U.S. consumer confidence falls for fifth straight month amid tariff and inflation concerns
Americans’ confidence in the U.S. economy weakened further in December, as persistent inflation and President Donald Trump’s tariff policies deepened public anxiety about the nation’s financial outlook. According to data…
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Visa-free destinations for Nigerians
Nigerians can travel to several non-African countries without requiring a visa, providing greater freedom for tourism, business, and cultural exchange. Despite Nigeria’s relatively low passport ranking, which limits access to…
DRC issues arrest warrant for Corneille Nangaa over Human rights violations
The Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) military justice system has issued an arrest warrant for Corneille Nangaa, accusing him of failing to prevent acts of torture under his authority. The…
NCAA criticizes Kenya Airways over Nigerian passenger incident
Kenya Airways has come under scrutiny from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) following a viral social media video depicting a heated altercation between a Nigerian passenger and the airline’s…
Gabon embraces digitalization for transport and urban upgrade
Gabon is embracing cutting-edge technology to modernize public services and upgrade key urban infrastructure, reinforcing its position as a leader in e-governance. Agreement Signed for Digitalization Initiative On Wednesday, Gabon’s…
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 from Mexico for one month following a security and trade agreement with…
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 Republic of Congo (DRC), have declared a unilateral ceasefire to facilitate humanitarian…
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 response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Chinese products. Additionally, Beijing unveiled…
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 columnist for the Nigerian Tribune, is a contributor to USAfricaonline.com When I…
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, potentially eliminating some programs while shifting others to different government agencies, according…
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 (USAID), has strongly criticized the Trump administration's proposed merger of USAID into…
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 for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) programme. Speaking after the FEC meeting on…
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 of the most formidable military forces in West Africa, ensuring its critical…
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 the United States to reconsider President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from…
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 (PEPFAR), the world's leading HIV initiative, is exempt from the 90-day suspension…
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, imposing a 25% duty on a broad range of U.S. imports. During…
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