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Nigeria’s Tinubu Signs Sweeping Tax Overhaul: Aims for Growth but Faces Scrutiny

By Abu Hassan ABUJA, Nigeria - President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has signed into law four key bills designed to overhaul the nation's tax system, marking a significant step in his…

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Zambian Civil Servants with Political Ambitions Must Resign, Warns Cabinet Secretary

By Patrice Katuma Lusaka, Zambia - Secretary to the Cabinet, Patrick Kangwa, has issued a firm…

“Wantam!” Kioni Declares Ruto Will Lose 2027 Election, Accuses Government of Empty Promises

By Peter Halima Embu, Kenya - Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has confidently asserted that…

Guinea Junta Leader Eyes Post-Transition Power Through Coalition Building

Conakry, Guinea - Guinea's junta leader, Colonel Mamady Doumbouya, appears to be maneuvering to retain influence,…

Ghana at Electoral Crossroad for President and Parliamentary Seats

General elections are expected to be held in Ghana on 7 December 2024 to elect…

Nigeria’s Political and Military Cartel Accused of Undermining Nation’s Prosperity, Holding Back Africa

By Abu Hassan LAGOS, Nigeria - A growing chorus of voices within Nigeria and internationally are…

Middle East Conflict and Trade Tensions Threaten Global Economic Stability, Warns IMF

By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - The escalating conflict in the Middle East is poised to…

Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari to be Laid to Rest in Hometown of Daura

By Isaac Okoro Abuja, Nigeria - The body of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is…

Zimbabwe Holds Firm on High Interest Rates Amid Global Uncertainty

By Simba Munyua Harare, Zimbabwe - Citing escalating global tensions and economic uncertainty, Zimbabwe's central bank…

Tinubu Opposes Release of Alleged Drug-Related Case Files in US

By Isaac Okoro Abuja, Nigeria - In a dramatic turn of events, President Bola Ahmed…

BET Awards to Honor Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, Jamie Foxx, and Kirk Franklin as Ultimate Icons

By Jean Durand Los Angeles, CA - Black Entertainment Television (BET) is pulling out all the…

Fragile Peace: Clashes Continue in Eastern Congo Despite DRC-Rwanda Peace Efforts

By Patrice Katuma North Kivu, DRC - While the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda…

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Mano River Union (MRU) Subregion Faces Development Headwinds as Skill Gaps Hamper Growth

Freetown, Sierra Leone - A recent survey has highlighted a growing concern across the Mano River Union (MRU) – a significant…

Chadian Opposition Leader Succès Masra Jailed for 20 Years on ‘Politically Motivated’ Charges, HRW Says

By Isaac Okoro N'DJAMENA, Chad – Succès Masra, the prominent leader of Chad's main opposition party, The Transformers, and former…

Tinubu Champions West African Unity, Emphasizes Collaboration for Regional Success

By Isaac Okoro Abuja, Nigeria - President Bola Tinubu has issued a strong call for unity and deeper cooperation among West…

Ethiopia Participates in African Union Peace and Security Council Field Mission to Guinea

By Amadou Keita Conakry, Guinea - The African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) has completed a field mission to…

Liberia: President Boakai Demands Answers After RIA Power Outage Sparks Fury

By David Mansaray – Reporting from Freetown, Sierra Leone Monrovia, Liberia – Liberian President Joseph Nyumah Boakai has reportedly expressed outrage…

Children in the Crosshairs as Trump Administration Escalates Immigration Crackdown

By Emily Sims Washington D.C. - Advocacy groups are raising serious concerns about the well-being of children as the Trump administration…

Global Markets Stumble as Israeli Airstrikes Intensify, Risk Aversion Rises

NEW YORK/LONDON - Global financial markets experienced a sharp downturn on Tuesday and days after, triggered by the intensification of Israeli…

The Closure of Parallel Institutions and Its Ramifications

By Dr. Alon Ben-MeirKosovo Prime Minister Kurti’s decision to close five parallel institutions for the predominantly ethnic Serbians in northern…

Williams Urges African Governments to Empower Private Sector for Accelerated Development

By Emily Sims SEOUL, South Korea - In a compelling address, respected labor market specialist…

China’s Growing Footprint in West Africa Sparks Debate Over Development and Influence

LAGOS, Nigeria - China's peaceful involvement in West Africa has deepened significantly in recent years, marked…

Air Canada strike: As intervention calls grow, ‘we’re not going to do that,’ Trudeau says

“We need to make sure the parties are working extremely hard to resolve this. Minister of Labour Steve MacKinnon met…

Former Taita Taveta Governor Granton Samboja Lands State Job at Pyrethrum Processing Company

By Peter Halima Nairobi, Kenya - May 24, 2024 - Former Taita Taveta Governor Granton Samboja is making a comeback to…

 Osimhen’s Wage Demands Could Hinder Potential Manchester United Move

By Esther Edoh Manchester, England - Manchester United's pursuit of a prolific striker this summer could face a significant hurdle if…

Aliko Dangote Retires as Chairman of Dangote Sugar Refinery After 20 Years

By Emmanuel Sikena LAGOS, NIGERIA - Aliko Dangote, Africa's wealthiest individual, is stepping down as Chairman of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc,…

Cameroon Grapples with Age-Old Leadership as Nonagenarian President Seeks Eighth Term Amidst Youthful Discontent

By Isaac Okoro Yaoundé, Cameroon – As Cameroon heads to the polls this Sunday for its presidential election, the nation faces a stark generational divide. At the forefront of the race…

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Millions Still Trapped in Poverty Despite Nigeria’s Economic Gains

By Emmanuel Sikena Abuja, Nigeria - Despite a Nigerian economy showing signs of stabilization and bolstered…

Cameroon Grapples with Age-Old Leadership as Nonagenarian President Seeks Eighth Term Amidst Youthful Discontent

By Isaac Okoro Yaoundé, Cameroon – As Cameroon heads to the polls this Sunday for its…

Zimbabwe: Mutodi Fired As Budget Committee Chair After Unsubstantiated Corruption Claims Against Treasury Secretary

By Simba Munyua Bikita South legislator Energy Mutodi has been immediately removed as the chairperson…

Nigerian Tech Minister Uche Nnaji Resigns Amid Certificate Forgery Scandal

By Abu Hassan ABUJA, NIGERIA – Uche Nnaji, Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, has…

Ghana’s Political Crossroads: Calls Grow for Fresh Leadership Beyond NDC and NPP

By Lamin Guèye  ACCRA, GHANA – As Ghana approaches its next presidential election cycle, the nation finds itself at a critical…

Raila Odinga Calls for Patience as Kenyans Await 2027 Elections

Nairobi, Kenya - In a recent address at a funeral in Machakos County, Raila Odinga, the leader of the Orange…

Can Cummings Rewrite His Story? Liberia Eyes a Familiar Face as 2029 Approaches

Monrovia, Liberia - With the dust still settling from the contentious 2023 presidential election, Liberians are already looking ahead to 2029,…

Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr Gains Momentum: Supporters Call for Presidential Run

FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE - Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr is increasingly being seen as a potential future leader of Sierra Leone, with…

Kalonzo Musyoka Fuels Speculation, Hints at 2027 Reunion with Uhuru Kenyatta

Nairobi, Kenya - Wiper Democratic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka has ignited a political firestorm, dropping hints of a potential alliance with…

Uganda and DRC Sign Landmark Agreement to Combat Cross-Border Crime and Boost Trade

By Patrice Katuma Mahagi Territory, DR Congo - In a significant step towards fostering peace and security, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have signed a crucial agreement aimed…

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Williams Urges African Governments to Empower Private Sector for Accelerated Development

By Emily Sims SEOUL, South Korea - In a compelling address, respected labor market specialist and public policy professional Jones N. Williams has urged African governments to fundamentally re-evaluate their…

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Julius Maada Bio’s Legacy: A President Torn Between Progress and Peril in Sierra Leone

By Esther Edoh Freetown, Sierra Leone – As President Julius Maada Bio nears the end of his second and final term, Sierra Leone stands at a critical juncture, reflecting on a…

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President Tinubu Grants Landmark Presidential Pardon to Herbert Macaulay, 174 Others

By Abu Hassan Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has approved a significant exercise of the presidential prerogative of mercy, granting pardons to 175 individuals, including Nigeria's revered nationalist, Herbert Macaulay,…

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FIFA Investment in African Football Surpasses $1 Billion, Infantino Announces in Kinshasa

By Patrice Katuma KINSHASA, DRC – FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced last week that the organization's financial commitment to African football has exceeded $1 billion since the launch of the FIFA…

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Liberia Gears Up for Extensive Infrastructure Push, Civil Works to Commence October 15

By Sara Camara MONROVIA, Liberia – Liberia's Ministry of Public Works is set to launch a nationwide offensive on dilapidated road infrastructure, announcing October 15th as the official commencement date for…

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Rehabilitation a Priority as President Boakai Mobilizes Nation in Anti-Drug Fight, Equips LDEA with New Fleet

By Sara Camera MONROVIA, LIBERIA – Liberian President Joseph Boakai has called for a radical shift in the national strategy against drug abuse and trafficking, urging every citizen to take active…

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Millions Still Trapped in Poverty Despite Nigeria’s Economic Gains

By Emmanuel Sikena Abuja, Nigeria - Despite a Nigerian economy showing signs of stabilization and bolstered by abundant natural resources, a staggering number of citizens remain ensnared in poverty, according to…

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Horrific Allegations Emerge in South African Court: Farm Workers Forced to Feed Murdered Women to Pigs

By James Vusi Polokwane, South Africa - In a chilling account that has sent shockwaves through South Africa, a farm worker has testified in court detailing how he was allegedly forced…

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Madagascar President Claims Illegal Power Seizure Underway Amid Escalating Dissatisfaction and Military Rebuke

By Peter Halima Antananarivo, Madagascar – The office of Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has issued a dramatic statement claiming that an attempt to seize power illegally and unconstitutionally is currently underway…

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Cameroon Grapples with Age-Old Leadership as Nonagenarian President Seeks Eighth Term Amidst Youthful Discontent

By Isaac Okoro Yaoundé, Cameroon – As Cameroon heads to the polls this Sunday for its presidential election, the nation faces a stark generational divide. At the forefront of the race…

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