Committee on Higher Education Warns National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Against Cancellation of Student Accommodation
The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education has expressed concern about the cancellation of student accommodation agreements with unaccredited providers, warning that mid-term disruptions unfairly affect students. The committee was briefed by the newly appointed board of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) for an update on student appeals, funding decisions for the 2025 academic […]
Gates “Horrified” by USAID Cuts, Pledges $200B Over 20 Years
Bill Gates has expressed his horror at the Trump administration’s decision to slash global aid funding, including dismantling USAID, warning that these cuts could cost lives in the world’s most vulnerable regions, including Africa. He said he would lobby the White House and Congress to restore some of the canceled programs. Gates also announced that […]
How Online Fandom Glorifies Burkina Faso’s Military Leader
Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso’s military leader, is at the heart of a growing digital cult. He has been glorified online through AI-generated images, deepfakes, and viral edits, which portray him as a pan-African hero and anti-imperialist icon. While his rhetoric resonates with frustrated youth across Africa, much of his popularity is driven by spectacle, […]
Nigeria Clears IMF Debt in Fiscal Reform Milestone
Nigeria has officially cleared its outstanding debt to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), exiting the lender’s debtor list for the first time in several years. The IMF confirmed the move in a recent report, marking a key milestone in President Bola Tinubu’s fiscal reform agenda. Nigeria’s debt to the IMF stood at $1.61 billion as […]
South Africa’s Ramaphosa Introduces New Reforms to Drive Growth
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched the second phase of a reform agenda that seeks to spur growth and fix persistent inefficiencies in Africa’s largest economy. It targets dysfunctional municipalities, promotes digital innovation, and aims to improve housing access for low-income households. The plan, which Ramaphosa says addresses the binding constraints on the country’s […]
US Judge Halts Trump Administration’s Libya Deportation Plan
A US judge in Boston has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s plan to deport migrants to Libya, citing violations of a previous order he made safeguarding potential deportees’ due process. The decision follows reports that deportation flights could begin imminently, despite Libya’s ongoing instability and its prime minister’s public rejection of the plan. Immigration lawyers […]
Nigerian Film Industry Embraces YouTube as Streaming Options Shrink
As global streamers like Netflix and Amazon scale back in Nigeria, Nollywood filmmakers are flocking to YouTube for creative freedom and direct audience access. Budget constraints and limited cinema infrastructure also make the platform appealing, especially for new talent frozen out by traditional players. The surprise success of Love in Every Word, which hit 5 […]
Kenya’s 2025 Budget: No New Taxes Proposed Following Last Year’s Protests
Kenya’s 2025/26 budget proposals will avoid new taxes after last year’s deadly anti-tax protests left more than 50 people dead. Finance Minister John Mbadi announced that the government’s focus will shift from raising rates to improving tax administration and closing loopholes. The new finance bill aims to boost revenue by $193.95 million to $232.74 million […]
UK Apologizes to Malema After Visa Snafu Ahead of Cambridge Speech
The British High Commission in South Africa has apologized to Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema after visa delays barred him from attending a Cambridge University conference. Despite early application and priority service, Malema was notified just before boarding his flight that his visa had been denied—an act he called “politically motivated.” British High […]
Mali’s Junta Bans Political Parties in Post-Protest Clampdown
Mali’s military government has banned the activities of all political parties and associations “until further notice,” just days after a rare pro-democracy protest in Bamako. The decree, signed by transitional president General Assimi Goita, cites “public order” as justification. However, it comes after the recent repeal of a law that governs party operations, widely seen […]
