Ghana is stepping up its diplomatic efforts at the United Nations, blending cultural advocacy with political lobbying to secure international acknowledgment of the transatlantic slave trade as one of history’s gravest crimes. Speaking in New York, former President John Dramani Mahama highlighted the enduring legacy of slavery, emphasizing that centuries…
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has announced he will leave Liverpool FC at the end of the season, bringing an end to one of the most successful eras in the club’s modern history. The 33-year-old Egyptian star confirmed he had reached an agreement to depart a year before his contract expires,…
Taiwan has announced it will not attend the upcoming World Trade Organization (WTO) ministerial conference in Cameroon, marking the first time it has skipped such a high-level meeting since joining the global trade body. The decision follows a diplomatic dispute over how the island was identified in official documentation issued…
Senegal has rejected claims that it secretly borrowed €650 million ($754 million) to avert a potential default, insisting its financial operations were conducted in line with established transparency standards. The response follows a report by the Financial Times, which alleged that the West African nation quietly secured funding from the…
Kenya and China have signed four memoranda of understanding (MoUs) covering economic partnership, agriculture, livestock, and trade, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties. The agreements were concluded in Nairobi during talks between President William Ruto and Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on Tuesday. Duty-Free Access to Chinese Market…
Uganda’s economy recorded robust growth of 8.5% in the financial quarter ending December 2025, driven by strong consumer demand and increased activity in key sectors such as construction. The figures, released by the Finance Ministry, mark a significant improvement from the 5.4% growth recorded during the same period a year…
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has warned that 2025 has become the deadliest year on the “Eastern Route” migration corridor, which stretches from the Horn of Africa across the Red Sea to the Arabian Peninsula. According to the United Nations agency, at least 922 migrants died or went missing…
Rising global fertilizer prices, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East, are posing a growing threat to Africa’s already fragile food security, with experts warning of potential disruptions to agricultural production across the continent. Supply Chain Disruptions At the centre of the crisis is the Strait of Hormuz, a…
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni arrived in Algiers on Wednesday for a high-stakes working visit aimed at securing increased gas supplies and strengthening strategic ties with Algeria. The visit marks Meloni’s second trip to the North African nation since taking office, reflecting the growing importance of Algeria in Italy’s energy…
South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has announced plans to charge National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola in connection with a controversial $20 million (approximately R370 million) health services tender, intensifying a corruption scandal that has shaken the country’s law enforcement leadership. Court Summons Issued According to NPA spokesperson Kaizer Kganyago,…