The Lagos State Government has called on key players in the real estate sector to help reduce the burden of rent on residents and stop the growing issue of illegal …
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SEC warns influencers, bloggers against promoting unregistered schemes
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned Nigerian influencers, bloggers and celebrities to stop promoting unregistered investment platforms, or they will face serious punishment under the new Investments and …
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Nigeria’s market doctors bring healthcare directly to traders
In the busy streets of Lagos where buying and selling never stops, a new way of providing healthcare is bringing hope to market men and women. Many of these traders …
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Nigeria: Tinubu’s effort to resturcture the ailing oil sector
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has started major reforms in Nigeria’s oil sector, as the country continues to face serious problems like low oil production, poor financial records, and mismanagement. The …
Nigeria’s inflation rate has gone up again, according to new data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The annual inflation rate stood at 24.23% in March 2025, rising …
The South African rand strengthened against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday, as market uncertainty shook the greenback due to concerns about U.S. tariffs and the political situation in South Africa. …
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South African pharmacy chain Clicks Group posts 13% rise in half-year profit
South Africa’s leading pharmacy chain, Clicks Group, has posted a 13.2% increase in its half-year profit, showcasing a strong performance in its health and beauty segments. For the six-month period …
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Kenya’s cenbank to lift moratorium on new commercial bank licenses
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced that it will lift the moratorium on the licensing of new commercial banks after almost ten years. This decision, set to take …
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African Markets
African financial markets are currently facing a challenging situation, influenced by both global and local factors. There is growing uncertainty in the global economy, as well as domestic political tensions …
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South Africa’s Rand Falls Slightly as Investors Worry Over Tariffs and Political Tension
South Africa’s currency, the rand, started Thursday morning on the back foot, as global and local uncertainties kept investors cautious. By 6:35am GMT, the rand was trading at 18.8550 against …