The currencies of several African countries are expected to remain stable in the coming week, with Uganda’s shilling projected to strengthen slightly against the United States dollar, according to traders. …
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Kenyan Lawmakers Review Petition to Limit Loan Interest Amid Rising Cases of Exploitative Lending
Kenyan Members of Parliament have begun reviewing a petition that seeks to restrict loan interest so that it never exceeds the original amount borrowed. The move comes as concerns grow …
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Eastern AfricaEconomyFinanceGovernment PolicyInternational Relations
IMF Team Arrives in Nairobi for Talks on New Program with Kenya
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team is set to arrive in Nairobi on September 25 for a two-week mission to open discussions with Kenyan authorities on a potential new …
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BATN Foundation Reaffirms Support for Smallholder Farmers at 2025 Agribusiness Dialogue
The BATN Foundation has restated its commitment to empowering Nigeria’s smallholder farmers and strengthening the nation’s agricultural ecosystem through its 2025 Agribusiness Dialogue Session. The biennial event, which took place …
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Otedola Acquires Over N2bn Shares in First HoldCo to Consolidate Stake
First HoldCo Plc has announced insider share dealings involving its Chairman, Mr. Olufemi Otedola, and his affiliated company, Calvados Global Services Limited, with the joint acquisition of 64.8 million shares …
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Real Estate vs Stock Where Should Nigerians Invest In 2025?
In the ever-shifting landscape of Nigerian wealth creation, one debate continues to dominate dinner tables, boardrooms, and WhatsApp groups alike: should Nigerians put their money into real estate or stocks …
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Mansard Vs Cornerstone : Which Insurance Stock Should You Buy Now?
The Nigerian insurance sector is quietly undergoing a massive boom, fueled by rising awareness, aggressive digital adoption, and regulatory consolidation. With Gross Premium Written crossing the N1 trillion mark in …
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Top Strategies for managing Virtual Talent Effectively
The global shift towards remote work has transformed the way businesses operate, making virtual talent employees and freelancers working outside the traditional office not just an option, but an imperative …
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Rabiu Projects Naira to Strengthen to ₦1,300–₦1,400 per Dollar by Year-End
The Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has expressed optimism that the naira will appreciate further in the coming months, predicting that the exchange rate could strengthen to between …
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VG Pensions Appoints Lifestyle Influencer Hannah Usman as New Brand Ambassador
VG Pensions has announced lifestyle influencer Hannah Usman as its latest Brand Ambassador in a move designed to expand its reach and deepen engagement with Nigerians, particularly in the informal …