Africa
US threatens visa ban for corrupt Nigerian officials
It said the threatened visa restrictions are part of Washington’s broader push for accountability and good governance.
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Farmers and Indigenous groups clash with police in Ecuador over diesel subsidies
Farmers, Indigenous groups and transport unions clashed with police outside Tabacundo on Tuesday, as nationwide protests in Ecuador entered their second day.
Africa
A sinkhole opens in Bangkok after road collapse during construction
A section of road in Bangkok collapsed on Wednesday, creating a sinkhole that disrupted traffic, damaged infrastructure and forced evacuations in the surrounding area, officials said.
Africa
Ghana returns US-deported West Africans amid torture concerns
Eleven West African nationals deported by the United States to Ghana have been returned to their home countries, despite fears they could face torture, persecution or inhumane treatment.
Africa
Super Typhoon Ragasa hits Asia: floods, deaths, mass evacuations
Nearly two million people were evacuated in southern China ahead of the storm which has brought cities across the region to a standstill.
Africa
Former poachers turn into gorilla conservationists in Uganda
A portion of the proceeds from the sale gorilla tracking permits goes back into surrounding communities, supporting projects such as schools, health care and water supply
Africa
Nigeria: Defence Chief Advocates Investment in Health Sector
[Leadership] Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has called for more investment in a health system supporting military and national development.
Africa
Africa: At UNGA 80, Tinubu Wants Africa to Finance Its Mineral Assets, Wield Power in Global Supply
[This Day] * Promises Nigeria's commitment towards catalyzing mineral-led renaissance under Renewed Hope Agenda
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Africa: Colonialism Hijacks Energy Transition - 70 Percent of Minerals for Renewables Lies in Global South but the Majority of Profits Are Captured By the World's Richest
[Oxfam] Although Global South countries hold roughly 70% of transition minerals reserves, the majority of the investments in renewable energy are concentrated in the Global North (50%) and China (29%) - with those profits largely falling into the hands of the richest 1%.
Africa
Nigeria: Diesel Business in Decline As Natural Gas Gains Ground
[Vanguard] Nigeria's diesel-reliant economy is facing a major shift, with natural gas emerging as the cheaper and cleaner alternative reshaping power generation and transport.
Africa
Liberia: CSA Audit Reveals Disturbing Lapses in Judiciary
[Liberian Observer] The Civil Service Agency (CSA) has completed a comprehensive Credential Audit and Personnel Verification exercise across Montserrado County courts, revealing significant misalignments--huge number of absentees, a bunch of unqualified staff members among others.
Africa
Kenya: Aviation Workers to Down Tools From October 1, Union Lists 6 Demands
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has issued a seven-day strike notice to the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), accusing the board of incompetence and threatening industrial action unless six grievances are addressed.