All Hands on Deck by Arunma Oteh announced as winner of the BCA African Business Book of the Year 2025
• All Hands on Deck: Unleash prosperity through world class capital markets by Arunma Oteh has emerged as the winner of the prestigious award for 2025 • Africonomics: A History of Western Ignorance by Bronwen Everill emerged as the runner-up. • Toni Kan’s Riding the Storm: The Untold Story of Africa’s Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic […]
Unlock the Adventure of a Lifetime in Ethiopia: Top Destinations and Tips
Contributor: Demmelash Ayisa Ethiopia is a land where history, culture, and nature weave together to create an unforgettable adventure. From ancient rock-hewn churches to misty mountain peaks, this East African gem invites travelers to explore its timeless wonders and vibrant traditions. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or a cultural explorer, Ethiopia offers […]
WHX Nairobi And WHX Labs Nairobi To Find Sustainable Solutions For Critical Deficit Of Healthcare Workers
● Kenya currently produces 7,650 new health workers each year, however the country needs 70,000 more to ensure every Kenyan who needs care gets access to it, according to a recent WHO assessment. ● This shortage of healthcare workers is expected to grow by more than 114,000 by 2030 and a staggering 170,000 by 2035, unless urgent […]
Seedtime Economic Empowerment & Development Initiative Africa (SEED Africa): Empowering Social Entrepreneurs to Transform the Continent
Across Africa, innovative thinkers are tackling challenges from poverty to climate change with bold, community-driven solutions. But many lack the resources and support needed to bring their ideas to life. That’s where SEED Africa comes in. SEED Africa is a pan-African social enterprise accelerator dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs who are building businesses that drive social […]
Dangote Refinery Targets 100% Local Crude Processing by End of 2025
The Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest, is on track to process only Nigerian crude by the end of 2025, marking a significant shift toward energy self-sufficiency. Currently, the facility, which refines 550,000 barrels per day, sources some of its crude from Nigeria and imports the rest—mainly from the US. However, as long-term foreign supply contracts expire, Dangote […]
Ramaphosa Challenges Trump’s 30% Tariff Claim Over Trade Data Accuracy
President Cyril Ramaphosa has pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a sweeping 30% tariff on South African exports, calling it a misrepresentation of actual trade data. Ramaphosa’s office argued that most US goods imported into South Africa already enter duty-free, with an average tariff rate of just 7.6%. While Pretoria emphasized its commitment […]
Liberian President Offers Formal Apology to Civil War Victims
Liberia’s president has tendered a long-awaited apology to victims of the country’s brutal civil wars, which claimed around 250,000 lives between 1989 and 2003. Speaking at a state ceremony, he acknowledged the nation’s failure to protect its people, saying, “We are sorry… The State could have done more.” The gesture marks a key moment in Liberia’s […]
Gambian Lawmakers Reject Constitution That Could Extend Barrow’s Rule
Gambian lawmakers have struck down a controversial draft constitution that would have introduced presidential term limits but also allowed President Adama Barrow a fresh start—potentially extending his rule beyond 2027. The proposed law capped presidencies at two five-year terms but controversially exempted the sitting president’s previous terms from counting. With 35 votes against and only 21 in […]
First-Ever Malaria Drug for Babies Approved for Use in Africa
In a groundbreaking development, the first malaria treatment specifically designed for babies and newborns has been approved for use and is set to roll out in Africa in a few weeks. Until now, infants under 4.5kg had to rely on drugs meant for older children—raising serious overdose risks. The new drug, Coartem Baby, developed by Novartis and […]
Nigerian Banks Reopen Naira Cards for Global Payments
Nigerian banks are reinstating international naira card transactions, signaling renewed confidence in the country’s foreign exchange market. Guaranty Trust Bank, United Bank for Africa, and Wema Bank have announced that customers can now use their naira-denominated Mastercards and Visa cards for global payments, online shopping, and ATM withdrawals—restoring access that had been suspended during the 2022–2023 […]
