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Trump pauses Mexico tariffs for diplomatic negotiations
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to pause the enforcement of 25% tariffs on imports…
M23 Rebels announce ceasefire in Goma Eastern Congo
Rebels backed by Rwanda, who recently seized control of Goma, a strategically significant city in the eastern Democratic…
China imposes retaliatory tariffs and launches google antitrust investigation
China announced on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, that it would impose retaliatory tariffs on multiple U.S. imports in…
Amaechi, El-Rufai and Alákedun. By Suyi Ayodele
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first African-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Suyi Ayodele, a…
Trump considers executive action to dismantle education department
(CBS News) - President Donald Trump is reportedly considering executive action to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education,…
Former USAID Global Health Director criticizes Trump administration’s overhaul
(CBSN) - Dr. Atul Gawande, former director of Global Health at the United States Agency for International Development…
FEC approves $1.07 billion for healthcare reforms under HOPE programme
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved $1.07 billion for healthcare sector reforms under the Human Capital Opportunities…
Boakai vows to strengthen Liberia’s military for national and regional security
President Joseph Nyumah Boakai has reaffirmed his commitment to transforming the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) into one…
WHO calls for global support as U.S. withdrawal threatens key health initiatives
(AP) - The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) has called on health officials worldwide to encourage…
U.S. clarifies exemptions for life-saving HIV treatment amid aid suspension
On Saturday, February 1, 2025, the U.S. State Department announced that the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief…
Canada retaliates with tariffs on U.S. imports amid escalating trade tensions
Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, has announced retaliatory tariffs in response to President Donald Trump’s new trade levies,…
Ramaphosa to engage Trump over suspension aid
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed his willingness on Monday, February 3, 2025, to engage with former U.S.…
Burkina Faso introduces first AES passport amid regional transition
In a historic moment for Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré has become the first individual to receive the…
USAfrica: Debunking the myth of Igbo cultural subjugation in Ikwerre. By Asiegbu Agwu Nkpa
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet The argument…
Kagame and Ramaphosa clash over M23 Rebel crisis in Eastern Congo
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has strongly criticized his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa, following allegations that Rwanda is…