November 04
Africa: Experts - Local Content Enforcement Critical to Renewable Energy Growth in Africa
This Day
Experts in the renewable energy industry across Africa have called for the strengthening of local content to catalyse growth in the continent's renewable energy sub-sector across… Read more »
Nigeria: Chairman Parallex Bank, Adeola Phillips Bags Cibn's Award
This Day
Influential leader and Chairman of the Board of Directors at Parallex Bank, Dr. Adeola Adejoke Phillips, has been honored with the distinguished title of Honorary Senior Member by… Read more »
Nigeria: Wema Bank's Alat Xplore - Pioneering Financial Literacy With Nigeria's 1st Teen Banking App
This Day
Oluchi Chibuzor writes on Wema Bank's ALAT Xplore App, Nigeria's first licensed banking App tailored specifically to teenagers ages 13 to 17 Read more »
Nigeria: Neos Airlines Reconnects Nigeria, Italy in Direct Flight After Long Hiatus
This Day
Major Italian flag carrier, Neos Airlines, has commenced direct flight services from Milan to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. Read more »
Nigeria: Stakeholders Reiterate Commitment to Improve Distribution Value-Chain
This Day
Stakeholders in the distribution value-chain sector in the country have reteirated their commitment to bridge distribution gaps in the sector as 50 to 60 per cent of goods do not… Read more »
Liberia: LTA Faces Probe
New Dawn
The outcome of a bidding process at the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) has raised a red flag over the entire process, with some citing irregularities. The process has… Read more »
Liberia: Bil, Chamber of Commerce Advance Mechanism to Boost Investors' Confidence
New Dawn
Through collaborative discussions, participants addressed critical issues and proposed actionable solutions to foster a more secure and attractive investment environment. Read more »
Liberia: IMF Commits to Liberia
New Dawn
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reiterates its commitment to supporting Liberia's economic development with an initial US$5.8 million disbursement. Read more »
Liberia: 'It Is Our Ambition to Unlock the Economy Through Roads and Energy'
New Dawn
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Nigeria: Afreximbank, Woodhall Sign $25m Facility to Support Export Businesses
This Day
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West Africa: Nigeria's Bank of Industry Under Olusi's Leadership - A Year in Review
This Day
As Nigeria grapples with economic challenges, institutions like Bank of Industry (BOI) play a critical role in providing funding for the private sector and fostering development. Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Waemu's Largest Bank Société Générale Sees 12 Percent Profit Jump
Daba Finance
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Egypt: Investment Minister Participates in Meetings of Standing Committee of Comcec of Oic in Turkey
Egypt Online
Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan el-Khatib left Cairo Monday heading to Turkey to participate in the meetings of the 40th session of the Council of Trade Ministers… Read more »
November 03
Nigeria: Nigerians Rejected Your Ideas At the Polls, Presidency Replies Atiku
Premium Times
In his statement, Atiku said he would not have removed the petrol subsidy at once and would not have done it at the same time as other reforms, such as the floating of the naira. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Emotional Abstracts Recount Zimbabwe's Struggles and Strength
RFI
Zimbabwe's dramatic landscapes and enduring struggles resonate in Gillian Rosselli's abstract paintings, which reveal her homeland's resilience amid drought, poverty and… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Needs to Move With Speed On the New 'Green Gold', Hydrogen [opinion]
Daily Maverick
We are an attractive energy partner for any nation. Developed economies in particular have been burned by volatility in their energy supplies, be they Russia invading Ukraine or… Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Finally Reveals Petrol Prices
Premium Times
"We have even gone lower to sell at N960 per litre for sale into ships while maintaining N990 per litre for sale into trucks," the refinery said. Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Signs Petroleum Bill As SA Lags Behind Neighbours in Hydrocarbon Race
Daily Maverick
The bottom line is that there is now at least some of the regulatory clarity that investors need for the upstream sector. How all of this is administered under Gwede Mantashe, who… Read more »
Nigeria: Minimum Wage - 9 States to Pay Workers Above N70,000
Leadership
After a series of negotiations and compliance with the consequential adjustment guidelines of the federal government, nine of the 36 states of the federation have agreed to pay… Read more »
Nigeria: 10 Banks Generate N12.24tn Interest Income From Loans, Others in Nine Months
This Day
Following the frequent hike in the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), a total of 10 Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) generated an estimated N12.24 trillion… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Your Record Tainted, Tinubu's Economic Reforms Essential', Presidency Rejects Atiku's Tutorials
Leadership
In a pointed response to former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar's recent criticism of President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms, the Presidency has questioned the Opposition… Read more »
Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Set to Elevate Conference Tourism With Enriched Attractions
ENA
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's vibrant capital, known as the "political capital of Africa," is positioned to enhance its standing as a premier destination for conference tourism. As the… Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi to Gain More Water As Tunnel Nears Completion
Capital FM
Residents of Nairobi City will soon enjoy increased supply of clean drinking water as the Northern Collector Tunnel in Murang'a is near completion, President William Ruto has… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Economy Has Continued in Tangible Progress
Ethiopian Herald
Recently, the 6th House of People's Representatives conducted its 4th year's 3rd regular meeting. On the occasion, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) gave a response to questions… Read more »
Ghana: Financial Skills Like Managing Debt Are Key to Success, but Ghana's Small Businesses Don't Have Them [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Financial literacy is vital for individuals and households. Simply put, it's the ability to understand and effectively use various financial skills: budgeting, managing debt,… Read more »
