Rise in Visa Extensions Indicates Shift in UK Immigration Trends
In 2024, the UK saw over 900,000 visa extensions, a 215,000 increase from the previous year, while work and study...
economics
Surge in Visa Extensions Signals Shifts in UK Immigration and Travel Trends
The number of visa extensions granted to foreign nationals in Britain soared to over 900,000 in 2024, a considerable increase...
South Africa: Challenges in Funding National Health Insurance
The implementation of National Health Insurance (NHI) in South Africa faces substantial funding challenges due to economic underperformance and disparities...
China Plans Countermeasures Against US Agricultural Exports Amid Tariff Escalation
China is preparing to impose countermeasures against US tariffs on agricultural products, following President Trump's threat of a 10% import...
Declining Manufacturing Sentiment in South Africa: February PMI Insights
The Absa PMI for February indicated further deterioration in South African manufacturing sentiment, dropping to 44.7 from 45.3. This marks...
National Economic Dialogue 2025 Commences in Accra, Targets Economic Challenges
The National Economic Dialogue 2025 began today in Accra, led by President John Mahama. Focusing on economic challenges, the dialogue...
Ghana Halts Gold-for-Oil Program Amid Economic Reform Efforts
Ghana has suspended its gold-for-oil program as the new central bank governor, Johnson Asiama, aims for cedi stabilization. Following last...
Nigeria Bonds Yield Declines to 18.5% Amid Increased Investor Activity
The average yield on Nigerian government bonds fell to 18.53% as investors engaged in profit-taking amid new market dynamics. The...
FCCPC Directs MultiChoice to Maintain Subscription Prices Amid Investigation
The FCCPC has ordered MultiChoice Nigeria to maintain current subscription prices until an investigation into proposed increases concludes. MultiChoice must...
Uganda Faces Inflation Amid Rising Food Prices and Harsh Weather Conditions
Uganda's economy is experiencing inflationary pressures fueled by increased food prices due to harsh weather conditions. The annual inflation rate...
