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The Ugandan minister for East African affairs, Hon Rebecca Kadaga Alitwala has threatened to reinstate visa fees for all DR Congo citizens entering Uganda. It should be noted that in October 2023, both countries decided to waive the visa fee requirements for all citizens entering into either country. This move was/is expected to boost trade between the East African community ...

In the heartland of the United States, a series of wild tornadoes unleashed their devastating fury, claiming the lives of five individuals, including a precious infant, and leaving several others injured. The tempestuous winds tore through the central region, engulfing Oklahoma and its neighboring Great Plains states in chaos and destruction on that fateful Sunday of April 28. As dawn ...

In today’s ever-evolving economic landscape, the intricate web of taxation has far-reaching consequences. One particular aspect that warrants our attention is the cascading taxes and how it reverberates throughout the system. By delving into the depths of this phenomenon, we can gain a deeper understanding of its effects on businesses, consumers, and the economy at large. The cascading nature of ...

The Pentagon says it will “rush” Patriot air defense missiles and artillery ammunition to Ukraine as part of its new military aid package. The US will utilize $6bn (£4.8bn) for this purpose, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin revealed on Friday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Patriots were “urgently” needed. This is to face a growing Russian air threat and “can and should ...

In a recent development, the United Nations (UN) has concluded its probe into the allegations made by Israel regarding the involvement of 19 UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) staffers in the Hamas attacks on 7  October. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric announced on Friday that one case has been closed due to the absence of evidence provided by ...