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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Uche Okwukwu declares bid for Ohanaeze Ndígbo President-General
Igbo Leader from Ikwerre, Barr. Uche Okwukwu, Announces Bid for Ohanaeze Ndígbo President-General. Barr. Uche Okwukwu, an influential…
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…
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…
Libya parliament appoints new central bank governor
Libya's eastern parliament has appointed Naji Mohamed Issa Belqasem as the new governor of the central bank, following…
Presidential aspirant sentenced to 12 years in prison
Tunisian politician Ayachi Zammel, a candidate in the upcoming October 6 presidential election, has been sentenced to 12…