Nigerians across the country marked Democracy Day on Thursday, June 12, 2025, reflecting on 26 years of uninterrupted civilian rule in the country. The day was a mixture of celebration …
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Build One South Africa (BOSA), the political party led by former Democratic Alliance (DA) leader Mmusi Maimane, has officially tabled its first piece of legislation – the Fair Pay Bill …
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South Africa to Ratify Landmark High Seas Treaty Within a Year
South Africa has officially pledged to ratify the historic High Seas Treaty within the next year, a move that reinforces its commitment to global marine biodiversity protection. This development was …
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Uganda Eyes 7% Economic Growth in 2025 as Oil Production Begins
Uganda’s Finance Minister, Matia Kasaija, says the country’s economy is expected to grow by at least 7% in the fiscal year starting July 2025. This optimistic projection comes at a …
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Tanzania Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Education
Today, as Africa observes the International Day of the African Child under the theme “Planning and Budgeting for Children’s Rights”, Tanzania has seized the moment to reaffirm its strong commitment …
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The South African Cabinet has officially banned the importation of Terbufos, a highly toxic organophosphate pesticide, following its link to the tragic deaths of six children in Soweto’s Naledi area …
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Malawi Presidential Race: Thoko Banda Vows to Lead by September
LILONGWE — Independent presidential aspirant Thoko Banda has vowed to emerge as the frontrunner by September 1, just two weeks before Malawians go to the polls on September 16, 2025. …
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IMF Demands Fiscal Discipline and Forex Reforms as Zimbabwe Pushes for Economic Recovery
HARARE, ZIMBABWE — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is pressing Zimbabwe’s government to take bold and sustained steps to fix its economy. The global lender wants the country to show …
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Ethiopia Establishes Disaster Risk Response Fund Amid Global Aid Cuts
Parliament has voted to establish the Ethiopian Disaster Risk Response Fund, in a landmark move designed to reduce the country’s growing reliance on foreign aid in the face of recurring …
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Nigeria Owes Over $19.5m in UN Dues Despite Global Funding Crisis
Nigeria has only paid about 36 per cent of its financial contributions to the United Nations (UN) over the past five years, raising concerns about the country’s commitment to its …