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

By Anadolu Agency Washington and Doha are close to finalizing an enhanced defense cooperation agreement, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday. “We have a close partnership with the Qataris,” Rubio told reporters before departing Tel Aviv for Doha. “In fact, we have an enhanced defense cooperation agreement, which we’ve been working on,

Photo/Somali Times Somalia corrupt President Hassan Sheikh arrived in Doha, the capital of Qatar, today will attend the Arab-Islamic Summit to be held in the city. Read: Somalia at risk of reimposition of UN arms embargo Read: Somalia is the number 1 country for corruption Read: Why is Somalia an unfortunate country Read: Puntland says

Members of the campaign group, Stand Up to Racism, demonstrate against a rally organised by the British anti-immigration activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, in London, Britain, September 13, 2025. Photographer Chris J. Ratcliffe By Reuters More than 100,000 protesters marched through central London on Saturday, carrying flags of England and Britain and

Gifted child Aiden Wilkins. Credit Photo: ABC7 By Face2Face Africa t just 9 years old, Aiden Wilkins is sure of what he wants to do when he grows up. The gifted boy from Collegeville, Pennsylvania, said he wants to be a Pediatric Neurosurgeon, and he is already working towards that. Wilkins is currently a high

U.S. President Donald Trump (R) welcomes visiting South Korean President Lee Jae-myung (C) at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, on Aug. 25, 2025. Photographer Hu Yousong By Xinhua News Agency U.S. immigration authorities detained more than 300 South Korean workers at a battery plant in Georgia last week during a criminal