Reckitt Doubles Down on Nigeria with Long-term Strategy
British consumer goods giant Reckitt is doubling down on its operations in Nigeria, despite the country’s economic volatility marked by high inflation and a weakened currency. While competitors like Procter & Gamble and Diageo have scaled back, Reckitt believes that the worst of Nigeria’s economic woes are behind it. According to General Manager Akbar Ali […]
Chad’s Ruling Party Wins Most Seats in Parliament
Chad’s ruling Patriotic Salvation Movement (MPS) secured 124 of 188 parliamentary seats in last month’s election, dominating the country’s first parliamentary vote in over a decade. Boycotted by over 10 opposition parties, including the main opposition party, Transformers, the election saw a voter turnout of 51.5%. President Mahamat Idriss Deby, who took power in 2021 […]
Top 5 Affordable African Cities to Live in 2025
Affordability remains a key consideration for most individuals when choosing a city to live in, with many seeking a balance between low living costs and economic opportunities. While economic hubs typically experience higher costs due to increased demand, some cities manage to remain affordable without compromising growth prospects. According to Numbeo, five African cities rank […]
Ethiopian Athletes Win Male and Female Categories During 2025 Dubai Marathon
Ethiopian athletes dominated the 2025 Dubai Marathon, with Bute Gemechu winning the men’s race in a world-leading debut time of 2:04:51 and Bedatu Hirpa taking the women’s title in 2:18:27. The women’s race concluded dramatically as Hirpa overtook defending champion Dera Dida, who suffered severe stomach cramps in the final kilometer. Hirpa celebrated her win […]
