South Sudan Court Declares Jurisdiction Over Riek Machar’s Trial Amid Rising Tensions

A special court in South Sudan has ruled that it has the jurisdiction to prosecute suspended Vice-President Riek Machar and seven co-accused on charges of murder, treason, and crimes against humanity. The court’s decision, delivered on Monday, dismissed all objections by Machar’s legal team, including arguments that the proceedings were…

Kalonzo Musyoka Hints at Party Restructure, Offers Babu Owino Top Leadership Role

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has revealed plans to restructure his party and hinted at offering Embakasi East MP Babu Owino a top leadership position. Speaking on Monday, September 29, 2025, Kalonzo responded to Babu Owino’s public endorsement of his 2027 presidential bid, confirming that Wiper is amending its constitution…

Ndia MP George Kariuki Slams Rigathi Gachagua, Urges Mt. Kenya to Reject Divisive Politics

Ndia Member of Parliament George Kariuki has launched a scathing attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of advancing “selfish and divisive politics” in the Mt. Kenya region. Speaking at St. Philip’s ACK Baricho on Sunday, September 28, 2025, Kariuki dismissed Gachagua as “an uncivilised man who cannot…

Colombian President Gustavo Petro Denounces US Visa Revocation Amid Israel-Gaza Dispute

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has sharply criticized Washington after the United States revoked his visa, accusing the Biden administration of undermining international law in response to his outspoken condemnation of Israel’s war in Gaza. “I no longer have a visa to travel to the United States. I don’t care. I…