Germaine Kwesi
California-USA, the city of Los Angeles remains on edge as protests over federal immigration enforcement have escalated into widespread unrest, prompting a controversial deployment of U.S. Marines and National Guard troops. The demonstrations, which began on 6 June, were initially peaceful but have since turned violent, with clashes between protesters and law enforcement intensifying across multiple districts.
Federal Response Sparks Outrage
President Donald Trump has defended his decision to send 2,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines into Los Angeles, arguing that the city was “under siege” and would have been “burning” without......
Germaine Kwesi
The feud between two of the world's most powerful men, Elon Musk and Donald Trump has taken a shocking turn as Musk claims that Trump appears in the infamous Epstein files. The explosive allegation comes amid their growing animosity, fuelled by political disagreements and financial tensions.
Advertisement
Musk, who once offered strategic support to Trump, has now launched a full-scale offensive, asserting that government documents prove Trump had connections to Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier accused of running an underground trafficking ring. However, Musk has failed to provide any evidence to substantiate his claim, leaving many questioning whether his......
Germaine Kwesi - Reporter |
The African nation of Chad has announced the suspension of visa issuance to U.S. citizens, responding to President Donald Trump’s recent travel ban targeting 12 foreign nations, including Chad. The decision, revealed by President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, underscores Chad’s stance on national dignity and reciprocity, rejecting what it perceives as an unjust policy.
Advertisement
President Trump’s latest travel ban, set to take effect on June 9, 2025, prohibits entry into the U.S. for nationals from Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Congo-Brazzaville, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen.......
By Esheru Kweku
U.S. President Donald Trump has one again ignited international controversy. Trump's administration has granted refugee status to a group of white South Africans, citing what he calls a genocide against Afrikaners in their home country. Meanwhile, his administration has ramped up deportations of non-white migrants, sending thousands back to the Global South.
Trump’s decision to fast-track white South African refugees comes as his administration continues to block asylum seekers and migrants from countries like Haiti, Venezuela, and Nicaragua. Critics argue that this policy prioritises race over humanitarian need, with Trump’s allies claiming that......
BY ESHERU KWEKU
In a world where political leaders often face scrutiny and opposition, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the President of Burkina Faso, has emerged as a figure of resilience and defiance against imperialism and neo-colonialism. Traoré's leadership has sparked a global movement, with supporters rallying across continents standing in solidarity with his vision for a sovereign and self-determined Africa. From the streets of London to the Caribbean islands, this wave of support for Traoré is growing stronger, reflecting a shared desire for justice and autonomy.
Advertisement
Since assuming leadership in September 2022, President Traoré has championed......
BY ESHERU KWEKU
In a move that has sparked outrage among activists and Pan-African supporters, Nigerian authorities have cracked down on demonstrations in support of Burkina Faso’s leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré. The Department of State Services arrested Marxist activist and leader of the Talakawa Parliament, Comrade Kola Edokpayi, in Benin City, Edo State, over his involvement in organizing a Pan-African solidarity rally.
Advertisement
Captain Ibrahim Traoré, who assumed power in Burkina Faso in September 2022, has gained widespread support across Africa for his revolutionary leadership and strong stance against foreign interference. His policies advocating......
BY ESHERU KEWKU
In the heart of West Africa, a young and dynamic and fearless leader has emerged, captivating the continent and the world with his bold vision and transformative leadership. Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the President of Burkina Faso, has become a symbol of hope, resilience, and sovereignty, not just for his nation but as a blueprint for Africa as a whole. At just 37 years old, Traoré is rewriting the narrative of African leadership, challenging entrenched systems, and inspiring a generation to dream of a self-reliant and a united continent.
Traoré's rise to power in September 2022 came at a time of profound instability in Burkina Faso. The country was......
BY ESHERU KWEKU
Trump's relentless suggestion of Canada becoming a part of the United States continues to spark outrage with citizens across the Independent Commonwealth nation.
In a move that has left political analysts and citizens scratching their heads, President Donald Trump has once again stirred controversy by suggesting that Canada should become the 51st state of the United States. The remarks, made during a recent rally, have been met with widespread condemnation from Canadian leaders and citizens, who view the proposal as both arrogant and dismissive of Canada’s sovereignty.
Advertisement
Prime Minister Mark Carney responded swiftly, stating, “Canada is a proud,......
BY ESHERU KWEKU
The descendants of those marked for death by starvation are now using starvation as a weapon against a defenceless population as history repeats itself.
As the world reflected on the 80th anniversary of the British liberation of Bergen-Belsen—a Nazi concentration camp where starvation was wielded as a tool of genocide—a haunting parallel is unfolding in Gaza. For weeks, the besieged territory has been suffocating under Israel’s blockade, which has choked off food, fuel, and medical supplies to its 2.3 million residents. The harrowing echoes of the past are undeniable.
Since the 2nd of March 2025 Israel hasn’t allowed any humanitarian aid to enter......
BY ESHERU KWEKU
Pope Francis, the beloved leader of the Catholic Church, passed away at the age of 88 on Easter Monday, just hours after meeting US Vice President JD Vance. The Vatican confirmed his death early Monday morning, marking the end of a transformative papacy that spanned over a decade.
The meeting between Pope Francis and Vice President Vance took place on Easter Sunday at the Vatican. Despite his frail health, the Pope emerged from convalescence to greet thousands of faithful in St Peter's Square before briefly meeting Vance. During their encounter, the pontiff gifted Vance chocolate Easter eggs for his children, along with rosaries and a Vatican tie. Vance expressed gratitude......
