November 11
Uganda: Struggling to Survive - Report Exposes Worsening Poverty in Uganda
Nile Post
As Uganda reels from the recent dissolution of the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), a new report by Twaweza's Sauti Za Wananchi survey sheds light on the harsh economic… Read more »
Uganda: Namutumba Locals Voice Concerns Over Infrastructure and Power Shortages Stalling Development
Nile Post
Residents and leaders in Kiwanyi Sub-County, Namutumba District, have expressed frustration over poor road conditions and a lack of electricity, which they say are slowing… Read more »
Namibia: Is Your Boss a Bully?
Namibian
Is your boss making your work life miserable? Or are you surrounded by a team of seasoned bullies? Read more »
South Africa: 11 Vehicle Testing Station Officials and Car Owners Arrested for Alleged Fraud [press release]
SAPS
- Polokwane based Hawks Serious Commercial Crime Investigation in collaboration with National Traffic Anti-corruption Unit arrested 11 suspects between the ages of 27 and 57 for… Read more »
Nigeria: 'We Now Control Nigeria,' MC Oluomo's Son Brags Amidst Dad's NURTW Win
Premium Times
"Nah, the country we dey control now, no be only Lagos again". Read more »
Zimbabwe: Moza-SA Border Post Closure Costs SA Dearly
The Herald
The closure of the Lebombo border post between South Africa and Mozambique, and the resultant disruption to cargo moving through the Maputo Port, is costing the South African… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Inside PNP's Plan to Double Subsidiary in 5 Years
The Herald
Pick n Pay's Boxer subsidiary, which will list on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) before the end of 2024, has an ambitious plan to double its turnover within five years. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Respect Developing Nations' Views - President
The Herald
Views of developing countries must be prioritised and respected at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), Southern African Development Community (SADC) chairman,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Delta Revenue Surges 11pc in Half Year Period
The Herald
Delta Corporation recorded an 11 percent increase in revenue in the half year to September 2024 to S$389,1 million, largely driven by sparking beverages and lager beers, which grew… Read more »
Nigeria: Family Members Escape As Overhead Tank Collapses On House
Daily Trust
A man and members of his family narrowly escaped after an overhead tank collapsed on their house at Unguwar Sabon-Tasha in Abaji Area Council of the FCT. Read more »
Nigeria: FCT - AEA Takes Financial Literacy Campaigns to Bwari
Daily Trust
The Abuja Enterprise Agency (AEA) has intensified the Financial Literacy and Inclusion Awareness Campaigns by taking the sensitisation message to Bwari and Dutse market in Bwari… Read more »
Nigeria: National Grid Collapse - A Shame to the Nation [opinion]
Daily Trust
The incessant collapse of Nigeria's national grid represents a significant setback for Africa's leading nation, undermining its reputation and highlighting systemic issues that… Read more »
Nigeria: Lack of Accountability, Transparency Preventing Investments in States - FRC
Daily Trust
The Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) has stated that lack of accountability and transparency in states across the country is preventing investors from investing in states. Read more »
Nigeria: NEDS Advocates More Women in Economic Leadership
Daily Trust
Stakeholders have decried the low representation of women in economic leadership, lamenting that despite the high percentage of women in the country, they are underrepresented in… Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote, NNPCL, Marketers Should Settle Differences Immediately
Daily Trust
In the past couple of weeks, the continuing disagreements between the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and the Independent… Read more »
Nigeria: Nitel Building - Nigeria's Tallest Property of Decades
Daily Trust
The Nigerian Telecommunications (NITEL) now Nigeria's External Communications Operations (NEM) House stands as the tallest building nationwide. Read more »
Nigeria: FCMB Offers N30m Clean Energy Loans for Homes, SMEs
Daily Trust
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) says it has boosted its energy finance loan, offering up to N30 million to help Nigerian households and small businesses buy solar panels,… Read more »
Uganda: Tayebwa Calls for Strategic Interventions to Empower Ugandan Enterprises
Nile Post
Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has urged the government to prioritize support for Ugandan enterprises during his address at the launch of Birungi Unlimited, a… Read more »
Uganda: The Credit Crisis - Why Youth Entrepreneurs in Uganda Are Stuck At the Starting Line
Nile Post
In Uganda, youth entrepreneurship is seen as a powerful tool for economic growth. Read more »
Uganda: Mubende Locals Raise Shs100m to Construct Community School
Nile Post
At a fundraising ceremony organized by Dedan Foundation, residents of Buwekula South Constituency, led by Dedan Mubangizi--the aspiring Member of Parliament for Buwekula South… Read more »
Nigeria: VTAS to Reduce Road Accidents in Nigeria - Shippers Council
Vanguard
The Nigeria Shippers Council (NSC) has said that the establishment of more Vehicle Transit Areas (VTAs) across the country will curtail rising road accidents involving haulage… Read more »
Nigeria: Labour Fumes Over Unpaid Pension to Aged Seafarers
Vanguard
The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria, MWUN, and the Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporation and Government-Owned Companies, SSASCGOC, have decried the delay in… Read more »
Nigeria: Global Trade Remains in Contraction At Start of Q4
Vanguard
The worldwide Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) surveys compiled by S&P Global Market Intelligence indicated that global trade in goods and services remained in deterioration at… Read more »
Nigeria: KFC Launches Local Products
Daily Trust
KFC Nigeria has unveiled a new series of local delicacies, tagged New Naija Flavours as part of its effort to cater to the unique taste preferences of Nigerians and continued… Read more »
Nigeria: NPA to Link Export Processing Terminal With Domestic Warehouse
Daily Trust
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), on Saturday, said it planned to link the Export Processing Terminals (EPTs), with the Domestic Export Warehouse (DEW). Read more »
