A proposed amendment to Ethiopia’s Income Tax Proclamation is facing growing backlash from civil society groups, tax experts, and salaried workers over the absence of clear tax brackets for individuals, …
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Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Ocean Protection at Monaco Blue Economy Forum
Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to the protection and sustainable management of ocean resources, with the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, representing the country at the Blue …
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EconomyGOVERNMENTInnovationNigeriaTechnology
NIMASA Gets Commendation from BPSR for Embracing Reforms and Automation
The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) has commended the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for its proactive and forward-looking approach to institutional reform and system automation. This …
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EconomyELECTRICITYEnergyGOVERNMENTInfrastructureNigeriaOil & Gas
Gas Producers Urge FG to Clear N2.7tn Legacy Debt,
Gas-producing companies in Nigeria have renewed calls for the Federal Government to urgently address the N2.7 trillion legacy debt owed to them for gas supplied to electricity generation companies (GenCos). …
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Kenyan Government Cuts Ksh314 Billion from 2025 Finance Bill
The Kenyan government has announced a major change in its financial plans by cutting down its revenue target in the 2025 Finance Bill by Ksh314 billion. This decision comes after …
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Algeria Moves to Boost Exports to Libya, Targets $3 Billion in Annual Trade.
The Algerian government has taken fresh steps to strengthen its economic presence in Libya, holding a high-level meeting with local banks and export companies to tackle the challenges facing exporters …
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Ghana’s Energy Levy Sparks Political Firestorm: Majority Defends, Minority Calls It Betrayal.
The introduction of the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Bill, 2025 in Ghana’s Parliament has sparked strong political debate between the Majority and the Minority, with accusations of deception, betrayal, and …
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Ghana Struggling to Tackle Corruption Despite Reforms — Governance Expert Warns of Public Fear.
Despite years of laws, reforms, and public campaigns, Ghana is still losing the fight against corruption. This warning was made by Dr. John Osae-Kwapong, a respected governance expert and Project …
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Ethiopia Projects 8.9% Growth for 2025/2026 as Budget Deficit Widens Slightly.
Ethiopia’s economy is expected to grow by 8.9% in the upcoming fiscal year, a slight increase from this year’s estimated 8.4%, according to projections presented by the country’s Finance Minister …
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EconomyGOVERNMENTMarketsPoliticsSouth Africa
Rand Edges Up as South African Parliament Prepares Budget Vote.
The South African rand opened slightly stronger on Wednesday morning as anticipation built around a crucial parliamentary vote on key budget legislation that could shape investor confidence and influence local …