The Government of Malawi has received a $3.3 million (about K6 billion) insurance payout from the African Risk Capacity (ARC) to help cushion the impact of the ongoing drought crisis …
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Taxi Drivers’ Strike Brings Luanda to a Halt Over Fuel Price Hike
The capital city of Angola, Luanda, has been brought to a virtual standstill after candongueiro (minibus taxi) drivers launched a three-day strike on Monday, 28th July 2025. The protest was …
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Ghana Records $5.57 bn Trade Surplus in H1 2025
Ghana’s economy recorded a major boost in the first six months of 2025, as the country posted a trade surplus of $5.57 billion, according to fresh data from the Bank …
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The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced plans to remove about 100,000 dormant companies from its official register for failing to comply with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), …
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The Lagos State Government has cautioned residents to be wary of fake estate agents promoting non-existent housing units for sale or rent on social media platforms. The warning comes amid …
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Nigeria Revenue Service Gets Legal Backing to Borrow Funds, Retain 4% of Non-Oil Revenue Under New Tax Act
The Federal Government has given the newly established Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) the legal power to borrow funds from any source and retain 4 per cent of the total non-petroleum …
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NHIA Expands Cancer, Fistula Care Services Through New Partnerships and Accreditation Drive
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced major progress in its efforts to improve healthcare access and reduce the burden of medical costs on Nigerians, particularly those battling cancer …
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The Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) and the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) have launched a joint plan to boost safety, enforce technical standards, and improve electricity metering across …
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FRSC Arrests 290,887 Road Traffic Offenders in Six Months
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) announced to have arrested about 290,887 road traffic offenders across the country between January and June 2025. This figure was disclosed by the Corps …
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Ghana Pays $25m Vaccine Co-Financing, Reinforces Commitment to Child Health
The Government of Ghana has fulfilled its 2025 vaccine co-financing obligation by making a full payment of $25 million, a key milestone that signals renewed commitment to child health and …