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The Nigerian federal government has recently instituted a pivotal change in its education system by establishing the minimum age for admission into tertiary institutions at 16. This significant development was announced by Education Minister Tunji Alausa during the 2025 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) meeting, a gathering that underscored the government's commitment to fostering educational access. Prior to this decision, the threshold was set at 18 years, a policy introduced by former minister Tahir…

In a landmark decision, the Tanzanian government has announced an increase in the monthly minimum wage, raising it from Sh370,000 to Sh500,000. This significant change is set to take effect in July 2025, marking a pivotal moment for workers across the nation. President Samia Suluhu Hassan articulated the rationale behind this decision, highlighting the remarkable economic progress that Tanzania has witnessed in recent years. She attributed this success to the unwavering commitment and hard work of Tanzanian…

The civil defense agency in Gaza has indicated that Israeli air strikes have resulted in the loss of at least 54 lives, with expectations that this number may continue to rise. "Fifty-four people have been killed in Israeli air strikes on the Gaza Strip since dawn today... and the number is likely to rise as the bombing continues until this moment," stated Mahmud Bassal, a spokesman for the agency. In the midst of this crisis, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his commitment to secure the release of…

The mayor of the town of Mbandaka in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported a tragic update regarding the recent boat fire. He stated that at least 33 people have lost their lives in this devastating incident, a figure that significantly differs from earlier estimates. This official toll, released on Tuesday, stands in stark contrast to previous reports that indicated at least 143 fatalities, based on information from a national deputy and a local civil society leader. Mayor Yves Balo noted, "We count 195 who…

Imagine a lively meeting hall in bustling Accra, where the air is thick with anticipation and the focus of many eyes rests on a single stage. Here, on February 20th, 2025, the nation's economic pillars convened to address a matter close to many hearts and wallets: the anointment of the National Daily Minimum Wage (NDMW) for 2025. This pivotal announcement took shape in a formal communiqué circulated by the National Tripartite Committee (NTC), a document signed by the very stakeholders who dictate the rhythm of Ghana's…

Today marked a significant milestone in Australian legislative history as lawmakers enacted robust anti-hate legislation designed to combat a string of recent, alarming incidents targeting the Jewish community. Under this new law, minimum sentences are instituted for various offences, including a hefty one-year imprisonment for the act of giving a Nazi salute, a gesture laden with hatred and historical atrocity. This progressive legislation emerged from a confluence of support that spanned across party lines, uniting the…

The civil defense agency in Gaza recently reported a devastating airstrike carried out by Israel in a residential neighborhood, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 73 Palestinian lives in Beit Lahia, located in the northern part of the territory. Israel, however, contended that its military action was aimed at a "Hamas terror target." Mahmud Bassal, spokesperson for the civil defense agency, told the Agence France-Presse (AFP), “Our teams have retrieved the bodies of 73 martyrs and many others injured due to the…

The devastating impact of storm Helene has tragically resulted in a staggering loss of life, with the death count soaring to a minimum of 93. In North Carolina alone, the grim tally reached 30 fatalities, as rescuers tirelessly worked to assist those in distress throughout the southeastern United States. This effort to respond to the storm has taken on a distinct political angle, given that President Joe Biden, along with his competitors for the presidency, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, has announced their plans to visit…

48 hours after his inauguration, the Beninian president announced the list of his new government on Tuesday night. It's a slight change, Patrice Talon differs from her spokesman Alain Orounla and has promoted some faithful. as reported from Cotonou, Jean-Luc AploganThe very devoted spokesman for the minister leaves the…