Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali police on Thursday seized a shipping container filled with dangerous narcotics at Mogadishu’s main seaport, marking the second major drug interception at the facility in less than two months. Authorities said the operation was part of a wider national effort to dismantle trafficking networks that have flooded Somali markets with illicit pharmaceuticals.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The number of Somalis using the internet has climbed to 10.7 million in 2025, more than half the population, according to new government data. Officials say the rollout of Starlink’s satellite internet in August and a new national digital strategy are driving momentum toward greater connectivity.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The number of Somalis using the internet has climbed to 10.7 million in 2025, more than half the population, according to new government data. Officials say the rollout of Starlink’s satellite internet in August and a new national digital strategy are driving momentum toward greater connectivity.

Yury Ushakov noted that a lot of information was passed during the conversation

In Anna Paulina Luna's opinion, Western attempts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine through military means «will only lead to an irreversible escalation»

«The leaders agreed that the two countries’ officials would immediately start working on issues related to preparations for a summit, which can be held in Budapest, for instance,» Yuri Ushakov noted

«Both sides spoke about the deep mutual sympathies of the peoples of both countries, which were clearly manifested during the Second World War,» Yuri Ushakov said

Yuri Ushakov noted that «in these conditions, the Kiev regime is resorting to terrorist methods, striking civilian targets and energy facilities»

George Abaraonye sparked outrage last month by posting social media messages appearing to approve of the violence against the US influencer.

Slovak PM Robert Fico tells the EU to focus on internal crises instead of prioritizing Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

The US has slipped in the world’s most powerful passports rating after countries imposed visa requirements in response to Trump’s policies Read Full Article at RT.com

The US and Russian presidents held a lengthy phone call on Thursday Read Full Article at RT.com

Hungary is ready to host a meeting between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, Prime Minister Viktor Orban has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Diana Sosoaca has praised RT for bringing “freedom of expression” despite Western censorship and sanctions Read Full Article at RT.com

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The government closure is driven by partisan fury and a fight over who controls government. That could make it harder to resolve.

Vladimir Tarabrin recalled that the decision on attribution was «pushed through by a vote,» leading to the creation of the Investigation and Identification Team, whose activities «have nothing to do» with a professional investigation into the use of chemical weapons

Ali Larijani conveyed to the Russian leader a message from the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic Ali Khamenei

European Commissioner for Defense Andrius Kubilius stressed that the EC intends to use this money for Ukraine's military needs

Fernando Haddad noted that the sides had opened up a path to warming relations by separating the political aspect from the economic one

Alexander Dyukov explained that the industry had succeeded in creating an effective management system for ensuring technological sovereignty in recent years

There has been much noise lately about President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s proposal to use a US$500 million Letter of Credit (LC) to address Malawi’s fuel shortage. Some have gone as far as asking, “Where will the forex come from if our reserves are empty?” It’s a fair question — but it also reveals a deep […] The post ALFRED GANGATA: Why APM Letter Of Credit Plan Is Smart Economics — Not Wishful Thinking appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The debate between Eisenhower Mkaka and Alfred Gangata over President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s proposed US$500 million Letter of Credit (LC) to resolve Malawi’s persistent fuel crisis is not merely a disagreement about finance — it’s a battle between technical orthodoxy and strategic pragmatism. Both men approach the subject from different vantage points: Mkaka as a banking […] The post A Clash Between Technical Prudence and Strategic Vision: Mkaka vs. Gangata on Letters of Credit and Malawi’s Fuel Plan appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As dawn breaks over Visepo Village in Mpherembe, Mzimba District, the laughter of children mingles with the rhythmic sounds of farmers tending their fields. Once haunted by hunger and despair, the community now hums with energy, pride, and the sweet scent of freshly harvested maize. It’s a striking transformation for a village that, just five […] The post From Hunger to Harvest: How One Village Defied Malnutrition and Reaped Hope appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Capital Bank (FCB) says is it committed to empowering women in Malawi by supporting initiatives that promote their health and business growth, which are key areas that significantly impact women’s lives and development. The Bank’s position was made clear during a High Tea Party event in Lilongwe on Wednesday, held in partnership with Umodzi […] The post FCB, Umodzi Park partner to celebrate and empower women appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Members of Timverane Club, a grouping of Tobacco farmers in the country, can now afford a smile after emerging winners of the FCB Kupha Makwacha Promotion grand prize. The Club won a brand-new motorcycle through a grand draw the Bank conducted on Monday in Blantyre. The promotion, which started in May and ended in August, targeted tobacco […] The post Timverane Club shines in FCB Kupha Makwacha promo appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

[New Times] The death of former Prime Minister of Kenya, Raila Odinga, has drawn condolences from across the country and the Kenyan diaspora.

[New Times] Rwanda Correctional Service on Wednesday, October 15, received a delegation from the Residual Special Court for Sierra Leone, who were in the country to review the progress of a 2009 agreement, which saw people convicted by the court transferred to Rwanda to serve their sentences.

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