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U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Health and Financial Concerns

A newly issued U.S. directive could make it significantly harder for foreigners to obtain visas, particularly those living with chronic medical conditions or who may lack the financial means to support themselves. The guidance, circulated to embassies  consulates worldwide, instructs officials to
November 15, 2025

Africa Warned To End IMF, World Bank Dependence

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged African nations to break away from heavy reliance on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, warning that these institutions were never created to serve the continent’s best interests. Speaking at the Intra-Africa
September 10, 2025

Kenya Faces Job Losses Without AGOA Extension

Kenya’s textile industry is bracing for a potential crisis as more than 66,000 garment workers risk losing their jobs if the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is not extended beyond its September 30 expiration. Considering that each worker supports approximately five
September 9, 2025

Israel Orders Gaza Evacuation Amid Rising Violence

Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply today after Israel ordered residents of Gaza City to evacuate immediately, warning that intensified airstrikes and expanded ground operations were imminent. The directive came directly from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who declared that tougher measures
September 9, 2025

Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba Resigns After Election Defeat

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation on Sunday, September 7, 2025, following significant electoral setbacks that led to mounting pressure from within his party, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). Ishiba’s decision comes after the LDP suffered historic defeats in both
September 8, 2025

Tanzania Pushes Green Agenda at Africa Trade Fair

Tanzania has used the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025) in Algiers to reaffirm its commitment to building an economy that values both industrial growth and environmental responsibility. Leading the delegation, Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Dr.
September 8, 2025

Al-Shabaab Mortar Attack Targets U.S. Forces in Kismayo

On Thursday, September 4, 2025, U.S. and African partner forces stationed near Kismayo, Somalia, were subjected to a mortar attack. The assault targeted a military base close to Kismayo Airport, a strategic location in southern Somalia. According to U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM),
September 6, 2025
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