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Zambian President Sacks Judges Who Ruled For His 2016 Rival

  ZAMBIA’S President Hakainde Hichilema has dismissed three Constitutional Court judges, raising fresh concerns about political interference in the judiciary. The three judges, Justice Annie Sitali, Justice Mungeni Mulenga, and Justice Palan Mulonda, had been suspended earlier over allegations of…

Tanzania Relaunches Gemstone Auctions to Boost Trade

  TANZANIA is preparing to relaunch international gemstone auctions, a move aimed at boosting the country’s gemstone industry and empowering local producers and jewellers. The initiative, set to take place quarterly in cities such as Arusha, Dar es Salaam, and…

African Leaders Hide Health issues, Fuel Rumours of illness

IN recent weeks, rumours of ill-health surrounding two African presidents have ignited public speculation, highlighting how the wellbeing of leaders in Africa is often treated as a state secret. This secrecy serves to protect political power, deter rivals, and maintain…

Visa and Tony Blair Team up For Digital Transformation in Africa

VISA, a global leader in digital payments, hosted former UK Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair at its Sub-Saharan Africa Innovation Studio in Nairobi on Thursday. The visit marked a significant moment in Visa’s ongoing efforts to drive digital transformation and financial…

Tanzania Rises to 4th in Africa Trade Rankings As Ghana Slips

TANZANIA has made significant progress in its trade competitiveness, now ranking as the fourth most attractive country for trade in Africa, according to the latest Standard Bank Africa Trade Barometer (SB ATB) released on Thursday. This advancement, up from eighth place, highlights…