40 h. ago Financial transformation: Key to unlocking Africa’s economic potential

As the global economy continues to evolve, African businesses must adapt to remain relevant. Strategic financial optimisation is crucial for read more Financial transformation: Key to unlocking Africa’s economic potential

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61 h. ago Sahel Juntas Impose 0.5% Levy On Imports From Nigeria, Other ECOWAS Nations

Three Sahel countries ruled by military juntas – Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger – have introduced a 0.5% levy on imported goods from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) member-nations, including Nigeria. The three countries, each ruled by military juntas that came to power through recent coups in 2023, had established the Alliance […]

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s Progress Under Tinubu Attracting Global Recognition – Bosun Tijani

The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to reform Nigeria, stating that his policies will position the country as the greatest in Africa. According to Tijani, Tinubu’s economic and governance reforms have earned him recognition as the best president in Africa and beyond. He highlighted the administration’s […] The post Nigeria’s Progress Under Tinubu Attracting Global Recognition – Bosun Tijani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago UBA charts path for 2025, to focus on innovation, digital transformation, sustainability

Tribune Online UBA charts path for 2025, to focus on innovation, digital transformation, sustainability •To expand operations to Saudi Arabia, France in 2025 UNITED Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, also known as Africa’s Global Bank, has outlined its strategic roadmap for the 2025 financial year, prioritizing innovation, digital transformation, physical and financial strength, and global reach. Following the release of its full-year financial results for 2024 to stakeholders on […] UBA charts path for 2025, to focus on innovation, digital transformation, sustainability Tribune Online

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3 d. ago 2025 Obafemi Awolowo Memorial Webinar: True economic liberation means building African ownership over African wealth for all ―Kagoro

Tribune Online 2025 Obafemi Awolowo Memorial Webinar: True economic liberation means building African ownership over African wealth for all ―Kagoro Brian Kagoro’s remarks at the Awo Leadership Webinar on March 6, 2025. IN trying times, it is not despair but courage and resilience that define a people. President Thabo Mbeki once reminded us that gloom and despondency have never defeated adversity. And President Julius Nyerere echoed this when he said, “Unity will not make us […] 2025 Obafemi Awolowo Memorial Webinar: True economic liberation means building African ownership over African wealth for all ―Kagoro Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Tinubu meets Saint Kitts and Nevis leader, seek stronger ties

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday made case for stronger economic ties between Africa nations and their Caribbean Island counterparts. Tinubu read more Tinubu meets Saint Kitts and Nevis leader, seek stronger ties

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4 d. ago 20 African countries with stronger currencies than the Naira

The value of a country’s currency is a key indicator of its economic stability, inflation control, and fiscal management. While read more 20 African countries with stronger currencies than the Naira

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4 d. ago Failure in sustaining family businesses limits Africa’s growth – Aig

The co-founder of Tengen Family Office, Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, has warned about Africa’s economic future, stating that the continent’s failure to sustain family businesses across generations is a critical barrier to development. Aig-Imoukhuede said this at the Lagos Business School International Family Business Conference 2025, themed ‘Preparing the Next Generation for Stewardship: Building a Lasting Read More

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5 d. ago Africa’s Game Changers: The Queen Consort of Warri Kingdom Joins Vanity Hub Africa’s Advisory Board.

Africa stands at the threshold of an economic renaissance—one that is no longer waiting to be defined by external forces read more Africa’s Game Changers: The Queen Consort of Warri Kingdom Joins Vanity Hub Africa’s Advisory Board.

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5 d. ago Ecobank, AFC, Soto Gallery boost art industry’s economic impact

Soto Gallery, in partnership with Ecobank Nigeria and Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), has strengthened the art industry’s economic impact through read more Ecobank, AFC, Soto Gallery boost art industry’s economic impact

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6 d. ago Tinubu, Mahama Reaffirm Commitment To ECOWAS–Sahel Bloc Dialogue

President Bola Tinubu and his Ghanaian counterpart, President John Dramani Mahama, on Thursday, reaffirmed their shared commitment to fostering sustained dialogue between the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the breakaway Sahelian nations of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. The two leaders met behind closed-doors at the State House in Abuja, where they […]

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6 d. ago Afreximbank calls for infrastructure investment to drive Africa’s economic growth

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has urged African countries to increase infrastructure investment in the manufacturing sector as a cornerstone read more Afreximbank calls for infrastructure investment to drive Africa’s economic growth

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7 d. ago Rwanda to host ‘100 most notable Africans leadership, business summit’

Top economic experts, government officials, entrepreneurs, and policymakers are set to converge in Kigali, Rwanda, for the 100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit 2025. The summit, scheduled for July 4 to 6 at the Marriott Hotel, Kigali, aims to foster discussions on Africa’s economic growth, governance, investment opportunities, and sustainable development. Project Director Read More

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8 d. ago Africa’s digital payment market to hit $1.5 trillion by 2030 — Mastercard

Africa’s digital payment economy is projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2030, according to a report commissioned by Mastercard. The read more Africa’s digital payment market to hit $1.5 trillion by 2030 — Mastercard

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8 d. ago LemFi launches £50,000 grant to support International students in the UK

LemFi is a London-based financial technology platform that is transforming how immigrants in the United Kingdom, North America, and Europe access financial services. LemFi is proud to announce the launch of its grants program, the LemFi Student Grant. The initiative will provide financial assistance to students undertaking undergraduate and postgraduate studies within recognised education institutions Read More

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9 d. ago The African continental free trade area (AFCFTA): Opportunities, challenges and solutions

Introduction The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is Africa’s most ambitious economic integration project, bringing together 55 African Union read more The African continental free trade area (AFCFTA): Opportunities, challenges and solutions

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9 d. ago Africa must invest in education, skills development to enable workforce dominate economies by 2050 —PMI boss

Tribune Online Africa must invest in education, skills development to enable workforce dominate economies by 2050 —PMI boss THE Managing Director, Project Management Institute (PMI), Sub-Saharan Africa, George Asamani, has called for a massive investment in education, skills development and strategic workforce planning for the continent’s youthful workforce to dominate economies, by 2050. The PMI boss noted that one of the areas where the continent has an edge over other continents remains its […] Africa must invest in education, skills development to enable workforce dominate economies by 2050 —PMI boss Tribune Online

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1 week ago Jaywon Defends Davido, Calls Out Wizkid’s Fans As Feud With Dammy Krane Heats Up

Nigerian singers Dammy Krane and Jaywon Juwonlo are engaged in a dispute over the latter’s support for Davido. On Saturday on his X page Jaywon highlighted how Davido, in an international interview, warned black Americans against moving to Africa due to the struggling economy, which sparked backlash. He ask where Davido’s critics were, pointing out […] The post Jaywon Defends Davido, Calls Out Wizkid’s Fans As Feud With Dammy Krane Heats Up appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago AfCFTA: Support Africa’s $450bn growth target, Elumelu urges investors

Nigerian billionaire businessman, Tony Elumelu, has called on global investors to support Africa’s economic transformation, citing the continent’s projected $450bn Gross Domestic Product boost from the African Continental Free Trade Area by 2035. Elumelu, who also serves as Chairman of Heirs Holdings and United Bank for Africa, said Africa’s potential is often overlooked despite its Read More

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1 week ago 9 international trade agreements impacting Nigeria’s economy in 2025

Nigeria’s economic future hangs in the balance as the ‘African giant’ grapples with a rapidly evolving global landscape. With a read more 9 international trade agreements impacting Nigeria’s economy in 2025

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