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DETTY

Ghana Government Rebrands “Detty December” for Tourism

The Ghanaian government is officially distancing itself from the popular slang “Detty December.” While the ...

VOTER

CAR Election Prep: Voter Card Distribution Underway

The Central African Republic (CAR) is currently moving through a vital phase of its democratic ...

TABOUBI

Tunisian Labor Leader Taboubi Resigns Amid Political Crisis

The leader of Tunisia’s most influential labor organization, Noureddine Taboubi, reportedly resigned on Tuesday. Union ...

GERMANY

Germany Resumes Deportations to Syria and Afghanistan

Germany has officially resumed the deportation of convicted criminals to Syria. This action, taken on ...

SECURITY

Nigeria Boosts School Security After Mass Abduction

The Nigerian government has launched a proactive security framework to prevent future mass abductions. This ...

Menstrual

A New Dawn in Nairobi: The Bold Move for Menstrual Dignity

For generations, women in Nairobi’s government offices worked through physical pain in silence. They navigated ...

Mercedes

Mercedes Settles Multi-State Diesel Emissions Probe for $149.6M

Mercedes-Benz has agreed to a $149.6 million settlement with 48 U.S. states, the District of ...

families

SA Families Seek Rescue for Men Lured into Russian War Scam

A group of at least 17 South African men is currently trapped on the front ...

U.S.

U.S. Clarifies 2026 Visa Rules for Nigerians

United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, has clarified the reasoning behind upcoming visa restrictions. ...

CHRISTMAS

Nigeria Confirms Christmas and New Year Holidays

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared three upcoming public holidays. Specifically, Thursday, December ...

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