African startups raised only $2.2 billion in 2024, representing just 0.6% of global startup funding, highlighting a massive financing gap that leaves promising tech entrepreneurs without the capital needed to …
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North Africa’s 5G connectivity spikes as rest of continent lags behind
North African countries are rapidly pulling ahead in the race for fifth-generation (5G) connectivity, creating a Mediterranean digital corridor that is setting the pace for the rest of the continent. …
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Thousands of users of ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence chatbot developed by OpenAI, were left stranded yesterday after the platform experienced a widespread service outage that disrupted conversations and access across …
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Persistent delays at Ghana’s ports undermine trade flows – World Bank
The World Bank has raised concerns over persistent delays at Ghana’s ports, warning that prolonged cargo clearance timelines are weakening trade flows and limiting private-sector expansion, particularly for importers and …
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South African rand strengthens after Friday’s sharp decline
South Africa’s rand firmed on Monday, clawing back part of the heavy losses recorded in the previous trading session, as investors reassessed movements in global commodity prices and emerging market …
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Youths hail NYOTA grants as government delivers opportunities
Several young beneficiaries of the NYOTA Business Start-Up Capital Grants have applauded the Federal Government, describing the initiative as a timely intervention already reshaping their economic prospects and restoring hope …
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Kenya–Brazil Pact Takes Shape as Global Trade Tariffs Drive New South-South Partnerships
Kenya and Brazil have stepped up efforts to strengthen trade and investment relations as shifting global tariff regimes push emerging economies to diversify partnerships and reinforce South-South cooperation. This formed …
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Kenya Power raises interim dividend 50pc on profit growth
Kenya Power has reported a significant uptick in profit for the half-year to December 31, 2025, as the utility continues to juggle rising operational costs and public expectations for affordable …
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Unilever Nigeria Plc has reported a 99 per cent jump in profit after tax to N30.7 billion for the financial year ended December 31, 2025, buoyed by strong revenue growth, …
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91% of Nigerian CEOs Optimistic Economy Will Improve in 2026 — PwC Survey
A new survey by PwC Nigeria has revealed rising confidence among business leaders, with 91 per cent of Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) expressing optimism that Nigeria’s economy will improve in …