These tragedies occurred as desperate people scrambled for charity handouts amidst a severe cost-of-living crisis exacerbated by rising inflation and economic hardship.
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The cost of living takes center stage in Mauritius’ election, as candidates pledge economic support to counter inflation, ensure growth, and address concerns of the 1.3 million population.
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The Egyptian government has implemented another fuel price hike, which is expected to have a significant impact on the cost of goods and services.
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Nigeria’s state security service arrested the president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Monday. Joe Ajero, the head of the country’s largest labour federation, was detained on undisclosed charges, the NLC reported. The arrest comes after Ajero criticised the government’s decision to increase gasoline prices by 39%. He had threatened to call a nationwide
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Fuel shortages in Nigeria are exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis, as the state-run oil company struggles to meet demand due to financial constraints.
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Egypt’s government has announced a substantial increase in electricity prices, affecting millions of households.
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At least three protesters were killed in Nigeria during nationwide demonstrations against rising living costs and government policies.
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President Bola Tinubu’s administration is facing increasing pressure as Nigerians plan mass protests against economic hardship.
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Frustrated Nigerians are set to take to the streets to demand an end to bad governance and economic hardship.
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Tensions rise in Mali as bank workers strike and protests erupt over high living costs and electricity cuts.
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