Nigeria could add up to 1.7 million working mothers to its labour force by 2030 if the government and private sector invest in affordable and quality childcare systems, according to …
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Finance Minister Wale Edun Says Nigeria’s Economy Has Turned the Corner
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has assured Nigerians that the country’s economy is on a recovery path, saying the most difficult period is …
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Nigeria’s Private Sector Records Stronger Growth in August as Inflation Eases
Nigeria’s private sector recorded stronger growth in August 2025 as improved customer demand and easing inflationary pressures boosted business activity, according to the latest Stanbic IBTC Bank Nigeria Purchasing Managers’ …
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FG Clears N2tn Capital Debt, Promises Faster 2025 Project Funding
The Federal Government has paid over N2 trillion owed to contractors for capital projects from the 2024 budget, and says it will now focus on ensuring timely release of funds …
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World Bank Cuts Kenya’s 2025 Growth Forecast to 4.5% Over Debt, Lending Rates and Private Sector Struggles
The World Bank has revised its economic growth forecast for Kenya down to 4.5% for 2025, cutting half a percentage point from its earlier projection. The global lender cited rising …
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Nigeria’s Debt Servicing Hits N8.9tn in Nine Months, Exceeds 2024 Budget
Nigeria’s debt servicing costs rose sharply to N8.9tn in the first nine months of 2024, far exceeding the pro-rata budget of N6.2tn. A new report by Afrinvest revealed that the …
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Egypt’s Prime Minister, Mostafa Madbouly, has announced that the country’s unemployment rate dropped to 6.4% in the fourth quarter (Q4) of the 2024/2025 fiscal year. This marks one of the …