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Italian Agri-Food Companies Embrace Opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa Italian agri-food companies aiming to expand into sub-Saharan Africa can now access insights from the Italian agri-food technology initiatives tailored for the region. This project was unveiled at the Fruit Logistica Fair, held at the Kenyan pavilion, with numerous industry representatives in attendance. The event once again underscored the vast potential of sub-Saharan Africa alongside the challenges Italian firms encounter when operating independently within this dynamic market. Renzo Piraccini, the project manager from the Agri-Food Technology Department, emphasized the significance of the agricultural sector in sub-Saharan Africa. He stated that it stands…

Political Turmoil Disrupts Governance in Kano State Recent weeks have seen a significant slowdown in governance activities in Kano State, as political defections and internal power struggles reshape the political landscape. This disruption follows a dramatic defection by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf from the Kwankwasiya political movement, which is associated with the New Nigeria People’s Party, to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Defections Reshape Political Coalitions Governor Yusuf’s shift, accompanied by over 30 members of the Kano State House of Assembly, has fractured the once cohesive Kwankwasiya bloc that originally propelled him to power. Shortly thereafter, prominent political figure…

Beth Lindop Beth Lindopcorrespondent Rob Dawson multiple authors April 4, 2026, 10:26 a.m. ET In a commanding performance, Manchester City triumphed over Liverpool with a 4-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium, advancing to the FA Cup semi-finals. Erling Haaland was the standout player, netting a hat-trick, while Antoine Semenyo also scored, marking City’s passage to the last four for the eighth consecutive year—a notable record. The onslaught from City came during a frantic 18-minute period surrounding halftime, leaving Liverpool struggling to keep pace. Mohamed Salah, playing his first match since announcing his departure from Anfield, faced a troubling day. Despite…

Taiwan’s Opposition Leader Visits China Ahead of Trump’s Arrival TAIPEI, Taiwan — Just weeks before President Donald Trump’s imminent visit to China, Taiwanese opposition leader Cheng Liyun is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This marks a significant development as it is the first visit by a party leader from Taiwan’s Nationalist Party, also known as the Kuomintang, to the mainland in a decade. Cheng’s arrival in China represents a pivotal moment for the 56-year-old, who assumed the leadership of her party in November. Her election coincides with a notable political transformation in Taiwan, where she has emerged…

Central Bank of Nigeria Focuses on Risk Management Following Banking Recapitalization In the wake of the recent completion of its banking sector recapitalization exercise, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to enhance its regulatory framework, emphasizing a robust risk management strategy that includes stress testing and stricter capital discipline. The CBN has underscored that the new framework aims to reinforce the gains achieved during the recapitalization process and ensure the resilience of financial institutions against potential macroeconomic disruptions and sector-specific challenges. Dr. Olubukola Akinwunmi, Director of Banking Sector Supervision at the CBN, discussed these developments in an interview…

Dubois and Harper Weigh In Ahead of Championship Bout Caroline Dubois and Terry Harper faced off on the scales ahead of their highly anticipated championship unification fight set for Sunday. The weigh-in took place at Olympia in Kensington, a historic venue that will host the women’s world title showdown, broadcast live on Sky Sports. Both fighters hit the scales for their lightweight contest, with Harper slightly tipping the scales at 134 pounds, 6 ounces compared to Dubois’ 134 pounds, 2 ounces. The atmosphere intensified as the two competitors virtually stood nose-to-nose during this final pre-fight encounter. As the bout for…

March Madness Sparks Conversation on Immigration Policies As the excitement of March Madness unfolds, the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournament has become an unexpected platform for discussions surrounding immigration issues. The spotlight shone brightly on March 29, when Hall of Fame basketball player and CBS analyst Charles Barkley made headlines with his poignant comments on the topic. Highlighting Immigration Through Personal Stories CBS presented the story of Alex Karavan, a senior from Connecticut with parents who immigrated to the United States from Eastern Europe. Last year, the NCAA reported that 264 international students, making up 15 percent of all…

African Startups Show Remarkable Growth in the Digital Economy African startups are making significant strides in the technology sector. In that light, FollowICT, a digital economy platform, has spotlighted the key startup developments across the continent from last week. Angolan Transport Startup ANDA Secures $1.2 Million Funding Angolan startup ANDA has successfully raised $1.2 million in funding from BFA Asset Management (BFAAM) to enhance its innovative ‘drive-to-own’ model aimed at empowering drivers of various vehicles. Founded in 2022 by Sergio Tati and Joerg Nuehrmann, ANDA is rapidly developing its urban transportation solutions within an integrated mobility and logistics ecosystem, offering…

Relations Between Morocco and Senegal Strained by Controversial AFCON Ruling The longstanding alliance between Morocco and Senegal has reached an unprecedented low following a controversial ruling by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The decision to strip Senegal of its 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) title and award it to Morocco has ignited tensions between the two nations. On March 17, 2026, the CAF overturned Senegal’s hard-fought 1-0 victory, declaring instead a 3-0 bye for Morocco as hosts. This ruling sparked widespread protests in Dakar, calls for consumer boycotts, and has led to a high-stakes legal battle at the…

Detention of Wisconsin Mosque Leader Raises Concerns The president of Wisconsin’s largest mosque was detained by federal immigration officials on Thursday, igniting accusations from local officials and community leaders that the arrest was influenced by his criticism of Israel. Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian-born lawful permanent resident, was approached by over a dozen U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents as he left his Milwaukee home. Claims of Unfounded Foreign Policy Threat Supporters have called for Sarsour’s immediate release. His legal team asserts that his detention is based on the assertion that he poses a foreign policy threat, a claim they…