtongwe, showcasing skill, discipline, and teamwork as units competed for selection to the elite team heading to the Bora Cup Championship 2026.

An oil drilling rig in Kenya’s Turkana region operated by Gulf Energy, symbolizing the nation’s upcoming crude production project.
Kenya

Kenya’s Gulf Energy Sets Sights on 2026 for First Oil Output from Turkana Basin

omondi84FF November 12, 2025

Kenya’s Gulf Energy Ltd. is set to revive the long-stalled Turkana oil project, targeting first crude production by late 2026. After acquiring Tullow Oil’s South Lokichar Basin assets for $120 million, the Nairobi-based firm has gained Energy Ministry approval and now awaits Parliament’s green light. The project—estimated to hold 560 million barrels of recoverable crude—marks a major step toward Kenya’s emergence as an East African oil producer and a milestone in the country’s push for energy independence.

New Kenya–Uganda expressway project planned to improve cross-border transport and reduce congestion between Nairobi and Kampala.
Kenya

Kenya–Uganda Expressway Project Gains Momentum with African Development Bank Support

omondi84FF November 10, 2025

Kenya and Uganda are partnering on a 200km expressway backed by the African Development Bank to improve cross-border connectivity, reduce travel times, and boost East Africa’s trade network.

Africa

Nigerian Air Force C-130 aircraft on a dimly lit runway at night, illuminated by orange lights.
Africa

Burkina Faso Accuses Nigerian Air Force of Airspace Violation After Emergency Landing

omondi84FF December 9, 2025

Burkina Faso has accused the Nigerian Air Force of violating its airspace after a C-130 aircraft made an emergency landing in Bobo-Dioulasso. Eleven Nigerian officers were detained as the Sahel alliance called the incident an “unfriendly act,” while Nigeria said the landing was due to a technical fault.

Benin President Patrice Talon says loyalist troops have successfully stopped an attempted coup, reassuring citizens that the situation is under control.
Africa

Benin President Says Coup Attempt Has Been Thwarted by Loyalist Forces

omondi84FF December 8, 2025

An attempted coup in Benin was swiftly stopped by loyalist forces, with President Patrice Talon assuring citizens that the situation is under control. Fourteen people have been arrested, and Nigerian support helped secure the airspace during the operation.

U.S. President Donald Trump’s name displayed on the United States Institute of Peace building sign in Washington, D.C., ahead of a Rwanda–Congo peace deal signing.
Africa

Trump Puts His Name on US Institute of Peace Ahead of Rwanda–Congo Deal

omondi84FF December 5, 2025

President Donald Trump has added his name to the United States Institute of Peace building ahead of hosting Rwanda and DRC leaders for a U.S.-brokered peace deal. The move follows a controversial federal takeover of the independent institute, now at the center of a legal battle over presidential authority.

Cameroon opposition leader Anicet Ekane at a Constitutional Council hearing before his death in military detention.
Africa

Cameroon Opposition Leader Anicet Ekane Dies in Military Detention, Sparking Outrage

omondi84FF December 2, 2025

Cameroon’s opposition leader Anicet Ekane has died in military detention, sparking outrage and raising accusations of medical neglect amid the country’s post-election political crisis.

ECOWAS delegation led by Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio arriving in Guinea-Bissau for talks with coup leaders.
Africa

ECOWAS Delegation Arrives in Guinea-Bissau for Talks With Coup Leaders

omondi84FF December 2, 2025

An ECOWAS delegation led by President Julius Maada Bio has arrived in Guinea-Bissau for urgent talks with coup leaders, aiming to restore constitutional order after last week’s military takeover.

Uganda

Kenyan activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo raising their fists after returning to Nairobi following their secret detention in Uganda.
Uganda

Uganda President Admits Kenyan Activists Were Secretly Arrested and Held ‘In the Fridge’ for Weeks

omondi84FF November 25, 2025

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has admitted that two Kenyan activists, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, were secretly arrested and held for more than five weeks, despite government denials. Their release, following diplomatic pressure from Kenya, has renewed concerns over enforced disappearances and cross-border crackdowns on dissent in East Africa.

Mauritius leads Africa in global fraud protection ranking 2025
Africa Tanzania Uganda

East Africa’s Fraud Crisis: Why Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda Are Struggling to Protect Citizens from Scams

omondi84FF October 22, 2025

A Troubling Report for East Africa A new Global Fraud Index paints a worrying picture for the region. Three major East African economies — Tanzania,…

East African Crude Oil Pipeline construction cutting through protected savannah near Murchison Falls, Uganda.
Uganda

East African Oil Pipeline Poses Climate and Wildlife Risks

omondi84FF September 15, 2025

The planned East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) is drawing intense scrutiny after a new analysis warned it could emit over 34 million tonnes of…

Uganda Airlines aircraft on the runway amid growing losses in 2024/25.
Uganda

Uganda Airlines Faces Higher Losses in 2024/25

omondi84FF August 29, 2025

Uganda Airlines, the country’s national carrier, is bracing for higher financial losses in the 2024/25 financial year, even as it records growth in passenger numbers…

Uganda denies reports of a U.S. deportation deal amid Trump’s expanded migrant strategy.
Uganda

Trump Deportation Plan Criticized as Uganda Denies Deal

omondi84FF August 21, 2025

The Trump administration is facing renewed scrutiny after reports emerged that the United States is expanding its deportation strategy through controversial agreements with foreign governments.…

Somalia

Somali American leaders, including Omar Fateh and Ilhan Omar, speak at a news conference responding to Donald Trump’s remarks.
Somalia

From Mogadishu to Minneapolis, Somalis Reject Trump’s Remarks

omondi84FF December 12, 2025

Minnesota leaders Omar Fateh and Ilhan Omar held a press conference condemning Donald Trump’s remarks about Somali immigrants, emphasizing community unity and rising concerns in Minneapolis.

US President Donald Trump speaking at a public event, captured mid-speech against an official backdrop.
Somalia

Somali Community Targeted as Trump Terminates TPS in Minnesota

omondi84FF November 26, 2025

US President Donald Trump has ended Temporary Protected Status for Somalis in Minnesota, claiming without evidence that Somali gangs are causing crime and fraud in the state. The move affects a small number of TPS holders but has sparked strong criticism from state leaders and community advocates, who warn it could separate families and damage US–Somalia relations.

Turkish cargo vessel released by Puntland after diplomatic talks
Somalia

Somalia’s Puntland Releases Turkish Arms Ship After Talks

omondi84FF August 5, 2025 No Comments

In a move reflecting the growing complexity of international maritime diplomacy in East Africa, Puntland authorities in northeastern Somalia have released a Turkish cargo ship…

Overview of the Islamic State in Somalia, detailing its origins, rise, and recent battlefield defeats in the Horn of Africa.
Somalia

Islamic State in Somalia: Threats, Defeats, and the Future

omondi84FF March 25, 2025 No Comments

The Islamic State (IS) in Somalia has garnered international attention for its violent activities and attempts to establish a foothold in the Horn of Africa.…

A group of Somali deportees walking through a conflict-affected area, symbolizing their struggles with fear and uncertainty.
Somalia

Former US Deportees Face Fear and Uncertainty in Somalia

omondi84FF March 12, 2025 No Comments

The journey of Somali deportees from the United States to Somalia is one filled with fear, uncertainty, and a profound sense of displacement. For many,…

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