A US-backed peace initiative has reportedly prompted a sell-off of German arms manufacturers’ stocks Read Full Article at RT.com

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s State Minister for Defence has clarified that only government security forces have the legal authority to carry weapons, dismissing any suggestion that Al-Shabaab or clan-based militias are allowed to be armed. The statement followed widespread public backlash after comments he made were interpreted as legitimizing Al-Shabaab’s possession of weapons.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces have dismantled multiple explosive devices and militant checkpoints planted by Al-Shabaab on civilian roads near Afgooye in Lower Shabelle, officials said Monday, in a major operation aimed at securing public transport routes and disrupting the group’s financial networks.

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland authorities have imposed a nighttime curfew and tightened movement controls in areas surrounding the Baallade valley as part of a military operation to cut off supply routes to ISIS-linked militants active in the region.

Despite a global shift toward online professional networks, Malawi’s institutions and professionals remain largely offline. The country’s paltry LinkedIn presence – just 370,000 members in early 2025 – reflects a broader failure to embrace digital transformation. This inertia, spanning businesses, entrepreneurs and government alike, is stifling opportunities for jobs, learning and growth. Malawi’s digital disconnect […] The post Malawi’s LinkedIn Vacuum Is Holding Back Its Digital Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Delhi government issued advisory on Monday for 50 per cent on-site staff for offices to combat rising air pollution, following directions from the Commission for Air Quality Management. This measure aims to reduce exposure and vehicular emissions, with staggered timings already in effect for government offices until 2026.

Gurugram police have arrested two men in Hisar for allegedly recruiting and trafficking Indian nationals to Myanmar for cyber-fraud activities orchestrated by Chinese individuals. The accused, Sandeep and Mukul, were themselves repatriates who lured victims with job promises in Thailand, then forced them into criminal operations and extorted money. They earned commissions for their recruitment efforts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ayodhya on Tuesday to ceremonially hoist a saffron flag atop the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple, marking the formal completion of its construction. The ceremony, coinciding with auspicious dates, will see the PM visit various temple precincts before addressing a public gathering.

A six-year-old boy suffered horrific injuries, including a severed ear, after being mauled by a neighbor's pitbull in Delhi's Prem Nagar. The brutal attack, captured on CCTV, saw the dog lunge at the child while he was playing. The dog's owner has been arrested, and the boy is undergoing treatment.

Booth Level Officers in Kolkata protested against work-related stress during the special intensive revision of electoral rolls. The Chief Election Officer stated that District Magistrates have been asked to assist BLOs and investigate the deaths of four BLOs during the exercise. The protest highlights concerns over immense work pressure and its impact on BLOs' health.

The weather has been relatively calm in recent days, but changes are expected this week. A deep low-pressure system is forecast to cross the country on Thursday, and conditions may become severe—especially in Southeast and East Iceland.

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Tournament football, at youth level especially, is as much about learning composure and identity as it is about results. On a breezy afternoon in Addis Ababa, Somalia’s under-17 side, a team not traditionally associated with tactical refinement or tournament longevity, offered a glimpse of both. Their 3–0 victory over Rwanda did more than keep their CECAFA semifinal hopes alive; it hinted at a structure, a cohesion, a sense of purpose that has too often eluded Somali football at all levels.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Military Court is preparing a request to the Federal Parliament to lift the immunity of several lawmakers accused of supporting clan militias involved in deadly violence in Lower Shabelle, in what could mark a significant test of legal accountability for elected officials.

NAIROBI, Kenya (HOL) — Lawmakers from Kenya’s Northeastern region are renewing calls for the swift reopening of the Kenya–Somalia border, warning that the 14-year closure has crippled local economies, disrupted cross-border markets and intensified frustration among residents who rely on trade for their livelihoods.

The foreign ministries of China and Japan have clashed over UN Charter provisions referring to former Axis powers Read Full Article at RT.com

Foreign adversaries, including the US and Israel, have reportedly sought to assassinate Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Read Full Article at RT.com

A Pretoria official has said the G20 chairmanship handover to the US will “most likely” take place on Tuesday Read Full Article at RT.com

Sudan’s Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has rejected a US-backed peace proposal, calling it biased and dangerous Read Full Article at RT.com

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has expressed concern about the US military buildup near Venezuela and a potential conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

[ISS] At this week's Luanda summit, several thorny issues relating to the security partnership must be confronted head-on.

The Minister of Agriculture, Roza Mbilizi, has commended the Faizani Global Relief Foundation (FGRF) for donating various relief items, including 1,500 bags of flour to vulnerable households in Mangochi District. Mbilizi said many Malawians are currently facing severe food shortages, with some families going days without proper meals and the timely intervention by FGRF will […] The post Minister Mbilizi commends FGRF for supporting hunger-stricken families in Mangochi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mzuzu is boiling with frustration as the price of sugar — Malawi’s most basic household staple — has now shot past K5,000 per kilogram, leaving families shocked, helpless and angry. Many residents are openly wondering why government is watching from the terraces while prices skyrocket. And in the middle of the public anger, one name […] The post Malawians Cry For “A Vitumbiko Mumba Response” As Sugar Prices Soar Past K5,000 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has intensified its political assault on former Vice President Dr. Michael Usi, accusing him of blowing over K15 billion during his tenure and demanding that he be questioned for alleged abuse of office. But a Nyasa Times investigation, drawing from senior government insiders, official process records, and Treasury sources, reveals […] The post INVESTIGATION: The Inside Story Behind the K15 Billion Smear — How Usi Was Framed While State House Played a Different Game appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Kings Foundation Schools once again brought energy and excitement to Lilongwe as learners from across campuses converged for the annual Sports Day on 13 November 2025 at Nankhaka Stadium. The event featured a vibrant mix of sporting disciplines — football, netball, volleyball, relay races, sack races, tug of war, and even chess — showcasing the […] The post Kings Foundation Schools Lit Up Nankhaka Stadium with Annual Sports Day appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Civil Society Organizations under the National Advocacy Platform (NAP) have delivered their most ominous warning yet: Parliament will face fierce action if it dares to proceed with the controversial constitutional amendment handing MPs control of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). At a tense press briefing in Lilongwe on Monday, NAP Chairperson Benedicto Kondowe made it […] The post CSOs Issue Stark Warning: “Touch the CDF Bill and We Will Strike” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Walkers Social Club, a group of diverse professionals who walk every Saturday morning, will, in collaboration with the Queen Elizabeth Central hospital (QECH) Children’s Cancer Ward conduct a fun walk to raise funds for children suffering from cancer at the referral hospital. Paediatric Oncologist at QECH Dr Beatrice Chikaphonya Phiri said in an interview […] The post The Walkers in QECH Children’s Cancer fundraising walk Dec 6 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Bashir Sharriff and Sheila Chinkhandwe were crowned champions in the men’s and women’s divisions respectively; at the inaugural National Bank of Malawi plc (NBM) Seniors Golf Competition held at the Country Club Limbe on Saturday. With a handicap of 20, Sharriff topped the field with a gross score of 90 and a net 70 points, […] The post Sharriff, Chinkhandwe shine at NBM plc Seniors Golf Tourney   appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Leader of Opposition Simplex Chithyola Banda on Monday delivered one of the sharpest parliamentary critiques in recent memory, accusing Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamveka of presenting a mid-term budget review that “punishes, panics, and deceives,” while offering no real solutions for a collapsing economy. Speaking in the National Assembly, Chithyola described the budget as a desperate […] The post Chithyola Tears Into Mwanamveka’s Mid-term Budget: “A Punishment Blueprint that Strangles Malawians” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Jair Bolsonaro was recently detained after months under house arrest while appealing his 27-year sentence for plotting a coup in Brazil Read Full Article at RT.com

European Council President Antonio Costa said that such an issue concerns the European Union directly

Paula Pinho did not answer the question of why the European Commission would confiscate assets that violate all international norms, if the US proposal envisages «using the same money for the same purposes»

According to Sergey Mironov, European leaders and Vladimir Zelensky «are not oriented toward achieving a sustainable peace,» but rather want to prolong the conflict as much as possible and save the Kiev regime

Russian Federation Council Deputy Chairman Nikolay Zhuravlyov said that the visa-free regime decision is contributing to this

According to Nikolay Azarov, Europe’s proposal to set a cap on the Ukrainian armed forces at 800,000 troops «in peace time» cannot be implemented because Ukraine’s economy is unable to provide for such a big army

[Nile Post] Rwanda's foreign minister, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, has issued a strongly worded response to French President Emmanuel Macron, rejecting the assertion that M23 rebels and their allies are responsible for delays in reopening Goma International Airport.