Elon Musk may be the richest man today, but he falls short of Mansa Musa, the 14th-century ruler of the Mali Empire. With an estimated fortune between 400 and 600 billion euros, Mansa Musa remains the wealthiest person in history, thanks to Mali’s vast gold reserves.
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A report by French and Cameroonian historians uncovers a “violent” war waged by France in Cameroon during the late 1950s to suppress independence movements. The detailed study aims to confront colonial legacy and promote historical reconciliation.
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East Africa, while curbing terrorism, now faces rising piracy and cybercrime. Strengthening cybersecurity, coastguards, and regional cooperation is crucial to tackling these new threats.
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Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traoré has banned French and British judicial wigs to strengthen national identity and eliminate colonial influences, This decision is part of a broader effort to replace colonial traditions with local practices and create a judiciary that reflects the country’s values.
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