Canada Heads to the Polls April 28, 2025, as Prime Minister Carney Blasts Trump, Citing “Betrayal”

OTTAWA, ON - In a stunning turn of events, former Bank of England and Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney, who assumed the prime minister position a few days ago after…

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Central African Republic President’s Third Term Bid Ignites ‘Democracy Derailment’ Fears

By Isaac Okoro BANGUI, Central African Republic – President Faustin-Archange Touadera of the Central African Republic (CAR) has confirmed he will seek a third presidential term, a move that has ignited…

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Liberia: Open communication to the executive, judicial, and legislative branches of government, including the people of Liberia

By Fatumata Kamara Monrovia, Liberia – Amidst persistent challenges in waste management, the Monrovia City Corporation (MCC) and Paynesville City Corporation (PCC) have aggressively moved forward with a critical initiative…

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Ruto Cabinet Approves 90,000 Youth Job Opportunities with KSh 6,000 Stipend: NYOTA Programme Applications Underway

By Daniel Niyongabo NAIROBI, Kenya – In a significant boost for youth employment, President William Ruto's Cabinet has endorsed the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme, a World Bank-sponsored initiative…

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UN Deputy Chief Urges ‘Bold Action’ to Transform Food Systems Amid Global Crises at Addis Ababa Summit

By Peter Halima ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has issued a fervent call for global leaders to intensify efforts to transform food systems, describing them as…

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Trump Imposes 30% Tariff on South African Imports Amid Deepening Diplomatic Strain

By Emily Sims WASHINGTON D.C. – President Donald Trump has officially announced a sweeping 30% tariff on South African products exported to the United States, effective August 7. The decision, which…

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Tanzania Enacts Sweeping Ban: Non-Citizens Barred Including Other Africans from 15 Key Business Sectors Immediately

By Patrice Katuma DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA – The Tanzanian government has enacted a stringent new directive that immediately bars non-citizens, including Nigerian and other African nationals, from operating in 15…

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Bank of Ghana tightens rules on remittances amid compliance failures

By Abu Hassan Accra, Ghana - The headline "Bank of Ghana tightens rules on remittances amid compliance failures" indicates a significant move by Ghana's central bank to exert more control…

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Ghana Balances Openness with Local Protection in Foreign Investment Policy

By Lamin Guèye Accra, Ghana – Ghana continues to position itself as an attractive destination for foreign investment, offering broad opportunities for international businesses to own and operate enterprises, including 100%…

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American National Jailed in Liberia for Alleged $4.8 Billion Mineral Fraud Scheme

By Sara Camara MONROVIA, LIBERIA – An American national has been incarcerated in Liberia after being indicted for allegedly defrauding a foreign company and the Liberian government of over US$4.8 billion…

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Benin Boosts Tourism and Diaspora Ties as Ciara Becomes Citizen Under New Descendants Law

By Abu Hassan Cotonou, Benin – American Grammy-winning artist Ciara has become one of the first high-profile figures to be granted citizenship of Benin, under a groundbreaking new law designed to…

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Liberian Businesses Decry Lax Enforcement of Liberianization Policy, Demand Government Action

By Sara Camara MONROVIA, LIBERIA – A pervasive sense of frustration is gripping Liberia's small business community and informal sector, as a cross-section of operators decries the government's perceived failure to…

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Tanzania’s Protectionist Trade Ban Sparks Regional Row, Drawing Kenyan Ire

By Peter Halima Dar es Salaam, Tanzania/Nairobi, Kenya – Tanzania has ignited a fresh diplomatic and economic row within the East African Community (EAC) by unilaterally barring foreign nationals from owning…

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Ivory Coast President Ouattara, 83, Announces Contentious Fourth Term Bid Amidst Democratic Concerns

By Lamin Guèye Abidjan, Ivory Coast – At 83 years old, President Alassane Ouattara of Ivory Coast has declared his intention to seek a fourth term in office for the October…

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Sierra Leone’s Emerging Investment Profile: A Frontier of Opportunity

By Jones N. Williams WEST AFRICA, 30th July 2025 - Sierra Leone, a nation celebrated for its resilience and rich natural endowments, is increasingly stepping onto the global stage as…

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Liberia’s Investment Profile: Navigating Opportunities Amidst Resolvable Challenges

By Jones N. Williams WEST AFRICA, 30th July 2025 - Liberia, a nation with a rich history and a resilient spirit, is steadily working to rebuild its economy and attract…

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