Opposition parties insist he’s plotting to be President-for-life; Touadera vs 6 opponents battle in CAR
Six presidential candidates will face off against the Central African Republic's incumbent leader Faustin Archange Touadera on Saturday (December 27, 2025). The opposition has accused Touadera, first elected in 2016,…
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Rivers Gov. Fubara to swear-in today LG Chairmen elected yesterday
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Tunisians vote in Presidential election amid opposition boycott calls
Tunisians are voting today in a presidential election that the opposition has criticized as neither free nor fair. President Kais Saied, who is seeking a second term, faces accusations of…
Protests erupt in Tunisia ahead of election
Large crowds of Tunisians have once again taken to the streets to express growing dissatisfaction with President Kais Saied, as the presidential election, scheduled for October 6, approaches. Demonstrators accuse…
Tensions escalate in Kenya over deputy President’s impeachment
Supporters and critics of Kenya’s Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua, clashed on Friday, October 4, 2024, during public forums discussing the impeachment motion against him. The motion, introduced earlier this week…
30 countries confirm participation in BRICS summit
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov held a news briefing on Thursday, October 3, 2024, to discuss the upcoming BRICS summit scheduled to take place in Russia later this month.…
With neither fanfare nor flourish: for Yakubu Gowon at 90. By Chidi Amuta
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first African-owned, US-based newspaper published on the Internet. Dr. Chidi Amuta is Executive Editor of USAfrica, since 1993 Between 1967 and 1970, Nigeria narrowly…
New withholding tax regime set to begin January 2025
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced that the newly gazetted withholding tax regulations will take effect starting January 1, 2025. In an official notice signed by FIRS Executive…
U.S. increases investment thresholds for international entrepreneur
Effective October 1, 2024, the U.S. will raise the minimum investment and revenue thresholds for the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER), a program that allows foreign entrepreneurs to establish and grow…
UK issues travel warning for British tourists in UAE amid regional tensions
The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has issued a warning to British tourists traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including Dubai, due to growing concerns over escalating…
South Africa unveils new visa reforms to boost economy
South Africa is set to implement significant visa reforms, including a points-based system for skilled workers and a remote work visa, in an effort to attract top talent and tourists.…
Uche Okwukwu declares bid for Ohanaeze Ndígbo President-General
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USAfrica: Why Achebe’s ‘Things Fall Apart’ TV series matter. By Chido Nwangwu
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Senegal: Opposition coalition names Former President Macky Sall as lead candidate
Senegal's upcoming legislative elections on November 17 are being closely watched as a critical precursor to the March 2024 presidential race. These elections are seen as a key indicator of…
USAfrica: Justice Kekere-Ekun’s burden of past controversies. 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 On 30th day of September 2024,…
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