Nigeria’s FG rules out new fuel, telecom taxes after IMF report
The Federal Government has ruled out plans to introduce new taxes on telecommunications services and petroleum products following recommendations contained […]
June 17, 2026
South Africa’s DA drops ex-leader Steenhuisen from cabinet
South Africa’s Democratic Alliance, the second-largest party in the fragile coalition government, on Wednesday demoted former leader John Steenhuisen from
Sam George announces major cut in MTN fibre broadband prices
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam George, has announced what could be one of the most significant
‘You carry the hopes of a nation’: Mahama backs Black Stars ahead of Panama World Cup opener
President Mahama and the Government of Ghana have issued a powerful message of support to the Black Stars ahead of
‘You’ve done it before and can do it again’ — Bawumia tells Black Stars
The former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has wished the Black Stars success as
2026 World Cup: Canada court dismisses Partey’s visa appeal
Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey will miss Ghana’s opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a Canadian court
Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire agree to harmonise cocoa producer prices
Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have agreed to harmonise cocoa producer pricing policies in a move aimed at improving farmers’ incomes,
G7 leaders agree to increase weapons deliveries for Ukraine, step up pressure on Russian economy
G7 leaders pledge more weapons for Ukraine, including air defence and long-range systems, and signal readiness to tighten sanctions on
Africa’s second-largest economy lands $801 million in European Union backing for major power-grid expansion
Egypt and the European Union have agreed on a financing package of up to €690 million ($801 million) to modernise
Iran links war deal to Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon
Iran’s foreign minister has declared that any agreement ending the conflict with the United States must also include Israel’s withdrawal