The National Assembly has approved a significant increase in Nigeria’s minimum wage from N30,000 to N70,000. This decision also reduces the wage review period from five to three years. The move, advocated by President Bola Tinubu, gained backing from labour leaders like the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). The new wage bill is now awaiting the President's signature.
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Following a dramatic loss in the parliamentary elections, President Emmanuel Macron has accepted Prime Minister Gabriel Attal's resignation. However, Attal will continue leading a transitional government as France prepares for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Meanwhile, the victorious left-wing coalition struggles to choose a successor, showcasing the nation's political complexities.
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The DCI is actively investigating a case involving the sale of a firearm purportedly used in the murder of former Kenyan Minister Tom Mboya. A witness has claimed that high-ranking officials financed the purchase of several pistols, thereby reigniting the probe into Mboya's assassination. The DCI aims to dig deeper into the controversial circumstances surrounding his death.
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The National Assembly will commence the debate on the Finance Bill 2024, sparking national controversy. Kenyans are planning a sit-in protest at Parliament buildings. The bill's proposals aim to generate Ksh 2.92 trillion through various tax measures but face stiff opposition from both the public and politicians like Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi.
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Suresh Gopi, the first-ever BJP MP from Kerala, denies rumors of quitting his ministerial role after taking oath in Modi's government, refuting claims by the Kerala Congress. Gopi, who prioritizes film and public service, won the Thrissur seat and expresses commitment to implement projects for Kerala.
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Following recent elections in South Africa, no party achieved an outright majority, leading to the formation of a coalition government. This pivotal development is expected to influence the country's policies, both domestically and internationally. The African National Congress (ANC) leads with 40% of the vote, while the Democratic Alliance (DA) possesses 22%. Potential coalitions could bring significant changes to governance and the economy, alongside global policy adaptations.
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Germany's pro-business Free Democrats (FDP) propose a 'Yellow Deal' that dilutes the European Green Deal's strict environmental goals. This move, seen as a response to the EU's ambitious plan for carbon neutrality by 2050, might influence the direction of the continent’s climate policies. The FDP's demands have significant implications for shaping future EU environmental regulations.
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Captain Ibrahim Traoré, who took control of Burkina Faso in a 2022 coup, has extended the country's transition period by five years. The new charter allows for earlier elections if the security situation improves. This extension comes amid increasing violence and displacement in the region, raising concerns about the trajectory of military-run governments in West Africa.
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Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has refuted claims that the Limuru III meeting will address Mount Kenya's deep-seated issues. Instead, he insists the region already holds significant positions in the government. Kuria accused an unnamed leader, perceived to be DP Gachagua, of manipulating the event to exclude him and underscored their duty to directly resolve regional concerns.
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H.D. Kumaraswamy, former Chief Minister of Karnataka, accuses Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar of orchestrating a conspiracy against MP Prajwal Revanna in a sexual assault case. He calls for a CBI investigation, questioning the integrity of the current Special Investigation Team.
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