The Government of Kenya, with support from the World Bank, has begun plans to acquire advanced cybersecurity tools to strengthen its national digital defences following a wave of cyberattacks on …
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FG Signs $1.5bn Deal with World Bank to Tackle Infrastructure Challenges and Boost Economy
The Federal Government has signed a massive $1.5 billion (R27 billion) loan agreement with the World Bank to help address serious infrastructure problems that have slowed down Nigeria’s economic growth …
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Sheger City Targets Local and Foreign Investors with New Promotion Drive and Investment Expo
The Sheger City Administration in Ethiopia is stepping up its efforts to attract both local and foreign investors, as it rolls out fresh promotional campaigns and prepares to host a …
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NAICOM, Civil Service Office Hold Workshop on Group Life Assurance Policy
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation have jointly organised a workshop on Group Life Assurance Policy in Abuja. …
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AHCN Appoints Chime Obiora as Chairman, Board of Trustees
The Association of Housing Corporations of Nigeria (AHCN) has appointed Chime Obiora as the new Chairman of its Board of Trustees. His appointment follows the death of the former chairman, …
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Ethiopia Eyes AfCFTA to Boost Trade, Cut Deficit and Grow Economy
The Ethiopian government has declared strong interest in fully using the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to unlock new economic opportunities and improve the country’s trade performance. This comes …
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Africa International Housing Show Partners Federal Housing Ministry for 2025 Edition in Abuja
The organisers of the Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) have announced a major collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development for the 19th edition of the event, …
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Standard Chartered Urges Africa to Leverage Regional Trade
Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited has called on African countries to take advantage of emerging global trade shifts by strengthening regional value chains and reviewing their exposure to international markets. …
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FG Backs West Africa Industrial Summit, Pledges Support for Regional Manufacturing Growth
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced its full support for the upcoming West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing and Trade (IMT) Summit and Exhibition, set to hold in Lagos from October …
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Africa Must Unite to Develop Gas Resources, Says Minister Ekperikpe Ekpo
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has called on African countries to unite and form a strong regional partnership to develop the continent’s vast natural gas …