The Ghanaian Parliament on Tuesday approved a report granting a $10.46 million waiver, equivalent to 20 per cent withholding tax, for Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in relation to a software …
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Nigeria, Indonesia Renew Partnership to Boost Trade, Investment and Economic Growth
by Joy Radarrby Joy RadarrNigeria and Indonesia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral trade and investment relations as both nations continue to explore new areas of cooperation in energy, manufacturing, agriculture, health, and …
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Stakeholders Lament $1.5bn War Risk Insurance Burden Despite Improved Maritime Security
Despite Nigeria’s removal from piracy-prone and high-risk maritime zones, shipowners are still paying heavy war risk insurance premiums on Nigeria-bound cargoes. Stakeholders say the charges, which have cost the country …
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Over 80 Global Brands Explore Nigeria’s Urban Infrastructure Market at Lift Expo 2025
More than 80 brands have expressed interest in investing in Nigeria’s growing urban infrastructure sector after the successful hosting of the first Lift Expo Nigeria 2025 in Lagos. The three-day …
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Mahama Targets Boost in Ghana-China Trade with Tariff-Free Agreement
President John Dramani Mahama has said Ghana is working to maximise its trade volume with China following the recent tariff-free trade agreement between Beijing and African countries. Speaking at the …
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Nigeria’s $108bn Construction Industry to Showcase Opportunities at Big 5 Exhibition in Lagos
Nigeria’s construction industry, valued at over $108 billion, is witnessing renewed growth driven by rising government spending on housing and infrastructure. This expansion will take centre stage at the Big …
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NIMASA Confirms Attempted Boarding of Maltese Tanker Near Lome
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has confirmed an attempted boarding of the Malta-flagged chemical tanker, Endo Ponente, close to Lome Port in Togo. According to the agency, …
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Trump Threatens Tariffs Over EU Tech Rules
The trade relationship between the European Union (EU) and the United States has entered another uncertain phase, as US President Donald Trump has threatened new tariffs against Europe. This comes …
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Ghana Importers and Exporters Meet Central Bank Governor
The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has met with the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BOG), Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, to discuss economic issues affecting trade and …
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Uganda barkcloth art targets US market
Artists and artisans in Uganda have been encouraged to take advantage of indigenous materials such as barkcloth to gain access to the United States market and grow their businesses globally. …