Parts of Guinea's capital Conakry were on lockdown as civil society and opposition groups protested the junta's missed deadline to launch a return to democracy.

In his New Year's message, Colonel Mamady Doumbouya indicated that a decree for a constitutional referendum would be signed to launch the democratic process, without committing to a date.

Activists and opposition groups condemned the announcement as a ploy to prolong his military rule.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Austin Aigbe, an Advocacy Officer and ECOWAS Liaison Lead, at West Africa Democracy Solidarity Network (WADEMOS).

Parts of Guinea's capital Conakry were on lockdown as civil society and opposition groups protested the junta's missed deadline to launch a return to democracy.
In his New Year's message, Colonel Mamady Doumbouya indicated that a decree for a constitutional referendum would be signed to launch the democratic process, without committing to a date.
Activists and opposition groups condemned the announcement as a ploy to prolong his military rule.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Austin Aigbe, an Advocacy Officer and ECOWAS Liaison Lead, at West Africa Democracy Solidarity Network (WADEMOS).

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Civil society and opposition groups protest in Guinea over the missed deadline to launch a return to democracy

The Benin Writers Society is set to celebrate creativity and literary expression as it showcases local talent on World Poetry Day 2026.

The event will highlight the work of poets and writers, offering a platform to promote literature, preserve culture, and amplify diverse voices through poetry.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Douglas Obankwa from the Benin Writers Society to tell us more..

The Benin Writers Society is set to celebrate creativity and literary expression as it showcases local talent on World Poetry Day 2026.
The event will highlight the work of poets and writers, offering a platform to promote literature, preserve culture, and amplify diverse voices through poetry.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Douglas Obankwa from the Benin Writers Society to tell us more..

Benin Writers Society celebrates creativity and literary expression as it showcases local talent on World Poetry Day 2026

The Kenyan government says it will grant amnesty to Kenyans who illegally joined Russian military operations in Ukraine after Moscow agreed to stop recruiting Kenyan nationals.

Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs Minister Musalia Mudavadi said the decision followed diplomatic consultations in Moscow with Sergey Lavrov, Russia's foreign minister, during an official visit from March 15 to March 18.

The talks addressed the growing number of Kenyan nationals recruited to fight for Russia in the conflict with Ukraine, a development Nairobi said was facilitated through irregular and potentially exploitative channels.

Kenyan legal expert Areba Omwonyo Samba spoke to Nhlanhla Mahlangu....

The Kenyan government says it will grant amnesty to Kenyans who illegally joined Russian military operations in Ukraine after Moscow agreed to stop recruiting Kenyan nationals.
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs Minister Musalia Mudavadi said the decision followed diplomatic consultations in Moscow with Sergey Lavrov, Russia's foreign minister, during an official visit from March 15 to March 18.
The talks addressed the growing number of Kenyan nationals recruited to fight for Russia in the conflict with Ukraine, a development Nairobi said was facilitated through irregular and potentially exploitative channels.
Kenyan legal expert Areba Omwonyo Samba spoke to Nhlanhla Mahlangu....

Kenyan government will grant amnesty to Kenyans who illegally joined Russian military operations in Ukraine

There are growing calls in Nigeria for a major overhaul of the country's policing system, as insecurity continues to rise.

Experts and stakeholders are advocating for a shift from a force-based model to a more community-oriented approach, one that builds trust, improves accountability, and strengthens relationships between the police and the public.

Key proposals include the introduction of state policing, better training and welfare for officers, and the use of technology to curb brutality and rebuild confidence in law enforcement.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Frank Tietie, a legal expert and social justice advocate in Nigeria...

There are growing calls in Nigeria for a major overhaul of the country's policing system, as insecurity continues to rise.
Experts and stakeholders are advocating for a shift from a force-based model to a more community-oriented approach, one that builds trust, improves accountability, and strengthens relationships between the police and the public.
Key proposals include the introduction of state policing, better training and welfare for officers, and the use of technology to curb brutality and rebuild confidence in law enforcement.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Frank Tietie, a legal expert and social justice advocate in Nigeria...

Civil society and opposition groups protest in Guinea over the missed deadline to launch a return to democracy

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