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African students studying in U.S. advised against traveling amid Trump’s new immigration policy

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The Trump administration’s revised immigration policy is raising alarm among African students in the United States, following the introduction of stricter visa conditions that could prevent them from leaving the country until after graduation. The Trump administration’s revised immigration policy imposes stricter visa conditions on African students in the U.S. Many students and families express…

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Rare 4000-years-old handprint reveals the forgotten potters of ancient Egypt

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The recent discovery of a 4,000-year-old handprint on an artifact from ancient Egypt seems to have provided a remarkable window into the human touch that underlies one of the oldest civilizations in history. A 4,000-year-old handprint was discovered on an ancient Egyptian artifact named ‘soul house.’ The artifact was prepared for the Made in Ancient…

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Africa’s richest man picks foreign deals as Nigeria money to Angola via the Dangote Refinery

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Hailed as a game-changer for Nigeria’s energy sector, the $20 billion Dangote Refinery is currently at the center of a maritime dispute. African shipowners have expressed concern that the refinery is using ships from Angola to transport its crude and finished products, rather than Nigerian-owned vessels. The Dangote Petroleum Refinery, worth $20 billion, is a…

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African borrowers are regaining access to international capital markets – Citigroup

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African governments and companies are beginning to regain access to international capital markets, offering a renewed chance to diversify funding sources. African countries are beginning to access international capital markets again after prolonged challenges. Decreasing rates and narrowing sovereign spreads have contributed to this market accessibility. European funds are increasingly flowing into Africa, surpassing U.S.…

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China, Nigeria in diplomatic talks over abandoned miners in Chinese-owned mines

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The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has responded to growing public concern after a viral video surfaced showing Nigerian miners allegedly trafficked and abandoned by a China-owned mining company in the Central African Republic (CAR). A viral video showcasing the plight of Nigerian miners allegedly trafficked by a Chinese mining company in the Central African Republic…

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Top 10 Africa cities with more than one million inhabitants

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As Africa undergoes rapid urbanisation, a growing number of its cities have surpassed the one million population mark, solidifying their roles as regional economic, political, and cultural hubs. Many African cities now exceed one million residents due to rapid urbanisation. Lagos, Cairo, and Kinshasa are among Africa’s largest cities, with Lagos having nearly 16 million…

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