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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

Rwanda’s Anne Rwigara is Dead

Anne Rwigara, the sister of Diane Rwigara who attempted to contest for president in Rwanda, is dead. The 41 year-old who was the daughter of deceased prominent Rwandan businessman, Assinapol Rwigara, passed away on Thursday in the United States where she lived.
December 29, 2023

At least 40 killed in Liberian fuel tanker blast

At least 40 people have died following the explosion of a gas tanker in north-central Liberia, the West African country’s chief medical officer, Francis Kateh, said on Wednesday. The fuel truck crashed late on Tuesday in Totota, Lower Bong County, and soon
December 29, 2023

At least 80 al-Shabaab terrorists killed in Somalia

The Somali-based al-Qaeda-affiliated terrorists were killed in the last 24 hours in the operation in a forest near the town of Caad, according to Brig. Gen. Dayah Abdi Abdulle. He said the army, backed by local forces, will continue the operation against
December 27, 2023

Mahama challenges recent WASSCE results

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama has challenged the authenticity of the recent results for the West Africa Senior Schools Certificate Examination (WASSCE). According to him, some invigilators relax on the job as teachers are found aiding students
December 26, 2023