Dec 6, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Farmers’ Day in Ghana was established in 1985 following severe droughts in the early 1980s. It emphasises the importance of agriculture and its critical role in the country’s progress. The celebration features a variety of events, including national awards...
Dec 4, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Standard Chartered has announced plans to significantly expand its team of relationship managers in Hong Kong, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of a five-year strategy to oversee an additional $200 billion in client funds. According to Judy Hsu,...
Dec 4, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Singapore-based cryptocurrency payment provider DTCpay has announced it will phase out Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) transactions by the end of 2024 and transition entirely to stablecoins by January 2025. The shift is driven by the price volatility of Bitcoin and...
Dec 3, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Ghana has introduced a new chip-embedded e-passport with advanced biometric features, enhancing travel security and convenience. The passport includes a microprocessor storing biometric and photo data, alongside anti-fraud security measures. Its design reflects...
Dec 2, 2024 | Commonwealth News
This day holds significant historical value, reflecting the region’s development and its contributions to New Zealand’s history, particularly during the gold rush of the 1860s. While large-scale celebrations are not customary, the day provides an occasion for...
Nov 29, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Before independence, Vanuatu, formerly known as the New Hebrides, was a territory jointly governed by Britain and France. This dual colonial administration created divisions among the indigenous Ni-Vanuatu population and between the political movements striving for...
Nov 28, 2024 | Commonwealth News
The 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico City made history by lifting the age limit of 28 and allowing older contestants to compete. Malta’s Beatrice Njoya, a 40-year-old single mother and domestic violence survivor, became the oldest finalist in the...
Nov 28, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Sri Lanka’s central bank has introduced a new single policy rate of 8% to support the country’s ongoing economic recovery from a severe financial crisis. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) announced the move to simplify its interest rate mechanism by replacing...
Nov 27, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Hong Kong residents can now experience cultured meat, also known as lab-grown meat, as Australian food-tech start-up Vow launches its innovative products in the city. The Aubrey, a Japanese bar at the Mandarin Oriental, has introduced two dishes featuring Vow’s...
Nov 27, 2024 | Commonwealth News
The Citizenship (Western Samoa) (Restoration) Amendment Bill has officially become law, offering a pathway for certain individuals to reclaim their New Zealand citizenship, previously revoked under the Citizenship (Western Samoa) Act 1982. This new legislation applies...
