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Two Russians Jailed for Hacking Financial Institutions Around the World
February 21, 2018
Two Russians Jailed for Hacking Financial Institutions Around the World
Two Russian nationals were sentenced on Wednesday, February 14 to U.S. federal prison terms for their respective roles in a…
5 Reasons Tourism Will Boost and Diversify Liberia’s Economy
February 21, 2018
5 Reasons Tourism Will Boost and Diversify Liberia’s Economy
It is a well-known fact that development of the tourism industry in many African countries could lead to sustainable development.…
Tourism and Economic Growth in Liberia: Supporting Musons Group, Inc and the Assistant Minister for Tourism
February 11, 2018
Tourism and Economic Growth in Liberia: Supporting Musons Group, Inc and the Assistant Minister for Tourism
Introduction In ten consecutive annual messages, former President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf made assurances to the Liberian people that she would expand…
As fuel crisis rocks Nigeria, President Buhari frowns on dealers
January 2, 2018
As fuel crisis rocks Nigeria, President Buhari frowns on dealers
ABUJA, Nigeria – President Muhammadu Buhari has condemned actions by some unscrupulous Nigerian business people in jerking up prices to…
The CFA Franc: French Monetary imperialism in Africa
January 1, 2018
The CFA Franc: French Monetary imperialism in Africa
Ndongo Samba Sylla argues that the CFA franc – officially created on 26 December 1945 by a decree of General…
South Africa’s Stocks market rallies after Ramaphosa’s election
December 22, 2017
South Africa’s Stocks market rallies after Ramaphosa’s election
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – The business world is sensitive to political uncertainty, unemployment, and corruption. These three elements certainly do…
Qatar emir seeking new markets, starts West Africa tour
December 21, 2017
Qatar emir seeking new markets, starts West Africa tour
CONAKRY, Guinea – In the aftermath of Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries breaking of ties with Qatar, the emir…
Ghana, Italy resolved to heighten bilateral relations
November 30, 2017
Ghana, Italy resolved to heighten bilateral relations
President-Akufo-Addo introducing members of his government to the Italian Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni in Ghana ACCRA, GHANA – The leaders…
Bitcoin Ramps Up As Crisis Extends in Zimbabwe
November 21, 2017
Bitcoin Ramps Up As Crisis Extends in Zimbabwe
Bitcoin prices have topped $10,000 over the past week, fueled by soaring demand and particularly, the crisis brewing in Zimbabwe. …
Buhari grows Nigeria’s economy by 1.4 percent in Q3: data
November 21, 2017
Buhari grows Nigeria’s economy by 1.4 percent in Q3: data
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari LAGOS, NIGERIA—Since taking office, Nigeria’s president Muhammadu Buhari’s steps to wipe out corruption has not been,…