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Behind Putin’s Regional Tour: Rhetoric, Resolve, and the Kremlin’s Public Relations Push

NOVOSIBIRSK— Russian President Vladimir Putin projected an unyielding stance during a recent public engagement, declaring that he has "never been afraid of anything" as he continues a high-visibility tour across Russia.

Editorial Desk Aug 12, 2026 40
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AU Peace & Security Council Meets as Political Transitions and Security Challenges Deepen in Burkina Faso and Niger

ADDIS ABABA — The African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) met on July 27, 2026, to evaluate the political transitions and worsening security dynamics across the Central Sahel, focusing specifically on Burkina Faso and Niger.

EQUATOR DESK Jul 27, 2026 53
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The Moses Ali, Uganda’s veteran general and politician, has died.

According to The EastAfrican, Gen. Moses Ali passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Nakasero Hospital in Kampala at the age of 87. He was a prominent figure in Ugandan military and political life for decades

EQUATOR@newsreporter Jul 22, 2026 87
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The president of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni Passes Out Over 11,000 UPDF and Central African Republic Recruits at Kaweweta

President Museveni Passes Out 11,948 Troops at Kaweweta, Including CAR Contingent | Equator Voice Africa

Equator Desk Jul 11, 2026 62
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Mogadishu Restores Order After Constitutional Clashes

The violent escalation—the deadliest political gridlock to paralyze the capital in years—was directly ignited by a deep-seated constitutional standoff over President

EQUATOR@newsreporter Jun 07, 2026 15
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FALLOUT: BBC Details Dramatic Ouster of Uganda's Speaker Anita Among Amid Sweeping Anti-Corruption Raids

The Illicit Trails: Smuggled Luxury Assets and Parliament Bank Account

EQUATOR@newsreporter Jun 01, 2026 22
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Freshly elected Amuria MP still detained after arrest at former Speaker Among’s home

Ms Etilu recently won the Amuria District seat, succeeding Suzan Amero, who stepped down after serving three consecutive terms since 2011.

EQUATOR@newsreporter May 30, 2026 12
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SSENYONYI RETAINED AS LEADER OF OPPOSITION AS NUP UNVEILS INCLUSIVE 30-MEMBER SHADOW CABINET

KAMPALA — Just days after the official commencement of Uganda’s 12th Parliament, the leading opposition party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), has firmly reappointed Hon. Joel Ssenyonyi as the Leader of the Opposition (LOP) for the 2026–2031 legislative term.

EQUATOR@newsreporter May 28, 2026 16
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MUSEVENI UNVEILS 2026-2031 CABINET: STRATEGIC SHIFTS AND CORE RETENTIONS SIGNAL CONTINUITY

KAMPALA — Following his swearing-in for a historic new term earlier this month, President Yoweri Museveni has officially announced his much-anticipated Cabinet lineup for the 2026–2031 legislative term. The new structure, unveiled by State House late Tuesday night, strikes a calculated balance between bedrock stability and targeted institutional shake-ups designed to tackle emerging domestic pressures.

EQUATOR@newsreporter May 28, 2026 12
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A New Era at Kololo: Jacob Oboth-Oboth Sworn In as Speaker of the 12th Parliament

The gates of the 12th Parliament of Uganda have officially swung open, bringing with them a sweeping change in legislative leadership. In a highly anticipated first plenary sitting presided over by Chief Justice Flavian Zeija at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth was decisively elected as the new Speaker of Parliament, securing a commanding 441 votes.

Uganda parliament news May 25, 2026 13
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A New Legislative Era: Jacob Oboth-Oboth Voted Speaker of Uganda’s 12th Parliament

Oboth-Oboth’s path to the prestigious head of the August House became highly visible following rapid structural realignments within the ruling political apparatus. The MP for West Budama Central, who previously served with distinction as the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, managed to secure overwhelming backing ahead of the vote floor.

EQUATOR@newsreporter May 25, 2026 25
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How Closed Primaries Are Breaking American Politics

As independent voters become America’s largest political bloc, both parties are tightening control over who gets to choose nominees and who gets pushed out.

EQUATOR@reporter May 23, 2026 13