The National Centre for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology (NACGRAB) has restated its commitment to the conservation and promotion of Nigeria’s plant genetic resources as a way to support the country’s …
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South Africans Turn to Cryptocurrency for Everyday Spending
Cryptocurrency is no longer just something people invest in hoping it will rise in value. In South Africa, digital money like Bitcoin and others are now being used to buy …
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Rwanda Hosts Flying Eye Hospital for Free Eye Surgery, Medical Training
For the first time, Rwanda is playing host to the Flying Eye Hospital — a world-class aircraft turned into a mobile eye surgery and training centre. The programme, which begins …
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Tinubu Orders National Single Window Trade Platform to Go Live by Q1 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed the National Single Window (NSW) Steering Committee to ensure the full implementation of the digital trade facilitation platform by the first quarter of 2026. …
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China Sends Electric Trucks to Zambia in Green Mining Push
China has sent a fleet of 31 pure electric mining trucks to Zambia, marking a major step in introducing green technology to Africa’s mining industry. The shipment, organized by Chinese …
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North-East Nigeria Traders Adopt Digital Payments to Boost Security and Simplify Trade — Moniepoint Study
A new study by Moniepoint Inc. has shown that traders in Nigeria’s North-East region, particularly in Borno State, are increasingly adopting digital payment solutions to enhance security, reduce theft, and …
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SEC to Launch USSD Code to Help Nigerians Verify Investment Operators
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Nigeria’s top capital market regulator, has announced plans to launch a new Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) code to help Nigerians verify the registration …
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Microsoft Warns of Active Cyberattacks on SharePoint Servers
Tech giant Microsoft has raised the alarm over a serious cyberattack that is currently targeting SharePoint server software used by government agencies and businesses around the world. The company said …
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London Mayor explores fintech opportunities in Lagos
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has completed a historic visit to Lagos, Nigeria, aimed at deepening ties between the United Kingdom and Nigeria through strengthened collaboration in technology, fintech, …
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How Smooth Flow Pumps Are Revolutionizing Medical Fluid Transfer and Patient Care
In the healthcare sector, the ability to transfer fluids accurately and safely is critical. Whether it’s administering medications, nutrients, or blood, precision is essential to patient care. One innovation gaining …