- A new report on Africa's instability index reveals that certain regions have become less stable over the past year, now falling into the categories of 'vulnerable' or 'critical' based on their instability risk levels
- The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16 (SDG 16), is an objective that is especially important for several African countries, as political volatility, ineffective governance, and ineffective legal systems have frequently impeded development.
- Kenyan President Ruto’s recent decision to suspend contracts tied to the embattled Adani Group has sparked significant concerns, with many questioning the legality of the process
- The option of owning a business in Nigeria, regardless of the era has always been fondly looked upon. However, as economic challenges in the West African country become more complex, the option of business ownership becomes more essential.
- African countries have vast coastline and maritime zones that are resource-rich, vital to commerce, and susceptible to a number of threats. Corvettes are a great naval utility for securing Africa's waterways.
- The growing demand for Renewable Energy (RE) has turned certain regions into investor favorites, thanks to their natural habitats that align with sustainable business goals.
- Kenyan President William Ruto has ordered the cancellation of a procurement process that would have handed control of the country’s main airport to India’s Adani Group.
- A group of trade unions across Africa have filed a complaint with the United Nations’ Working Group on Business and Human Rights detailing crimes committed against migrant workers in Saudi Arabia.
- Africa’s ‘Big 5’ once again dominated the list of leading destinations for private investments in Q3, 2024, reinforcing their status as regional powerhouses, according to the latest Stears report.
- Australia's Resolute Mining announced on Thursday that the Malian government released its CEO, Terence Holohan, and two other employees after they were detained earlier this month.
- The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the rollout of updated banknotes for Ksh 50, Ksh 100, Ksh 200, and Ksh 500 denominations building on the success of the revised KES 1,000 note released earlier this year.
- According to the Global State of Fraud and Identity Report, the surge in fraudulent attacks and exploitation of customers in Africa has been linked to the ongoing digitalization of services and criminal exploitation of new payment methods including peer-to-peer solutions, digital wallets,…
- The cost of diesel varies greatly for different African countries owing to both domestic and external factors including taxes, importation duties and subsidies.
- Driven by the desire for advanced research opportunities and a broad range of academic programs, many African students choose to pursue their education in the United States.
- The state of Texas has announced its support for Trump's deportation initiatives by allocating approximately 1,400 acres of unused land to serve as a site for a deportation processing facility.
- The United States president elect Donald Trump is anticipated to shake up East Africa’s geopolitics via the recognition of the breakaway state Somaliland.
- A prominent Ugandan politician Kizza Besigye, was kidnapped in Kenya, according to the wife of the political figure; Winnie Byanyima. She also alleged that he is currently being held in a Ugandan cell.
- Egypt has launched the sale of a stake worth up to $110 million in United Bank, marking the country’s first initial public offering (IPO) in three years as it advances its privatization agenda backed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
- The IATA has expressed concern that African countries are refusing to repatriate $950 million in funds belonging to airlines, which represents more than half of the total amount of blocked aviation funds globally.
- Officials of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have turned their focus to a group of romance scammers linked to $5 million in fraudulent cryptocurrency schemes.
- Visa issuance is indeed often influenced by a nation's overstay or return rate, particularly for countries with significant number of overstays or illegal immigration.
- Fraud has deeply infiltrated societies worldwide, transcending geographical boundaries. These scams take various forms, leveraging technology and social engineering to prey on victims globally.
- President-elect Donald Trump has announced that his new administration plans to secure US borders and restore sovereignty, by prioritizing education and putting America first.
- Bank customers in Mozambique have received refunds of over 800 million meticais (€12 Million) following undue charges from banks and irregularities by PoS agents in 2023.
- Africa's largest mobile operator, MTN, is exploring partnerships with low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite providers to deliver internet access to rural and remote areas, Group CEO Ralph Mupita announced on Monday.
- Voters in Gabon have approved a referendum extending the presidential term from five to seven years, a move viewed as a key step toward restoring civilian rule.
- Education is a critical component of social and economic development, but many African countries face significant challenges in funding their education systems.
- In many African countries, the prices of fuel are influenced by a variety of factors, including those outside the continent. Most African countries import fuel due to a shortage of fuel production or refining capacity within the continent.
- Throughout the history of the Miss Universe pageant, the USA has produced the highest number of winners with nine Queens. African beauty queens have also made their mark in the competition by registering six wins since the inception in 1952.
- The Dangote refinery has agreed to supply 60 million liters of Premium Motor Spirits, commonly known as Petrol per week to the oil marketers in Nigeria.
- The Boeing strike, which has brought most of the company's activities to a standstill, is having a far-reaching impact on the operations of Ethiopian airline as it faces delays in receiving new aircrafts from the plane maker.
- Zimbabwe's current financial situation, specifically with regard to its currency (ZiG), has compelled the government to make revisions to its national budget.
- Gabon held a referendum on a new constitution on Saturday, marking a significant step toward democratic governance following last year’s coup that ended the Bongo dynasty’s long rule.
