AFRICA
NIGERIA
Fatima Yousuf, Editor-in-Chief
Politics: The Nigerian government and the African Risk Capacity (ARC) signed a memorandum of understanding where they agreed to work together the combat the impacts of climate change in Nigeria.
Economics: Although the Nigerian economy is still struggling to recover from one of its worst recessions, Nigeria is still owes contractors N2.7 trillion, which could derail the 2018 budget plan and plunge the economy back into recession.
Culture: Nigeria and China will be collaborating to strengthen Nigeria’s roots to its culture. Already 22 delegates from 8 African countries have attended a Arts and Creative Design Training in Shenzhen, China.
AUSTRALIA
AUSTRALIA
Lucy Arundell, Reporter
Politics: It has just been revealed that Australia's Prime Minister earns the highest wage of any OECD leader. This has led to questions about his incomes' high value.
Economics: Australia's housing boom is finally coming to an end. Critics attribute this to higher credit rates and decreased wage growth.
Culture: Australia has recently completed the world's largest cat proof fence in a bid to save endangered mammals from feral cats.
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