The Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources has announced that, starting from July 1, 2025, anyone found guilty of environmental offences will face a fine of ₦250,000 or …
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Africa’s Publishing Industry Rises as Nigerian Authors and Publishers Lead the Way
Africa’s publishing industry is currently undergoing a major shift as local authors and publishers continue to break new ground and reshape the literary space across the continent. In Nigeria, a …
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World Bank Resumes Funding to Uganda Nearly Two Years After Anti-LGBT Law Fallout
The World Bank has announced the resumption of funding to Uganda, nearly two years after suspending new financing to the country due to the enactment of the controversial Anti-Homosexuality Act …
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South African Rand Strengthens Ahead of Budget Debate as Economic Signals Improve
The South African rand firmed slightly on Wednesday morning, gaining momentum ahead of a crucial parliamentary debate on the long-awaited national budget. By 07:30 GMT, the rand was trading at …
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Kenyan Youth Shift to Video Podcasts as New Digital Media Wave Grows
Video podcasts are quickly becoming one of the most popular forms of media consumption in Kenya, especially among young people. Many Kenyans are now choosing these digital shows over traditional …
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Naira Hits Two-Month High of ₦1,565.46/$ Amid Strengthening Reforms and Policy Stability
The Nigerian naira on Wednesday reached its strongest level in over two months, closing at ₦1,565.46 to the dollar at the official foreign exchange (FX) market. This marked a ₦13.82 …
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African Brands Work to Win Back Local Customers from Foreign Companies
Many African brands are now making efforts to regain the trust and loyalty of African consumers who have for years preferred foreign brands. Across the continent, foreign products from Europe, …
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Africa CDC, Youth Hub Africa, GIZ Empower Young People to Tackle Health Issues Through Bingwa PLUS Programme
The African Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), in collaboration with Youth Hub Africa and with funding support from the German development agency, GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale …
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Geneith Launches ₦1 Billion Health Competition to Mobilise Nigerian Students in Malaria Fight
In a bold step to tackle malaria, one of Nigeria’s deadliest diseases, Geneith Pharmaceuticals Ltd has launched a groundbreaking ₦1 billion national campaign known as the Geneith Health Competition. The …
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Dangote Urges End to Health Tourism in Nigeria, Calls for Local Drug Production and Stronger Health Partnerships
Billionaire businessman and Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has called on Nigeria to put an end to health tourism and instead focus on building a strong, self-sufficient healthcare system through …