Burkina Faso has announced that it will no longer charge visa fees for African citizens, in a move aimed at boosting regional integration and tourism. Burkina Faso announced the removal of visa fees for African citizens to enhance regional integration and tourism. Travelers must still complete an online visa application process for approval. The decision…
The government of Eswatini has rejected U.S. claims of a deportation agreement, insisting it has not received any request to take in a migrant at the center of President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown. Eswatini denied claims of a deportation agreement with the U.S., stating it was not contacted regarding the matter. The case involves Kilmar…
First Vice President of South Sudan, Riek Machar, has been accused of murder, treason, and crimes against humanity, according to Justice Minister Ruben Madol. South Sudan’s First Vice President Riek Machar faces significant accusations, including treason and crimes against humanity. These charges are linked to alleged involvement with the March attacks and have sparked tension…
The fuel scarcity scare in Africa’s most populous country, Nigeria, which seemed to have begun this week, has been nipped in the bud, subsequent to high-level deliberations. Fuel scarcity issues in Nigeria have been resolved through negotiations between Dangote Refinery and NUPENG. A two-day strike led by NUPENG highlighted concerns over union rights for drivers…
U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to skip the upcoming G20 Leaders’ Summit in South Africa is unlikely to diminish the event’s significance or South Africa’s leadership, experts say. President Donald Trump will not attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit in South Africa, sending Vice President JD Vance instead. The summit will address various global issues such…
Wars and coups are slowing down democracy in many African countries, according to a new global report. The Global State of Democracy 2025 report, published by the Stockholm-based International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA), studied how democracy performed in 173 countries in 2024. It found that many African countries are now less…
Egypt’s debt repayment, fueled by a dip in inflation, has been lauded as a significant milestone by the country’s Prime Minister, Mostafa Madbouly. Egypt’s Prime Minister announced the country’s economic recovery and reduced economic challenges. Inflation rates have experienced a consistent decrease since 2023, indicating economic stabilization. External debt policies and financial assistance aided Egypt’s…
The swift global adoption of AI, alongside Africa’s rapid tech growth, increasingly suggests the feasibility of an AI factory on the continent. The Aeonian Project aims to establish an AI factory in Africa, leveraging advanced computing infrastructures to retain data processing locally. The project will use surplus electricity from Uganda’s Karuma power plant to power…
Ghana has become the latest African nation to accept deportees under President Donald Trump’s immigration policy, with 14 West African migrants arriving in Accra following their removal from the United States. Ghana has agreed to accept deportees under President Trump’s immigration policy, serving as a transit hub for returning migrants to their home countries. A…
