Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o has flagged political interference in how county student bursaries are managed and requested.
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Nigeria Suspends Parliamentary Engagements With South Africa Amid Diplomatic Tensions
Fresh tensions between Nigeria and South Africa have raised concerns about the future of one of Africa's most important bilateral relationships, with lawmakers in Nigeria reportedly suspending parliamentary engagements as concerns over the safety of Nigerian citizens resurface.
The development matters because both countries are major economic powers on the continent, and strained relations could affect efforts to strengthen trade, investment and regional cooperation under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Parliamentary ties put on hold
According to reports, Nigerian lawmakers have suspended parliamentary interactions with South Africa following renewed concerns over attacks involving Nigerians.
The move comes amid broader diplomatic strains, although businesses and governments in both countries are reportedly continuing efforts to protect trade, travel and investment links.
Why AfCFTA is under pressure
The dispute has renewed debate about the challenges facing AfCFTA, Africa's flagship trade agreement designed to encourage the movement of goods, services and investment across the continent.
Analysts say the latest tensions suggest that reducing tariffs alone may not be enough, as confidence in cross-border safety, mobility and cooperation also plays a critical role in regional integration.
Focus on rebuilding confidence
While economic ties between Nigeria and South Africa remain significant, the latest dispute underscores the importance of sustained diplomatic engagement in resolving tensions.
As both nations work to preserve their relationship, the coming weeks are expected to test whether political differences can be addressed without undermining Africa's broader vision of deeper economic integration and accountability between member states.
New Music Friday, Kenya 🇰🇪 – BonvHouse Select:
1. Paska - NO MORE DRAMA (with Njerae)
2. Roy Rutto - NO COLD FEET!
3. Tina Ardor - NDETO (EP)
4. Maali - Damage You Demanded (EP)
5. BURUKLYN BOYZ - 24
6. Scar Mkadinali x BABA HAKEEM - GANGSTER )
7. Shady Luopin - Lakeside
8. M. Rumbi - Fall In Love (Demo)
9. Tekkman, Guztavo PT, Nes Mburu - Nataka
10. The Renaissance Man - AGAINST THE GOADS
11. Coll!eCln - Bossie
12. King Kaka - Ni Noma (ft. Nyawira Siren)
13. AddyBaddest - Deligence
14. IkeN - Fall In
15. Boeyylee - Tingisha
16. Coster Ojwang - RAPAR RAILA
17. Itha - Runaway
18. Bunde Mboya - Make You Happy (feat. Cedz Imagination)
19. Bee Thee Artiste, X.O, & AUGUST IV - Yet Another Love Song
20. Almared, HYLE, & Nes Mburu - WAKO (Radio Mix)
21. Iamtheos - Peace of Mind (feat. Cosign Black)
22. BoiBlacc - fellate me
23. Mwanaa - Vaibu (ft. Brandy Maina)
24. MASTAR VK x ZiiBeats - Bablas
25. Lil Osteen x Codey - Wobble It
26. Moji Shortbaba - Tetewa Na Mungu
27. Mc Rayan The Dj - Vibe Check (Album)
28. Fima ni Djéma, B WAVE, & Renda b beatz - DANCING HEARTS (Wololo)
29. GrG - Cold World (ft. N'Jiru)
30. Max Vangeli, Demmma, & Idd Aziz - Ndende
So I found my man in Doja Cats comments last night, talmbout “istg will do anything to eat that a $$” 😭
I confronted him the screenshot expecting him to explain himself .. couldn’t believe he brought up my cousin leaving his toothbrush at mines as a defense
Whiz khalifa on how he gave his life to Christ .. .
Whiz : “I got an encounter with the Holy Spirit .. and I’m not going to be living my old life anymore because I’m a new creation in Christ Jesus”…
The new convert has since cleared his tattoos and stopped smoking as he journeys through his new life as a devoted Chris. .. see more..
I would never condone his actions. What he did was harsh and he should be punished severely for it. But making Africa look inherently evil or “primitive” is lame as fuck. A simple bit of research could have prevented this kind of comment (Africans have made significant contributions to the U.S. economically, academically, scientifically and technologically. I could name a few). Instead, you chose to talk down on an entire continent because of the actions of one person. That’s not right, and I mean that respectfully.