https://wagaana.com Latest news and updates from WAGAANA. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:11:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wagaana.com/article/inside-the-andrew-tate-newsletters-allegations-of-legal-overreach-solitary-confinement-and-systemic-corruption Wagaana Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:15:51 +0000 Politics art-1791216951229 An in-depth examination of Andrew Tate’s recent newsletter messages, focusing on his critiques of legal systems, claims of secret evidence, and warnings regarding pre-trial detention. An in-depth examination of Andrew Tate’s recent newsletter messages, focusing on his critiques of legal systems, claims of secret evidence, and warnings regarding pre-trial detention. Inside the Andrew Tate Newsletters: Allegations of Legal Overreach, Solitary Confinement, and Systemic Corruption https://wagaana.com/article/fbi-arrests-california-realtor-at-lax-accused-of-acting-as-unregistered-chinese-agent-and-surveilling-taiwan-presidents-family-on-us-soil Wagaana Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:02:31 +0000 Politics art-1791216151308 Wanying “Heather” Zhang, 34, of Irvine, California, was arrested by the FBI at Los Angeles International Airport while attempting to board a flight to Shanghai. She is charged with acting as an unregistered agent of the People’s Republic of China after allegedly photographing and filming the son of Taiwan’s president and his family in the Seattle area in 2025. Wanying “Heather” Zhang, 34, of Irvine, California, was arrested by the FBI at Los Angeles International Airport while attempting to board a flight to Shanghai. She is charged with acting as an unregistered agent of the People’s Republic of China after allegedly photographing and filming the son of Taiwan’s president and his family in the Seattle area in 2025. FBI Arrests California Realtor at LAX Accused of Acting as Unregistered Chinese Agent and Surveilling Taiwan President’s Family on U.S. Soil https://wagaana.com/article/russia-quarantines-hundreds-after-lab-worker-dies-of-mysterious-pneumonia-at-siberian-plague-institute-lab-leak-rumors-swirl-amid-official-denials Wagaana Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:49:45 +0000 Politics art-1791215385184 Russian authorities have placed nearly 200 people under medical observation and quarantined hospitals in Siberia after a 28-year-old lab technician at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute died of pneumonia of unknown origin. Unconfirmed reports claim a broken test tube containing plague bacteria; officials deny a lab accident or plague infection as the US and Europe monitor the situation. Russian authorities have placed nearly 200 people under medical observation and quarantined hospitals in Siberia after a 28-year-old lab technician at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute died of pneumonia of unknown origin. Unconfirmed reports claim a broken test tube containing plague bacteria; officials deny a lab accident or plague infection as the US and Europe monitor the situation. Russia Quarantines Hundreds After Lab Worker Dies of Mysterious Pneumonia at Siberian Plague Institute – Lab Leak Rumors Swirl Amid Official Denials https://wagaana.com/article/global-oil-stockpiles-turn-scarily-thin-amid-us-iran-war-aramco-warning-g7-releases-and-trumps-export-decisions-reshape-energy-markets Wagaana Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:35:22 +0000 Politics art-1791214522319 Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser warns global oil inventories are "scarily thin" after months of US-Iran conflict disrupting the Strait of Hormuz. Explore the crisis details, G7 stockpile releases, Trump’s considered diesel export limits, impacts on Latin America including Colombia under Petro, and what it means for energy security in 2026. Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser warns global oil inventories are "scarily thin" after months of US-Iran conflict disrupting the Strait of Hormuz. Explore the crisis details, G7 stockpile releases, Trump’s considered diesel export limits, impacts on Latin America including Colombia under Petro, and what it means for energy security in 2026. Global Oil Stockpiles Turn "Scarily Thin" Amid US-Iran War: Aramco Warning, G7 Releases, and Trump’s Export Decisions Reshape Energy Markets https://wagaana.com/article/all-senior-six-vacists-to-undergo-six-month-patriotism-and-ideological-training-at-kyankwanzis-national-leadership-institute Wagaana Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:19:35 +0000 Lifestyle art-1791213575876 Government of Uganda announces mandatory six-month patriotism and ideological training for all Senior Six vacists at NALI Kyankwanzi in 2026. Details on the programme, constitutional basis, curriculum, reactions, and National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps plans. Government of Uganda announces mandatory six-month patriotism and ideological training for all Senior Six vacists at NALI Kyankwanzi in 2026. Details on the programme, constitutional basis, curriculum, reactions, and National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps plans. All Senior Six Vacists to Undergo Six-Month Patriotism and Ideological Training at Kyankwanzi’s National Leadership Institute https://wagaana.com/article/china-closes-record-670-banks-in-2025-beijings-massive-rural-banking-consolidation-amid-economic-slowdown Wagaana Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:05:31 +0000 Business art-1791212731745 China shuttered a record 670 banks in 2025—mostly weak rural lenders—through mergers and absorptions, reducing its banking sector by nearly a quarter over four years. Explore the drivers, risks, and implications of Beijing’s financial system restructuring as growth slows and property woes persist. China shuttered a record 670 banks in 2025—mostly weak rural lenders—through mergers and absorptions, reducing its banking sector by nearly a quarter over four years. Explore the drivers, risks, and implications of Beijing’s financial system restructuring as growth slows and property woes persist. China Closes Record 670 Banks in 2025: Beijing’s Massive Rural Banking Consolidation Amid Economic Slowdown https://wagaana.com/article/trump-pledges-5000-dividend-to-every-adult-us-citizen-if-republicans-win-2026-midterms Wagaana Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:40:55 +0000 Politics art-1791049255875 President Donald Trump has promised $5,000 payments to all adult US citizens if Republicans retain control of both the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections. Details on the proposal, estimated cost, and feasibility. President Donald Trump has promised $5,000 payments to all adult US citizens if Republicans retain control of both the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections. Details on the proposal, estimated cost, and feasibility. Trump Pledges $5,000 “Dividend” to Every Adult US Citizen If Republicans Win 2026 Midterms https://wagaana.com/article/dangote-east-africa-refinery-a-new-chapter-in-africas-push-for-energy-self-sufficiency Wagaana Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:07:20 +0000 Politics art-1791047240579 The Dangote East Africa Refinery in Lamu, Kenya, a $16 billion project designed to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day, advances Africa’s energy independence and industrial ambitions following its groundbreaking. The Dangote East Africa Refinery in Lamu, Kenya, a $16 billion project designed to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day, advances Africa’s energy independence and industrial ambitions following its groundbreaking. Dangote East Africa Refinery: A New Chapter in Africa’s Push for Energy Self-Sufficiency https://wagaana.com/article/uganda-airlines-secures-254-of-entebbe-passenger-market-share Wagaana Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:31:37 +0000 Politics art-1791034297108 Uganda Airlines has captured 25.38% of passenger traffic at Entebbe International Airport, according to official parliamentary figures. Details on growth, operations, fleet, and expansion plans for the national carrier. Uganda Airlines has captured 25.38% of passenger traffic at Entebbe International Airport, according to official parliamentary figures. Details on growth, operations, fleet, and expansion plans for the national carrier. Uganda Airlines Secures 25.4% of Entebbe Passenger Market Share https://wagaana.com/article/president-ruto-announces-ksh75-billion-for-3000-affordable-houses-in-lamu-to-support-dangote-east-africa-refinery Wagaana Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:37:47 +0000 News art-1791031067288 Kenyan President William Ruto unveils an additional KSh7.5 billion investment for 3,000 housing units under the Affordable Housing Programme in Lamu County ahead of the Dangote East Africa Refinery development. Details on the project and related initiatives. Kenyan President William Ruto unveils an additional KSh7.5 billion investment for 3,000 housing units under the Affordable Housing Programme in Lamu County ahead of the Dangote East Africa Refinery development. Details on the project and related initiatives. President Ruto Announces KSh7.5 Billion for 3,000 Affordable Houses in Lamu to Support Dangote East Africa Refinery https://wagaana.com/article/ugandas-gen-muhoozi-kainerugaba-backs-rutos-2027-re-election-names-moses-wetangula-his-mutume-in-kenya Wagaana Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:25:04 +0000 Politics art-1791030304925 Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba endorses Kenyan President William Ruto’s second-term bid and appoints National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula as his “Mutume” in Kenya. Full details on the X post and regional reactions. Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba endorses Kenyan President William Ruto’s second-term bid and appoints National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula as his “Mutume” in Kenya. Full details on the X post and regional reactions. Uganda’s Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba Backs Ruto’s 2027 Re-Election, Names Moses Wetang’ula His “Mutume” in Kenya https://wagaana.com/article/tanzanian-president-samia-suluhu-mourns-zimbabwean-tycoon-wicknell-chivayo-after-fatal-helicopter-crash-in-marondera Wagaana Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:01:45 +0000 Politics art-1791028905326 Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan expresses deep sorrow over the death of Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, his wife Lucy Muteke, and three others in a September 30, 2026 helicopter crash near Marondera. Details on the tragedy, Chivayo’s life, and regional tributes. Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan expresses deep sorrow over the death of Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, his wife Lucy Muteke, and three others in a September 30, 2026 helicopter crash near Marondera. Details on the tragedy, Chivayo’s life, and regional tributes. Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Mourns Zimbabwean Tycoon Wicknell Chivayo After Fatal Helicopter Crash in Marondera https://wagaana.com/article/musevenis-birthday-reflections-how-a-kenyan-tip-exposed-ugandas-costly-fuel-middlemen-deal-and-led-to-major-savings-with-vitol Wagaana Mon, 21 Sep 2026 20:56:50 +0000 Politics art-1790024210644 In his 82nd birthday reflections, President Yoweri Museveni detailed how Kenyan politician Cyrus Jirongo alerted him in 2019 that Uganda was buying petroleum products through middlemen. The revelation eventually led to a direct bulk-supply deal with Vitol in 2023, delivering significant price reductions on diesel, petrol and aviation fuel, with support from Kenya’s President Ruto. In his 82nd birthday reflections, President Yoweri Museveni detailed how Kenyan politician Cyrus Jirongo alerted him in 2019 that Uganda was buying petroleum products through middlemen. The revelation eventually led to a direct bulk-supply deal with Vitol in 2023, delivering significant price reductions on diesel, petrol and aviation fuel, with support from Kenya’s President Ruto. Museveni’s Birthday Reflections: How a Kenyan Tip Exposed Uganda’s Costly Fuel Middlemen Deal and Led to Major Savings with Vitol https://wagaana.com/article/museveni-mourns-kenyan-politician-cyrus-jirongo-says-he-only-just-learned-of-his-death-nine-months-later Wagaana Mon, 21 Sep 2026 20:42:15 +0000 Politics art-1790023335141 Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has expressed sadness at the death of former Kenyan MP and minister Cyrus Jirongo, stating he was not aware the politician had died in a December 2025 road accident until recently. Museveni described Jirongo as a good and patriotic leader. Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has expressed sadness at the death of former Kenyan MP and minister Cyrus Jirongo, stating he was not aware the politician had died in a December 2025 road accident until recently. Museveni described Jirongo as a good and patriotic leader. Museveni Mourns Kenyan Politician Cyrus Jirongo, Says He Only Just Learned of His Death Nine Months Later https://wagaana.com/article/sheikh-ahmed-bin-rashid-al-maktoum-younger-brother-of-dubai-ruler-passes-away-at-76-dubai-declares-10-days-of-mourning Wagaana Mon, 21 Sep 2026 20:19:00 +0000 Politics art-1790021940099 Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the younger brother of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai and UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, has died at the age of 76. Dubai has announced a 10-day official mourning period with flags at half-mast. Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the younger brother of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai and UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, has died at the age of 76. Dubai has announced a 10-day official mourning period with flags at half-mast. Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Younger Brother of Dubai Ruler, Passes Away at 76 — Dubai Declares 10 Days of Mourning https://wagaana.com/article/gen-muhoozi-kainerugaba-announces-new-name-muhoozi-kainerugaba-museveni-mkm Wagaana Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:51:40 +0000 Politics art-1789919500158 Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has announced that from now on his name is Muhoozi Kainerugaba Museveni, abbreviated as MKM. The declaration was made in a brief post on his official X account. Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has announced that from now on his name is Muhoozi Kainerugaba Museveni, abbreviated as MKM. The declaration was made in a brief post on his official X account. Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba Announces New Name: Muhoozi Kainerugaba Museveni (MKM) https://wagaana.com/article/somali-air-force-hosts-high-level-pakistani-air-defence-delegation-in-mogadishu-to-deepen-military-partnership Wagaana Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:40:55 +0000 Politics art-1789908055536 Somali Air Force Commander Brigadier General Abdul Razzaq Mahmoud Haji received a Pakistani Air Force delegation led by Air Marshal Muhammad Sarfraz, Commander of Pakistani Air Defence, in Mogadishu. The two sides are discussing enhanced cooperation in air defence and broader defence partnership development. Somali Air Force Commander Brigadier General Abdul Razzaq Mahmoud Haji received a Pakistani Air Force delegation led by Air Marshal Muhammad Sarfraz, Commander of Pakistani Air Defence, in Mogadishu. The two sides are discussing enhanced cooperation in air defence and broader defence partnership development. Somali Air Force Hosts High-Level Pakistani Air Defence Delegation in Mogadishu to Deepen Military Partnership https://wagaana.com/article/michelle-bachelet-suffers-crushing-defeat-and-withdraws-un-secretary-general-bid-after-security-council-straw-poll-delivers-11-1-rejection-un-watch-claims-months-long-campaign-exposed-blind-eye-to-dictatorships Wagaana Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:25:46 +0000 Politics art-1789907146021 Former Chilean president and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet has abandoned her campaign for UN Secretary-General after receiving only one “encourage” vote against 11 “discourage” and three “no opinion” in the Security Council’s third straw poll. Geneva-based UN Watch, which led a detailed evidence-based campaign against her record, called the result a decisive victory for accountability. Former Chilean president and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet has abandoned her campaign for UN Secretary-General after receiving only one “encourage” vote against 11 “discourage” and three “no opinion” in the Security Council’s third straw poll. Geneva-based UN Watch, which led a detailed evidence-based campaign against her record, called the result a decisive victory for accountability. Michelle Bachelet Suffers Crushing Defeat and Withdraws UN Secretary-General Bid After Security Council Straw Poll Delivers 11–1 Rejection — UN Watch Claims Months-Long Campaign Exposed “Blind Eye to Dictatorships” https://wagaana.com/article/zelenskyy-confirms-major-ukrainian-strikes-deep-inside-russia-key-moscow-oil-refinery-and-logistics-hub-hit-billions-of-dollars-that-sustain-the-war-machine Wagaana Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:32:43 +0000 Politics art-1789903963937 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that long-range Ukrainian systems struck a critical Russian oil industry facility and a logistics site in the Moscow region overnight. Multiple domestic weapons including Flamingo, Pelican, Palianytsia and others were used. Zelenskyy said the hits target the financial backbone of Russia’s war effort and called for Moscow to choose peace. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that long-range Ukrainian systems struck a critical Russian oil industry facility and a logistics site in the Moscow region overnight. Multiple domestic weapons including Flamingo, Pelican, Palianytsia and others were used. Zelenskyy said the hits target the financial backbone of Russia’s war effort and called for Moscow to choose peace. Zelenskyy Confirms Major Ukrainian Strikes Deep Inside Russia: Key Moscow Oil Refinery and Logistics Hub Hit — “Billions of Dollars That Sustain the War Machine” https://wagaana.com/article/us-issues-stark-middle-east-travel-warning-as-houthi-attacks-on-saudi-airports-escalate-americans-told-to-reconsider-travel-amid-risk-of-rapid-regional-blow-up Wagaana Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:37:57 +0000 Politics art-1789900677133 The US State Department has warned Americans in the Middle East to exercise heightened vigilance and those outside the region to seriously reconsider travel, citing complex tensions, potential airspace closures, flight disruptions, and Houthi hostilities against Saudi Arabia including civilian airports. Iran-backed groups may also target US interests worldwide. The US State Department has warned Americans in the Middle East to exercise heightened vigilance and those outside the region to seriously reconsider travel, citing complex tensions, potential airspace closures, flight disruptions, and Houthi hostilities against Saudi Arabia including civilian airports. Iran-backed groups may also target US interests worldwide. US Issues Stark Middle East Travel Warning as Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports Escalate — Americans Told to Reconsider Travel Amid Risk of Rapid Regional Blow-Up https://wagaana.com/article/us-issues-blistering-warning-to-south-sudan-stop-treating-humanitarian-aid-as-a-cash-cow-or-face-sanctions-and-visa-bans Wagaana Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:23:12 +0000 Politics art-1789899792029 The US State Department’s Bureau of African Affairs has accused South Sudan’s transitional government of systematically obstructing humanitarian assistance, treating aid as a source of revenue, and ignoring the man-made drivers of the country’s crisis. Washington warns it will use sanctions and visa restrictions and may redirect future assistance. The US State Department’s Bureau of African Affairs has accused South Sudan’s transitional government of systematically obstructing humanitarian assistance, treating aid as a source of revenue, and ignoring the man-made drivers of the country’s crisis. Washington warns it will use sanctions and visa restrictions and may redirect future assistance. US Issues Blistering Warning to South Sudan: Stop Treating Humanitarian Aid as a Cash Cow or Face Sanctions and Visa Bans https://wagaana.com/article/estonias-new-defense-minister-issues-chilling-warning-if-the-enemy-crosses-our-border-we-will-kill-everyone-no-restraint-total-destruction Wagaana Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:02:04 +0000 Politics art-1789898524434 Newly appointed Estonian Defense Minister Martin Herem declared that if an enemy crosses the border, Estonia will not hold back and will “kill everyone.” The former army commander described this as the only language to speak to a “barbarian,” sparking intense debate over deterrence, rhetoric, and the reality of Baltic defense. Newly appointed Estonian Defense Minister Martin Herem declared that if an enemy crosses the border, Estonia will not hold back and will “kill everyone.” The former army commander described this as the only language to speak to a “barbarian,” sparking intense debate over deterrence, rhetoric, and the reality of Baltic defense. Estonia’s New Defense Minister Issues Chilling Warning: “If the Enemy Crosses Our Border, We Will Kill Everyone” — No Restraint, Total Destruction https://wagaana.com/article/saudi-arabia-quietly-quits-chinas-mbridge-blockchain-payment-system-major-blow-to-beijings-push-to-dethrone-the-us-dollar-and-bypass-swift Wagaana Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:37:19 +0000 Politics art-1789897039555 Saudi Arabia has withdrawn from mBridge, China’s flagship blockchain platform designed to enable faster central-bank digital currency payments and reduce reliance on the US dollar and SWIFT. The kingdom completed its proof-of-concept and exited, while China, Hong Kong, UAE and Thailand continue. A significant setback for de-dollarization efforts. Saudi Arabia has withdrawn from mBridge, China’s flagship blockchain platform designed to enable faster central-bank digital currency payments and reduce reliance on the US dollar and SWIFT. The kingdom completed its proof-of-concept and exited, while China, Hong Kong, UAE and Thailand continue. A significant setback for de-dollarization efforts. Saudi Arabia Quietly Quits China’s mBridge Blockchain Payment System — Major Blow to Beijing’s Push to Dethrone the US Dollar and Bypass SWIFT https://wagaana.com/article/north-korea-fires-short-range-ballistic-missile-toward-east-sea-japan-issues-emergency-alert-as-south-korea-condemns-latest-provocation Wagaana Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:23:58 +0000 Politics art-1789896238750 North Korea launched a suspected short-range ballistic missile from the Wonsan area into the East Sea on September 20, 2026. Japan’s Prime Minister’s Office issued an emergency alert. South Korea confirmed the launch, convened a National Security Council meeting, and urged Pyongyang to stop missile tests that violate UN resolutions. North Korea launched a suspected short-range ballistic missile from the Wonsan area into the East Sea on September 20, 2026. Japan’s Prime Minister’s Office issued an emergency alert. South Korea confirmed the launch, convened a National Security Council meeting, and urged Pyongyang to stop missile tests that violate UN resolutions. North Korea Fires Short-Range Ballistic Missile Toward East Sea — Japan Issues Emergency Alert as South Korea Condemns Latest Provocation https://wagaana.com/article/minutes-from-disaster-ai-hallucination-nearly-sparked-us-china-military-clash-after-false-claim-of-nuclear-cargo-on-chinese-ship-almost-started-a-war Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 12:35:30 +0000 Politics art-1789821330677 A single AI chatbot error falsely identified nuclear weapons components on a Chinese vessel. US forces scrambled — aircraft airborne, troops primed to board — before the truth emerged at the last possible moment. One source said the false report “almost started a war.” A single AI chatbot error falsely identified nuclear weapons components on a Chinese vessel. US forces scrambled — aircraft airborne, troops primed to board — before the truth emerged at the last possible moment. One source said the false report “almost started a war.” Minutes from Disaster: AI Hallucination Nearly Sparked US-China Military Clash After False Claim of Nuclear Cargo on Chinese Ship — “Almost Started a War” https://wagaana.com/article/updf-suspends-all-military-cooperation-with-turkiye-with-immediate-effect-until-outstanding-issues-are-resolved Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 12:24:15 +0000 Politics art-1789820655153 The Uganda People’s Defence Forces has suspended all defence and military cooperation with Türkiye effective immediately. The decision, announced in an official press statement, will remain in force until mutual defence and military issues between the two countries are resolved. The move follows months of public tension involving Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces. The Uganda People’s Defence Forces has suspended all defence and military cooperation with Türkiye effective immediately. The decision, announced in an official press statement, will remain in force until mutual defence and military issues between the two countries are resolved. The move follows months of public tension involving Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces. UPDF Suspends All Military Cooperation with Türkiye with Immediate Effect Until Outstanding Issues Are Resolved https://wagaana.com/article/south-sudan-pushes-ahead-with-fula-dam-on-white-nile-declares-no-fear-of-egyptian-opposition-as-minister-says-project-is-ready Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:12:26 +0000 Politics art-1789816346285 South Sudan’s Energy and Dams Minister Agok Makur Kur has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to building the Fula (Grand Fula) hydropower project near Nimule. He says the dam is among projects approved by the Nile Basin Council of Ministers and that South Sudan, as a sovereign Nile Basin country, will proceed without fear of downstream opposition. South Sudan’s Energy and Dams Minister Agok Makur Kur has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to building the Fula (Grand Fula) hydropower project near Nimule. He says the dam is among projects approved by the Nile Basin Council of Ministers and that South Sudan, as a sovereign Nile Basin country, will proceed without fear of downstream opposition. South Sudan Pushes Ahead with Fula Dam on White Nile, Declares “No Fear” of Egyptian Opposition as Minister Says Project Is Ready https://wagaana.com/article/warren-buffett-steps-down-as-berkshire-hathaway-chairman-after-six-decades-son-howard-buffett-elected-as-successor Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:52:15 +0000 Business art-1789815135381 Warren Buffett, 96, has stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and become Chairman Emeritus. His son Howard G. Buffett, a long-time director, has been elected the new chairman. CEO Greg Abel continues to lead day-to-day operations as the carefully planned succession reaches another major milestone. Warren Buffett, 96, has stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and become Chairman Emeritus. His son Howard G. Buffett, a long-time director, has been elected the new chairman. CEO Greg Abel continues to lead day-to-day operations as the carefully planned succession reaches another major milestone. Warren Buffett Steps Down as Berkshire Hathaway Chairman After Six Decades; Son Howard Buffett Elected as Successor https://wagaana.com/article/us-and-uganda-advance-trade-over-aid-agenda-ambassadors-discuss-roosevelt-africa-trail-tourism-site-honoring-theodore-roosevelts-1909-expedition Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:44:05 +0000 Politics art-1789814645040 U.S. Ambassador Dan Negrea and Ugandan Ambassador Godfrey Kwoba met to discuss the Trade Over Aid initiative and plans for a Uganda tourism site linked to President Theodore Roosevelt’s 1909–1910 East African expedition. The project, developed with the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, aims to turn shared history into trade, tourism and investment opportunities. U.S. Ambassador Dan Negrea and Ugandan Ambassador Godfrey Kwoba met to discuss the Trade Over Aid initiative and plans for a Uganda tourism site linked to President Theodore Roosevelt’s 1909–1910 East African expedition. The project, developed with the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, aims to turn shared history into trade, tourism and investment opportunities. U.S. and Uganda Advance “Trade Over Aid” Agenda — Ambassadors Discuss Roosevelt Africa Trail Tourism Site Honoring Theodore Roosevelt’s 1909 Expedition https://wagaana.com/article/historic-breakthrough-or-identity-earthquake-scottish-brothers-set-to-become-first-white-players-in-uganda-youth-national-teams-mothers-ugandan-roots-rewrite-the-rules-of-african-football-eligibility Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:36:23 +0000 Sports art-1789814183214 Scottish-born brothers Olly and Seb Fisher, whose mother was born in Uganda, have been invited to train with the Uganda U-20 and U-17 national teams. If selected, they will become the first White players to represent the Cranes at youth level — a moment already sparking intense debate about heritage, identity and the future of African football. Scottish-born brothers Olly and Seb Fisher, whose mother was born in Uganda, have been invited to train with the Uganda U-20 and U-17 national teams. If selected, they will become the first White players to represent the Cranes at youth level — a moment already sparking intense debate about heritage, identity and the future of African football. Historic Breakthrough or Identity Earthquake? Scottish Brothers Set to Become First White Players in Uganda Youth National Teams — Mother’s Ugandan Roots Rewrite the Rules of African Football Eligibility https://wagaana.com/article/openbubbles-brings-real-blue-bubble-imessage-to-keyboard-phones-no-iphone-required-for-tactile-typists Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:27:35 +0000 Technology art-1789813655318 OpenBubbles, an open-source project, now lets users send and receive genuine iMessage (blue bubbles) on non-Apple devices, including modern keyboard phones. The app supports reactions, message editing, FaceTime and more by connecting directly to Apple’s servers after one-time activation with Mac or iPhone hardware identifiers. OpenBubbles, an open-source project, now lets users send and receive genuine iMessage (blue bubbles) on non-Apple devices, including modern keyboard phones. The app supports reactions, message editing, FaceTime and more by connecting directly to Apple’s servers after one-time activation with Mac or iPhone hardware identifiers. OpenBubbles Brings Real Blue-Bubble iMessage to Keyboard Phones — No iPhone Required for Tactile Typists https://wagaana.com/article/sir-jim-ratcliffe-says-he-has-no-confidence-in-the-uk-calls-country-on-the-slide-over-taxes-immigration-and-energy-policy Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:15:48 +0000 Politics art-1789812948349 Manchester United co-owner and Ineos founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has told the BBC he has lost confidence in the United Kingdom, blaming high taxes, immigration levels and welfare spending for national decline. The Monaco-based billionaire also criticised the government’s approach to North Sea oil and gas and warned of possible winter gas shortages. Manchester United co-owner and Ineos founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has told the BBC he has lost confidence in the United Kingdom, blaming high taxes, immigration levels and welfare spending for national decline. The Monaco-based billionaire also criticised the government’s approach to North Sea oil and gas and warned of possible winter gas shortages. Sir Jim Ratcliffe Says He Has “No Confidence” in the UK, Calls Country “On the Slide” Over Taxes, Immigration and Energy Policy https://wagaana.com/article/37-suspected-illegal-miners-die-overnight-in-nscdc-custody-in-niger-state-overcrowding-alleged-suffocation-and-calls-for-independent-autopsy-spark-outrage Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 07:45:23 +0000 News art-1789803923877 At least 37 young men arrested for alleged illegal mining in Niger State, Nigeria, were found dead in an NSCDC detention cell on September 17, 2026. Officials initially cited a possible disease outbreak, while survivors and intelligence reports point to severe overcrowding and lack of ventilation. Families demand accountability as investigations and autopsies proceed. At least 37 young men arrested for alleged illegal mining in Niger State, Nigeria, were found dead in an NSCDC detention cell on September 17, 2026. Officials initially cited a possible disease outbreak, while survivors and intelligence reports point to severe overcrowding and lack of ventilation. Families demand accountability as investigations and autopsies proceed. 37 Suspected Illegal Miners Die Overnight in NSCDC Custody in Niger State — Overcrowding, Alleged Suffocation and Calls for Independent Autopsy Spark Outrage https://wagaana.com/article/trump-announces-infinite-life-security-deal-with-denmark-and-greenland-granting-us-permanent-control-over-defense-needs-but-is-greenland-becoming-a-us-colony Wagaana Sat, 19 Sep 2026 06:54:28 +0000 Politics art-1789800868593 President Trump announced a permanent security agreement with Denmark and Greenland that expands U.S. military access, bans adversary bases and sensitive investments without American approval, and comes at no cost to the U.S. Danish and Greenlandic leaders stress the deal preserves full sovereignty and the right to self-determination. No territorial transfer is involved. President Trump announced a permanent security agreement with Denmark and Greenland that expands U.S. military access, bans adversary bases and sensitive investments without American approval, and comes at no cost to the U.S. Danish and Greenlandic leaders stress the deal preserves full sovereignty and the right to self-determination. No territorial transfer is involved. Trump Announces “Infinite Life” Security Deal with Denmark and Greenland Granting U.S. Permanent Control Over Defense Needs — But Is Greenland Becoming a U.S. Colony? https://wagaana.com/article/spiro-is-punishing-early-riders-who-believed-in-them-first-while-new-customers-get-the-same-bikes-for-half-the-struggle Wagaana Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:44:25 +0000 Business art-1789645465013 Loyal Spiro riders who took the risk when electric motorcycles were still new are now trapped in heavier deals, forced to pay for major repairs on company-owned bikes, and left without their NSSF contributions — while newcomers walk in with far better terms. This is pure injustice. Loyal Spiro riders who took the risk when electric motorcycles were still new are now trapped in heavier deals, forced to pay for major repairs on company-owned bikes, and left without their NSSF contributions — while newcomers walk in with far better terms. This is pure injustice. Spiro Is Punishing Early Riders Who Believed in Them First — While New Customers Get the Same Bikes for Half the Struggle https://wagaana.com/article/ugandas-digital-shilling-was-almost-here-what-really-happened-to-the-bank-of-ugandas-cbdc-dream Wagaana Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:19:54 +0000 Business art-1789643994716 Bank of Uganda’s digital shilling seemed ready for launch. Consultations finished, pilots claimed, cash limits looming. Here’s the truth behind the delay and why Uganda’s CBDC is still stuck in the research phase in 2026. Bank of Uganda’s digital shilling seemed ready for launch. Consultations finished, pilots claimed, cash limits looming. Here’s the truth behind the delay and why Uganda’s CBDC is still stuck in the research phase in 2026. Uganda’s Digital Shilling Was “Almost Here” — What Really Happened to the Bank of Uganda’s CBDC Dream? https://wagaana.com/article/a-modern-day-miracle-us-airman-bravo-speaks-for-first-time-about-surviving-shootdown-and-two-days-behind-enemy-lines-in-iran Wagaana Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:52:52 +0000 Politics art-1789379572735 In his first interview, the U.S. Air Force weapons systems officer known as “Bravo” has described the harrowing moments after his F-15E was shot down over Iran, including a near-fatal parachute failure, severe injuries, and two days evading capture before a dramatic rescue. In his first interview, the U.S. Air Force weapons systems officer known as “Bravo” has described the harrowing moments after his F-15E was shot down over Iran, including a near-fatal parachute failure, severe injuries, and two days evading capture before a dramatic rescue. “A Modern-Day Miracle”: US Airman “Bravo” Speaks for First Time About Surviving Shootdown and Two Days Behind Enemy Lines in Iran https://wagaana.com/article/boris-johnson-blasts-putins-warped-logic-after-russian-drone-hits-ukrainian-train-near-polish-border Wagaana Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:44:08 +0000 Politics art-1789325048155 Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has strongly condemned a Russian drone attack on a Ukrainian passenger train near the Polish border, calling it a “random and senseless” strike and urging the West to provide more air defences and release frozen Russian assets. Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has strongly condemned a Russian drone attack on a Ukrainian passenger train near the Polish border, calling it a “random and senseless” strike and urging the West to provide more air defences and release frozen Russian assets. Boris Johnson Blasts Putin’s “Warped Logic” After Russian Drone Hits Ukrainian Train Near Polish Border https://wagaana.com/article/kremlin-declares-putin-zelensky-meeting-at-us-g20-summit-impossible-only-moscow-is-acceptable Wagaana Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:01:06 +0000 Politics art-1789315266373 The Kremlin has ruled out any meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky at the upcoming G20 summit in Miami, calling the idea “impossible.” Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Putin is only prepared to meet the Ukrainian president in Moscow. The Kremlin has ruled out any meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky at the upcoming G20 summit in Miami, calling the idea “impossible.” Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Putin is only prepared to meet the Ukrainian president in Moscow. Kremlin Declares Putin-Zelensky Meeting at US G20 Summit “Impossible” — Only Moscow Is Acceptable https://wagaana.com/article/pm-modi-meets-ugandas-vice-president-jessica-alupo-at-brics-summit-reaffirms-kampala-principles-and-deepens-india-africa-partnership Wagaana Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:01:52 +0000 Politics art-1789311712975 Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Uganda’s Vice President Jessica Alupo on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The leaders discussed expanding cooperation in healthcare, agriculture, digital technology and capacity building while reaffirming the Kampala Principles. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Uganda’s Vice President Jessica Alupo on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The leaders discussed expanding cooperation in healthcare, agriculture, digital technology and capacity building while reaffirming the Kampala Principles. PM Modi Meets Uganda’s Vice President Jessica Alupo at BRICS Summit, Reaffirms Kampala Principles and Deepens India-Africa Partnership https://wagaana.com/article/iran-will-never-surrender-pezeshkians-explosive-challenge-to-america-face-our-valiant-forces-or-admit-youre-only-brave-enough-to-starve-civilians Wagaana Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:30:08 +0000 Politics art-1789309808826 In a blistering message that has electrified supporters and stunned observers, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian dared the United States to fight Iran’s military instead of “waging war on food, water, and medicine.” His thundering declaration: “Our people can’t be bullied. Iran won’t surrender.” In a blistering message that has electrified supporters and stunned observers, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian dared the United States to fight Iran’s military instead of “waging war on food, water, and medicine.” His thundering declaration: “Our people can’t be bullied. Iran won’t surrender.” “Iran Will NEVER Surrender!”: Pezeshkian’s Explosive Challenge to America — “Face Our Valiant Forces or Admit You’re Only Brave Enough to Starve Civilians” https://wagaana.com/article/game-day-glory-thousands-of-fans-across-america-gear-up-for-the-ultimate-nfl-celebration Xanda Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:10:18 +0000 Sports art-1789308618101 All across the country, football fans are pulling on their team’s jerseys, packing the car, and heading to NFL stadiums for one of America’s greatest weekly celebrations — pure energy, community, and the love of the game. All across the country, football fans are pulling on their team’s jerseys, packing the car, and heading to NFL stadiums for one of America’s greatest weekly celebrations — pure energy, community, and the love of the game. Game Day Glory: Thousands of Fans Across America Gear Up for the Ultimate NFL Celebration https://wagaana.com/article/trump-reportedly-tells-saudi-crown-prince-your-problems-with-iran-are-not-our-concern Wagaana Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:00:34 +0000 Politics art-1789308034931 According to a report by Israel’s Channel 12, US President Donald Trump told Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that Saudi Arabia’s problems with Iran are not America’s concern and that Riyadh must resolve them on its own. According to a report by Israel’s Channel 12, US President Donald Trump told Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that Saudi Arabia’s problems with Iran are not America’s concern and that Riyadh must resolve them on its own. Trump Reportedly Tells Saudi Crown Prince: “Your Problems with Iran Are Not Our Concern” https://wagaana.com/article/trump-reportedly-warns-zelensky-to-halt-strikes-on-russian-diesel-supplies-amid-growing-fuel-shortages Wagaana Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:50:03 +0000 Politics art-1789307403788 US President Donald Trump has reportedly told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to stop targeting diesel fuel facilities in Russia, saying the attacks are causing shortages. The comments come as Ukraine continues long-range strikes on Russian energy infrastructure. US President Donald Trump has reportedly told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to stop targeting diesel fuel facilities in Russia, saying the attacks are causing shortages. The comments come as Ukraine continues long-range strikes on Russian energy infrastructure. Trump Reportedly Warns Zelensky to Halt Strikes on Russian Diesel Supplies Amid Growing Fuel Shortages https://wagaana.com/article/pioneer-cardiologist-and-long-time-physician-to-daniel-arap-moi-dr-david-silverstein-dies Wagaana Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:30:18 +0000 Politics art-1789306218766 Dr David Silverstein, the American-born cardiologist who served for decades as personal physician to former President Daniel arap Moi and helped establish modern cardiac care in Kenya, has died. Tributes have poured in for his remarkable legacy. Dr David Silverstein, the American-born cardiologist who served for decades as personal physician to former President Daniel arap Moi and helped establish modern cardiac care in Kenya, has died. Tributes have poured in for his remarkable legacy. Pioneer Cardiologist and Long-Time Physician to Daniel arap Moi, Dr David Silverstein, Dies https://wagaana.com/article/trump-declares-united-ireland-would-be-fantastic-triggers-fierce-backlash-from-uk-politicians Wagaana Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:16:52 +0000 Politics art-1789305412352 US President Donald Trump has said he would “love to see” a united Ireland and called reunification a “fantastic thing” during his visit to Dublin. The comments have drawn sharp criticism from British politicians who accuse him of interfering in the UK’s territorial integrity. US President Donald Trump has said he would “love to see” a united Ireland and called reunification a “fantastic thing” during his visit to Dublin. The comments have drawn sharp criticism from British politicians who accuse him of interfering in the UK’s territorial integrity. Trump Declares United Ireland Would Be “Fantastic” — Triggers Fierce Backlash from UK Politicians https://wagaana.com/article/britain-on-the-brink-scotland-wales-and-northern-ireland-leaders-meet-in-cardiff-to-demand-independence-referendums Wagaana Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:57:26 +0000 Politics art-1789304246786 Leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are set to meet in Cardiff on Monday to sign a joint declaration asserting their nations’ right to self-determination and demanding independence referendums, according to reports. The unprecedented move raises fresh questions about the future of the United Kingdom. Leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are set to meet in Cardiff on Monday to sign a joint declaration asserting their nations’ right to self-determination and demanding independence referendums, according to reports. The unprecedented move raises fresh questions about the future of the United Kingdom. Britain on the Brink? Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Leaders Meet in Cardiff to Demand Independence Referendums https://wagaana.com/article/a-sister-in-all-seasons-nnaabagereka-comforts-queen-mother-best-kemigisa-at-king-oyos-funeral Wagaana Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:49:57 +0000 Politics art-1789220997375 In a powerful moment of solidarity, the Nnaabagereka of Buganda, Sylvia Nagginda Luswata, was seen comforting Tooro Queen Mother Best Kemigisa during the funeral service of the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV at St. John’s Cathedral in Fort Portal. In a powerful moment of solidarity, the Nnaabagereka of Buganda, Sylvia Nagginda Luswata, was seen comforting Tooro Queen Mother Best Kemigisa during the funeral service of the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV at St. John’s Cathedral in Fort Portal. A Sister in All Seasons: Nnaabagereka Comforts Queen Mother Best Kemigisa at King Oyo’s Funeral https://wagaana.com/article/i-see-the-mother-before-the-queen-sheebahs-heartfelt-tribute-to-queen-mother-best-kemigisa-amid-king-oyos-burial Wagaana Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:39:09 +0000 News art-1789220349563 Ugandan artist Sheebah Karungi has shared an emotional message of support for Tooro Queen Mother Best Kemigisa as the kingdom buries King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV. Sheebah calls for compassion, reminding the public that behind the titles is a grieving mother. Ugandan artist Sheebah Karungi has shared an emotional message of support for Tooro Queen Mother Best Kemigisa as the kingdom buries King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV. Sheebah calls for compassion, reminding the public that behind the titles is a grieving mother. “I See the Mother Before the Queen”: Sheebah’s Heartfelt Tribute to Queen Mother Best Kemigisa Amid King Oyo’s Burial https://wagaana.com/article/brics-summit-2026-in-new-delhi-xi-jinping-urges-members-to-firmly-stand-on-the-right-side-of-history-as-expanded-bloc-seeks-greater-global-role Wagaana Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:50:58 +0000 Politics art-1789210258098 Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on BRICS countries to stand on the “right side of history” at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The two-day gathering, hosted by India, brings together leaders of the expanded bloc amid global tensions and focuses on resilience, innovation, and reforming multilateralism. Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on BRICS countries to stand on the “right side of history” at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The two-day gathering, hosted by India, brings together leaders of the expanded bloc amid global tensions and focuses on resilience, innovation, and reforming multilateralism. BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi: Xi Jinping Urges Members to “Firmly Stand on the Right Side of History” as Expanded Bloc Seeks Greater Global Role