The Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, Lesetja Kganyago, has raised concerns that the tariffs imposed by former United States President Donald Trump on South African goods could lead …
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The sun rises over communities in Nigeria’s North-West, but for many, it brings no warmth, only the chilling reminder of what the night might hold. Farmers hesitate to walk their …
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Lagos Young Entrepreneur Awards Set To Celebrate Rising Entrepreneurs
The sixth edition of the Lagos Young Entrepreneur Awards is set to take place this September in Lagos. The award aims to celebrate young people who are making a big …
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How IPOB’s Sit-at-Home Protest Crashed Southeast Nigeria’s Economy by ₦7.6 Trillion in 4 Years
Over the past four years, the southeastern region of Nigeria has experienced significant economic and social disruptions due to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)’s sit-at-home orders. These weekly shutdowns, …
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NNPCL raises petrol pump price to N950/litre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased the pump price of petrol to N925 per litre in Lagos and N950 per litre in Abuja, following weeks of speculation …
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South Africa’s pro-business Democratic Alliance (DA) has taken legal action against the government, challenging the legality of the budget process and seeking to block the planned value-added tax (VAT) increase. …