Faith Nyasuguta Ghana heads to the polls on Saturday, with public frustration over soaring prices, unemployment, and economic instability shaping the general election. The stakes are high as the nation’s democratic credentials face a litmus test in the face of widespread disillusionment. Outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo and the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) have seen […]
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Faith Nyasuguta In a landmark decision, South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa (pictured Right) announced a relaxation of visa requirements for Nigerian visitors, a move aimed at strengthening ties and boosting economic cooperation between the two nations. Nigerian tourists can now apply for visas without submitting their passports, while eligible business professionals will benefit from five-year […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Namibia has turned a new page in its political history by electing its first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Garnering 57% of the vote in last week’s presidential election, the 72-year-old defied expectations of a runoff and cemented the ruling Swapo party’s grip on power, which began at independence in 1990. In her victory […]
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Faith Nyasuguta In Africa, alcohol occupies a fascinating intersection, celebrated at social gatherings yet banned outright in some nations. What drives these prohibitions? The reasons run deeper than you might think. Religiously, in Muslim-majority nations like Libya, Mauritania, and Sudan, alcohol is forbidden, deemed haram (unlawful) under Islamic teachings. These bans are more than policies; […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Nigeria is ramping up efforts to secure a coveted spot within the BRICS bloc, its New Development Bank (NDB), and the G20. These moves are part of President Bola Tinubu’s vision to elevate Nigeria’s influence in Africa and beyond while reducing its dependency on Western-led financial systems. Currently in Cape Town, South Africa, […]
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Faith Nyasuguta This year’s World Athlete of the Year awards in Monaco celebrated the outstanding achievements of Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo and Sifan Hassan, who secured the top prizes in their respective categories. Letsile Tebogo made history by becoming Botswana’s first Olympic champion at the Paris Games, where he set a new record in the men’s […]
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Faith Nyasuguta China has implemented a zero-tariff policy benefiting 33 African nations, marking a significant step in strengthening China-Africa trade relations. This initiative, announced during the September China-Africa Forum, is part of a wider strategy to foster industrial growth and cooperation with developing nations across the Global South. Under this policy, China has eliminated tariffs […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Ethiopia’s relationship with Russia goes beyond bilateral trade, extending into cultural exchange, as evidenced by the launch of Ethiopia’s first Sambo center. The opening of this center is part of Russia’s strategic efforts to strengthen its bond with the East African nation through sports and science collaboration. Sambo, a contemporary fighting sport and […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Buoyed by the global impact of his 650,000 barrels per day refinery and petrochemical plant, Africa’s business mogul, Aliko Dangote, is advancing Dangote Industries’ reach to Angola, with a primary focus on the cement and oil sectors. This initiative aligns with Dangote’s broader strategy to expand his industrial presence across Africa through acquiring […]
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Faith Nyasuguta Namibian politician Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is on the brink of making history as she is projected to become Namibia’s first female president. With her party, the South West Africa People’s Organization (SWAPO), leading with about 54% of the votes, Nandi-Ndaitwah’s potential presidency marks a significant milestone for the country. Nandi-Ndaitwah’s journey to this historic […]
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