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Nina Warken: Will she follow Angela Merkel to the Chancellery?
Nina Warken, newly appointed Minister for Special Tasks, is the first woman to lead the Chancellery under Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Her rapid rise, marked by initial underestimation, mirrors that of past German leaders.
Cameroon’s President Biya returns home after months-long absence
Cameroon's President Paul Biya has returned home after a two-month stay in Switzerland, his longest absence in four decades. This prolonged trip intensified concerns about the 93-year-old leader's health and a potential power vacuum.
China marked late President Jiang Zemin's birth centenary on Monday and bid farewell to former Premier Zhu Rongji the next day in two major ceremonies held just 24 hours apart. The back-to-back events brought two of the most recognisable figures from China's reform era in…
A boss's openness can make the workplace more human, but trust is built through actions, not what they reveal about themselves. Employees may feel obliged to listen or reciprocate with a disclosure of their own, which can create an awkward dynamic.
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah emphasized the importance of responsible leadership, public service, and accountability in the governance of Pakistan. He reminded citizens that those entrusted with public office are there to serve the people and remain answerable for the…
President Asif Ali Zardari praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and other leaders for protecting Pakistan's interests internationally and unifying Islamic nations.
Mesfin Tasew, CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, has extended his mandate for an additional year due to the board's inability to agree on a successor.
President Masoud Pezeshkian has held a meeting with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, to discuss various issues, including people's livelihood needs and the US-Israeli aggression.
The article discusses the challenging transition for technical experts into leadership roles, emphasizing the need for systems thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset. The inaugural IEEE International Leadership Conference aims to equip mid-career professionals with these…
Teach For Nigeria has inducted 499 education leaders into its alumni community, reinforcing its commitment to combating educational inequality and ensuring quality education access for all children.
Pakistan secured an eight-wicket victory over the West Indies, ending a losing streak of nine away Test matches under Babar Azam's captaincy.
FIFA has apologised to its member associations for mistakes made over its abandoned proposal to sell commercial rights linked to the World Cup. The governing body's leadership has reaffirmed its support for president Gianni Infantino after a crisis meeting in Morocco.
FIFA apologized to its members for mistakes made over its abandoned proposal to sell commercial rights to the World Cup. The proposal, which would have raised $4.2 billion, was withdrawn last Friday after a fierce backlash.
FIFA Backs Infantino but Apologises Over World Cup Investment Plan
FIFA's leadership reaffirmed its full support for president Gianni Infantino while apologising for its handling of the now-abandoned plan to open the World Cup to private investment, acknowledging the proposal should have been managed differently after triggering a fierce…
A probe into complaints of workplace practices at the Law Society of Singapore identified significant failings in leadership, culture and governance from 2022 to 2025, Law Minister Edwin Tong said. The investigation began after an anonymous email in September 2025 raised …
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently shared a nostalgic personal discovery connecting her own upbringing in Los Angeles directly to her daughter, Princess Lilibet. She revealed an unexpected full-circle moment that occurred while dropping Lilibet off for her fir…
China's Communist Party has kicked off its annual closed-door retreat in the seaside resort of Beidaihe, sparking rumors of power jostling among senior cadres. The retreat, which has historically provided an opportunity for serving and retired leaders to hold informal dis…
Africa and the Imperatives of Leadership
Africa has a rich history of good leaders who have been empire builders, thinkers, traders, kings, diplomats, and freedom fighters. However, the continent has struggled to create institutions of prosperity and good governance. The issue is not just what history has done t…
Cameroon: Paul Biya "is alive... There is no power vacuum," says Minister of Communication
Cameroon's government has addressed President Paul Biya's 56-day absence, with Communication Minister René Emmanuel Sadi stating Biya is alive, not hospitalized, and his return is imminent, refuting opposition claims of a power vacuum.
First Lady tasks NBA President with paving way for aspiring women
Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has urged the newly elected female President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, to champion gender inclusion and create opportunities for aspiring women in the legal profession.
Fifa's plan to sell stakes in their competitions to private investors has been scrapped after criticism from football's governing bodies in Europe, North and Central America and the Caribbean. Uefa and Concacaf have publicly questioned Gianni Infantino's leadership of Fif…
Takaichi’s popularity slide exposes deeper governing challenges
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's approval rating has dropped sharply, raising questions about the causes of this downturn. While normal growing pains of a new administration are possible, the facts point to a combination of both.
Foo Cexiang and Shawn Loh, two first-term Members of Parliament, have been selected to join the government as Ministers of State. They will take on additional duties from September 1, 2026, and January 1, 2027, respectively. Both men have a background in civil service and…
The article discusses the importance of quiet leadership, citing the example of Lionel Messi, who led Argentina to the 2026 World Cup final despite being a relatively quiet and unassuming leader. It highlights the contrast between Messi's leadership style and that of othe…
An Australian court has rejected an appeal by right-wing leader Pauline Hanson to overturn a ruling that she racially discriminated against a Muslim senator. Hanson was found to have violated racial discrimination laws after she told Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi to 'pack…
Business owner Kelvin Kao argues that Gen Z workers are not lazy, but rather, employers are not providing the right environment for them to be motivated. He suggests that honesty is an underrated hiring strategy and that companies should be upfront about the challenges of…
K.J. Ray Liu, the 2022 IEEE President, has been honored with the IEEE Haraden Pratt Award for his transformative and impactful leadership. He led efforts to increase diversity in the IEEE Fellow program and realign the organization's regions for more equitable global repr…
Six candidates vying to lead the United Nations stressed the importance of restoring the credibility of an organisation in crisis during a restrained debate.
The Cabinet reshuffle has been met with gratitude and excitement from new and old office holders. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the changes, which include appointments, promotions, and changing portfolios. Some appointees have taken to social media to pen their t…
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has announced a new line-up for the Cabinet, with five officeholders promoted, including two newly appointed, and several changes at the Minister of State (MOS) and Senior Minister of State (SMS) level.