Trump Hikes Tariffs on Chinese Goods to 125% Amid Rising Tensions In a dramatic move that escalates the ongoing trade dispute, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday raised tariffs on Chinese goods to 125%, heightening concerns about the global economic impact of the U.S.-China standoff. The tariff hike signals a new level of economic confrontation […]

Government Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Mining with Major Seizures and Arrests The Ghanaian government has significantly intensified its efforts to combat illegal mining, known locally as “galamsey,” with a series of operations resulting in the seizure of 56 excavators and the arrest of 18 individuals. These operations, carried out jointly by the military and the […]

Nigeria Faces Political Crisis After Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers State Nigeria is currently dealing with a deepening political crisis after President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in the oil-rich Rivers State and suspended the state’s governor, his deputy, and all lawmakers in the state parliament for a six-month period. This […]

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson Assures Ghanaians of Cedi Stability and Government Measures to Strengthen the Currency Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has provided reassurance to the people of Ghana that the cedi has remained relatively stable against the US dollar since February 19, 2025, on the interbank foreign exchange market. During an […]

President Mahama’s Official Visit to Sierra Leone: Strengthening Ties for Trade and Development Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Sierra Leone for an official visit, aimed at strengthening the longstanding ties between the two West African nations. The visit marks an important step in enhancing cooperation, particularly in areas of trade, infrastructure, and […]

The increasing use of drones by several African nations in their ongoing battles against armed groups has led to a disturbing rise in civilian casualties, according to a new report. Between November 2021 and November 2024, at least 943 civilians were killed in more than 50 drone strikes across six African countries. The report, titled […]

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed a strong desire to negotiate a comprehensive agreement with U.S. President Donald Trump to address escalating tensions between the two nations. This initiative comes in the wake of President Trump’s executive order earlier this month to suspend U.S. financial aid to South Africa, citing concerns over the country’s […]

Introduction The National Identification Authority (NIA) has played a significant role in modernizing Ghana’s identification system through the Ghana Card. The newly appointed Director General, Yayra Koku, has shared his vision for expanding the functionality of the card, including linking it to mobile money and bank accounts. Enhancing the Ghana Card’s Utility The Ghana Card, […]

The recent executive order halting USAID funding to organizations outside the United States has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s development sector. Many local organizations that depend solely on USAID funding are now forced to lay off staff, halt programme activities, and abandon life-saving interventions, raising fears of a humanitarian and economic crisis. However, African nations received […]

The State of the Nation Address (Sona) is one of South Africa’s most important political events, but over the years, it has also turned into a fashion spectacle. Politicians, musicians, and celebrities arrived in their most stylish outfits, making the event as much about glamour as it is about governance. The Purpose of Sona Sona […]