The African Union (AU) has unveiled a fresh agricultural strategy known as the Comprehensive African Agricultural Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action Plan 2026–2035. The new plan, launched during a …
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Netflix Invests Over $175 Million in Africa’s Film Industry, Boosting Jobs and Local Talent
Netflix, the American video streaming giant, has spent more than $175 million on film and TV production in Africa’s top three markets—South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya—since it started operations on …
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Afreximbank Launches $1 Billion Africa Film Fund to Boost Creative Industry
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has launched a $1 billion Africa Film Fund to support the continent’s fast-growing but underfunded creative industry. The new initiative, part of Afreximbank’s Creative Africa …
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Navigating the New Minimum Wage: Impact and Strategies for Small Businesses in Nigeria
Introduction The discourse surrounding the minimum wage in Nigeria has always been a critical point of discussion, particularly for the business community. As the government and labor unions engage in …
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Co-op Bank Partners With 619 Saccos To Expand Banking Services In Kenya
Co-operative Bank of Kenya has entered into a major partnership with 619 Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (Saccos) across the country to improve how members access banking services. The new …
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LG Installs Solar Borehole in Illah Community, Brings Clean Water and Hope
LG Electronics Nigeria has built and commissioned a solar-powered borehole for the people of Illah community in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State. The project is part of …
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JA Africa, Boeing Launch STEM, Entrepreneurship Programmes in Nigeria, Togo
Junior Achievement Africa and global aerospace giant Boeing have announced plans to launch two major STEM and entrepreneurship initiatives in Nigeria and Togo aimed at equipping young people with the …
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Nigeria-Britain Association Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening UK-Nigeria Ties
The Nigeria-Britain Association (N-BA) has restated its commitment to deepening the bilateral relationship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. This declaration was made during the Association’s 56th Annual General Meeting …
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Rwanda’s Economy to Grow Slower in 2025 as Government Budget Increases by 20%
Rwanda’s Finance Minister, Yusuf Murangwa, has told the nation’s parliament that the country’s economy will grow at a slower pace in 2025 compared to last year. Presenting a draft budget …
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SIFAX Group has been honoured with the CSR Impact & Excellence Award by Media Consortium for its significant contributions to community development in Nigeria through impactful corporate social responsibility (CSR) …