Dr Sidi Ould Tah, a renowned economist and national of Mauritania, has been elected as the new President of the African Development Bank (AfDB). He will take over from Nigeria’s …
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Ghana to Host Mining in Motion 2025 Summit: Focus on Sustainable Growth and Global Impact
All eyes will turn to Accra, Ghana this year as the country prepares to host the highly anticipated Mining in Motion 2025 Summit, a major event that brings together key …
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Rwanda Reshapes Its Cities with New Urban Policy, Digital Permits, and Affordable Housing Drive
Rwanda is taking bold steps to transform its urban landscape with a new set of policies and digital tools aimed at making its cities smarter, more inclusive, and easier to …
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Rwanda Targets Big Infrastructure Growth with Focus on Urban Planning, Housing and Energy
Rwanda’s Minister of Infrastructure, Jimmy Gasore, has shared the country’s latest plans to improve infrastructure and attract more investors. Mr Gasore said Rwanda is working on new policies that will …
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Sokoto Govt Approves ₦69 Billion for Housing, Agriculture, and Infrastructure Development
The Sokoto State Government has approved the sum of ₦69 billion for major developmental projects across the state. This was made known after the 4th Executive Council Meeting held on …
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LASEMA Urges Strict Compliance with Building Regulations After Ikorodu Collapse Claims Three Lives”
The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, has urged property owners, landlords, and developers to follow building safety rules and obtain the right …
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FIRS to Launch Nationwide E-Invoicing System in July to Boost Tax Transparency
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced that it will roll out a nationwide electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) system by July 25, 2025, as part of ongoing efforts to improve …
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Race for Africa’s Next Super Banker Heats Up as AfDB Presidency Election Holds Thursday
The race to lead the African Development Bank (AfDB) enters its final lap this Thursday as five candidates — including one woman — compete to succeed Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, Nigeria’s …
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TransCentury Returns to Profitability After Major Turnaround Strategy
TransCentury Plc, an infrastructure investment company based in Nairobi, Kenya, has returned to profit after facing financial challenges for several years. The company, which is listed on the Nairobi Securities …
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AfDB 2025 Annual Meetings Focus on Making Africa’s Capital Work for Its Own Growth
Africa is moving into a new chapter that could define its future not by problems, but by opportunities. With a fast-growing population expected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, the …