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Nigeria: CBN Directs Nigerian Banks to Increase Capital Base

All banks are required to meet the minimum capital requirement within 24...

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Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Appoints New Central Bank Governor Amid Concerns Over High Inflation, Crumbling Zimbabwe Dollar

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed top-ranked banker, John Mushayavanhu, as the new governor of the central bank, almost a month before the end...

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KFC Nigeria sorry after disabled diner refused service

Wheelchair user says he felt less than human after he was told to leave the branch at Lagos...

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Indian State Part of China ‘Since Ancient Times,’ Beijing Says

A senior official in Beijing on Thursday doubled down on Chinese territorial claims to a state in northeastern India, before criticizing Washington for “provoking disputes”...

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Speculating about Princess Kate plus other letters, March 29: ‘We aren’t horrible or bad people, but some of us do horrible things’

Open this photo in gallery: Britain’s Catherine, Princess of Wales, appears in this still image from a video released March 22, 2024, in which she...

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Ethiopia: Power Restored in Ethiopia

The power cut affecting Ethiopia "except Bahir Dar and surroundings" is over, the Ethiopian Electric Power announced. "Due to a problem in our system,...

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Readers sound off on National Vietnam War Veterans Day, business aviation and dog bites

To honor veterans, work for peace and the truth Brooklyn: As a Vietnam veteran, I remember each day of service and the oath given to serve...

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America’s Nuclear Arsenal Could Be Approaching Its Weakest Point

The backbone of the U.S.’s national security—that is how Washington has long seen its nuclear deterrent. Since the advent of the atomic age, maintaining a...

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Is marijuana decriminalization helping Chinese mafias in the U.S.?

Chinese gangsters are taking advantage of a patchwork of marijuana legislation across the United States to expand their criminal enterprises, setting up shop in states...

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Ukraine foreign minister’s visit: Can Kuleba convince India to take part in Ukraine’s peace summit?

Ukrainian foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba is meeting his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar in New Delhi. His top agenda is to secure New Delhi’s participation in...

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Winemakers prepare to ‘instantly’ resume exports to China after heavy tariffs abolished

In short: The Chinese government’s abolition of heavy tariffs on Australian wine has prompted rejoicing within the industry. The Chinese government’s abolition of heavy tariffs on...

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Nigeria: Profiles – Nigeria’s Gold Medalists At African Games in Ghana

The last African Games saw the Nigerian national anthem rendered 47 times - each time a gold medal was added to the country's...

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Ethiopia: From Shadows to Spotlight – Why Ethiopia Became Latest Scene for Cryptocurrency Rush

Addis Abeba -- In the heart of East Africa, a surprising powerhouse is rising in the world of...

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Gambia: Have Prices Reduced Due to the Efforts of the Ministry of Trade?

As the prices of commodities increase during the Christian Lent then and before the month of Ramadan, the minister of trade took measures to...

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Russian veto brings an end to the U.N. panel that monitors North Korea nuclear sanctions

UNITED NATIONS — A veto Thursday by Russia ended monitoring of U.N. sanctions against North Korea over its nuclear program, prompting Western accusations that Moscow...

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Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin sold to Archer Hotel Capital

The five-star Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin has been sold to European investor Archer Hotel Capital, which also owns the Conrad Hotel on the other side...

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Asia markets rise in thin holiday trade ahead of PCE inflation data

Japan (NKY:IND) +0.67%. Japan’s industrial output slipped 0.1% in February, and retail sales exceeded forecasts. Japan’s Tokyo inflation slows as expected in March. Japan’s housing starts declined...

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Mozambique: Bank Cuts Its Reference Interest Rate

Maputo -- The Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Mozambique (CPMO), meeting in Maputo on Wednesday, announced a cut in its main interest...

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Namibia: Namibia Launches Visa On Arrival At Several Border Posts

The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security on Monday officially launched visas on arrival at the Oshikango, Mohembo, Oranjemund, Ariamsvlei, and Noordoewer...

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US Ally Stands Its Ground Amid Tensions With China

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says his country will not be “cowed into silence” and has vowed to respond following recent clashes with Chinese forces...

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Why did Sam-Bankman Fried get 25 years in prison? How much will he actually serve?

Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison for a massive fraud that unravelled with the collapse of FTX, once one of the world’s...

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Eritrea: Russia’s Pacific Fleet Frigate Arrives in Massawa

The Russian Pacific Fleet frigate, Marshal Shaposhnikov, arrived today, 28 March, for a five-day port call in Massawa, commemorating the 30th anniversary of diplomatic...

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Nigeria: Beast of Two Worlds – PR Stunt Gone Wrong, Lessons for Nigerian Filmmakers

As tempting as it is to consider controversial PR stunts to gain attention for a movie, it's essential to remember that what may...

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Rwanda: Rwandan Performers Urged to Infuse Traditional Art in Their Work

Robert Masozera, the General Director of Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy (RCHA), urged artists to draw inspiration from Rwanda's heritage and tradition instead of...

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South Africa: Girl, 8, Thought to Be Sole Survivor After Bus Goes Over Cliff

A bus went over a cliff in South Africa's northern province of Limpopo. South Africa's transport minister expressed condolences to the families of the...

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Relations with foreign investors in spotlight at ‘China’s Davos’

On the tropical island of Hainan off the southern coast of China this week, business leaders, bankers, politicians, academics and bureaucrats have been discussing everything...

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Nigeria: Breaking – CBN Introduces N500bn, N200bn Minimum Capital Base for Banks

Days after urging Nigerian banks to expedite action on the recapitalisation of their capital base in order to strengthen the financial system, the Central...

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Nigeria: Nigerian Playwright, Wole Oguntokun Is Dead

Popular Nigerian playwright and theatre director, Wole Oguntokun is...

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South Africa: Government Officially Scraps Disastrous E-Toll System

It's finally official. Gauteng motorists can now breathe a sigh of relief following the government's official announcement and gazetting of its decision to...

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Rwanda: Addressing Unpaid Care Work Is Rwanda’s Unfinished Business

Rwanda has emerged as a global leader in gender equality. From the progressive constitution to the high number of women in parliament and...

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