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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Enugu State signs $100 million deal with Austrian firm to overhaul water infrastructure
The Enugu State Government has secured a landmark $100 million agreement with Austrian company WANDE NEXUS to revamp its water infrastructure, with the goal of ensuring sustainable and equitable access…
Biden pledges U.S. commitment to Africa, focuses on Angola and legacy of slavery
On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, U.S. President Joe Biden reaffirmed America’s long-term engagement with Africa during a meeting with Angolan President João Lourenço in Luanda, marking Biden’s only visit to…
Guinea: At least 56 killed in stampede during football match
Guinea has declared three days of national mourning, starting Tuesday, December 2024, following the tragic deaths of at least 56 people in a stampede during a football match in Nzérékoré…
Senegalese PM retains role as Ndiaye becomes National Assembly President
Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko announced on Monday, December 2, 2024, that he will remain in his current role rather than assume the presidency of the national assembly. The decision…
DRC: ADF attack leaves 10 dead and several abducted
At least 10 people have been killed, and an undetermined number of others kidnapped, in an attack by extremist rebels linked to the Islamic State (IS) in eastern Democratic Republic…
Zimbabwe Court rules against abortion ban for rape victims and underage girls
Zimbabwe’s High Court has declared unconstitutional a law prohibiting abortion services for women raped by their husbands and for girls under the age of 18. In a groundbreaking ruling delivered…
Namibia election: Can Nandi-Ndaitwah secure a historic victory for SWAPO?
Namibia stands at the threshold of a historic milestone as Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah appears poised to become the country’s first female president. With two-thirds of the votes from last…
A plea against suicide. By Suyi Ayodele
USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet Ayodele, a columnist for the Nigerian Tribune is a contributor to USAfricaonline.com December 15, 1970, was…
Peter Obi advocates public consensus on tax reforms
Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has called on the federal government to secure Nigerians’ consensus before implementing the tax reform bills currently under consideration by the National Assembly. In…
Elon Musk intensifies legal battle against OpenAI
Elon Musk has intensified his legal efforts against OpenAI, seeking a court injunction to halt the company’s transition to a for-profit structure. Musk claims the move is “illegal” and warns…
Nigeria secures $2.2 billion in eurobond auction to address fiscal deficit
Nigeria has successfully raised $2.2 billion through its latest Eurobond auction, marking a significant step in its efforts to address a widening fiscal deficit. This issuance, the first since March…
Nigeria’s leadership and governance without strategy. By Asiegbu Agwu Nkpa
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Asiegbu Agwu Nkpa, contributor of opinion/commentary Leadership is a delicate balancing act that requires very…
Biden pardons son amid legal and political controversy
U.S. President Joe Biden has granted an official pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, who faced sentencing in two criminal cases. The move, announced on Sunday, comes despite previous assurances…
Canada leverages immigration to address labor shortages
Canada is addressing its labor shortages by relying on immigration to sustain its workforce and fuel economic growth. Immigrants are filling critical roles in healthcare, transportation, construction, business, and technology,…
Belgium recognizes sex work with full labor rights
Belgium has established a new benchmark in Europe by formally recognizing sex work as a legitimate profession, granting sex workers the same employment rights and protections as those in other…
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