Henry Wesley

Henry Wesley

Foreign Correspondent based in Johannesburg
292 Articles

Uganda Cracks Down on Anti-Corruption Protests

Kampala – Ugandan authorities have arrested 104 people during anti-corruption protests that erupted earlier this week, sparking international condemnation. The…

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France Silent on Algeria’s Anger Over Sahara Issue

Paris – The French government has declined to comment on Algeria’s strong condemnation of its recent recognition of Morocco’s autonomy…

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Algeria Denounces France’s Support for Morocco in Western Sahara Dispute

Algiers – Algeria has strongly condemned France's new stance on the disputed Western Sahara territory, accusing Paris of recognizing Moroccan…

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Dangote Refinery Faces Reselling Allegations

London/Brussels, July 26 – Nigeria’s mega-refinery, the brainchild of billionaire Aliko Dangote, is facing fresh scrutiny after allegations surfaced that…

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EU Blacklists Congo Rebels for Human Rights Abuses

Brussels, July 26 – The European Union on Friday imposed sanctions on nine individuals and one entity linked to ongoing…

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Dozens Killed in Yemen Shipwreck

Dubai – At least 41 refugees are feared dead after their boat capsized off Yemen's coast on Wednesday night, the…

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Tinubu Denies Manipulation in Reforms, Warns Against Protests

Abuja, Nigeria - President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has dismissed concerns of manipulation by any interest group in his administration's…

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Zambia Eyes Gold at Paris Olympics

Paris, France – Zambia’s Minister of Youth, Sport and Arts, Elvis Nkandu, has expressed unwavering confidence in the country’s Olympic…

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Ruto Appoints Opposition to Cabinet Facing Corruption Claims

Kenyan President William Ruto has appointed four members of the main opposition party to his new cabinet, aiming to create…

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Senegal Faces Birth Certificate Registration Crisis

Dakar, Senegal – Tens of thousands of Senegalese children are facing an uncertain future due to a widespread lack of…

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Meta Unveils Powerful New AI Model to Challenge Tech Giants

Menlo Park, California – Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has thrown its hat into the increasingly competitive AI…

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African Development Bank Boosts Resources for Continent’s Growth

Accra, Ghana - The African Development Bank (AfDB) is making significant strides in mobilizing financial resources to meet Africa's growing…

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Trump Criticizes Biden’s Fitness After 2024 Withdrawal

Former US President Donald Trump criticized President Joe Biden’s fitness for office following Biden’s announcement of his withdrawal from the…

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Sudan Civilians Bear Brunt of Brutal Conflict, MSF Warns

Amman, Jordan - July 22nd - Sudanese civilians are caught in the crossfire of a brutal conflict, enduring horrific violence…

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DR Congo Accuses Uganda of Backing Rebel Group

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has summoned Uganda's most senior diplomat in the country, accusing Uganda's military of supporting…

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