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Nosimot Soneye: Tackling Malaria, a Preventable Tragedy That Persists
Despite scientific advances, malaria remains a leading cause of preventable death in Africa, necessitating urgent collective action, proper diagnosis, and improved healthcare infrastructure to save lives.
Hostilities cease between Ethiopian military and Tigray forces
Armed hostilities between the Ethiopian military and Tigrayan rebels have ceased following a short period of heavy fighting near the Sudanese border.
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim Asserts Africa’s Wealth and Independence
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim calls for an end to African reliance on foreign aid, advocating instead for trade and partnership while pushing for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council.
US Introduces $20,000 Visa Bond for Nigeria and Other African Nations
Beginning August 3, 2026, the US will require visa applicants from Nigeria and other African countries to post a bond of up to $20,000 to ensure compliance with immigration laws and departure deadlines.
Boko Haram militants kill ten Nigerien troops
Approximately 10 Nigerien soldiers were killed during a Boko Haram militant assault near the town of N’Guigmi in the Diffa region.
WTO Chief Highlights Global Trade Stability and African Opportunities
WTO Director-General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala reaffirms the resilience of global trade rules and urges African nations to leverage manufacturing and digital trade opportunities.
Spain Visa Regulations for African Citizens in 2026
Clarifying the visa status for African travelers to Spain in 2026, noting that current Schengen rules apply rather than individual visa-free agreements.
Five potential impacts of revised European visa policies on African travelers
Political debates over tightening European borders and restricting Schengen area travel to EU citizens could create new hurdles for African travelers and residents.
Wilfred Obasi Joins TenTrade as Regional Director to Drive African Expansion
TenTrade has appointed industry veteran Wilfred Obasi as its new Regional Director for Africa to oversee commercial growth and expand the broker's presence across the continent.
AFRICOM Reports Drug Smuggling Surged Over 600 Percent in Africa
AFRICOM officials have announced that drug trafficking across the African continent has increased by over 600 percent in the last two years, prompting calls for enhanced regional security and logistics cooperation.