Collins Nweke, a Nigerian-born scholar, political analyst and Pan-Africanist based in Belgium, assesses the current situation in Ghana and the economic challenges the country is facing. He outlines his recommendations for how newly-elected president of the country, John Dramani Mahama, who is set to be sworn into office on 7 January, could address these challenges.  —- Next week the good …

From consumer rights to healthcare, the new year ushers in many significant changes for residents of Germany. In 2025, social security contributions, the minimum wage and housing benefits will all increase. Parents will also be able to deduct higher childcare expenses from their taxes. The introduction of the electronic patient file is set to transform healthcare, while a new recycling …

Germany is gearing up for early general elections after President Frank-Walter Steinmeier announced the dissolution of the Bundestag, the country’s lower house of parliament, on 27 December 2024. This marks the beginning of an accelerated political transition, with the snap election scheduled for 23 February 2025. Countdown to the Polls In his official statement, President Steinmeier emphasized the importance of …