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Major Reforms in Nigerian Passport Issuance The Nigerian federal government has made significant strides in improving the passport issuance process, with over 3.5 million passports issued within two years. This achievement is part of a broader initiative to enhance efficiency, security, and service delivery across the country. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, highlighted these developments during the inauguration of …

The Impact of Austerity Measures on China’s Economy China is currently navigating a complex economic landscape, marked by domestic challenges and an ongoing trade war with the United States. As part of a three-part series, this article delves into the government’s efforts to curb wasteful spending and the unintended consequences that have emerged from these measures. The Civil Servant’s Dilemma …

U.S. Tariff Letters Target Multiple Nations, Spark Trade Negotiation Tensions U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a new set of tariff letters to several trading partners, outlining specific duties that could take effect on August 1. The letters were sent to leaders of the Philippines, Brunei, Algeria, Libya, Iraq, and Moldova, with tariffs ranging from 20 percent to 30 percent. …

Advocacy Group Calls for Free Access to Exam Results in Ghana CUTS International, based in Accra, has raised concerns over the current system of accessing exam results in Ghana. As a leading public policy and consumer advocacy think tank, the organization is urging the Ministry of Education to take immediate action to compel the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to …

A New Era for Ghana’s Economy: From Deficit to Net Lending In the first quarter of 2025, Ghana achieved a significant economic milestone by recording a net lending position to the rest of the world. This accomplishment marks a turning point from years of persistent deficits and external vulnerabilities. The combined surplus of $2.2 billion in the current and capital …

The Jigawa State Conditional Cash Transfer Programme: A Model for Improving Maternal and Child Health Fatima Sanusi, a 27-year-old woman from the Mafitar Sarki community in Hadejia Local Government Area (LGA), has been receiving financial support through Jigawa State’s Conditional Cash Transfer Programme for the past five months. Since being enrolled in the initiative, she has received 5,000 Naira (approximately …

The Path to Legal Reform in Ghana Improving institutional governance, such as strengthening the rule of law and regulatory quality, can significantly boost GDP growth. According to cross-country analyses, each unit increase in governance performance can lead to a 0.5 to 2.3 percentage point rise in GDP growth. Similarly, the World Bank highlights that accountable and effective justice systems are …

Anambra State Reinforces Tech-Driven Business Environment Anambra State has reaffirmed its commitment to building a tech-driven and business-friendly environment. The state government, led by His Excellency, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, reiterated this commitment during the maiden State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) technical session and statewide town hall meeting held on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at the International …

A Digital Revolution for Public University Leadership in Ghana Sammy Crabbe, a business leader and technologist, has introduced a groundbreaking digital platform aimed at transforming the appointment process for senior leadership roles in Ghana’s public universities. His proposal seeks to address long-standing issues of favoritism and political interference by introducing a transparent and merit-based system. The proposed platform would ensure …

A Journey of Resilience and Innovation Thirty-one years after Rwanda’s liberation, the country has undergone a remarkable transformation. Few stories encapsulate this change more vividly than that of Jennifer Ingabire, a pioneering figure in security technology and business. As a member of a new generation of Rwandan women who have embraced the opportunities created by inclusive policies, empowerment initiatives, and …