January 14
Nigeria: Kenyan Startups Raise Sh126bn in 2025, Outpace Egypt and Nigeria
Capital FM
Kenyan startups raised Sh126 billion ($984 million) in 2025, outpacing major African markets including Egypt, South Africa and Nigeria. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: 'Blood Minerals' in DR Congo - Myth or Reality? [opinion]
New Times
"Blood minerals" in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) commonly refer to tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold (3TG). A widely promoted narrative, advanced by several… Read more »
Nigeria: Katsina Govt Signs MOU With Al-Ojaimi to Procure Distribution Transformers [press release]
Premium Times
A central pillar of the MoU is the planned establishment of an Al-Ojaimi Service Centre in Katsina State, which will serve Katsina, Kano, and Jigawa States. Read more »
Liberia: Firestone Trucking Move At Freeport Displaces Liberian Operators, Triggers Union Threats and Policy Debate
FrontPageAfrica
Liberia's Liberianization Policy is under intense public and institutional scrutiny following a controversial operational arrangement between Firestone Liberia and APM Terminals… Read more »
Liberia: AML's Deal Is On
New Dawn
Liberian President Joseph N. Boakai has formally requested the Liberian Senate to amend the third Mineral Development Agreement (MDA) between the Government of Liberia and… Read more »
Liberia: MoT Introduces New Automated Driver License and Vehicle Registration System
New Dawn
The Ministry of Transport (MOT) has introduced a new Automated Driver License and Vehicle Registration System (ADLVRS) alongside an Online Vehicle Renewal Service (OVRS) mobile… Read more »
Liberia: The Dangers of Seaport Decentralization in Liberia [editorial]
New Dawn
This is an Argumentative Research Intellectual Read for the minds of Horizon Curiosity and Willingness to Learn: Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's 2026 Trading Landscape Shows Rapid Growth in Mobile Forex Apps As Reforms Push for Greater Transparency [press release]
Premium Times
As transparency becomes a competitive advantage, apps that present cleaner data and clearer account reporting are winning attention across Nigeria. Read more »
Ghana: CBL Approves Ghana's First Atlantic Bank to Operate Here
Liberian Observer
The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) has officially granted approval for First Atlantic Bank PLC (FAB), a leading Ghanaian financial institution, to operate in Liberia. The approval… Read more »
South Africa: Eskom Working to Restore Power Following Kouga Veld Fires
SAnews.gov.za
Eskom says it is continuing to repair powerlines that were damaged during veld fires in the Kouga Local Municipality. Read more »
Kenya: Businesses Count Losses After Demolitions On Douglas Wakiiru Road
Capital FM
Business owners along Douglas Wakiiru Road, formerly Aerodrome Road in Nairobi, are counting losses after their premises were demolished on Tuesday morning. Read more »
Tanzania: Airtel Pushes Toward Digital Economy Via Fuel Rewards Campaign
Daily News
Airtel has rolled-out a nationwide cashless transactions campaign, highlighting the growing significance of digital payments in everyday life for individuals and businesses, a move… Read more »
Tanzania: Fasten Seatbelts, Makonda Tells Ministry Workers
Daily News
Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Mr Paul Makonda, has outlined key priority areas aimed at transforming the ministry and enhancing its effectiveness and improve… Read more »
Tanzania: TRA Vows Tough Action Against Tax Evaders
Daily News
Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) Commissioner General, Mr Yusuph Mwenda, has said that the authority will continue to effectively address tax evasion by controlling loopholes used… Read more »
East Africa: Eastrip Project to Boost Renewable Energy Skills in EAC
Daily News
DEPUTY Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Ms Wanu Hafidh Ameir, has assured that the East Africa Regional Skills Transformation and Integration Project (EASTRIP) will… Read more »
Tanzania: Why Govt Bond Yields Jump After Auctions
Daily News
Government bond auctions last year appeared orderly, but secondary market trading quickly exposed liquidity stress and timing risks that are reshaping return expectations for… Read more »
Rwanda: Who Are the Five Coaches in Race for National Volleyball Team Job?
New Times
Following the end of Brazilian tactician Paul de Tarso's tenure, five coaches have emerged in the race to lead Rwanda's senior men's and women's national volleyball teams, the… Read more »
Rwanda: Teaching in Our Voice - Using Ai to Empower Teachers, Protect Every Child
New Times
Mama Mignonne teaches mathematics at a primary school in Musanze District. Every evening, after her tudents have left her classroom, she sits with a notebook and a pen, writing out… Read more »
Nigeria: NJC Recommends Appointment of Joseph Oyewole As Supreme Court Justice
This Day
The National Judicial Council (NJC), has recommended the appointment of Justice Joseph Oyewole as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. Read more »
Africa: Nala and Noah Launch Stablecoin Settlement Network for Africa and Asia
Daba Finance
NALA has partnered with UK-based payments infrastructure provider Noah to launch a cross-border settlement network that allows merchants in Africa and Asia to receive US dollar… Read more »
Nigeria: NERC - Discos Billed Customers N255 Billion, Collected N210.92bn in October
This Day
·Billing, recovery efficiencies show mixed trends Read more »
Nigeria: Boost to Delta MSMEs As Oborevwori Gives N1bn Revolving Fund to BoI
This Day
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Delta State have been guaranteed a boost following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Delta State… Read more »
Ghana: Devtraco Commits to Innovations, Transparency - CEO
Ghanaian Times
The Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Devtraco Group, Mr Francis Okoh Okai, has reaffirmed the company's commitment to transparency, innovation and sustainable growth. Read more »
Nigeria: Usman Dantata, Ahmed Indimi, Others Appointed Into Firstholdco's Non-Bank Subsidiaries
Daily Trust
First HoldCo Plc recently appointed new board appointments across its non-commercial banking subsidiaries following regulatory approvals from the Securities and Exchange Commission… Read more »
Nigeria: PANDEF Distances Self From Planned Protest Against NDDC Leadership
Daily Trust
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has distanced itself from a planned protest against the leadership of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Read more »
