News from across Africa covering business, markets, policy and development in North, West, East, Central and Southern Africa.
As Lusaka prepares to host the Mauritius–Zambia ICT Business Forum on 23 March 2026, both countries appear poised to deepen their commitment to a shared digital future—one anchored on innovation, …
In a continent that pioneered mobile money and leads the world in its use, the inability to move funds seamlessly across African borders remains one of the most striking contradictions …
The United States-Israeli war in the Islamic Republic of Iran is shattering Africa’s economic landscape and leaving emotional devastation. Europe is fractured, but completely. France has taken the initiative to …
Nigerian fintech company Moniepoint Inc. has acquired restaurant management startup Orda Africa in a move aimed at expanding its reach into Africa’s fast-growing food service industry, a sector estimated to …
IUX, a global leader in high-performance trading technology, today officially launched its 2026 flagship campaign, “IUX Your edge, Optimized.” The announcement marks a definitive strategic shift for the firm, prioritizing …
President Bola Tinubu has directed all political appointees in his administration seeking to contest elective positions in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before 31 March 2026. The …
Türkiye has condemned Israel’s targeting and killing of senior Iranian state officials and political figures, describing the actions as “assassinations” and a violation of international norms. Speaking on Tuesday in …
Political parties that recorded strong performances in South Africa’s 2024 national and provincial elections are likely to consolidate their gains in the forthcoming local government polls, while underperforming parties may …
Nigeria has continued to rank among the world’s most active cryptocurrency markets, driven by growing demand for platforms that prioritise simplicity, transparency and structured participation. In response to this shift, …
Telecommunications giant MTN Group has recorded a significant financial turnaround, driven largely by a strong rebound in its Nigerian operations. The development follows an impressive performance in Nigeria, where revenue …
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