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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Singapore revamps work permit system to attract global talent
Singapore has announced significant updates to its work permit system, set to take effect in January 2025. These changes encompass salary thresholds, eligibility requirements, and work pass categories for foreign…
Ghana Finance Minister seeks IMF support to revive economy
Ghana’s incoming Minister of Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced plans to secure additional funding from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to stabilize the country’s struggling economy. Speaking on Thursday…
Africa investment forum secures $7.6 billion investment interest for Nigeria
The 2024 Africa Investment Forum (AIF) has garnered $7.6 billion in investment interest for Nigeria, according to Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB). The announcement was…
U.S job growth raises concerns for naira stability amid high interest rate outlook
The United States economy posted a stronger-than-expected jobs report for December, creating 256,000 jobs compared to economists’ forecast of 160,000. This robust performance signals a resilient labor market and is…
Anambra and battle with gunmen, kidnappers and hoodlums. By Chris Aniedobe
USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. The Governor of Anambra State of Nigeria, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, continues to attract questions and…
Return of the Amerıcan “Jaguda” President. By Chidi Amuta
Dr. Chidi Amuta, Executive Editor of USAfricaonline.com and USAfrica magazine (Houston), since 1993, is based in Lagos, Nigeria The “Jaguda” is a sort of rough -hewn familiar type in Nigerian…
USAfrica: Peter Obi as APC’s nightmare. By Amarike Akpoke
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Amarike Akpoke is a Contributing Analyst to USAfricaonline.com In a striking twist of political…
Deadly attack on Chad’s Presidential complex claims 19 lives
At least 19 people were killed in a violent confrontation in Chad after security forces repelled an attack by armed fighters targeting the presidential complex in N’Djamena. The incident, which…
Mozambique opposition leader return sparks turmoil
Mozambique’s main opposition leader, Venâncio Mondlane, returned from exile on Thursday, January 9, 2025, amid heightened tensions, as security forces deployed tear gas to disperse hundreds of supporters gathered near…
USAfrica: Jimmy Carter, the man who waged peace, not war. By Chido Nwangwu
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. By Chido Nwangwu. Follow on X (Twitter) @Chido247 At President Jimmy Carter’s Nobel Prize Lecture in Oslo on…
After gifts and parties, did you get the Christmas message? By Bishop Felix Orji
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, first African-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Dr. Felix Orji, OSB, is the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of All Nations, a…
Kemi-Mutabaruka parallelism and the crossroads of identity. By Chris Uchenna Agbedo
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first African-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Agbedo is a Professor of Linguistics, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and a contributing analyst…
Mahama sworn in as Ghana’s President, promises economic revival and youth empowerment
Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama was sworn into office on Tuesday following his victory in the December presidential election. The inauguration ceremony took place at the iconic Black Star Square…
Trump tells Canada to consider merging with U.S
USAfricaonline.com: The returning President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, has said that the opportunity for Canada to merge with the United States has become more realistic — especially…
Petrol War: Let the prince walk naked. 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 Omo N’Oba…
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