Ugandan insurance companies have been advised to develop more retirement-friendly insurance products to tap into the country’s fast-growing pension and retirement sector. This was the key message during the inaugural …
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The South African government has shown full support for its delegation currently in Paris, France, as they participate in the 47th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. The team …
The Tanzanian government has promised full support to the State Mining Corporation (STAMICO) in its push to provide clean, affordable cooking energy to the people. The move is aimed at …
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Zimbabwe Names ARDA as Main Food Security Agency
The Zimbabwean government has officially restructured the Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (ARDA), giving it a new mandate as the country’s central food security agency. Under the new plan, ARDA …
President John Dramani Mahama has officially inaugurated the Gold Board Task Force, describing it as a strategic force designed not just for enforcement, but to transform Ghana’s gold industry and …
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Customs Intercepts Ahmed Salisu with N653.9m Cash at Kano Airport
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the interception of a suspected currency smuggler, Ahmed Salisu, at the Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, with undeclared foreign currencies amounting to N653.9 …
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Globacom Launches Three New Digital Services with Rewards and Entertainment for Nigerian Users
Leading Nigerian telecoms and digital solutions provider, Globacom, has introduced three fresh digital offerings designed to entertain, educate, and reward its customers. The new services, named Animation World Promo, Sport …
Algeria is stepping up efforts to boost its share of trade with other African countries through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), with new strategies aimed at expanding regional …
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PalmPay Launches In-App Insurance Services to Boost Financial
PalmPay, one of Africa’s leading digital banking platforms, has announced new strategic partnerships with top insurance providers in a move to introduce simplified and affordable insurance products directly within its …
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Court Urges Dantata & Sawoe to Show Commitment in $1.4m Settlement with Zutari Consulting
The Federal High Court in Abuja has advised Dantata & Sawoe Construction Company Nigeria Limited to take seriously its $1.4 million settlement terms over an alleged debt of $1,257,592.83 owed …