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AU, ATAF seek stronger tax systems to curb revenue leakages in Africa

AU, ATAF seek stronger tax systems to curb revenue leakages in Africa

The African Union and ATAF are strengthening cooperation among tax authorities to tackle illicit financial flows and cross-border tax evasion in Africa. Read More: https://punchng.com/au-ataf-seek-stronger-tax-systems-to-curb-revenue-leakages-in-africa/

Oct 29, 2026
State Department Mislabels Every Country on Map of Africa at Global Conference

State Department Mislabels Every Country on Map of Africa at Global Conference

The U.S. State Department presented a map of Africa with every country mislabeled at a global conference, with a watermark indicating the map was made using AI.

Oct 29, 2026
A landlocked African country that has never been colonized has just celebrated New Year 2019; here’s why it is 7 years behind the world

A landlocked African country that has never been colonized has just celebrated New Year 2019; here’s why it is 7 years behind the world

Ethiopia's calendar is a fascinating divergence from the Gregorian system, currently marking the year 2019. Rooted in historical and religious contexts, it celebrates a unique New Year known as Enkutatash,…

Oct 29, 2026
Liberal Court Ruling Hands Trump Immigration Win on TPS for Ethiopia

Liberal Court Ruling Hands Trump Immigration Win on TPS for Ethiopia

A liberal-leaning First Circuit panel reversed two district court orders blocking Trump's TPS termination for South Sudan and Ethiopia migrants.

Oct 29, 2026
Anemia and associated factors among pregnant women attending antenatal care in public health facilities of Garowe City, Puntland, Somalia

Anemia and associated factors among pregnant women attending antenatal care in public health facilities of Garowe City, Puntland, Somalia

Background Anemia is a prevalent global public health issue, especially among pregnant women in developing countries. Limited research exists on anemia in pregnant women in Somalia, particularly in Garowe City.…

Oct 29, 2026
India, Africa powerful force for global progress: Jaishankar

India, Africa powerful force for global progress: Jaishankar

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted Africa as a priority partner. He stated Africa's due place is essential for a multipolar world order. The minister expressed India's commitment to…

Oct 29, 2026
Haitian migrants get last-minute reprieve after SCOTUS ruling

Haitian migrants get last-minute reprieve after SCOTUS ruling

USCIS extended work authorizations for Haitian TPS holders as fight plays out in court

Oct 29, 2026
The past and future impact of climate change on childhood malaria in Africa

The past and future impact of climate change on childhood malaria in Africa

Climate and econometric modelling reveal that human-induced climate change is shifting the burden of childhood malaria in Africa.

Oct 29, 2026
A Game of Six Stats: The World Cup, Told in Clichés

A Game of Six Stats: The World Cup, Told in Clichés

Whether it was sky-high ticket pricing, FIFA pulling a Trump card, Norway rowing into the quarter-finals, or Infantino dressed like a Run DMC groupie on the final day, the World…

Oct 29, 2026
Eritrean man found guilty of raping pensioner outside London church

Eritrean man found guilty of raping pensioner outside London church

Bruke Desalagne, 33, from Eritrea, was found guilty of raping a man in his 60s outside St John's Church in Harrow, north London.

Oct 29, 2026
The Sudan connection: Is Ethiopia at risk of a proxy war?

The Sudan connection: Is Ethiopia at risk of a proxy war?

Ethiopia and Sudan are trading accusations over the armed conflicts they face. Can the conflict dynamics in the wider Horn of Africa exacerbate tensions? Over the past week, three militias…

Oct 29, 2026
India, Cote d'Ivoire discuss defence, anti-terrorism, trade and development cooperation

India, Cote d'Ivoire discuss defence, anti-terrorism, trade and development cooperation

India and Côte d’Ivoire discussed strengthening cooperation in defence and anti-terrorism, including training, capacity building and institutional exchanges, during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s visit to Abidjan.

Oct 29, 2026