While many African flags are visually striking, one that stands out as particularly symbolic and captivating is the flag of South Africa.

Driven by his desire to assert dominance and secure personal victories, he has demonstrated unpredictable and impulsive ...

In South Africa, the interest rates decisions are taken by the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). The official interest rate is the repo rate. This is the rate at ...

A year after their withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas), the three member countries of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) are demonstrating a strong and united front.

Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Premium subscription today. From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The ...

Languages: English. You can get in touch with Hugh by emailing [email protected] President Trump's State Department has enacted a "one flag policy," banning U.S. embassies and overseas ...

The U.S. State Department has adopted a new policy under the Trump administration that effectively blocks U.S. embassies and outposts from flying Pride and Black Lives Matter flags, a report said ...

Kenya will allow citizens of nearly all African countries to visit without needing prior authorisation, according to a new directive by the cabinet. Last year, Kenya introduced a "visa-free ...

The climate crisis: A blow to African resilience Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement is a significant setback for global climate action and Africa will bear the brunt of its consequences.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said he was a firm believer in free democracy as he made his first appearance in an impeachment trial on Tuesday (Jan 21) looking into his shocking and brief ...

But executive order No. 5, the first non-appointment related order, declares the flags be flown at full mast for the remainder of Monday and any future inauguration days. Trump ordered this after ...