Stakeholders in Nigeria’s electricity industry have again raised alarm over the country’s weak national grid and called for immediate reforms to help integrate renewable energy into the power system. The …
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Ghana Hikes Cocoa Price to $5,040 Per Tonne for 2025/2026 Season
The Government of Ghana has approved a major increase in the producer price of cocoa, raising it from US$3,100 to US$5,040 per tonne for the upcoming 2025/2026 season. This is …
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Kenya’s Economy Growing Fast, But Youth Unemployment Remains a Major Challenge
Chief Executive Officer of Equity Group Holdings, Dr. James Mwangi, has said that Kenya’s economic growth is not creating enough jobs for the country’s growing number of university graduates. In …
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Kenya to Host Major Global AI Conference in Mombasa This August
Kenya is set to take centre stage in global discussions on Artificial Intelligence (AI) as it hosts the Africa International Policy and AI Conference (AIPAC) 2025. The four-day event will …
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FG Plans Legal Action on Vandalism to Accelerate Digital Development
The Federal Government has raised concerns over the rising destruction of telecommunications infrastructure across Nigeria, especially in conflict-prone areas. This was made known by the Attorney-General of the Federation and …
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Zambia Agriculturists Advocate Land Reform, Warn Against Abuse
The Agricultural Institute of Zambia (AIZ) has thrown its weight behind the proposed Lands and Deeds Registry (Amendment) Bill, 2025, but has also raised key concerns about the implementation of …
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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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High Interest Rate Now Top Challenge for Nigerian Businesses – CBN Survey
Businesses across Nigeria say high interest rates have become the most severe challenge affecting their operations, surpassing long-standing problems like insecurity and poor electricity supply. This was revealed in the …
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Nigeria Unveils National Occupational Standards for Gas and Electric Vehicles as CNG Fleet Rises
The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has introduced the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for the conversion, calibration, and maintenance of gas-powered and electric vehicles in Nigeria. This initiative …