Trump Revives Travel Ban With Expanded List of Restricted Countries By Ndiho Media – June 5, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald Trump on Wednesday revived one of the most controversial policies of his first term: a sweeping travel ban targeting foreign nationals from countries deemed…

Uganda’s Parliament Passes Controversial Bill to Reinstate Military Trials for Civilians By Ndiho Media Uganda's Parliament has passed the 2025 Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (Amendment) Bill, a highly controversial law that would allow civilians to be tried in military courts—defying a Supreme…

U.S. Supreme Court Backs Trump on Migrant Deportations By Ndiho Media, Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration can revoke the legal status of over 500,000 migrants, striking down a federal judge’s block on ending the Biden-era…

Kabila Meets with Locals and Civic Leaders in Goma Amid Political Firestorm By Ndiho Media Former President Joseph Kabila has begun holding consultations with residents and civic leaders in the eastern Congolese city of Goma — a stronghold now under the control of the M23 rebel group. His visit…

Corruption Scandal Rocks Ghana’s Embassy in Washington D.C., Leaves Dozens Stranded By Ndiho MediaGhana’s abrupt decision to shut down its embassy in Washington, D.C., has left dozens of citizens stranded, many of whom traveled from across the U.S. to pick up passports and visas. A reporter from…

U.S. Tech Firm Cybastion Unveils $500 Million Investment to Strengthen Africa’s Digital and Energy Sectors By Ndiho Media Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire—Exciting developments emerged earlier this month at the AmCham Business Summit, where U.S. tech firm Cybastion and its American partners unveiled over…

Former DRC President Joseph Kabila Breaks Silence, Blasts Tshisekedi as “Dictator” By Ndiho Media Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila has resurfaced with a scathing attack on President Félix Tshisekedi's government just days after losing his immunity from prosecution. In a 45-minute YouTube…

Trump and Ramaphosa Address Land Reform, Safety of White Farmers n a significant meeting at the White House, President Donald Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa discussed land reform and the safety of white farmers in South Africa, shortly after 49 white South Africans were granted…

Uganda’s Parliament Defies Supreme Court Over Military Trials By Ndiho Media Uganda's Parliament has passed a controversial bill giving military courts the power to try civilians, openly defying a Supreme Court ruling that banned the practice just months ago. Opposition lawmakers and legal experts…

Suspension of Ghana’s Chief Justice Sparks Debate By Ndiho Media It's been five months since President John Dramani Mahama returned to power, and already, his administration is making waves. One of the first high-profile shakeups was the suspension of Ghana's Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo. The…

Ali Bongo Exits Gabon: What’s Next for the Country? By Different Perspectives Former Gabonese president Ali Bongo has officially left the country. Alongside his wife Sylvia and son Noureddin, Bongo flew to Angola late Thursday night, ending nearly a year of post-coup uncertainty. Their departure…

Concerns Over Proposed 5% Remittance Tax Targeting Immigrants By Ndiho MediaA 5% remittance tax suggested by Republicans in the House is cause for alarm among immigrant families, remittance companies, and international finance professionals. The legislation, part of a more comprehensive Republican…

U.S. Court Slashes Anas’ $18M Defamation Win to $500 By Ndiho Media In a stunning legal twist, a U.S. court has reduced a $ 18 million defamation award to Ghanaian journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas to just $500. The original verdict, handed down in March, found former Ghanaian MP Kennedy Agyapong…

South Africa’s Land Reform and the U.S. Response By Ndiho Media On January 24, 2025, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Expropriation Act into law. The measure allows land to be reclaimed without compensation in specific cases and aims to correct historic land dispossession rooted…

49 White South Africans Arrive in the U.S. Ndiho Media | May 11, 2025 A group of 49 white South Africans arrived in the United States today as part of a controversial refugee program launched during former President Donald Trump's administration. The arrivals mark the first wave of…

Sudan’s War Rages On: No End in Sight More than three years since it began, Sudan’s brutal civil war shows no signs of slowing down. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) remain locked in deadly combat, while civilians pay the highest price. Renewed…

Burkina Faso to offer Free Education Initiative to Empower Youth In April, Burkina Faso announced a groundbreaking policy to provide free education from primary school through university, spearheaded by President Ibrahim Traoré. This initiative also includes complimentary textbooks for primary…

133 CARDIN133 Cardinals Vote for New Pope By Ndiho Media Today, 133 cardinals entered the Sistine Chapel to begin the sacred process of electing the next pope. After chanting ancient hymns, the doors closed with "Extra omnes." From here, it's prayer, reflection, and secret ballots. White smoke =…

Five Months On: Ghana’s President John Mahama Makes Headway on his Social Contract By Ndiho Media It's been five months since President John Dramani Mahama returned to power as Ghana's 14th president, and the momentum is undeniable. As part of his ambitious "First 120 Days Social Contract with the…

Gabon’s Brice Oligui Nguema Sworn In As President By Ndiho Media Last week marked a historic change in Gabon. Brice Oligui Nguema was sworn in as president, ending 55 years of Bongo family rule. His inauguration, attended by more than 20 African leaders, symbolized the conclusion of a 19-month…

Navigating USAID Cuts: Africa’s Path to Self-Reliance Changes within USAID and their far-reaching implications for Africa. The current administration's reduction in aid, particularly to crucial health programs like HIV medication, poses a serious threat to the continent's well-being.However, this…

Ethiopian Airlines Graduates 974 Aviation Professionals By Ndiho Media Ethiopian Airlines is again making history—not just in the skies, but on the ground. On May 3, 2025, the airline's prestigious Aviation University celebrated the graduation of 974 aviation professionals, marking a significant…

E.DRC: M23 REBELS OFFENSIVES DISPLACES HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS Today, on Different Perspectives, we discuss the humanitarian crisis in Eastern Congo, where the M23 rebel group captured Goma and Bukavu. Since the offensive began, more than 7,000 people have been killed, and hundreds of thousands have…

A Tribute to Dr. Shaka Ssali (1952–2025) By Paul Ndiho We’ve lost a legend. Dr. Shaka Ssali wasn’t just a journalist—he was a voice of reason, a champion of truth, and a fearless advocate for democracy and press freedom in Africa. From his humble roots in Kabale, Uganda, to becoming the host of…

WHAT AN INCREDIBLE JOURNEY AT VOA The past few days have been harsh. Many of my colleagues at Voice of America, including myself, have been placed on administrative leave or given termination notices due to recent executive orders. I want to thank everyone who reached out to check on me—it truly…

EMPOWERING WOMEN IN TECH A World Bank report reveals that women represent less than a third of the global tech workforce and are often in the minority at major tech companies. Analysts believe empowering women in Africa's tech sector can significantly benefit their communities, as women are…

Heightened tensions in South Sudan Tensions have risen sharply after the arrest of several senior officials from the opposition group SPLM-IO by security forces. A fragile power-sharing arrangement between President Salva Kiir and First Vice President Riek Machar is threatened due to conflicts…

U.S. IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT AND BORDER SECURITY U.S. President Donald Trump claimed his administration initiated the most extensive border and immigration crackdown in history during a speech to Congress. He stated that 21 million immigrants entered the U.S. illegally during Biden's presidency,…

SCHOOLS REOPENING AFTER A BRIEF SUSPENSION IN BUKAVU E. DRC Calm is returning to Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after M23 fighters entered the city and two deadly explosions. The Rwanda-backed M23 rebel movement, which has expanded its territory since January, has ordered schools…

GHANA’S RECYCLED SECOND HAND CLOTHING In Ghana, where secondhand clothes are donated to charities worldwide, they often end up in landfills. Two brothers have taken a different approach - giving these secondhand clothes a new life cycle. They are making their mark in the fashion industry. What…

DIAGNOSED WITH A CONGENITAL HEART DEFECT Twapalwa Kangwa, a 23-year-old from Zambia, is an inspiring young woman studying media and journalism at the University of Zambia. She was diagnosed with a congenital heart condition known as Tetralogy of Fallot when she was just three years old, leading to…

U S HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PASSES BUDGET he Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives advanced President Donald Trump's tax cut and border security agenda earlier this week, significantly boosting his 2025 priorities. The budget resolution called for $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and $2…

BITCOIN MINING IN ETHIOPIA Africa can leverage its abundant natural resources to become a global hub for sustainable Bitcoin mining, with significant investments from Bitcoin companies across countries like Ethiopia, Malawi, Kenya, and Zambia.Bitcoin mining uses powerful computers to solve complex…

PRESIDENT TRUMP POPULAR AMONG AFRICAN DIASPORA During his first term as US president, Donald Trump had minimal engagement with Africa, but despite that, President Trump remains hugely popular on the continent and among the African Diaspora. Some African conservatives strongly advocate President…

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Earlier this month, President Trump signed an executive order directing the Justice Department to pause prosecutions of Americans accused of bribing foreign officials to enhance economic competitiveness. The order calls for revised enforcement guidelines for…

Cryptocurrency in Africa Earlier this month, the Central African Republic launched a cryptocurrency meme, which initially experienced a surge in value before crashing. This is just one of the most recent examples of the rising interest in cryptocurrency investments across the continent. According…

Untitled The 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) highlights that corruption remains a critical issue worldwide. Sub-Saharan Africa again scored the lowest average at 33 out of 100—90 percent of countries in the region scored below 50. However, some nations have made remarkable progress through…

LAGOS BASED AULDON TOYS VENTURES INTO RETAIL From securing a multimillion-dollar contract with one of the world's leading retailers, Walmart, to supplying Unity Girl Dolls and selling the African-themed toys on Amazon's online store, Lagos—Nigeria-based Auldon Toys, a leading manufacturer of Unity…

M23 REBELS MAKES SIGNIFICANT GAINS IN E.DRC The Democratic Republic of Congo government has urged Rwanda to cease its alleged support for the M23 rebel group. Rwanda denies any links. The M23 has made significant territorial gains, including the capture of Goma in January and Bukavu, where…

SOUTH AFRICA’S LAND ACT ADDRESSES RACIAL DISPARITIES The South African government remains resolute after the Trump administration threatened to cut funding over a new land reform act to address racial disparities in land ownership. Despite three decades since apartheid, most farmland is still…

SOUTH AFRICA NEW LAND ACT U.S. President Donald Trump announced he would "cut off all aid to South Africa until further notice" due to the country's land reform policy. This decision follows an executive order to reduce U.S. financial assistance linked to South Africa's land policy and its case…

AFRICAN LEADER S CALL FOR CEASEFIRE IN DRC A summit of eastern and southern African leaders took place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, over the weekend to address the conflict in eastern Congo, where M23 rebels threaten the government. Rwandan President Paul Kagame, whose government is accused of…

UNDERSTANDING AI AND BIG DATA Government leaders and technology company heads gathered at the AI Action Summit in Paris, France, to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and explore the use of Big Data. Leaders called for rules and international governance so people could trust the new…

Tanzanian lawmaker reacts USAID closure Many humanitarian workers worldwide have faced layoffs due to President Trump's closure of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the primary source of humanitarian assistance. Tanzania, a rapidly growing economy in Africa with an annual GDP…

CRISIS IN GOMA – EASTERN DRC The fall of Goma has rattled the continent, prompting international condemnation and fears of a humanitarian crisis. Observers say Goma is cautiously starting to come back to life after several days of fighting between Congolese forces and M23 fighters allegedly backed…

UNDERSTANDING CRYPTO CURRENCIES On January 20th, after U.S. President Donald Trump's return to the White House, his cryptocurrency, $TRUMP, surged 73% to a market value of about $9.2 billion. Melania Trump also launched her meme coin. However, cryptocurrency prices fell earlier this week, with…

STAINLESS STEEL STOVES MADE IN GHANA Arnold Nyendwa, a Zambian inventor, has achieved unprecedented success in his field. His relentless innovative spirit has culminated in creating the stainless-steel stove and a range of other household products that redefine efficiency. He is about to break…

INTENSE FIGHTING IN GOMA, EASTERN D.R.C. Intense fighting is underway in Eastern DRC as the M23 rebels have advanced swiftly on eastern Congo's largest city, Goma. According to eyewitnesses on the ground, Congolese government forces struggled to halt an offensive that forced thousands of civilians…

U.S. IMMIGRATION SOUTHERN BORDER EMERGENCY On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump declared a national emergency at the southern border through Executive Orders, describing it as a response to an "invasion." His administration reinstated the "Remain in Mexico" policy, requiring…

UGANDA’S KIIRA MOTORS RESHAPES PUBLIC TRANSPORT Uganda's automotive industry is reshaping public transport and promoting sustainability. Kiira Motors Corporation, a state enterprise, is leading the way with its innovative electric buses, with over 39 of them navigating the streets of Kampala.…