July 01
Africa: Bringing Independent Power Producers Into the Conversation [press release]
Democracy Works
Democracy Works Foundation is excited to welcome INSPIRE as a co-implementation partner to the "Fostering Inclusive Growth through Climate Change Champions project". Co-funded by… Read more »
Nigeria: Wema Bank Advocates Digital Empowerment for SMEs
Daily Trust
Wema Bank has charged stakeholders to prioritise digital empowerment for MSMEs as a measure for championing a sustainable MSME ecosystem in Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Msmes Award - FG Splashes Millions, Cars On 15 Companies
Daily Trust
The federal government has given cash, house and vehicle rewards to over 15 enterprises Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and two state governments that have distinguished… Read more »
Africa: African Governments Must Bring Young People On Board for AfCFTA Trade Pact to Succeed [analysis]
Daily Maverick
African governments need to earn the trust of young people if they are to successfully implement the African Continental Free Trade Area and ensure the participation of the largest… Read more »
Nigeria: Inter-State Rail System Critical to Southwest Development - Abiodun's Aide
Leadership
Special Adviser to the Ogun State governor on media and strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, has asserted that the inter-state rail system is strategic to the development of the… Read more »
Nigeria: NUPENG Publications Designed to Circumvent Election - Tanker Drivers
Leadership
Members from four zones of the Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) branch of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has faulted recent publications of the… Read more »
Nigeria: Breastfeeding - Employers Urged to Provide Creche in Workplaces
Daily Trust
The chairperson of the Necas Network for Entrepreneurial Woman (NNEW), Abuja chapter, Mrs Gertrude Bashorun, has urged employers of labour to provide creche/lactation room for… Read more »
Nigeria: Cybercrimes Act - Despite Amendment, Clampdown On Journalists Persists
Daily Trust
25 reporters faced prosecution since 2015 Nigeria one of W/Africa's most dangerous places to practice Police, FG, presidency mum Read more »
Nigeria: Nog Energy Week to Discuss Key Initiatives On Thriving Domestic Gas Market in Nigeria
This Day
As Nigeria continues to navigate its path towards economic diversification and sustainable development, the role of the oil and gas sector remains paramount. To harness the full… Read more »
Nigeria: As Femi Otedola Multiplies His Fortunes Beyond Expectations
This Day
Time has a remarkable way of refining a person's abilities. It even has the tendency to reveal hidden depths, deepening acumen and strengthening strategic foresight. Nigerian… Read more »
Nigeria: Agusto & Co. Foresees Robust Growth in Managed Assets, to Surpass N10tn By 2025
This Day
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Nigeria: Omosehin Charges Actuaries On Shaping Future of Insurance With Ai
This Day
The Commissioner for Insurance, Mr Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, has charged members of the Nigerian Actuarial Society (NAS) to collaborate, innovate, and lead the way in shaping the… Read more »
Nigeria: Cap PLC's Shareholders Approve N1.55 Final Dividend Payout
This Day
The shareholders of Chemical and Allied Products Plc (CAP) have approved a final dividend of N1.55 kobo per 50 kobo ordinary share, bringing the total dividend declared for the… Read more »
Nigeria: Inter-State Rail System Strategic for South-West Development, Says Abiodun's Aide
This Day
Special Adviser to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, said the inter-state rail system was strategic for the development of the… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Accident Victims Named
The Herald
POLICE have released the names of five people who were killed in a road accident at the 106 km peg along the Karoi-Binga Road, when a Nissan UD truck they were travelling in,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: New Suburban Road Rehab Scheme On the Cards
The Herald
A new programme targeting road rehabilitation in residential areas named Nhimbe/Ilima or Mushandirapamwe, is being rolled out nationwide, as the Government intensifies the… Read more »
Southern Africa: Zim Investors Shine At Awards Ceremony
The Herald
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Zimbabwe: Zim Trade Deficit Falls 24pc
The Herald
Zimbabwe's trade deficit decreased by 23,8 percent in May this year to US$151,1 million, according to the latest report from the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat). Read more »
Zimbabwe: Economic Players Debate Vision 2030
The Herald
Major economic players from the public and private sectors are in Victoria Falls this week for the Zimbabwe Institute of Strategic Thinking (ZIST) national economic indaba, which… Read more »
Zimbabwe: ZB Drives Financial Literacy Among SMEs
The Herald
ZB Financial Holdings (ZBFH) has embarked on a nationwide financial literacy drive that is targeted at transforming the Small and Medium Enterprise (SMEs) sector in the country. Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Integration Drives Industrialisation . . .Beira Facilitates Movement of Raw Materials
The Herald
The SADC regional integration drive has led to a surge in investments and industrialisation, driven by efficient transport logistics, collaboration and improved ease of doing… Read more »
June 30
South Africa: Government of National Unity Bodes Well for Reducing Our Staggeringly High Youth Unemployment Rate [analysis]
Daily Maverick
The current national unemployment rate for youth aged 15-34 years stands at a staggering 45.5%. Nearly half of our largely youthful population across South Africa are not realising… Read more »
West Africa: Ecowas Conducts Advocacy On the Deployment of the Ecowas National Biometric Identity Card in Liberia and Sierra Leone
New Dawn
Pursuant to the decision of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government in 2014 to adopt the ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card (ENBIC) as an official travel… Read more »
Ethiopia: Exploring Addis Ababa's 24/7 Working Culture - The City Corridor Development Project
Ethiopian Herald
Addis Ababa, Africa's vibrant capital, is embarking on a transformative journey with its pioneering City Corridor Development Program. At the heart of this ambitious initiative… Read more »
Nigeria: How State House Spent N3.7 Billion On Vehicles, Tyres Within 10 Days
Daily Trust
'Villa may exceed its budget' Read more »