Lawyard Spotlight

Nigeria Holds Interest Rate at 27.50% to Sustain Disinflation and Stabilize Economy

  In a measured move aimed at deepening macroeconomic stability, the Central Bank of Nigeria…

Kenya Moves to Fast-Track Human Rights Complaints with New Draft Framework

  The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has unveiled the Draft Complaints and…

Bank of Ghana Holds Emergency MPC Meeting Amid Strong Economic Momentum

In a move that reflects Ghana’s evolving macroeconomic posture, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) convened…

South Africa Champions African Priorities at G20 Amid Global Trade and Debt Challenges

In a pivotal moment for Africa on the global stage, South Africa is using its…

Deportation Policy: Nigeria responds to Trumps Planned Deportation of Convicts to Nigeria

In 2025, President Donald Trump revived a controversial immigration policy targeting non-U.S. citizens with criminal…

Nigeria Responds to U.S. and UAE Visa Changes with Diplomatic Reassurance and Policy Directives

In response to recent visa policy shifts by the United States and the United Arab…

Ghana Abolishes Fuel Perks for Political Appointees in Push for Fiscal Discipline

In a decisive move to curb government spending and signal fiscal responsibility, the Government of…

South Africa Increases Social Relief of Distress Grant

In July 2025, the South African government reaffirmed the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant…

Kenya Abolishes Visa Requirements for Africans and Caribbeans—With Two Key Exceptions

In a bold move toward continental unity and economic openness, Kenya has officially eliminated visa…

Kenya’s Government moves towards legalizing Bitcoin as a means of Trade

For nearly a decade, Kenya maintained an unequivocal position on virtual currencies. The Central Bank…