Algeria’s Minister of Labor, Employment and Social Security, Mr. Faisal Bentaleb, has revealed that social security institutions in the country spent 150 billion dinars in 2025 to cover the cost …
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Radarr Africa Business Desk
The Radarr Africa Business Desk reports daily on companies, markets, banking, energy, technology and policy across Nigeria and Africa. Stories are reviewed and edited by The Radarr Africa Editorial Team in Lagos. Story tips and corrections: business@radarr.africa.
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Uganda Targets Shs5.3 Trillion Investment to Boost Agriculture
Uganda has announced a major plan to attract shs5.3 trillion, about US$1.4 billion, in agricultural investments, as the country positions itself as a leading food supplier in Africa. The announcement …
Uganda’s insurance sector has shown strong growth and rising confidence as companies in the country paid out shs442.73 billion in claims during the first half of 2025. The data was …
- AfricaBusinessEnergyINVESTMENTOil & GasTrade
Africa’s Biggest Energy, Oil and Gas Summit to Hold in Namibia October 2025
The International African Energy, Oil and Gas Summit (IAEOGS) will return to Windhoek, Namibia, from October 6 to 9, 2025, for its fourth edition. The organisers say the summit has …
- BusinessCapital MarketEconomyFinanceRegulationTechnology
CSCS to Host Webinar Ahead of Nigeria’s Transition to T+2 Settlement Cycle
The Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) has announced plans to host a major webinar as part of industry-wide sensitisation on Nigeria’s transition to the T+2 Settlement cycle for equities …
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Heineken Brings Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix Excitement to Lagos Fans
Global beer brand Heineken brought the thrill of the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix all the way to Lagos, giving Nigerian fans a front-row experience of the high-octane sport. The …
The Ikorodu District Society of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has officially inaugurated Mr. Samuel Ayeni as its 12th chairman, with a call on members to continue …
- EconomyGovernanceInternational TradeMaritimeNigeriaSecurityWestern Africa
NIMASA Confirms Attempted Boarding of Maltese Tanker Near Lome
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has confirmed an attempted boarding of the Malta-flagged chemical tanker, Endo Ponente, close to Lome Port in Togo. According to the agency, …
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FCCPC Moves Against Rogue Digital Lenders With New Regulations
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has introduced strict new regulations to tackle unethical practices in Nigeria’s growing digital lending market. The new rules, which came into effect …
- GovernanceInternational RelationsRegional EconomyTrade
Volta Investment Summit to Tackle Accra-Centred Investments in Ghana
Ghana’s investment profile in 2024 has revealed a clear imbalance, with the bulk of projects concentrated in the Greater Accra Region. Out of 140 registered projects last year, 115 were …