Piracy drops in Gulf of Guinea but root causes remain

By Buertey Francis BORYOR A steep drop in piracy incidents in the Gulf of Guinea could be short-lived if the region fails to address the drivers of maritime crime, Vice Admiral (Rtd.) Issa Yakubu, Executive Chairman of the Gulf of Guinea Maritime...

Portugal the “Best Destination in Europe”

The World Travel Awards European gala honoured the best tourism and travel companies in Europe on Wednesday, October 22nd, at an event held at the Forte Village Resort in Sardinia, Italy, according to a report by Publituris. Portugal emerged...

Top Weekend Events: Oct. 23 – Oct. 26

There are always great things to do in the Natural State, and AY About You has compiled some of the most exciting events in Arkansas this weekend. Also, listen to 103.7 The Buzz every Friday morning for Morning Mayhem to learn more about what’s...

Qatar and US warn EU law may threaten energy security in Doha talks

Energy security and regulatory risk were front and centre as the 27th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) convened this week in Doha, bringing together ministers, officials and experts from the world's leading...

Rift Valley fever: what it is, how it spreads and how to stop it

Rift Valley Fever (RVF) is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes that mainly affects livestock. It can also infect humans. While most human cases remain mild, it can cause death. The disease causes heavy economic and health losses for...

October Issue Free for One More Week!

When democracies are clearly outperforming autocracies in so many ways, why the widespread disenchantment with democratic government? Why are democracy and human-rights activists across the globe turning to Bitcoin? And what’s behind autocratic...

Moroccan pumpkin exports to France reach new seasonal high

Morocco is set to reach a new seasonal record for pumpkin exports to France, marking its third consecutive year of growth, according to EastFruit. Between November 2024 and August 2025, Moroccan exporters shipped nearly 1,700 metric tons of...

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall's barely concealed ambition to become UN Secretary-General

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall at the launch of the African Leaders Debt Relief Initiative, Cape Town, South Africa, February 27, 2025. GIANLUIGI GUERCIA / AFP Not once has Macky Sall returned to Senegal since April 3, 2024, the day after...

Le Vice-Président défend les normes humanitaires à l’Assemblée de l’UIP

Par : Fatou Krubally Le Vice-Président de l’Assemblée nationale, l’honorable Seedy SK Njie, a réaffirmé l’engagement de la Gambie à défendre les principes humanitaires. Njie s’exprimait devant l’Assemblée de l’Union interparlementaire (UIP) à...

African football player of the year: the list of candidates revealed

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) published its list of candidates for the player of the year award on Wednesday. While the date of the ceremony is not yet known, the event already promises quite some suspense. Could it be Fiston Mayele,...

Nike reveals England World Cup kit innovation to beat 50C heat

Thursday 23 October 2025 3:20 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - JUNE 10: Harry Kane of England looks on, during the warm up prior...

20 Exceptional 2025 Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leaders

Last Updated on September 18, 2025 When HBCU Brilliance Goes Global What happens when HBCU excellence meets international opportunity? This year’s list of 2025 Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leaders shows exactly how HBCUs turn global exchange into...

Why institutionalizing space diplomacy should be a pillar of Turkey’s grand strategy

Turkey’s space program has seen accelerated growth in the past few years. In 2024, it launched TÜRKSAT 6A, becoming the eleventh country in the world to manufacture its own geostationary communications satellite. Last year, Turkey also sent its...

Ranked: The World’s Largest Economies in 2026

Ranked: The World’s Largest Economies in 2026 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key...

Guyana to host Regional Anti-Doping Training

Guyana is set to host a major three-day regional training programme, in partnership with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), aimed at bolstering the Caribbean’s anti-doping efforts. The Caribbean Regional Anti-Doping Organisation (Caribbean...

South Sudan’s Blind Football team makes history with international debut

Author: Michael Daniel | Published: 5 hours ago Members of the South Sudan Blind Football Team train at the Dr. Biar Sport Centre in Juba ahead of their international debut at the IBSA Blind Football African Championship. (File Photo: Michael...

Beyond the grave: Even in death, Raila refuses to leave the stage

President William Ruto (third left) and Senegal’s President Basirou Diomaye Faye (left) during Mashujaa Day celebrations at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County, on October 20, 2025. [PCS] He may be six feet under, and the afterworld may already have...

Everton stance on Ivan Toney transfer after 'player's camp' hint at January swoop

Ivan Toney celebrates after scoring a goal during the Saudi Super Cup semi-final between Al-Qadsiah and Al-Ahli at the Hong Kong Stadium on August 20, 2025(Image: WUN SUEN/AFP via Getty Images) Everton are being linked with a sensational January...

Four Kenyan referees selected for AFCON 2025 in Morocco

Referee Peter Kamaku (second right) lead his team in Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards during FKF Premier League match at the Nyayo National stadium on April 21, 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya will be represented by four referees at the upcoming...

Senegalese Teen Goalkeeper Killed in Ghana After Fake Football Trial

A promising teenage footballer from Senegal has been found dead in Ghana after being deceived by people posing as club scouts The 18-year-old reportedly travelled across borders for football trials that turned out to be a deadly trap Authorities...