For decades, Nigerians have leaned on one financial habit: saving. Whether through bank accounts, thrift contributions, or cooperative societies, the culture of putting money aside was seen as the safest …
In the bustling heart of Nigeria’s financial world, where the hum of the stock market is a constant symphony of progress and opportunity, a new set of champions has emerged. …
A curious and powerful trend is taking root: Africa’s top tech startups are not chasing the next social media fad or a new gaming platform. Instead, they are laser-focused on …
Navigating the bustling digital sphere, Nigerian banks are in a fierce competition not just for customer deposits, but for attention and engagement. In 2025, social media is no longer a …
Malawi’s commercial banks are being called upon to move beyond their traditional role of lending and deposits, and to take a more active position in addressing the country’s economic challenges. …
South Africa’s electricity utility, Eskom, has announced that the country will not experience load shedding throughout the coming summer. This means from September 2025 until the end of March 2026, …
Several towns in northern Botswana have been left without electricity following a supply disruption from Zambia’s power utility, ZESCO. The affected areas include Plateau, Kasane, Kazungula, and Lesoma, which rely …
The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has announced that almost half of the country’s old banknotes have now been withdrawn from circulation as part of its ongoing currency replacement programme. Speaking …
GCB Bank, one of Ghana’s biggest financial institutions, has introduced a new Hajj Savings Account to support Muslim customers planning for the holy pilgrimage. The product is designed to provide …
The second edition of the World Shea Expo has ended in Tamale, Ghana, with a fresh call on government, private sector, and development partners to take stronger steps in boosting …