Lean principles, once seen as tools only for global corporations in developed markets, are now taking root across Africa. In today’s competitive economy, where businesses grapple with rising costs, tough …
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Cameroon Launches Free Healthcare for 500,000 Residents
The government of Cameroon has launched a major free healthcare campaign targeting more than 500,000 residents in the South Region, as part of efforts to expand access to medical services …
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Cameroon Iron Ore Dispute Pits Libyan Bank Against Local Investor
The battle for control of two major iron ore deposits in Cameroon has turned into a serious legal and financial fight involving international banks, local billionaires, and questions about fraud. …
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Malawi Begins Clearing 100,000 Passport Backlog
After years of frustration and long delays, Malawians can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the government has started clearing a massive passport backlog that left thousands stranded without …
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Pride Bank launches Sacco, Investment Club loans in Uganda
Pride Bank Limited has introduced a new Sacco and Investment Club product that promises to boost savings groups and investment clubs in Uganda by giving them easier access to credit. …
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TLcom Capital Invests in Early-Stage African Startups
TLcom Capital, a venture capital firm focused on Africa, has announced that it has already invested half of its $5 million pre-seed fund, known as the TIDE Africa Pre-Seed Investments …
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African Union Sports Council, Rwanda to Host Key Sports Policymakers Round table in Kigali, Rwanda.
The African Union Sports Council (AUSC) and the Ministry of Sports of Rwanda have announced a major partnership to co-host the Policymakers Round table during the second edition of the …
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Ecobank Targets Stronger Second Half as CEO Jeremy Awori Banks on Diverse Growth
Pan-African banking giant Ecobank has expressed confidence in achieving stronger financial performance in the second half of 2025, with Group Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Awori saying the lender’s diversified operations …
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Cameroon Begins Power Line Project to Boost Industrial Power Supply
Cameroon has taken another major step in boosting electricity supply to its key industries, especially in the southern region. On August 6, 2025, the country’s Minister of Water and Energy, …