The President and Chief Executive Officer of the Regional Maritime Development Bank, Mr. Adeniran Aderogba, has said that Africa’s mining sector is still facing major problems that are stopping it …
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Global Workers’ Rights in Crisis as ITUC Raises Alarm in 2025 Report
The rights of workers around the world are facing serious threats, with labour protections rapidly disappearing due to rising authoritarianism, ongoing conflicts, and unchecked corporate influence. This is the main …
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Amazon Expands Product Offering in South Africa with Groceries, Pet Food, and Health Supplements
E-commerce giant Amazon has expanded its product catalogue in South Africa to include non-perishable groceries, pet food, and health supplements — a strategic move aimed at deepening its footprint in …
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Eurocham Reaffirms Support for European Businesses in Nigeria, Eyes Deeper Investment Ties
The European Business Chamber (Eurocham) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth of European businesses in Nigeria while strengthening bilateral ties with the country across key sectors like agriculture, …
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Stakeholders Raise Alarm Over Delay in Cargo Evacuation at Tin Can and Apapa Ports
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s export business have again raised serious concerns over the slow pace of cargo movement at the Tin Can Island and Apapa ports in Lagos. These delays, especially …
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Nigeria’s Textile Industry at Risk as Benin Republic Emerges West Africa’s New Manufacturing Hub
Nigerian manufacturers are sounding the alarm as the Republic of Benin steadily rises as a leading textile hub in West Africa, drawing billions in investment and posing stiff competition to …
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Tanzania Targets $2 Billion from Horticulture Exports by 2030 as Sector Gains Momentum
Tanzania is now aiming high in the agricultural sector, as the country sets a new target to hit $2 billion in annual horticulture exports by the year 2030. This goal …
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Kenya’s Vegetable Export Earnings Drop by Over 50% Amid Pesticide Concerns
Kenya’s earnings from fresh vegetable exports have dropped sharply from KSh 51 billion in 2023 to KSh 23.4 billion in 2024, representing a fall of over 50 percent. This major …
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Ghana Deepens Trade and Investment Ties with UAE to Boost Economic Diversification
Ghana has stepped up its efforts to attract more foreign investment and strengthen economic ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The move is part of the country’s push to …
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Nigerian Stock Market Gains N1.71tn in One Week as Investor Confidence Grows
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) ended the past trading week on a bullish note, recording a sharp rise in investor sentiment that led to a N1.71 trillion boost in market …