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FGN removes VAT and customs duties on cooking gas imports
The Ministry of Finance has officially communicated the Federal Government's decision to eliminate VAT and customs duty payments…
ECOWAS addresses regional crises and sanctions, focus on Niger’s transition
Leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) convened for a summit addressing the regional crisis…
Bronny James makes impactful defensive debut for USC after cardiac recovery
In his collegiate debut for the University of Southern California, Bronny James showcased his defensive prowess, marking a…
Egypt’s presidential election amid regional turmoil
Egyptians are set to cast their votes on Sunday, December 10, 2023, in a presidential election, a significant…
East African force withdraws from DRC amidst criticisms and regional shifts
The withdrawal of the East African force (EAC-RF) deployed in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of…
Controversy surrounds approval of Burundi’s electoral commission composition
Burundi's National Assembly granted approval to the composition of the Independent National Electoral Commission (Ceni) on Thursday, securing…
Egypt’s election: Anticipated victory for Sissi amidst economic concerns
Egypt is in the final stages of preparations for its upcoming presidential election, scheduled to occur from Sunday,…
Kenya halts privatization of state entities amid opposition appeal
A court has issued a suspension on the privatization proceedings of 11 state-owned entities in Kenya, including the…
Burundi’s former prime minister sentenced to life in prison
A former general has been found guilty on various charges, including attempting to overthrow the government, illicit enrichment,…
U.S has vetoed UN resolution for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas-Palestine war
On Friday, December 8, 2023, the United States exercised its veto power in the United Nations Security Council,…
USAfrica: The President as African King. 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…
U.S. court upholds gag order on Trump, modifies restrictions in federal criminal case
On Friday, December 8, 2023, a U.S. appeals court issued a comprehensive affirmation of a judicially imposed gag…