Greece

Greek PM Strengthens Ties at UN Meetings

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with leaders from Azerbaijan, Egypt, Sierra Leone, and Yemen during the UN General Assembly to strengthen diplomatic ties and discuss regional cooperation. Talks focused on energy, cultural preservation, UN collaboration, and maritime security.

Uganda

Religious Leaders in Sebei Region Appeal for Peace Ahead of Kapchorwa By-Election

Religious leaders in Uganda's Sebei region are calling for peace and calm ahead of the upcoming Kapchorwa by-election. Their appeal comes as political tensions rise, with leaders urging communities to avoid violence, remain united, and participate peacefully in the democratic process. The call emphasizes the vital role of religious voices in promoting stability and harmony during election periods.

Kenya

IGAD Youth Leaders Meet in Nairobi for Peace Strategies

IGAD’s Youth, Peace, and Security Conference in Nairobi gathered youth leaders, experts, and officials to discuss ways for young people to drive peace-building and governance in the region. Key topics included youth roles in peace processes, elections, and digital platforms. The conference aims to develop policy recommendations to strengthen youth involvement in decision-making and peace efforts across IGAD member states.

Tanzania

Opposition Leader Faces Secret Trial in Tanzania

Tanzania has banned live coverage of opposition leader Tundu Lissu’s trial, citing witness protection, sparking criticism over transparency and justice. Lissu, facing a possible death sentence for allegedly inciting election disruption, denounced the closed-door proceedings as a threat to democratic accountability.

Nigeria

Nigerians Hail Young Soldier for Defying Powerful Minister

Uganda

Sanjay Tanna Withdraws from NRM CEC Race Amid Alleged Voter Manipulation

Businessman-turned-politician Sanjay Tanna has withdrawn from the NRM Central Executive Committee race, citing alleged voter manipulation and irregularities. His decision comes amid growing tensions within the party, with disputes and withdrawals highlighting deep divisions ahead of the upcoming National Delegates Conference.