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DA’s attempt to re-introduce apartheid-era provisions into SA condemned - EFF

Fighters say party is attempting to amend Prevention of Illegal Eviction to criminalise black people EFF statement on the DA’s racist attempt to amend prevention of illegal eviction from Unlawful Occupation of Land Act to criminalise black people 30 May …

Amaechi gave Tinubu taste of own medicine – Wole Soyinka

Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has praised former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, for showing political courage by refusing to step down for President Bola Tinubu during the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primaries in 2022. …

U.K-Egypt: Mother of jailed activist hospitalised amid hunger strike

The mother of a pro-democracy activist imprisoned in Egypt is seriously ill in a London hospital after resuming a hunger strike aimed at pressing for her son’s release, her family said Friday. Laila Soueif was admitted to St Thomas’s Hospital on Thursday …

Second anniversary: Nigeria’s leadership, a wrong too many

Nigeria’s democracy has been a subject of debate and concern for many years. Despite being touted as the best means of electing leaders, the process has been severely compromised, leading to the emergence of leaders who are more interested in personal …

Sani urges activists to defend democracy, hold govt accountable

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna has advised activists to task politicians to lead by example and be accountable to the people on whose mandate they are in office. According to him, activists are expected to live above board and serve as a shining example to …

Between chaos and democracy: Libya at crossroads again

It may be comparatively calm this week but Libya's western capital Tripoli remains in turmoil. Earlier in May, violence broke out between armed groups and pro-government forces after Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah issued a decree ordering the …

Democracy Day: Ex-Minister Hails Nigerians For Sustaining Democratic Governance

Share Former Minister of Transport, Ademola Adegoroye, has commended Nigerians for their unwavering commitment to sustaining democracy since 1999, describing the citizenry as the true heroes of Nigeria’s democratic journey. In a statement commemorating …

Oshiomhole, Sowore, Onyeagocha clash over Nigeria’s democracy at Oroh’s book launch

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the launch of Senator Abdul Oroh’s new book, Demonstration of Craze: Struggles and Transition to Democracy in Nigeria, a sharp disagreement unfolded between three prominent Nigerian figures—Senator Adams Oshiomhole, …

The Smithsonian is stopping in the Berkshires — here's how its exhibit will spark conversations on democracy and voting

Sign, "A Woman Living Here Has Registered to Vote," from 1920. Images like this will be part of the exhibit, which focuses on voting rights and democracy's roots. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY LEE — Now more than ever, advocates say, it …

10, 9, 8 . . . South Africa’s slide into decline

THABO Mbeki endured eight days in September, a turbulent period in 2008 that led to his ousting as President of the Republic. With Jacob Zuma, it was the so-called nine wasted years, a presidency characterised by state capture and economic decline. For …

Sowore Says Nigeria’s Democracy Hijacked By ‘Morons And Charlatans,’ Exposes Security Agencies As Real Election Riggers

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has said that Nigeria’s democracy was hijacked by "morons" — individuals who neither fought for democracy nor understand its values. He noted that it is why the country is being governed by people who did not …

Is Nigeria truly moving towards a one-party state?

BY EZENWA NWAGWU Is Nigeria truly moving towards a one-party state? This narrative has been gaining traction. Indeed, a small library of commentaries has been growing around the issue in recent weeks and, quite frankly, has also got me thinking. What is …

Inkoko Teti Yende Panshi Nga Takwaba Utwana: Why Chiefs Cannot Speak Alone for Democracy- Dr Mwelwa

*Inkoko Teti Yende Panshi Nga Takwaba Utwana: Why Chiefs Cannot Speak Alone for Democracy* By Dr Mwelwa In every village under the African sun, the elders say, “Inkoko teti yende panshi nga takwaba utwana” — the chicken cannot walk proudly if the chicks …

African politics and democracy

South Africa as a Testing Ground for Globalist Experiments

To avoid South Africa’s fate, Europe and the U.S. must prioritize the protection of sovereignty and identity The Republic of South Africa (RSA), once an economic and infrastructural powerhouse of the continent, has become a testing ground for globalist …

Travel to Egypt 'a real risk' claims former ambassador

The former British ambassador to Egypt has called on the Foreign Office to issue a travel warning against Egypt, highlighting increased risks for Brits following a UN ruling on the unlawful detention of a British-Egyptian activist. John Casson, who served …

Mother of jailed Egyptian democracy activist hospitalized after resuming hunger strike

LONDON (AP) — The mother of a pro-democracy activist imprisoned in Egypt is seriously ill in a London hospital after resuming a hunger strike aimed at pressing for her son’s release, her family said Friday. Laila Soueif was admitted to St Thomas’s Hospital …

Group urges suspension of Zamfara, Benue allocations over legislative crisis

The Coalition for Democratic Governance in Africa (CDGA) has urged the Federal Government to suspend statutory monthly allocations to Zamfara and Benue states, citing the lack of functional legislative assemblies in both states. In a strongly worded …

Atiku Brands Tinubu Govt ‘One Of The Most Incompetent, Anti-People’ In Nigeria’s Democracy On Two-Year Anniversary

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government as “one of the most incompetent, disconnected, and anti-people governments in Nigeria’s democratic history.” He accused the administration of worsening the nation’s …

President Julius Maada Bio Champions Africa’s Call for UN Security Council Reform at Oxford Union

President Bio calls for Africa’s permanent seats on UN Security Council in keynote at Oxford Union, urging global support for equitable reform. OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, June 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sierra Leone’s President Dr. …

New Release: 3rd ‘Evidence Capacity Pulse Report’

Data Foundation Releases Third ‘Evidence Capacity Pulse Report’ Monitoring Ongoing Changes to Federal Data Infrastructure WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Data Foundation today released its third " …

OFL Commemorates First Official Injured Workers’ Day and Demands Recognition Be Met with Justice

TORONTO, June 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- One year after celebrating the successful second reading of the Injured Workers’ Day Bill, the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) proudly stands today with injured workers, community groups, allies, ONDP Leader …

Les tarifs de 50 % imposés par Trump sur l'acier et l'aluminium sont une attaque directe contre les emplois canadiens et ...

TORONTO, 31 mai 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Le Syndicat des Métallos prévient que la décision du Président américain Donald Trump de doubler à 50% les tarifs sur l'acier et l'aluminium est un coup dévastateur pour les industries canadiennes et les …

USW: Trump’s 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum are a direct attack on Canadian jobs — Ottawa must act now

TORONTO, May 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United Steelworkers union (USW) is warning that U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to double tariffs on both steel and aluminum to 50% is a devastating blow to Canada’s industries and the hundreds of …

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 19 of President Trump’s American Leadership

Washington, DC, May 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Link to ThinkCareBelieve's Article:  https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2025/05/31/week-19-of-president-trumps-american-leadership/ ThinkCareBelieve has published an article on …

Investors Mobilize to ‘Free Linqto’ Amid Concerns of Mismanagement

LAS VEGAS, May 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Concerned customers of the investment platform Linqto have joined together to demand answers from the tech company’s new management, which has suspended operations and frozen users’ accounts since February of …

New Edition of Brian Oglesby’s Bold Book Sparks National Dialogue on Race, Politics, and Policy

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author, retired military officer, and cultural commentator Brian Oglesby has released a new, expanded edition of his provocative and widely discussed book, Progressives, Leftists, …

His Holiness Pope Leo XIV receives his first Palestinian and Israeli Peace Leaders, affirms support for civil society

Vatican receives peace entrepreneurs Maoz Inon and Aziz Abu Sarah, marks first formal welcome by Pope of representatives from Israeli-Palestinian peace movement VATICAN CITY, ITALY, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, May 30, His Holiness …

New Capital Project Toolkit Helps Towns and Schools Avoid Project Failure, Win Community Support, and Deliver Results

A first of its kind toolkit helps municipal leaders and school boards win community trust, pass referendums, and deliver capital projects. CA, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across the country, school boards and municipalities …

Republican Candidate Sharifah Hardie Calls for Economic Action, Not More Incarceration, in California Governor’s Race

Sharifah Hardie rejects GOP status quo, calls for jobs over jails and a bold economic plan to rebuild California from the ground up. COLTON, CA, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sharifah Hardie, a Republican candidate for …

New Webcast Covers Family Office Hiring Trends; Podcast with Pat Soldano Shares Key Family Biz Research Insights

Securing Talent, Family-owned Business Concerns Spotlighted in Two New Online Episodes Now Available WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Securing top talent for family office success and detailing the top tax and …

Promoting women’s leadership in peace and security in focus of OSCE regional workshop in Ashgabat

To strengthen the role of women in peacebuilding and security across Central Asia, the OSCE Gender Issues Programme organized a two-day regional workshop on 27 and 28 May in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The event focused on advancing the Women, Peace and …

Texas Hemp Industry Urges Governor Abbott to Veto SB 3 in Emergency Press Conference

Farmers, Veterans, Small Business Owners and Hemp Advocates to Speak Out Against Bill’s Threat to Jobs, Economic Growth and Freedom of Choice Over 100,000 Petition Signatures and Thousands of Handwritten Letters Expected to be Delivered to Governor’s …

Deepening Pakistan’s enduring civil-military imbalance

The iron grip of Pakistan’s military establishment upon the nation’s political system endures as the most potent force shaping its governance. The elevation of Gen. Asim Munir to the rank of field marshal, announced on May 20, is a thunderous declaration …

MENA: UAE’s Landmark Climate Law Takes Effect, Marking A Bold Leap Toward Regional Climate Leadership

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 11 of 2024 on the Reduction of Climate Change Effects officially comes into force on May 30, 2025, Greenpeace Middle East and North Africa (MENA …

EBC Reports Vietnam’s Strategic Rise with $10B France Pact, Strengthened U.S. Ties

Vietnam’s $10B France deal and deepening U.S. ties aren’t just headlines—they signal a shift in trade flows and investor sentiment in Asia. VIETNAM, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vietnam is rapidly positioning itself as a geopolitical and …

EBC Financial Group：フランスとの100億ドルの協定と米国との協力強化によるベトナムの戦略的台頭

ベトナムとフランスの100億ドルの取引や米国との関係深化は目立つトピックである見出しではなく、アジアにおける貿易の流れと投資家心理の変化を示唆しています。 VIETNAM, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ベトナムは、多極化した世界市場で、地政学的・経済的な架け橋としての地位を急速に築き上げています。5月26日、フランスのエマニュエル・マクロン大統領のハノイ国賓訪問中、両国は航空、エネルギー、インフラ、医薬品分野において100 …

EBC Reports Vietnam’s Strategic Rise with $10B France Pact, Strengthened U.S. Ties

Vietnam’s $10B France deal and deepening U.S. ties aren’t just headlines—they signal a shift in trade flows and investor sentiment in Asia. VIETNAM, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vietnam is rapidly positioning itself as a geopolitical and …

EBC Reports Vietnam’s Strategic Rise with $10B France Pact, Strengthened U.S. Ties

Vietnam’s $10B France deal and deepening U.S. ties aren’t just headlines—they signal a shift in trade flows and investor sentiment in Asia. VIETNAM, May 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vietnam is rapidly positioning itself as a geopolitical and …