[Ghanaian Times] Bolgatanga affectionately known as Bolga has been synonymous with basket weaving. However it goes beyond its global appeal as a handicraft hub, the Bolgatanga basket tells a deeper story of survival, empowerment, and transformation. Originating from Bolgatanga, often referred to as the “basket city,” this hand woven product represents far more than a…
[Nile Post] Uganda’s tourism sector is set for a significant boost after government allocated Shs571.5 billion in the 2026/2027 national budget, a move stakeholders say reflects growing recognition of tourism as a key driver of economic transformation.
[Leadership] The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Nigeria to strengthen oversight of stablecoins and other crypto-asset activities, warning that the rapid growth of digital assets could pose risks to the country’s financial system if left outside regulatory supervision.
[Nile Post] BBC – When Iraq’s football team qualified for the World Cup at the end of March, Abdulla Adnan bought tickets for his country’s matches against Norway and France, which will be played in the US cities of Boston and Philadelphia this month.
[Nile Post] With less than a year to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, tensions are rising over reported visa denials affecting international journalists expected to cover the tournament in the United States.
[Shabelle] Ankara — Somali international referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has thanked the football community and the Somali public for their support after he was denied entry to the United States, preventing him from officiating at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
[Namibian] Hardap governor Riaan McNab says agriculture and tourism remain critical pillars of the regional economy, with the government investing in farmer support programmes, climate resilience initiatives and tourism development projects aimed at creating jobs and stimulating economic growth.
[Leadership] Nigerians spent more than N50 billion on United States visa applications between 2023 and 2024, despite a significant decline in approvals as Washington tightened immigration controls and intensified scrutiny of applicants.
[Nyasa Times] Ten members of staff from Old Mutual (Malawi) Limited have qualified for the prestigious offshore trip administered by the parent company, Old Mutual Africa Regions, headquartered in South Africa.
[ANGOP] Luena — At least 16 entrepreneurs from Moxico province completed a 30-day training course in tourism business management on Saturday at the Higher Polytechnic Institute.