Soccer: Africa Cup of Nations kicks off; Senegal, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Morocco, Egypt clash
Morocco carry a huge weight of expectation into their opening game at the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday as the hosts, with star man Achraf Hakimi returning from injury,…
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Senegal eyes stronger tax compliance to reduce IMF dependence
In a renewed push to strengthen domestic revenue and curb its reliance on external funding, Senegal is set to implement more rigorous tax compliance measures, according to Prime Minister Ousmane…
Weaponization of poverty and Amaechi’s audacity of hypocrisy. By Enyinnaya Appolos
Indeed, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, the former Governor of Bayelsa State, was deliberate, incisive, and courageous when he subtly jabbed political power merchants like Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, and their…
Trump seeks direct call with Xi amid stalled U.S.-China trade wars
As U.S.-China trade tensions escalate once again, President Donald Trump is pushing for a direct phone conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping in hopes of reviving stalled negotiations. Although the…
Obama accuses Republicans of threatening Americans’ health coverage
In a rare public statement, former President Barack Obama has criticized efforts in Congress that could lead to significant reductions in healthcare access, warning that millions of Americans are at…
Newark mayor sues U.S. attorney over arrest, citing political retaliation
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has taken legal action against New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor, claiming his recent arrest at a federal immigration detention facility was politically motivated and orchestrated to…
U.S.: Senate Parliamentarian poised to shape fate of GOP budget bill
While largely unknown to the general public and unelected by any voter, one official is preparing to play a pivotal role in the fate of a major legislative effort on…
Nigeria’s defence chief recommends full border fencing to tackle cross-border militancy
In response to growing security challenges, Nigeria’s top military official has proposed a bold new strategy—constructing complete fences along the nation’s borders with its four neighbouring countries to help stop…
U.S. job openings rise in April as layoffs increase and economic uncertainty grows
Amid growing concerns about economic volatility and policy uncertainty, the U.S. labor market showed mixed signals in April, with a notable rise in job openings coupled with a significant uptick…
Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s novel, ‘Weep Not, Child’, impacted young Africans, others. By Yusuf Bangura
I’m saddened to learn about Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s death—one of the greats of African literature. The Nobel prize eluded him, but he shaped the minds of many young Africans. We…
Federal Republic of Loans. 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 Reasonable people…
14 countries offering fast-track permanent residency options in 2025
As global mobility becomes increasingly desirable, a growing number of countries are streamlining their permanent residency (PR) processes in 2025, offering faster, more accessible pathways for skilled professionals, investors, retirees,…
Kenya approves Moniepoint’s entry via acquisition of Sumac microfinance bank
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has granted regulatory clearance for Moniepoint Inc. to acquire a 78% stake in Sumac Microfinance Bank Limited, concluding that the deal poses no threat…
Over 60 killed by herdsmen in a fresh Benue State attack
Benue State experienced a tragic weekend marked by deadly violence, as coordinated attacks by armed herdsmen and a separate communal clash claimed the lives of over 60 individuals and left…
China implements visa-free policy for select Latin American travelers
Latin American tourists are pouring into China following the implementation of Beijing’s new unilateral visa-free policy, which took effect on Sunday. Under the new policy, ordinary passport holders from…
China accuses U.S. of undermining trade truce with new export controls
Tensions between the United States and China flared once again on Monday, June 2, 2025, as Beijing accused the Trump administration of breaching the terms of a recently established trade…
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