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Amnesty International has urged Argentina to uphold international legal standards by ensuring adequate pensions for its elderly citizens. Following the expiration of a pension moratorium, the organization warns that neglecting …
Amnesty International Urges Argentina to Protect Elderly Pensions Under International Law Read More
The Industrial and Commercial Workers Union has requested a reduction in the 25 percent corporate tax on rural banks due to its detrimental effects on their operations. General Secretary Morgan …
ICU Advocates for Reduced Corporate Tax on Rural Banks to Enhance Operations Read More
Chilean President Gabriel Boric has signed a pension reform law to modernize the retirement system established during the Pinochet dictatorship. Effective in September 2025, the reform includes contributions from workers …
Boric Significantly Reforms Chile’s Pension System for Greater Equity Read More
ZIMSEC has extended the registration deadline for November exams to May 16, following concerns from lawmakers that the original deadline was too early and financially burdensome for many students. This …
ZIMSEC Extends November Exam Registration Deadline to May 16 Read More
The Ghana Gold Board Bill 2025 was presented to Parliament, aiming to regulate gold acquisition, distribution, and export in Ghana. It focuses on enhancing transparency, formalizing small-scale mining, and securing …
Ghana Gold Board Bill 2025 Submitted for Parliamentary Review Read More
On March 19, MPs expressed concerns about a proposed 15 percent fuel levy, which they fear may inflate consumer prices. The bill aims to replace a fixed Rwf115 per liter …
Concerns Arise Over Proposed 15% Fuel Levy in Rwanda Read More
Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo announced a $100,000 cash grant for adult citizens to be distributed mainly via cheques for transparency. Payments will be made periodically based on fiscal sustainability. President …
Implementation of $100,000 Grant for Citizens by Cheque Read More
Zimbabwe plans to reform its tax and regulatory fee system within six months, aiming to halve certain fees and eliminate others. A cabinet committee will review regulations to reduce bureaucratic …
Zimbabwe’s Tax and Regulatory Fee Reforms: A Six-Month Agenda for Change Read More
The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Education has raised serious concerns regarding the Technical University of Kenya’s financial situation, highlighted by unpaid salaries since 2013 and issues with its pension …
Concerns Rise Over Financial Crisis at Technical University of Kenya Read More
Moody’s predicts that South Africa’s coalition government will reach a budget compromise, supporting fiscal consolidation. Despite some parliamentary parties rejecting the revised budget, negotiations are ongoing. Moody’s expects public debt …
Moody’s Forecasts Budget Compromise for South Africa’s Coalition Government Read More