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Liberia stands at a decisive crossroads. Blessed with abundant natural resources, a youthful population, and a strategic location in West Africa, the nation has the ingredients for profound economic transformation. Yet, although the opportunities are immense, persistent governance weaknesses, fragile infrastructure, and outdated fiscal and monetary systems continue to constrain progress. For the Unity Party administration, the challenge is clear, it must shift Liberia’s trajectory from survival to prosperity by harnessing technology, enforcing fiscal discipline, liberalizing trade, and deliberately creating domestic and external demand to drive a modern economy that is responsive to the socio-economic needs of its citizens. Impact…

Julia Roberts set the internet on fire this week when her first fall fashion magazine cover was unveiled. The star of “Pretty Woman” and “Notting Hill” was photographed wearing a blazer by Phoebe Philo, embodying the glossy movie star allure we’ve come to expect of the season. But it wasn’t one of the usual suspects like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar or W that landed Roberts. It was former Conde Nast editor Edward Enninful, the celebrated magazine creative who steered British Vogue for six years, who nabbed her for the first cover of his new fashion venture EE72. Enninful was once an…

A son of prominent South African anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko has told the BBC the family is confident a new inquest into his death 48 years ago will lead to the prosecution of those responsible.Seen as a martyr in the struggle against white-minority rule, the Black Consciousness Movement founder died from a brain injury aged 30 almost a month after being arrested at a roadblock.Police at the time said he had banged his head against a wall, but after apartheid ended in 1994, former officers admitted to assaulting him – although no-one has been prosecuted.Nkosinathi Biko, who was six when…

151 More than 80 brands have expressed interest in investing in Nigeria’s growing urban infrastructure sector after the successful hosting of the first Lift Expo Nigeria 2025 in Lagos. The three-day exhibition, which took place from September 2 to 4, was described as the largest elevator and escalator showcase ever held in Africa. It attracted over 2,500 participants, including industry professionals, policymakers, and investors from more than 15 countries. The event was organised by Expert International Fairs Org. Co. in partnership with Mena Management. It brought together leading companies from Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Delegations from the…

Leicestershire have signed South Africa left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj for the first four months of the 2026 season.Maharaj, 35, has taken 313 wickets in 152 matches for the Proteas and is the second overseas player the Foxes have signed for their return to Division One.”Alongside his exceptional cricketing abilities, he will bring vast international experience, leadership skills, and a huge passion for the game,” said Leicestershire director of cricket Claude Henderson.”All of [that] will be fundamental to our changing room.”

Fewer than half of British adults now carry a physical wallet, according to recent research, with many carrying payment cards on their phones or smartwatches instead.But while digital wallets such as Apple Pay or Google Pay are the default payment method among generation Z and millennials, many people over the age of 44 still rely on physical debit and credit cards.Four readers told us about their wallets.‘Unnecessary’Alosh K Jose says the move to online and contactless payments after the Covid pandemic means it is unnecessary to carry a wallet. Photograph: Alosh K Jose/Guardian Community“It used to weigh me down,” says…

Windhoek — The sequel edition of the Global African Hydrogen Summit opened on Tuesday in Namibia’s capital, drawing heads of state, ministers, financiers, and industry leaders from across Africa and beyond to accelerate investment in the continent’s green energy future. Held under the official patronage and hosted by the Government of Namibia, endorsed by the Ministry of Industries, Mines & Energy of Namibia, in partnership with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board(NIPDB), and supported by the Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme (NGH2P), the three-day gathering is themed “Ambition in Action: Fuelling Africa’s Green Industrial Revolution.” The summit aims to forge…

The man suspected of fatally shooting American conservative activist Charlie Kirk is finally in custody following a two-day federal manhunt, authorities have confirmed.Utah Governor Spencer Cox named Tyler Robinson, 22, as the suspected shooter at a news conference on Friday, after United States President Donald Trump himself announced that a suspect had been arrested. “We got him,” Cox said.He added that a family member of Robinson’s had reached out to a friend who contacted the authorities, and that friends and family members of Robinson, who had been interviewed by investigators, had described him as “full of hate” when discussing Charlie…

Late-night hosts reacted to the assassination of the rightwing activist Charlie Kirk and decried the rising tide of political violence in the US.Seth MeyersSeth Meyers opened Thursday’s Late Night with a separate segment on the Kirk assassination. “We are horrified by this grotesque tragedy and our condolences go out to his family and loved ones,” he said. “It should never be a matter of political ideology to mourn and to extend our fullest and deepest empathy to those who are suffering.“Political violence is abhorrent and anathema to the highest ideals of this country,” he continued. “It corrodes us and threatens…

NewsFeedUtah Governor Spencer Cox announced that a suspect is in custody in connection with the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Authorities identified the suspect as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, a Utah resident. The investigation is ongoing.Published On 12 Sep 202512 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share