EU Launches Investigations into Meta and TikTok Over Disinformation Handling
The European Union (EU) has initiated investigations into social media giants Meta, the parent company of Facebook, and TikTok, focusing on their efforts to curb the dissemination of "illegal content…
Sakharov Prize Awarded to Slain Iranian Woman and Freedom Movement
The European Parliament awarded the prestigious Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to Mahsa Amini, a courageous young woman from Iran, and the movement "Women: Life, Freedom". Amini's tragic and…
French Troops Withdraw from Niger Begin Journey Home via Chad
The first French road convoy, carrying troops and equipment, has completed its withdrawal from Niger, following the overthrow of President Mohamed Bazoum in July. This marked a significant shift in…
Release Nnamdi Kanu for Peace in Southeast
Uche Nwosu, the former Chief of Staff to the Imo State governor, has called upon President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to facilitate the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the…
Senegal: Inmates at Ziguinchor Prison Go on Hunger Strike
180 prisoners are on a hunger strike to protest their pretrial detention. Some have been detained for up to four months without being brought before a court In Casamance, southern…
Opposition Petition Targets Félix Tshisekedi, the CEEAC Facilitator
A group of opposition parties and civil society organizations are seeking to challenge the designation of Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi as the facilitator of the Central African Economic Community (CEEAC).…
France’s ‘Memory Commission’ Members Convene in Yaoundé
A little over six months after assuming their roles, the members of the "Memory Commission" investigating France's role and involvement against Cameroonian independence movements and opposition, initiated by Presidents Emmanuel…
Opposition Leader Ousmane Sonko Resumes Hunger Strike
Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, who has been detained since late July on various charges, including incitement to insurrection, announced on Tuesday, October 17, that he is resuming his hunger…
US Offers $5 Million Reward for Information on Al-Shabab Deputy Leader
The U.S. Department of State has announced a $5 million reward for any information leading to the identification and location of Abukar Ali Adan, regarded by the United States as…
National Assembly President Concerned About Pre-Election Climate
The President of the National Assembly opened the second regular session of the year with a strong message to the 13 presidential candidates, the interim government, and the international community…