Former President Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma has issued his first official statement following the discontinuance of treason charges against him, expressing gratitude to President Julius Maada Bio, the Government of Sierra Leone, ECOWAS leaders and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for their roles in bringing the matter to a close. In a statement released from Abuja, Nigeria, on Tuesday,…
Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas, has announced plans to introduce a comprehensive health insurance scheme for Members of Parliament, saying the health and welfare of lawmakers must become a national priority. The commitment was made during Tuesday’s parliamentary sitting following a motion moved by the Leader of Government Business, Hon. Mathew Nyuma, and seconded by the…
Iran and Oman have concluded talks on the Strait of Hormuz without reaching a breakthrough, according to a statement from Iran’s Foreign Ministry. The strategic waterway lies between Iran to the north and Oman to the south, giving both countries a direct role in ensuring the security of shipping through the strait.Top Stories Newsletter Both sides agreed to continue…
The Rwandan government said it has spent nearly Rwf48 billion (about $32 million) on fuel subsidies between March and June. Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva said the subsidies were to shield consumers and businesses from surging oil prices triggered by the conflict in the Middle East. Addressing the parliament in the capital, Kigali, Mr Nsengiyumva said the subsidies helped contain…
Uganda has completed the first phase of the voluntary repatriation of 1,102 nationals from South Africa following xenophobic violence and anti-migrant protests. The final evacuation flight arrived in Kampala on Thursday safely. The last chartered flight, carrying 219 evacuees from O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, landed at Entebbe International Airport, marking the conclusion of the first phase of…
Members of the Assembly of People’s Representatives in Tunisia have put forward a legislative initiative aimed at a nationwide ban on single-use plastic bags. They also want to mandate a market shift toward sustainable, environmentally friendly alternatives. The bill aims to combat plastic pollution, protect public health and facilitate Tunisia’s transition to a circular economy, according to TV BRICS….
