Author: Oki Bin Oki

Mali’s military junta dissolved all political parties in the country amid a growing crackdown on dissent since the army seized power. “All meetings of members of political parties and organisations of a political character are dissolved across the national territory,” a statement read on state TV on Tuesday said. The decision was validated by military leader Assimi Goïta, who seized power after coups in 2020 and 2021 and is due to stay in power for at least another five years despite pledges to hold elections. The move is expected to spark fresh resistance by political parties who have been demanding…

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The way individuals in Europe view work and travel has changed as a result of the digital nomad lifestyle. Since computers are often used as offices and cafés as workspaces, keeping online is becoming a must rather than an option. Presenting the eSIM, a technical development that has completely changed how tourists keep their online identities when traveling across international boundaries. Since Europe eSIM is built right into your device, network switching may be done without requiring hardware changes, unlike traditional physical SIM cards that need to be swapped out and may result in the loss of small plastic bits.…

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As a follow-up of the recent State Visit to the People’s Republic of China, President William Ruto met Fuzhou Benny Tea Industries Chairman Zhang Chaobin on Tuesday to discuss ways of increasing access of Kenyan tea to the Chinese market., Benny Tea Industries ranks among the top three companies in China’s supply chain in tea production and retail. Various types of refined speciality teas are the core of Benny’s products. The engagement brought together stakeholders in the tea sector, including the Ministry of Agriculture, Kenya Tea Development Agency and the Kenya Tea Board. Focus on expansion of markets for Kenyan…

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Tanzanian authorities arrested a senior opposition official as he was departing for a political conference in Belgium, his party said on Tuesday, as fears grow of an escalating crackdown ahead of an October election. While President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who plans to seek reelection, says the government is committed to respecting human rights, a recent string of high-profile arrests has thrust her record into the spotlight. Amani Golugwa, a senior member of Tanzania’s main opposition CHADEMA party, was arrested at Julius Nyerere International Airport in the capital Dar es Salaam on Monday, his party wrote on X. Tanzanian police confirmed…

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The United Kingdom’s High Commission to Kenya set the record straight on the new immigration crackdown system as announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. On Monday, Starmer announced that the UK would take back control of its borders by terminating the “Britain’s open borders experiment.” He also announced that the UK would soon end the care worker Visa route to reduce dependence on foreigners, a move that raised concerns among Kenyans seeking jobs in the sector. The UK High Commission to Kenya has since clarified that Starmer’s changes, outlined in the immigration white paper, have yet to be implemented. The…

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Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled a new team promising “decisive action” on his ambitious economic agenda, amid a trade war with the US and President Donald Trump’s repeated remarks undermining Canada’s sovereignty. # The new cabinet of 28 ministers and 10 secretaries of state marks some significant changes, including a new foreign minister to handle the currently fraught US-Canada relationship. The reshuffle, two weeks after the election, brings a mix of familiar names as well as political newcomers – a team “purpose-built for this hinge moment”, Carney told reporters on Tuesday afternoon. “Canada’s new ministry is built to deliver…

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Kim Kardashian has given emotional testimony to a Paris court, telling judges she thought she was going to die at the hands of masked gunmen who stole millions of dollars of jewellery from her in a luxury hotel suite in 2016. The reality TV star and businesswoman – who was bound and had a gun held to her head during the ordeal – faced her alleged attackers for the first time while giving evidence in the case. Nine men and one woman are on trial for the armed burglary of £10m (£7.55m) worth of jewellery, including a diamond engagement ring…

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In recent years, the global cannabis landscape has shifted dramatically. Across North America, Europe, and parts of Africa, countries have moved to legalize or decriminalize cannabis, both for medical and recreational purposes. Africa is not exempt from this transformation, with nations like Lesotho, South Africa, and Malawi making headlines for their progressive cannabis policies. Now, Kenya finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with the question: could cannabis bring economic prosperity, or would it open the door to new social challenges? The Current Legal Landscape in Kenya Kenya’s stance on cannabis remains firmly prohibitionist. Under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances…

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In an era where digital is advancing, keyword research isn’t only about trying to find the highest volume search terms. The tactics that were effective in 2020, or even 2023, are quickly becoming obsolete — and for those interested in a competitive US market, adapting to the new marketing environment isn’t just the price of admission, it’s table stakes. Consumer’s behaviour changes, AI search engines are on the rise, and a more in-depth focus on user intent – it’s safe to say that keyword research in 2025 demands a new, analytical and user-centric direction. From Keyword to Conversation Search engines…

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For years, Bitcoin mining has been a world of high barriers—complex setups, costly equipment, and technical jargon that left most people on the sidelines. But what if we told you that all those obstacles could be wiped away, making Bitcoin mining accessible to anyone, anywhere, with just a few clicks? Introducing Miner Wars by GoMining—a game-changer in the world of crypto. No longer is Bitcoin mining reserved for the elite or those with hefty budgets. GoMining has taken the complexity out of mining, replacing the need for physical rigs and endless configurations with something far more exciting: Digital Miners. These…

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Japanese carmaker Nissan has said it will cut another 11,000 jobs globally and shut seven factories as it shakes up the business in the face of weak sales. Falling sales in China and heavy discounting in the US, its two biggest markets, have taken a heavy toll on earnings, while a proposed merger with Honda and Mitsubishi collapsed in February. The latest cutbacks bring the total number of layoffs announced by the company in the past year to about 20,000, or 15% of its workforce. It was not immediately clear where the job cuts will be made, or whether Nissan’s…

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The trial of American music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, who is accused of running a sprawling sex trafficking operation, has heard opening statements. The 55-year-old was arrested last September and faces charges including racketeering, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution. He could be sentenced to life in prison if convicted. Mr Combs has pleaded not guilty and denied all allegations against him. Dozens of prospective jurors were screened before being whittled down to 12 – and six alternates. The first week of testimony will include two witnesses who are expected to speak briefly, prosecutors said, followed by a…

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The United States and China announced Monday an agreement to drastically reduce tit-for-tat tariffs for 90 days, an outcome President Donald Trump dubbed a “total reset” as he said that talks with counterpart Xi Jinping could soon follow. After the first meetings between Washington and Beijing since Trump ratcheted up his trade war, the world’s two biggest economies agreed in a joint statement to bring their triple-digit tariffs down to two figures and continue negotiations. The announcement sent financial markets soaring after weeks of turmoil over tariff fears, with major Wall Street indexes surging. “Yesterday we achieved a total reset…

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Kenya and the Dominican Republic have signed a memorandum of understanding on the evacuation and repatriation of personnel serving in Haiti. This happened when Kenya’s foreign affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi met his Dominican Republic counterpart Roberto Álvarez in Santo Domingo. The delegations xplored key areas of mutual interest including trade, security, cultural exchange, and collaboration on the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti. “We signed important memoranda of understanding on the evacuation and repatriation of personnel serving in the mission, as well as diplomatic cooperation between our foreign service academies.” “Both countries committed to opening diplomatic missions in…

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Canadian rapper Tory Lanez was hospitalized after being stabbed in a physical altercation in a California state prison where he is serving a ten-year sentence for shooting fellow rapper Megan Thee Stallion in 2020. The altercation occurred Monday morning in the yard of the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi, a medium-security prison in Kern County. Sources close to the incident, including a law enforcement official, confirmed Lanez was attacked by another inmate and sustained injuries severe enough to require emergency medical transportation to a Bakersfield hospital. He remains under medical observation while officials investigate the motive and circumstances behind the…

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