News from across Africa covering business, markets, policy and development in North, West, East, Central and Southern Africa.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has released its most recent revisions to the worldwide list for combating money laundering and terrorist financing, keeping South Africa on the grey list, …
Niger is exploring alternative routes for its oil exports through Chad, following a protracted dispute with Benin that has disrupted its current export pipeline. This strategic shift aims to ensure …
Budpay, a top fintech firm, introduced Budpay Business, a new project designed to empower African businesses with cutting-edge payment solutions. This advancement represents a major milestone in the company’s goal …
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has announced 400 cases of oil theft in a single week, highlighting the increasing problem of illicit oil actions that persist in the country’s …
The Nigerian government has clarified that it borrowed N7.71 trillion in the first quarter of 2024, countering widespread reports that the nation’s borrowing reached N24.33 trillion during the same period. …
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently suspended its price verification system, just 10 months following its highly anticipated introduction. The system, intended to improve transparency and curb price manipulation …
This recounts the tragic story of Nick Imudia, the former CEO of Konga, a major e-commerce company in Nigeria. Nick, who served as the CEO of D.light before his passing, …
The United States has recognized Nigeria as a crucial location for advancing chemical security on a global scale. This decision is part of a larger effort to tackle growing concerns …
In a significant development, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has agreed with leading drug importers to cease providing prescription drugs without proper authorization. This action is aimed at …
A group from Senegal’s National Defence Institute, including teachers and students, recently toured the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Headquarters as a key component of a strategic educational and military exchange …
Chat us up