By Reuters Uganda’s Electoral Commission on Tuesday cleared octogenarian President Yoweri Museveni to seek reelection in polls due to be held early next year, which could extend his rule in the East African nation to nearly half a century. A former rebel, Museveni has been credited with stabilising Uganda, promoting economic growth, and combating HIV/AIDS.

By Anadolu Agency The price of gold rose by 0.7% on Monday, hitting a historic high of $3,719.95 as of 0630GMT as markets expect more rate cuts from the Fed. The price of gold hovered between $2,536.91-$3,719.95 during the last year. It gained 40.7% over the last 12 months. Read: Botswana signs $12B investment deal

A drone photo taken on Sept. 16, 2025 shows a view of the Qinzhou Port in Qinzhou City, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. As of August 2025, the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor has expanded its reach to 577 ports in 127 countries and regions, handling over 1,316 product categories. Photographer Zhang Ailin By

By Anadolu Agency President Donald Trump said Saturday that “bad things” will happen if Afghanistan does not give back control of the Bagram Air Base to the US. “If Afghanistan doesn’t give Bagram Airbase back to those that built it, the United States of America, BAD THINGS ARE GOING TO HAPPEN!!!” Trump wrote on his

U.S. President Donald Trump and President Tayyip Erdoğan shake hands at the end of a joint news conference at the White House in Washington, U.S., Nov.13, 2019. Credit Photo Reuters By Daily Sabah U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will host Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at the White House on Sept. 25, highlighting close

File Photo/Somali Times By The African Exponent Good governance is increasingly recognized as one of Africa’s most valuable assets. While natural resources and population strength shape economies, the ability of governments to manage public institutions and deliver services often determines long-term progress. The Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI), published annually, provides an independent measure of

By Anadolu Agency Britain’s King Charles and US President Donald Trump hailed the special relationship between their countries during speeches Wednesday at a state banquet at Windsor Castle. Charles opened his speech by expressing his pleasure in welcoming Trump to Windsor Castle on his historic second state visit to the UK. Highlighting the “unique and

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman receives Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 29, 2024. Saudi Press Agency/Handout via Reuters/File Photo By Reuters Saudi Arabia and nuclear-armed Pakistan signed a formal mutual defense pact on Wednesday, in a move that significantly strengthens a decades-long security partnership amid heightened regional tensions. The

Migrants attempting Atlantic crossing sits after Senegalese marines intercepted the vessel carrying 112 people, officials said, as it was brought ashore at Ouakam Beach in Dakar, Senegal September 16, 2025. Photographer Zohra Bensemra By Reuters Senegalese authorities intercepted 112 migrants aboard a long wooden fishing boat known as a pirogue off the coast of Dakar

By The African Exponent Africa now accounts for over 6% of global diabetes cases, despite the continent historically recording lower rates than Asia or the West. Rural populations are increasingly affected, with more than two-thirds of Africa’s diabetics undiagnosed, making prevalence higher than official figures. Several African nations, including Egypt, South Africa, and Tanzania, are