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Trade war threat compels Colombia to accept deported migrants from US after earlier opposition

  • January 27, 2025
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Colombia has agreed to accept deported Colombian migrants from the United States, backing down after threats of steep tariffs and other punitive measures from President Donald Trump. The deal comes after a brief standoff over US military flights carrying deportees, which Colombia had initially blocked, accusing the US of treating its citizens unfairly. On Sunday […]

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Reconsider withdrawal from organisation – WHO urges US

  • January 21, 2025
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has appealed to the United States to reconsider its decision to withdraw from the global health body. This comes after an executive order was issued under the directive of President Donald Trump, signaling the United States’ intent to sever ties with the organization. In the order, Trump cited the WHO’s […]

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US to transfer $52.88M in forfeited corruption proceeds to Nigeria

  • January 15, 2025
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The Justice Department announced on January 10 that the United States entered into an agreement to transfer approximately $52.88 million in forfeited assets to the Federal Republic of Nigeria in recognition of Nigeria’s assistance to the department in an investigation into corruption in the Nigerian oil industry. “This agreement recognizes the close law enforcement relationship […]

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US congratulates Mahama, calls for justice for deceased in electoral violence

  • December 10, 2024
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The United States has congratulated President-elect John Mahama on his victory in Ghana’s 2024 elections while calling for justice for those who lost their lives due to electoral violence. In a statement, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken extended further congratulations to Vice President-elect Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang for making history as Ghana’s “first female […]

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Over 10% of Ghanaians issued US visas in 2023 overstayed – Customs and Border Protection

  • November 19, 2024
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A recent U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) report reveals that over 10% of Ghanaians issued visas in 2023 overstayed their permitted durations, raising concerns about visa compliance. The report, covering the period from October 2022 to September 2023, indicates that out of 25,454 B1/B2 visas (for business and tourism) issued to Ghanaians, 1,910 individuals […]

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Can the US prosecute Trump after becoming president?

  • November 6, 2024
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A legal debate looms as Donald Trump prepares to enter the White House with multiple criminal cases pending against him, sparking questions about whether a sitting U.S. president can face prosecution. Despite dozens of charges spanning four major cases, Trump’s new role could shield him from legal action while he holds office, say experts. If […]

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It’s Election Day in the US; Kamala Harris faces Trump

  • November 5, 2024
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Millions of Americans are heading to the polls as Election Day unfolds, with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump vying for the White House. Polls opened at 5:00 a.m. ET (10:00 GMT) following a record-breaking early voting turnout, with over 82 million ballots already cast. Harris has centred her campaign on protecting […]

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Undemocratic Ghanaians, relatives to face visa restriction – US warns

  • October 29, 2024
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The United States has announced a new visa restriction policy targeting individuals and their immediate relatives who are found to be undermining democracy in Ghana. The policy, effective immediately, is aimed at promoting democracy in Ghana and will apply ahead of the country’s presidential and parliamentary elections on December 7, 2024. This measure will specifically […]