- Speed regulations vary across African nations but generally fall within common ranges based on road types: urban areas (40–60 km/h), rural roads (60–100 km/h), and highways (80–120 km/h).
- Reports indicate that several members of the police force in Congo have switched sides, joining the M23 rebel group that invaded parts of the country weeks ago.
- Purchasing power is an important economic indicator that affects the affordability of products and services in a community, including within African cities, compared to income levels.
- Peace is one of humanity’s deepest desires, yet in a world of war, economic hardship, and political divides, it often feels just out of reach. While people everywhere yearn for safety, stability, and the chance to build better futures, the reality is that conflict continues to shape the lives of…
- The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on a top Rwandan government official due to the country's alleged role in the escalating crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
- Ghana's mining sector remains a vital contributor to the nation’s economy, accounting for over half of foreign direct investment and generating more than a third of its export revenue.
- Inflation is one of the biggest headaches for people and businesses across Africa. Many things drive high inflation in Africa, like weak currencies, rising food and fuel prices, government overspending, and global economic shocks.
- The prosperity gap in some African countries refers to the stark differences in economic well-being among African countries, regions, and social groups. These disparities are seen in GDP per capita, access to essential services, infrastructure development, and overall quality of life.
- For countries looking to expand their industries, achieve sustained economic growth, and remain globally competitive, foreign direct investment (FDI) is essential.
- Ghana will require billions of dollars to restore vast stretches of degraded land and polluted water bodies resulting from years of illegal mining activities.
- The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has officially removed Ghana’s former Minister of Finance, Mr Ken Ofori-Atta, from its list of wanted persons.
- Since the last month, the price of diesel has fluctuated in several African countries in response to both internal and international market dynamics.
- About 600,000 Ghana Cards, already printed and ready for collection, remain unclaimed across various regional and district offices in Ghana, with some dating back to 2018.
- The widespread use of petroleum products, such as Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) or fuel, has made them among the most consumed commodities globally, raising concerns about processing standards.
- The Global Soft Power Index ranks all 193 UN member states based on insights from over 170,000 people across 100 markets. In Africa, Egypt has the strongest soft power influence over the world, ranking 38th globally with a score of 47.8.
- The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reached out to Chad for military assistance in combating the escalating insurgency by the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in its eastern provinces.
- The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reached out to Chad for military assistance in combating the escalating insurgency by the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in its eastern provinces.
- Egypt, alongside Britain, in a joint Egyptian-British mission, has discovered a pharaonic royal tomb for the first time in a century, belonging to King Thutmose II.
- Ghana’s National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) is grappling with severe financial shortfalls that are hindering progress in healthcare and weakening the protection of vulnerable groups.
- The African aviation market has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by rising passenger traffic from international airlines, expanded route networks, and strategic partnerships.
- Nigeria has taken legal action against cryptocurrency exchange Binance, demanding $79.5 billion in damages for alleged economic losses and an additional $2 billion in unpaid taxes.
- Without submarines, a country's naval power is greatly diminished, making its waterways open to attacks, intelligence lapses, and strategic disadvantages.
- Ukraine has relaunched its e-Visa program following a two-year suspension, and will allow travelers from 45 countries to submit their applications online.
- While these five nations generate nearly half of Africa’s wealth, the remaining 48 countries combined produce the other $1.4 trillion in GDP, highlighting the continent’s economic imbalance.
- The Dangote Tomato Processing business is currently faced with the challenge of the cost of operation, low supplies, and competition from substandard foreign products.
- Elders from Nigeria’s northeast region have called for USAID and other foreign donor organizations to leave the region following allegations of terrorism financing.
- Alhaji Aliko Dangote has ascended to the position of the 85th-wealthiest person in the world, with a net worth of $23.9 billion, according to Forbes. The African billionaire made a remarkable leap from 144th place in 2024 to 86th in 2025 following the recent operational commencement of the Dangote…
- Aciri evaluated the stability of 48 African countries by considering indices like ethnic tensions, coup history, dominant ethnic groups, food security, poverty rate, debt sustainability, conflict and vulnerability, and economic diversity.
- Millions of international students from Africa have, over the years, turned to the UK, Canada, and the United States for suitable and high-demand courses.
- The Minister of Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, has assured the public that the betting tax will be abolished when the 2025 budget is presented.
- Even politics and governance are not untouched by the power of prayer. In times of crisis, African leaders have called for national days of prayer, inviting their people to seek divine wisdom before making decisions that shape their nations.
- Diesel prices in several African countries have been subject to both domestic and foreign market forces, resulting in price changes throughout the past month.
