Tanzania and Uganda face potential US travel ban
The State Department has identified 36 countries of concern that might be recommended for full or partial suspension of entry if they do not meet established benchmarks and requirements within 60 days,” Rubio said. Twenty-five of these countries are in…
Sri Lanka has ‘no room for policy errors’ in economic reforms, IMF says
Sri Lanka has made substantial progress on an IMF-supported economic reform program, but more work is needed to reduce the Asian country’s 24.5% poverty rate, tackle corruption and reduce domestic debt, the global lender’s No. 2 official said Monday. In…
Uganda President Yoweri Museveni signs new law allowing military trials for civilians
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has signed into law an amendment that will allow, once again, civilians to be tried in a military court under certain circumstances. A previous law permitting such trials was ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court in…
Heavy rains in dry season cause havoc in DR Congo’s capital
At least 29 people have been killed in flood waters and landslides in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital, Kinshasa, following unusually heavy rains in the dry season, the interior ministry has said. Homes were swept away, roads were…
Bank of England to keep interest rates at 4.25 per cent
The Bank of England is expected to hold interest rates at 4.25 per cent after inflation jumped in April and policymakers remain “nimble” to the evolving economic backdrop. The MPC has voted to cut rates at every other meeting since…
2Baba Laments Insecurity in Benue, Calls for Urgent National Action
Nigerian music icon 2Baba has expressed deep sorrow and frustration over the worsening security situation in Benue State, describing it as a national emergency. In an emotional outburst, he has called on all stakeholders, both in Benue and across Nigeria,…
Former Enyimba Goalkeeper Confirmed Dead
Former Enyimba Goalkeeper Confirmed Dead Former Enyimba FC goalkeeper and Togolese international, Bassa Sabirou Djeri has been confirmed dead, BSNSports.com.ng reports. The People’s Elephant mourned the demise of their former shot-stopper in a statement. “Enyimba Football Club is…
Lekki Residents Back Reintroduction Of E- Call Up, Advocate Urgent Implementation
The Lekki Estates Residents in Lagos state and Stakeholders Association (LERSA), has backed up the Lagos State Government’s reintroduction of the E-Call Up system set to become operational from June 16, along the Lekki-Epe corridor. Alhaji Sulyman Bello, President, LERSA,…
Etihad, Ethiopian Launch Codeshare Partnership
Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines have officially activated a strategic codeshare partnership, a move that strengthens connectivity and opens a world of travel opportunities between Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East, the carriers shared. Announced on Monday, this bilateral…
GHANA:Fuel prices to fall from June 16 due to postponement of GH¢1.0 levy
The prices of petroleum products are expected to go down significantly at the pumps from Monday, 16th June 2025, following the postponement of the GH¢1.0 Energy Sector Levy. This is based on the Pricing Outlook Report put together by the…