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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Rivers and an Emperor’s Road to Harakiri. By Chidi Amuta
Special USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Dr. Chidi Amuta, author and scholar in African literature, politics and political economy of Africa,…
Cameroon bans discussing President Biya’s health, “a matter of national security”
“The head of state is the principal institution of the republic, and discussions on his condition are a matter of national security." AFP: Biya, the world's oldest leader, has not…
Sudan: RSF leader Hemedti accuses Egypt of airstrikes in Sudan conflict
The leader of Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, also known as Hemedti, has accused Egypt of conducting airstrikes against his forces. In a recorded speech released…
Cameroon government dismisses rumors on President Biya’s health
Cameroonian government officials have refuted widespread reports on social and mainstream media suggesting that the country’s 91-year-old president, Paul Biya, is unwell. In a formal statement, officials confirmed that President…
Amnesty International calls for death penalty abolition in three African countries
Amnesty International has called on Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Gambia to officially abolish the death penalty, urging them to lead by example for other nations worldwide. The international human rights organization…
Nigerian man remanded in South Africa for R3 million romance scam
A 39-year-old Nigerian national, Gabriel Okori, has been remanded in custody in South Africa after being charged with defrauding a woman of R3 million in a romance scam. Okori, who…
Qatar University opens applications for fully funded international scholarships
Qatar University has officially opened applications for its prestigious scholarship program, which offers financial support to international students pursuing undergraduate degrees. This scholarship provides a comprehensive package to help students…
Kenyan Deputy President impeached amid allegations of corruption and ethnic division
Kenya’s National Assembly voted on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, citing charges that include self-enrichment and inciting ethnic discord. The Speaker of the House, Moses…
Nigeria’s Presidency, Wike, Fubara and the crisis in Rivers State. 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 Omóníjó (A…
In Nigeria, the voter becomes the fool, the elected becomes the king. By Asiegbu Agwu Nkpa
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US- "An Idiot is an idiot. Two Idiots are idiots. Ten thousand Idiots are a political party." — Franz Kafka Franz…
U.S. raises concerns over Congolese cobalt and child labour
In September, the U.S. Department of Labor included cobalt from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on its list of goods potentially produced through forced or child labor. This designation…
Canadian woman arrested at Lagos airport
A 41-year-old Canadian woman, Adrienne Munju, has been apprehended by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. She was caught attempting to…
Canada revenue agency issue advanced workers benefit payments
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is scheduled to issue the next Advanced Canada Workers Benefit (ACWB) payment on October 11, 2024, providing crucial financial support to low-income workers and their…
Ghanaians demand action against illegal mining
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Ghana's capital, Accra, to demand an end to illegal mining, commonly referred to as "Galamsey." The widespread protests reflected the growing frustration…
Gov. Fubara warns LG chairmen avoid “emperor” attitude — a swipe at embattled Wike
The Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has sworn-in the newly-elected 23 council chairmen on Sunday, October 6, 2024. The embattled leader cautioned them to avoid the attitude of an…
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