Lesotho declares state of disaster amid US tariff uncertainty
Lesotho has declared a national state of disaster over the country’s “high rates of youth unemployment and job losses” as uncertainty over US tariffs hits the landlocked nation. Lesotho was hit by higher tariffs than any other country – 50%…
US Visa Policy Update: Nigeria, Cameroon, and Ethiopia Face Reduced Visa Duration
The United States has announced sweeping changes to its non-immigrant visa policy for Cameroon, Ethiopia and Nigeria, cutting the duration and conditions under which most travellers from those countries can enter. The US Department of State says nearly all non-immigrant…
Controversy Over Self-Acclaimed Igbo King in Ghana
Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram Constituency, Samuel Nartey Geroge has clarified the claims by self-acclaimed Igbo King in Ghana, His Royal Majesty Eze Dr. Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu that he acquired 50 acres of land to build Igbo village in Ghana….
IMF Gives FIRS Thumbs Up for Significant Progress in Tax Reforms
The International Monetary Fund has commended the ongoing reforms at the Federal Inland Revenue Service, describing them as “significant progress”. The commendation was given by a Senior Economist at the Fiscal Affairs Department of the global body, Paulo Paz, on…
Tanzania, Gambia to deepen ties in education sector
TANZANIA and Gambia have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the education sector, with a particular focus on the exchange of students and instructors, especially in the area of vocational training. Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Prof Adolf Mkenda,…
Nigerian envoy dies in Guinea-Bissau
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday announced the passing of Mrs Zainab Momodu, Acting-Head of Mission, Chargé d’Affaires at the Nigeria Embassy in Guinea-Bissau. Kimiebi Ebienfa, Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement in Abuja disclosed…
First Black Woman Celebrates Historic Appointment as Leader of American Chemical Society
The first Black female president of the American Chemical Society is Dr. Dorothy J. Phillips. She has devoted her life to dispelling myths, paving the way for future generations of scientists, and inspiring young people to consider STEM-related careers. …
Inflation and interest rate relief for South Africa
Inflation is no longer expected to rise as sharply as previously anticipated in the second half of 2025, providing the Reserve Bank with further room to cut interest rates. In the first half of the year, economists projected inflation to…
CAF appoints Pinnick special adviser
Former president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, has been appointed as special adviser to the president of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, Sunday PUNCH reports. The announcement was made by Motsepe during a live-streamed press conference…
Oyo Police Rescue 19 Ghanaians
The Police Command in Oyo state says it has rescued 19 Ghanaian victims of alleged trafficking through a targeted operation. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Adewale Osifeso, made this known in a statement in Ibadan on Sunday. He said…