Commonwealth News
Nine agribusiness ideas to consider in Africa in 2023
From baby food to pineapples, Africa’s agribusiness and food industries are still waiting for many businesses and industries to explore market opportunities. Lack of funds, well-organised cooperatives, and insufficient market information are still a challenge for...
Zambia repeals controversial Defamation law
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema announces the abolition of the controversial defamation law and the associated death penalty. The revoke is likely to provide its citizens more freedom of expression under the bill of rights. However, Opposition National...
The Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce: Milestones and Moments Video
It has been little over a year and a half since the Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce came into existence.
The Chamber was set up because right now we are at an immensely important juncture in modern history; now more than ever is the moment for Commonwealth business to realise the benefits of being part of the global network of the Commonwealth family.
King Charles III banknote designs revealed by Bank of England
The Bank of England releases new images of the UK banknotes featuring portrait of King Charles III in it. These notes will likely enter circulation by mid-2024. According to the Bank of England the portrait is based on a photo owned by the royal household released in...
India: PT Usha becomes first woman President of Indian Olympic Association
Indian former athlete PT Usha becomes the first female Olympian and first international medalist to head the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) in its 95-year-old history. The 58-year-old, Usha is also the first nominated member of parliament who will preside over the...
Hanukkah
This festival is celebrated with nightly menorah lighting. Special blessings and prayers are recited on this day and celebrated with traditional foods like potato latke (pancake) and jelly-filled sufganya (doughnut). People present gifts of money and a “dreidel” (a...