Wayne Lumbasi Ghana will introduce visa-free travel for all African nationals beginning May 25, 2026, marking a major step toward improving mobility across the continent. The new travel policy will take effect on Africa Day, an annual celebration of African unity and solidarity, and is expected to significantly reduce barriers that have historically limited movement […]
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Wayne Lumbasi Growing global concern has emerged following reports that the European Union is considering plans to relocate rejected asylum seekers to several African countries, including Rwanda, Uganda and Ghana. The discussions come as European governments seek new ways to address increasing migration pressures and manage the rising number of asylum applications across the region. […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Egypt has pledged to finance and help mobilize funding for key water infrastructure projects in Uganda’s Nile basin, marking a significant step in deepening cooperation between the two countries. The commitment was announced in a joint communique released after high-level ministerial talks held in Cairo, where both sides emphasized shared interests in sustainable […]
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Wayne Lumbasi The United States government has raised fresh concerns over corruption in Kenya, warning that widespread graft within government institutions continues to hinder fair trade and discourage foreign investment. The concerns were outlined in the latest National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers released by the Office of the United States Trade Representative. […]
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Wayne Lumbasi Nigeria’s National Assembly has approved an expanded $49.4 billion national budget for 2026, one of the largest spending plans in the country’s history. The revised budget increases the government’s original proposal and reflects the administration’s commitment to accelerate economic reforms, strengthen infrastructure development, and address key fiscal obligations under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. […]
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Wayne Lumbasi The DR Congo national football team have made history after qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending a wait of more than five decades and marking their first appearance at the tournament since 1974, when they competed as the Zaire national football team. Their qualification was secured in dramatic fashion with a […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Kenya’s former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of massive financial mismanagement in the rollout of the country’s new healthcare system, alleging that up to Sh103 billion ($792 million) may have been lost. The controversy centers on the Social Health Authority (SHA), a newly established state agency designed to replace the […]
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