Wayne Lumbasi The United States has stepped up military support for Nigeria by delivering new supplies aimed at strengthening the country’s fight against insurgency and violent crime, reinforcing a long-standing security partnership between Africa’s most populous nation and its most important defence ally. The delivery, confirmed by U.S. Africa Command, forms part of ongoing cooperation […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Ugandan authorities have ordered a nationwide internet shutdown just days before the country heads to the polls, a move that has raised alarm among rights groups and opposition figures ahead of a tightly controlled election. The blackout was announced on Tuesday, two days before voting, as President Yoweri Museveni seeks to extend his […]
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Faith Nyasuguta The United States government has announced plans to end deportation protections and work permits for some Somali nationals living in the country, a decision that is already stirring controversy and is expected to face legal challenges. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said on Tuesday that the administration of President Donald Trump would terminate […]
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Wayne Lumbasi Ghana has taken a major step toward restoring stability in its energy sector after paying $1.47 billion in longstanding power-related debts, a move that eases financial pressures and strengthens confidence among electricity producers and suppliers. For years, unpaid bills had strained the sector, depleting guarantees, delaying payments to gas suppliers and independent power […]
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Wayne Lumbasi U.S President Donald Trump has announced that countries maintaining commercial ties with Iran will be subject to a 25% tariff on all trade with the United States, a move that could significantly affect global trade relations. The declaration, made on Trump’s Truth Social platform, signals an escalation in economic pressure aimed at isolating […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Somalia has officially cancelled all agreements with the United Arab Emirates, ending cooperation across key sectors including ports, security and defence, in a move that signals a sharp escalation in tensions between Mogadishu and Abu Dhabi. The Somali government says the decision was taken to protect the country’s unity, sovereignty and political independence. […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Russia is moving to widen visa-free travel to four additional African countries in a bid to boost tourism, strengthen diplomatic and economic ties, and exploit openings created by tighter United States visa policies. The proposed expansion would see Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Eswatini added to Russia’s growing list of African partners enjoying reciprocal […]
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Maina wa Njuguna President Donald Trump has often boasted of his the deal making expertise. Well, the GREENLAND SAGA will be the ultimate proof in the pudding of his PROWESS, and the whole world is watching closely. This is Trump’s, and by extension the U.S. last shot at acquiring last northern frontier island. Will president […]
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Wayne Lumbasi Kenya has granted an exemption to major United States multinational companies from its newly introduced 15% minimum corporate tax, allowing firms such as Google, Meta, and Amazon to continue paying tax solely under U.S. rules. The exemption follows recent adjustments to the global minimum tax framework agreed under the Organisation for Economic Co-operation […]
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Wayne Lumbasi President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States is weighing possible military action against Iran as nationwide protests and a forceful security crackdown heighten tensions between Washington and Tehran. Speaking to reporters, Trump said the U.S. military is reviewing “very strong options” in response to developments in Iran, signaling that the administration […]
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