Policymakers are calling for sweeping tax reforms aimed at removing regulatory bottlenecks that have long stifled business expansion. The push for reform comes as industry players warn that cumbersome tax …
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- AfricaBusiness PoliciesEconomyNigeriaWestern Africa
- BusinessBusiness and EconomyCyber securityFinance & ServicesFintechNigeriaTechnologyWestern Africa
Worries Over Fintech-Driven Fraud Cases
The Professional Excellence and Development Institute of Nigeria (PEDIN) has inaugurated a new set of state executives, in a bid to deepen professional ethics, leadership capacity and career development across …
- BusinessBusiness and EconomyEconomyGOVERNMENTNigeriaWestern Africa
FG Identifies 457 Illegal Mining Sites Nationwide, Vows Tough Crackdown
The Federal Government has disclosed that a total of 457 illegal mining sites have been identified across Nigeria within the past year, a revelation that underscores the scale of unregulated …
- 9mobileBusinessInformation & TechnologyNigeriaTechnologyTelecommunicationsWestern Africa
9mobile Refutes Shutdown Rumors, Assures Customers of Uninterrupted Service
9mobile has come out in full force to dismiss the recent rumors swirling about a possible shutdown of its operations. In a firm statement issued by top management, the telecom …
- BusinessBusiness and EconomyEconomySouthern AfricaZIMBABWE
Zimbabwe Moves to Slash Business Taxes and Fees
In a decisive move to bolster the nation’s economic landscape, the Zimbabwean government has announced plans to significantly reduce taxes and regulatory fees within the next six months. This initiative …
- EconomyNigeriaTrade and CommerceWestern Africa
How Free Trade Zone Operators Undermine Local Industries, Stakeholders Cry Out
Concerns have continued to mount over the negative impact of operations in Nigeria’s Free Trade Zones (FTZs) on local businesses and manufacturers, as industry stakeholders decry what they describe as …
- AfricaBusinessEntrepreneurship
Tony Elumelu Foundation Empowers 3,000 African Entrepreneurs with $15 Million Grant
Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to fostering entrepreneurship across Africa, the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has unveiled a $15 million grant to support 3,000 emerging entrepreneurs from 52 African countries. Each …
Nigeria’s leading financial institutions are gearing up for a show of strength as the SAT Nigeria SME Awards approaches, with banks such as Providus Bank, Wema Bank, and Access Bank …
- NigeriaTransportation & LogisiticsWestern Africa
SON Intensifies War Against Substandard Tyres, Moves to Block Dangerous Imports
In a renewed effort to rid Nigeria’s markets of life-threatening products, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has stepped up enforcement actions against the importation and circulation of substandard tyres. …
- Business and EconomyEastern AfricaEconomyTrade and CommerceUGANDA
Uganda’s Merchandise Imports Surge by 45% Amidst Economic Growth
Uganda has reported a substantial increase in its merchandise imports, reflecting a 45% growth over the past year. This surge is indicative of the country’s expanding economic activities and increasing …