Nigeria’s business tycoon, Aliko Dangote, expressed concerns about the challenges faced by investors travelling within Africa due to strict visa policies. Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum Annual Summit in …
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US, Nigeria Implement ‘Open Skies’ Air Transport Agreement after 24 Years
by Editorby EditorThe United States and Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, have initiated the implementation of an ‘open skies’ air transport agreement, nearly 24 years after the provisional application of the bilateral …
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ECOWAS Parliament Proposes Mediation Committee For Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger
by Editorby EditorThe Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament is considering the establishment of an Adhoc Mediation Committee to persuade Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to reconsider their departure from …
Nigeria’s Central Bank raised interest rates for the third time in a row. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s monetary policy committee increased the monetary policy rate (MPR) from 24.75 percent …
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Air Peace Clarifies Alleged Safety Violation at Gatwick Airport, London
by Editorby EditorAir Peace confirmed that the UK Civil Aviation Authority conducted a ramp inspection on its aircraft operating the Lagos-London route and raised concerns, which have since been resolved with the …
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Zambia named Best Leisure Destination in Africa in 2024: Global Traveller Awards
by Editorby EditorFollowing the announcement that Zambia has been named the Best Leisure Destination in Africa in the 2024 Global Traveller Awards, Laurie Burr, Complex General Manager at The Royal Livingstone Hotel …
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South Africa’s SARB Says Carbon Taxes May Cut Exports by 10%
by Editorby Editor(Bloomberg) — A recent report by the South African Reserve Bank warns that the country’s economic growth may suffer significantly if carbon taxes are widely imposed on its exports. The …
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BPO sector in South Africa drives economic growth
by Editorby EditorThe BPO sector in South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape, is attracting top global companies and significantly impacting the economy. These companies are not only establishing operations in the …
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South Africa’s ex-leader Zuma barred from standing in election
by Editorby EditorSouth Africa’s former president Jacob Zuma is barred from running for parliament in this month’s election, the country’s top court ruled on Monday, a judgment that could influence the outcome …
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Several trapped as building collapses in Nairobi amid ongoing demolition
by Editorby EditorA building in a densely populated area of Nairobi collapsed unexpectedly while people were inside retrieving their belongings. Resident Faith Opuko mentioned that up to ten young men could be …