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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has proposed increasing South Africa’s VAT rate from 15% to 16% by 2026, citing poor economic performance. This proposal has faced backlash from opposition leaders who …
Proposed VAT Increase Raises Concerns and Criticism in South Africa Read More
The South African government faced protests over a revised budget, proposing a 1% VAT increase. Despite efforts to address economic concerns and infrastructure needs, significant opposition arose from the Democratic …
South Africa’s Revised Budget Faces Backlash Amid Austerity Measures Read More
Sudan’s humanitarian crisis worsens amid civil conflict and reduced U.S. aid, leading to hunger and poverty. Soup kitchens serve the needy, but many have closed due to aid cuts. Medical …
The Alarming Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan: Consequences of USAID Withdrawal Read More
Massad Boulos, an adviser to Donald Trump, indicated that peace between Lebanon and Israel may soon be attainable. His supportive remarks towards Israeli settlers in the West Bank have faced …
Prospects for Lebanon-Israel Peace Amid Controversial Comments by Trump Adviser Read More
King Abdullah of Jordan reaffirmed support for a Gaza reconstruction plan at the ‘Palestine Summit,’ condemning attempts at displacing Palestinians and blockages on humanitarian aid. He called for urgent collective …
King Abdullah Reaffirms Jordan’s Commitment to Rebuild Gaza at Palestine Summit Read More
Pharmacists in Nigeria contend that the lack of investment in drug manufacturing is due to the profitability of imports. Ayuba Ibrahim emphasized the high costs involved in production stemming from …
Challenges Facing Nigeria’s Medicine Manufacturing Sector and Malaria Crisis Read More
The South African Cabinet has finalized discussions on the funding of the 2025/26 budget, with the Minister of Finance to present the budget to Parliament on March 12, 2025. A …
South Africa’s Cabinet Finalizes Engagements on 2025 Budget Funding Shortfall Read More
Ghana’s central bank has halted its gold-for-oil program to stabilize the cedi amid past economic volatility. New Governor Johnson Asiama aims to implement consistent monetary strategies, addressing financial instability from …
Ghana Suspends Gold-for-Oil Program to Stabilize Currency and Economy Read More
This article presents critical updates from Nigerian newspapers, covering political disputes in Lagos, Ramadan observances, calls for the removal of an Emir, financial obligations related to electricity, ongoing crime-related activities, …
Key Insights from Nigerian Newspapers: A Friday Morning Summary Read More
In Morocco, the 2025 Eid al-Adha celebrations will involve refraining from traditional sheep sacrifices due to climate-related challenges impacting livestock. Scheduled for June 6-10, the holiday marks adaptation to economic …
Eid al-Adha in 2025: Adapting Traditions Amid Challenges Read More