Mozambique Marks Victory Day with the Spirit of Unity and a Culture Open to the Sea

Mozambique marks Victory Day today, 7 September, remembering the Lusaka Accord signed in 1974 and the decisive step it created towards national independence. The agreement prepared the transfer of power that led to independence on 25 June 1975. More than five decades later, the date remains an important national holiday and a time

Chad Celebrates 66 Years of Independence with Pride in Heritage, Faith and National Promise

Chad celebrates its 66th Independence Day today, 11 August, recalling the proclamation of sovereignty in 1960. Across the country, the blue, gold and red flag is displayed as citizens honour national history and the generations that have contributed to the republic. Ceremonies, cultural programmes, family gatherings and messages of

Mahathir Mohamad at 101: The Leader Who Helped Build Modern Malaysia

As Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad turns 101 today, Malaysia is celebrating more than the birthday of a former prime minister. The occasion offers a moment to consider how deeply his ideas, ambitions and working habits have shaped the country’s modern identity. Few leaders have remained so closely associated with Malaysia’s journey from a largely commodity-based economy to an industrial, connected and internationally recognised nation.