Economy

The Africa CDC has raised alarm over the uncontrolled mpox outbreak in Africa, with cases surging and deaths rising. Several countries, including Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, are …

Nigeria is on high alert for potential flooding in 11 states after Cameroon began releasing water from the Lagdo dam. Federal and state authorities have been urged to take precautionary …

Standard Bank has expanded its offshore banking services to small and mid-sized African businesses through its Mauritius branch, providing new opportunities for companies facing economic challenges across the continent.

Gender-based violence in Africa continues to rise, worsened by COVID-19 lockdowns and weak legal systems. Millions of women and girls are left vulnerable without strong reforms.

Rebels linked to JNIM stormed key locations in Bamako, marking a rare escalation of insurgent violence within the Malian capital

Zimbabwe plans to cull 200 elephants to feed communities impacted by severe drought, marking the first cull since 1988. The wildlife authorities aim to reduce pressure on overcrowded national parks …

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger will introduce biometric passports as part of their exit from ECOWAS, forming the Alliance of Sahel States to facilitate regional travel

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala seeks a second term as WTO Director-General, focusing on unfinished business, including fisheries subsidies and trade dispute reform.

NNPC Limited finalizes an agreement to distribute gasoline from Dangote Refinery, ending a dispute over offtake rights and pricing, with local dealers facing pricing challenges

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema emphasized the significance of China’s partnership actions, which focus on boosting cooperation in trade, energy, and economic development between Africa and China.