The United States (US) is tightening its visitor visa rules. From January 21, applicants from 38 countries seeking tourist or business visas may be required to post a refundable security bond of between five-thousand and $15 thousand.

The State Department says the decision on the bond amount will be made by consular officers during visa interviews.

Channnel Africas economics reporter innocent Semosa has the details.

The United States (US) is tightening its visitor visa rules. From January 21, applicants from 38 countries seeking tourist or business visas may be required to post a refundable security bond of between five-thousand and $15 thousand.
The State Department says the decision on the bond amount will be made by consular officers during visa interviews.
Channnel Africas economics reporter innocent Semosa has the details.

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US tightens visitor visa rules, may require security bonds for 38 countries

Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama has marked one year since returning to office, after winning the December 2024 elections.

 In a national address this week, President Mahama described his first 12 months as a period of tough but necessary decisions, largely focused on stabilising an economy under pressure and restoring confidence in key state institutions. He says the next phase of his presidency will prioritise policies that deliver tangible benefits for ordinary Ghanaians, from jobs to cost-of-living relief.

To assess what this first year has achieved, what it has cost, and what lies ahead, is Parliamentary Network Africa Director of Communications, Clement Akoloh.

Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama has marked one year since returning to office, after winning the December 2024 elections.
&nbsp;In a national address this week, President Mahama described his first 12 months as a period of tough but necessary decisions, largely focused on stabilising an economy under pressure and restoring confidence in key state institutions. He says the next phase of his presidency will prioritise policies that deliver tangible benefits for ordinary Ghanaians, from jobs to cost-of-living relief.
To assess what this first year has achieved, what it has cost, and what lies ahead, is Parliamentary Network Africa Director of Communications, Clement Akoloh.

President Mahama marks one year in office, highlights economic stabilisation effort

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called for enhanced cooperation with Ethiopia in areas including infrastructure, green industry, and the digital economy.

Speaking during his visit to Addis Ababa as part of a week-long African tour, Wang emphasized Beijing's readiness to work with Ethiopia to align development strategies, share governance experiences, and support initiatives promoting regional peace and stability. During this trip, Wang Yi is visiting Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania, and Lesotho.

For more on this, is Dr Emmanuel Matambo, Research Director at the Centre for Africa-China Studies at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa.

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called for enhanced cooperation with Ethiopia in areas including infrastructure, green industry, and the digital economy.
Speaking during his visit to Addis Ababa as part of a week-long African tour, Wang emphasized Beijing's readiness to work with Ethiopia to align development strategies, share governance experiences, and support initiatives promoting regional peace and stability. During this trip, Wang Yi is visiting Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania, and Lesotho.
For more on this, is Dr Emmanuel Matambo, Research Director at the Centre for Africa-China Studies at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa.

Wang Yi promotes development, regional stability in Ethiopia visit

As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco enters its crucial stages, the tournament has already seen several favourites eliminated and not without controversy.

Reports indicate that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Referees Committee is facing internal turmoil following a series of contentious officiating decisions, particularly in the knockout rounds.

Critics argue that the tournament has highlighted significant officiating issues, with some suggesting that refereeing decisions have favoured Morocco, the host nation.

For more on this, is SABC News' Senior Sport Journalist, Sifiso Ramara.

As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco enters its crucial stages, the tournament has already seen several favourites eliminated and not without controversy.
Reports indicate that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Referees Committee is facing internal turmoil following a series of contentious officiating decisions, particularly in the knockout rounds.
Critics argue that the tournament has highlighted significant officiating issues, with some suggesting that refereeing decisions have favoured Morocco, the host nation.
For more on this, is SABC News' Senior Sport Journalist, Sifiso Ramara.

US tightens visitor visa rules, may require security bonds for 38 countries

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