Thailand Reverses Post-Pandemic Push, Cutting Visa-Free Stay Back to 30 Days
In a major shift in border control, the Thai Cabinet has officially revoked its pandemic-era 60-day visa-free entry policy. The government is reverting to a stricter,... Read more.
Zimbabwe’s Mining Sector Set to Create 100,000 Jobs in Five Years
Zimbabwe’s mining sector is projected to create as many as 100,000 new jobs over the next five years, as investment accelerates across lithium, gold, platinum,... Read more.
Ghana Unveils Emergency Support Package for Citizens Fleeing Xenophobic
The Ghanaian government has announced a sweeping emergency support package for citizens returning from South Africa following renewed fears of xenophobic violence... Read more.
Togo Opens Borders to African Passport Holders in Major Free-Movement Reform
In a landmark move for continental integration, the West African nation of Togo has officially become the sixth African country to grant visa-free entry to all holders... Read more.
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda Triggers US Emergency Response
A renewed Ebola outbreak in Central Africa has triggered international concern after cases linked to the rare Bundibugyo strain were detected in the Democratic Republic... Read more.
The Transparency Paradox as Tanzania Slams the Door on EU Election Monitors
DODOMA, Tanzania — For six months, the Tanzanian government offered a consistent, if frustrating, refrain to the international community: Wait for the inquiry.... Read more.
DRC Faces $54.5M U.S. Legal Battle Over Helicopter Refurbishment Contract
In the dense, humid air of Kinshasa and the rugged terrains of North Kivu, the sound of a helicopter rotor is more than just noise—it is a signal of security,... Read more.
U.S. Quietly Reverses Immigration Restrictions for Foreign Doctors
The U.S. has quietly rolled back parts of its immigration processing freeze affecting foreign-trained doctors, restoring visa, work permit, and green card pathways... Read more.
South African Lawmakers Move to Curb Rising Xenophobic Violence
South African lawmakers are stepping up efforts to address a renewed surge in xenophobic violence, as attacks on foreign nationals raise concerns about public safety,... Read more.
Senegal Claims ‘Historic’ Gas Win as US Energy Firm Exits Major Project
In a move hailed by the government as a landmark victory for national sovereignty, Senegal has taken full control of the massive Yakaar-Teranga deepwater gas field... Read more.