International Nigel Farage made ‘non-apology’, says school contemporary who accused him of racism Film-maker Peter Ettedgui responded to BBC interview in which Reform leader apologised for any hurt causedNigel Farage has been accused of making a “non-apology” by a school contemporary who accused him of racist and antisemitic behaviour, after saying he was “sorry” if he had “genuinely” hurt anyone.For the first time since the row broke following a Guardian investigation, the Reform UK party leader appeared to indicate some remorse for the […] todayFebruary 4, 2026
International Israeli strikes kill 21 in Gaza and patient crossings at Rafah halted, Palestinian officials say Four children among dead as restrictions on evacuations put in place days after reopening of crossing to EgyptIsraeli tank shelling and airstrikes have killed at least 21 people, including six children and seven women, in Gaza, and Israel has halted the evacuation of patients through the Rafah border crossing just two days after it reopened.Among those killed was a medic who rushed to the scene to assist the wounded, but […] todayFebruary 4, 2026 1
International ‘When did empathy become exceptional?’: what’s behind Sánchez’s plan to ‘regularise’ 500,000 undocumented migrants in Spain As anti-migration policies sweep the continent, the Spanish PM is going against the tide by announcing plans to legalise the status of undocumented migrants• Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereYou don’t need a degree in political science to understand why so many supposedly centrist European leaders have begun talking about immigration in terms that would have been unthinkable even a few years ago.Far-right parties […] todayFebruary 4, 2026
International Can India switch from Russian to Venezuelan oil, as Trump wants? US President Donald Trump's plan to sell Venezuelan oil to India is neat, but may be operationally messy, analysts say.Source: www.aljazeera.comRead full article todayFebruary 4, 2026
insert_link International Assefa targets London repeat & Sawe eyes course record Reigning champions Tigst Assefa and Sebastian Sawe will target record-breaking London Marathon victories in April.Source: feeds.bbci.co.ukRead full article todayFebruary 4, 2026
Local An investment in African education is an investment in a brighter future By Sanjeev Mansotra Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its education journey. Across Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda and other countries across the continent are working to improve their domestic education systems. However, pressures stretch across the entire system, threatening the very heart of education. UNICEF warns that six million more children may be […] The post An investment in African education is an investment in a brighter future […] todayFebruary 4, 2026 1
insert_link Local Regional breakdown: How Bawumia secured 14 of 16 regions in NPP flagbearer race In the wake of a fiercely contested presidential primary that tested the mettle of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia emerged as the undisputed frontrunner, securing a commanding victory that underscored his enduring appeal within the party's delegates. Read More …Source: www.graphic.com.ghRead full article todayFebruary 4, 2026
insert_link Local AfCFTA must empower SMEs, women and youth for Africa’s shared prosperity — Prof Opoku-Agyemang Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called for stronger efforts to ensure that small businesses, women, and young people benefit fully from Africa’s economic integration agenda under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Delivering a speech on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama at the 2026 Africa Prosperity Dialogues held under the theme “Empowering SMEs, Women and Youth in Africa’s Single Market: Innovate, Collaborate, Trade, she said the […] todayFebruary 4, 2026
insert_link Local BoG rolling out fintech passport, digital infrastructure to boost cross-border payments – Deputy Governor The second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Matilda Asante Asiedu, says the central bank is rolling out a range of regulatory and digital infrastructure initiatives aimed at strengthening cross-border payments and supporting inclusive economic growth across Africa.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 4, 2026
insert_link International Santander offers 98% mortgage for first-time buyers – with strict rules todayFebruary 3, 2026 6