Commonwealth News
Commonwealth Secretariat holds vital dialogue about AI and its impact on legal systems
A thought-provoking discussion on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and access to justice, hosted by the Commonwealth Secretariat as part of its Rule of Law Conversations series, generated spirited dialogue that extended well beyond the formal proceedings. The event...
Cyprus to fund desalination plants at hotels to reduce impact of water shortages on tourism
Cyprus has announced plans to subsidise private hotel desalination plants to address water shortages during peak tourist seasons. The initiative comes as the Mediterranean island faces critically low water levels following its second-driest winter in a decade. The...
Namibia removes US, UK, others from visa free list
Starting this April, Namibia is set to end visa-free travel privileges for more than 30 nations, including the US and the UK. The decision, approved by the Namibian cabinet last July, will affect numerous European countries, notably Germany, Namibia's primary source...
Afreximbank breaks ground on historic state-of-the-art Afreximbank African Trade Centre (AATC) in Barbados, first outside Africa
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has launched the construction of its first trade centre outside Africa, marking a historic development in Africa-Caribbean relations. The US$180 million facility in Bridgetown, Barbados, will house Afreximbank's CARICOM office,...
Donald Trump suggests US could join British Commonwealth
Reports suggest King Charles III is preparing a "secret offer" for the United States to become the Commonwealth's 57th member, British tabloids claim. President Donald Trump expressed support for the proposal on social media, stating "I Love King Charles. Sounds good...
Mauritius Independence Day
Every year, on March 12, the island nation of Mauritius comes alive with vibrant celebrations that mark its independence. The streets fill with the rhythmic sounds of traditional music, as colorful parades wind their way through cities and villages, showcasing the...