Category: African Business
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First criminal crypto tax evader in US sentenced to two years in prison
Quick Take An Austin, Texas, man received a two-year sentence for falsely underreporting capital gains earned from selling $3.7 million in bitcoin — marking the first criminal tax evasion prosecution centered entirely on cryptocurrency. The false tax returns were filed by Frank Richard Ahlgren III between 2017 and 2019. They did not report or underreported…
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Zimbabwe Introduces New Land Tenure Policy to Empower Black Farmers, Marking a Shift from Mugabe Era
Zimbabwe’s government has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering black farmers through a new Land Tenure Implementation Program. Announced on December 20, 2024, this program seeks to address long-standing issues rooted in the controversial land reform program of the early 2000s under former President Robert Mugabe. A New Era for Black Farmers Central to…
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Rastafarian Community in South Africa Faces Ongoing Cannabis Arrests Despite Decriminalization
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has formally addressed National Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Fannie Masemola, voicing concerns over the continued arrests of adult private users, possessors, and cultivators of cannabis. This issue has disproportionately impacted members of the Rastafarian community, despite cannabis being decriminalized for private use in South Africa and a South…
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Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Allegations of Exploiting Illegally Mined Minerals from Congo
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a nation rich in natural resources yet plagued by the systemic exploitation of its mineral wealth, has taken a bold step in the global arena by filing a lawsuit against Apple Inc., the world’s most valuable company. The claim centers on accusations that Apple has indirectly profited from the…
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Russian Oil in West Africa: The Role of Demex and the Risks to African Sovereignty
In the wake of Western sanctions imposed due to the Ukraine conflict, Russia has sought alternative avenues to distribute its oil, with West Africa emerging as a significant destination. Central to this operation is Demex, a discreet trading firm based in Dubai, facilitating the flow of Russian petroleum products into the region. Countries Affected and…
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Former Bank Teller in Delaware Accused of Stealing Thousands from Dormant Accounts
Authorities in Wilmington, Delaware, have accused a former Citizens Bank teller of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from customer accounts. The suspect, identified as 35-year-old Vannia Chatt, allegedly exploited her position at the branch located on the 900 block of N. Market Street. According to police, Chatt targeted three dormant accounts, creating emergency debit…
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Witchcraft Allegations in Zambia: Political Plot or Crackdown on Opposition?
In a controversial turn of events, Zambian authorities have arrested two individuals accused of plotting to harm President Hakainde Hichilema using witchcraft. The suspects were allegedly hired by the brother of opposition leader Jay Banda, according to police reports. Found in possession of “assorted charms” and a live chameleon, the suspects were described as practicing…
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Ghana’s Youth Unemployment Crisis and the Rising Tide of Galamsey: A Call to Action for the Diaspora
Ghana, once lauded as a beacon of stability and economic potential in West Africa, is grappling with a critical unemployment crisis, particularly among its youth. With limited opportunities for formal employment, many young Ghanaians are turning to illegal gold mining, locally known as galamsey. This informal and often dangerous activity has grown into a national…
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Isabel dos Santos: From Africa’s Richest Woman to Political Target?
Isabel dos Santos, once celebrated as Africa’s richest woman and a pioneering entrepreneur, now finds herself at the center of a contentious legal and political battle. The Angolan tycoon, who is the daughter of former President José Eduardo dos Santos, claims the allegations of embezzlement and corruption leveled against her by the Angolan government are…
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🇺🇸 Black Earth: A Family’s Journey from Enslavement to Reclamation
In North Carolina, a Black farmer purchased the plantation where his ancestors were enslaved—and is taking back his family’s story, his community’s health, and the soil beneath his feet. This story was published recently by The Bitter Southerner magazine, in print and online. In the months before Patrick Brown was born in November 1982, his father, Arthur, lay down on…
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