May 17
Zimbabwe: Interpol Intensifies Money Laundering Fight
The Herald
The International Criminal Police Organisations (INTERPOL) has said there is need for countries, including Zimbabwe, to urgently step up their efforts to target the huge illicit… Read more »
Namibia: 500-Bed Windhoek District Hospital Construction Commences
Namibia Economist
The Groundwork for the Construction of a New 500-bed Windhoek District Hospital was officially initiated this week by the Health Minister, Dr Kalumbi Shangula, marking a… Read more »
South Africa: National Council of Provinces Passes the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill and Other Pieces of Legislation [document]
Parliament of South Africa
The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) approved the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill, the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill and four other pieces of legislation… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Embraces Wide Tourism Investment Potentials
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia's rich cultural heritage, vibrant traditions, diverse landscapes, and historical significance have positioned the country as a burgeoning destination for tourism… Read more »
Kenya: Germany, Sweden Express Caution On Tariffs On Chinese EVs
Capital FM
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson have cautioned against tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) following Washington's announcement of… Read more »
Kenya: Maraga Taskforce Reforms Hit Snag Over Budgetary Cuts
Capital FM
The implementation of recommendations of the taskforce on reforms chaired by former Chief Justice David Maraga are now in limbo after the National Treasury failed to allocate… Read more »
Uganda: Kenya, Uganda Sign Pact On Importation, Transit of Petroleum Products
Capital FM
Kenya and Uganda on Thursday signed a tripartite agreement on the importation and transit of petroleum products through the two countries. Read more »
Kenya: MPs Push for Budget Cuts On Sh1.5b Statehouse Renovation Expenditure
Capital FM
Details have shown how Statehouse intends to expend Sh1.5 billion in the financial year 2024/2025 for the construction and renovations of state house and lodges which commenced in… Read more »
Nigeria: Aviation Stakeholders Fret Over Recent Aircraft Incidents Across the Country
This Day
Aviation industry stakeholders have expressed deep concern over the many aircraft incidents in recent time, insisting that the development is aggravating their fears and compelling… Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Can Collect Customers' Social Media Handles, Court Rules
Leadership
Justice Nnamdi Dimgba of the Federal High Court in Lagos has held that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is constitutionally empowered to demand and collect the social media… Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Steps Down Electricity Tariff Hike Report Over Court Order
Leadership
A court case instituted in Kano has halted the Senate's plans to stop electricity tariff increase. Read more »
Nigeria: Emirates Resumes Flight to Nigeria October 1
This Day
Two years after it suspended operations to Nigeria, the Middle East Mega Carrier, Emirates Airlines has announced that it would resume flight services to Nigeria from October 1,… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda to Import Fuel Directly, Cutting Reliance On Kenyan Marketers
Business Day Africa
Uganda will now have the capacity to directly import fuel from producing nations, diminishing its reliance on Kenyan marketers, following a bilateral meeting in Nairobi. Read more »
Rwanda: Time Is Ripe for Africa's Economic Independence - Experts
New Times
African government leaders should convert their commitments into concrete actions and put their countries on the path to economic development, experts have said. Read more »
Nigeria: Wale Edun - No Attempt to Illegally Use Pension Funds
This Day
*Says FG will be guided by rules*Organised labour warns against tampering with funds*FAAC shares N1.2tn from N2.192tn gross revenue*Naira slides to N1533/$1 at official market,… Read more »
Nigeria: Risk Management Critical to Effective Tax Collection - Crmi
Daily Trust
The President of the Chartered Risk Management Institute of Nigeria (CRIM), Dr. Ezekiel Oseni has advised revenue collection agencies to take cognizance of risk management as it… Read more »
Nigeria: Access Bank Upgrades Health Loan for Women
Daily Trust
Access Bank has added more healthcare covering on its women's health loan in a bid to improve the healthcare offerings related to women. Read more »
Nigeria: Over 3000 for Lagos Leather Fair
Daily Trust
Lagos Leather Fair, an annual event showcasing Africa's Leather Industry, has announced the launch of its 2024 fair with the theme "Levelling Up" to spur on the growth being made… Read more »
Nigeria: Don Tasks Doctoral Candidates On Economic Policy
Daily Trust
The Business School Director at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Professor Josaphat Uchechukwu Onwumere, has tasked doctoral students in Nigerian universities to produce… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Pledges Support for Local Manufacturers
Daily Trust
The federal government has said it is creating an enabling environment for local manufacturers and small-scale producers to do business with ease and earn profits on their… Read more »
Nigeria: Seplat Energy Recommits to Growing Shareholders Value, Sustainability
This Day
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Nigeria: PMI Report - Strengthening of Naira Moderated Inflationary Pressure in April
This Day
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Nigeria: Sahco Kano Station Receives Isago Re-Certification
This Day
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc, Kano station, has been re-certified by International Air Transport Association (IATA). Read more »
Nigeria: FG Directs Gradual Payment of N1.3tn, $1bn Gas Debts to Gencos, Suppliers
This Day
*Reveals many Discos insolvent, finding it hard to do business Read more »
Nigeria: Edniesal Consulting Announces CIO C-Suite Awards for African Tech Driven Innovations
This Day
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