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Last update: 35 minutes agoWorld Cup Travel Relief: The US has waived visa deposit “bonds” (up to $15,000) for eligible 2026 World Cup ticket holders from Algeria, Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal and Tunisia, but only for fans who registered via FIFA’s system by April 15—still leaving many facing high travel costs and strict conditions. Cocoa & Commodities: Raw sugar prices slid again as Brazil’s supply outlook improved, while cocoa kept retreating after talk of a larger Ivory Coast harvest than earlier expected. Gold Race in West Africa: Ghana’s Chamber of Mines warns Côte d’Ivoire is moving fast to challenge Ghana’s gold crown, arguing investors are chasing clearer rules and more competitive tax terms. Digital Identity Push: At ID4Africa in Abidjan, officials urged governments to include refugees and stateless people in legal digital ID systems, while cybersecurity experts warned digital identity is now “critical infrastructure” needing sovereign protection. Infrastructure Upgrade: Abidjan’s drainage works in Abobo are credited with cutting flooding after heavy rains, showing how practical projects can quickly change daily life.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.
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