Grace Kuria Kanja

Senior Producer/ News Anchor @trtworld
Ex Journalist @BBCAfrica,
Ex Reporter @cgtnafrica

[Grace Kuria Kanja @GraceKuriaKE]

Washington has denied Omar Artan, one of Africa's top football referees entry to the US.

On Africa Matters this week, we highlight the 2026 FIFA world Cup with an expanded list of 48 teams, 10 from Africa.

Watch the full show here: https://t.co/xhfTrTtMSK

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News making headlines on TRT World

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News making headlines on TRT World

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When the military junta in Niger seized power in 2023, their priority was made clear, a push for sovereignty.

That meant kicking out foreign powers that were not serving the country's interests.

I enjoyed producing this documentary from Niger.

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France’s influence across Africa is rapidly fading.

For decades, it was defined by military, economic, diplomatic and cultural ties.

But today, those pillars are on shaky ground as anti-French sentiment grows.

Watch our Focal Point Documentary below:

https://t.co/tH7mR9yQ7Y

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Thank you for joining us @KZiabari

Such rich contribution!

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A couple of hours ago, I joined @trtworld's @GraceKuriaKE for a conversation on the tenuous ceasefire that has paused the US-Israeli war of aggression on Iran. The war breached international law when it was launched. It's a violation each day it continues

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Trump threatens to resume Project Freedom in the Strait of Hormuz, if Iran fails to sign a deal aimed at ending the war.

As he awaits a response from Iran on the peace proposal.

This and more stories making the headlines on TRT World

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Iran accuses the US of violating the ceasefire by attacking ships and ports, the US military says the strikes were carried out in self defence.

But, Trump says the ceasefire is holding.

This and more news making headlines on TRT World

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It was an honor to attend this year’s Africa Diaspora Forum as a Special Guest.

I truly valued the opportunity to share insights from my decade-long journey in journalism, while also gaining invaluable perspectives from such a distinguished group of professionals.

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Militants linked to Al Qaeda and Tuareg separatists have killed Mali's Defence Minister Sadio Camara.

The government says the groups want to seize power.

What exactly is happening in Mali, and is there a security vacuum?

https://t.co/eVuTS2erfx

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The African continent is the richest when considering its natural resources and minerals. But what steps are African countries taking to make sure the people benefit.

I had a One on One chat with Zambian FM Mulambo Haimbe at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.

https://t.co/fwLSNi25oW

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This year’s Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Southern Türkiye featured conversation that lead to this: mapping tomorrow, managing uncertainties.

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Rwanda FM Olivier Nduhungirehe, speaking on sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum, assesses the crisis between Kigali and Kinshasa and praises growing ties with Türkiye
#ADF2026

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Botswana welcomes reopening of Strait of Hormuz, with its International Relations Minister Phenyo Butale calling for peaceful, diplomatic resolution to tensions on sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum
#ADF2026

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Speaking at Antalya Diplomacy Forum, Guinea-Bissau's FM Joao Bernardo Vieira urges African nations to unite in tackling the economic impact of the war on Iran

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Türkiye’s AK Party Women’s Branch Head Tugba Isik Ercan raises concern over growing vulnerability of women and children in conflicts on sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum #ADF2026

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Thank you Niger 🇳🇪
You were fantastic!
Very warm and welcoming people.
Very scorching too🤭

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As talks continue in Pakistan, a deep trust deficit persists between US and Iran.
Tehran accuses Washington of attacks even as diplomacy is underway. Both sides remain firm on their red lines, while trying to retain leverage at the negotiating table.

https://t.co/7NTNyEbKvo

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On the sidelines of the 2026 STRATCOM Summit in Istanbul, i had a One on One conversation with the Bulgarian Minister of Culture, Nayden Todorov.

We discuss Culture as part of national security and as a tool against conflict.

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Trump says he's having "very good and productive talks" with Iran, infact he says they're ongoing.
Iran however dismisses any claims of negotiations and says Washington is probably negotiating with itself.
Tehran says it will continue to fight until it achieves "total victory"