- Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced on Monday that the Suez Canal is losing around $800 million in revenue each month due to regional instability.
- A $160 million South African phosphate mine, owned by billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s African Rainbow Capital Investments Ltd., is facing a new legal challenge after more than a decade of environmental disputes.
- Nigeria recorded its highest spending on arms and ammunition imports in five years, with over ₦520 billion worth of weaponry brought into the country in 2024 alone.
- According to the latest Henley Opportunity Index, ten countries have emerged as the most attractive destinations for individuals seeking a better quality of life, career prospects, and long-term opportunities in 2025.
- According to the TomTom Traffic Index, London has once again claimed the top spot as the city with the longest average commute time in the world, with drivers spending an average of 37 minutes and 20 seconds to travel just 10 kilometres.
- Belgium and Rwanda have each announced the expulsion of the other’s diplomats as tensions escalate over accusations concerning their involvement in the conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Belgium and Rwanda have each announced the expulsion of the other’s diplomats as tensions escalate over accusations concerning their involvement in the conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Midway through the 2020s, it's worth reflecting on the economic trajectory of the world's largest economies. Using inflation-adjusted data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the following table outlines the top 10 countries by GDP growth between 2015 and 2025.
- South Africa ranks as the top African country for education, placing 39th globally. Egypt follows closely, securing the 41st spot, making it the second-best in Africa.
- Fuel prices fluntuatiions in Africa for the month of March, compared to the previous month was perculiar to say the least. Typically African countries with the highest fuel prices are subject to market forces that spur increases and decreases, however, for this month, most of these countries only…
- Throughout history, the deadliest disease outbreaks and pandemics have decimated societies, killing millions. From the Black Death to Covid-19, these outbreaks have changed societies forever. Five years after Covid-19 was declared a pandemic on March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization and The…
- During a recent interview, it was revealed that Africa loses an enormous sum of money while conducting trade in foreign currencies, notably the US dollar.
- The Trump administration is reportedly considering broad travel ban for citizens of multiple countries, including African countries, as part of a new ban, according to sources familiar with the matter.
- The US is expelling South Africa's ambassador to Washington, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio describing him as a "race-baiting politician" with strong anti-Trump sentiments.
- Nigeria recorded an impressive rise in its foreign trade value in 2024, reaching a total of ₦138.03 trillion, marking a 106.56% increase compared to ₦66.83 trillion in 2023, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
- Ethiopian Airlines, one of Africa’s top airlines, situated primarily in Ethiopia, recently signed a deal with the African Development Bank to work on an airport project.
- Niger’s military government has expelled three Chinese officials from the oil sector in a move reflecting broader efforts by West African military regimes to assert greater control over their natural resources.
- Dozens of Gambian women have travelled to Saudi Arabia to work as domestic workers as part of the government's effort to build stronger ties with the kingdom with the Middle East’s largest economy.
- Relocating to a new country involves assessing various factors such as culture, employment opportunities, transportation infrastructure, local happiness levels, safety, healthcare, and education systems.
- According to the most recent Nigerian Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report from the country's National Bureau of Statistics, Nigeria's real GDP increased by 3.84% (year-on-year) in the fourth quarter of 2024.
- Immigration plays a crucial role in shaping the economic and social landscapes of countries worldwide. Some nations have become global hubs for migrants, offering opportunities for work, business, and a better quality of life.
- As conflict continues to mount in the Eastern region of Africa between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and M23 rebels, another situation in the Horn of Africa, between Ethiopia and Eritrea seems to be getting tense.
- Since coming into his second presidential term, U.S. leader, Donald Trump, has been no stranger to issuing sanctions, and Nigeria could be sanctioned soon for the persecution of Christians in the country.
- The Great Powers Index 2024, evaluates the leading 24 countries based on factors such as economic output, military strength, technological innovation, and reserve currency status.
- In 2024, only seven countries met the World Health Organization's (WHO) air quality guidelines, highlighting significant global pollution challenges.
- Starlink, SpaceX’s Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite internet service, is now operational in Niger after the country’s military government granted it a five-year license to provide high-speed connectivity.
- In February 2025, Cirium's On-Time Performance Report highlighted the exceptional punctuality of several global airlines, with five carriers achieving an on-time performance (OTP) exceeding 90%.
- According to the 2024 World Press Freedom Index released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), several African nations have made notable strides in ensuring journalistic freedom, transparency, and safety for media professionals.
- The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has announced an end to the mandate of its military deployment in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and will begin a gradual withdrawal of troops.
- The global arms trade remains a pivotal factor in international security dynamics, with numerous nations escalating their defence imports to bolster military capabilities.
- Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) serves as a crucial economic metric that allows for the comparison of currency values by evaluating the cost of a standard basket of goods across different countries.
- Recent events in the Nigerian oil market may lead to a major loss for Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, whose refinery, the Dangote Refinery, is projected to lose a substantial amount.
- Lagos State has solidified its status as a leading economic force in Africa, with its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reaching approximately $259.75 billion in 2023, based on purchasing power parity (PPP).
- Given the conflict in the East African region between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and M23 rebels, the Southern African country of Angola has opted to intervene.
- Governments across Africa intensified efforts to silence dissent in 2024, leading to a record number of digital blackouts shutting down internet connections across the continent.
- Nuclear weapons remain one of the most powerful and destructive forces in modern warfare. Despite efforts to reduce global stockpiles, the world still holds thousands of nuclear warheads, with the majority controlled by just two nations ,Russia and the United States.
- Since its inception in 1952, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has played a significant role in Africa's economic landscape, providing financial assistance to numerous countries across the continent.
- Kenya and South Africa are emerging as leaders in the transition to cashless economies, driven by the widespread adoption of digital payment systems, mobile money, and contactless transactions.
