The political turmoil in Zimbabwe has taken a toll on the salaries of local government officials, especially those from the opposition. The mayor of Bulawayo, the country’s second-largest city, revealed …
Economy
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Under Dr. Dele Alake’s guidance, Nigeria is leading the charge in harnessing Africa’s vast mineral resources for economic prosperity.
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SAA kicks off its 90th-anniversary celebrations in Lagos, honoring travel agents for their pivotal role in the airline’s success story.
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Nigeria’s Central Bank identifies $2.4 billion irregularities in overdue forex transactions amid a naira crisis; a Deloitte audit exposes issues.
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Botswana, one of Africa’s most stable and prosperous nations, has unveiled an ambitious budget for the 2024/25 fiscal year, aiming to boost economic growth, create jobs and diversify its diamond-dependent …
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South Africa’s retail sector, which has been struggling with low consumer spending and high inflation, could see some relief in the second half of 2024 as interest rates are expected …
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Morocco has achieved a remarkable economic recovery in 2023, thanks to a surge in tourism and a decline in energy imports, according to the latest report from the foreign exchange …
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Zambia’s quest for financial stability takes a pivotal turn as officials negotiate debt restructuring with Chinese banks, eyeing a sustainable economic future.
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Benin, a small West African nation, has made history by issuing its first-ever dollar-denominated bond, raising $750 million from international investors. The bond, which has a 14-year final maturity and …
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South Africa’s Vodacom reports a remarkable 29.7% surge in Q3 service revenue, primarily driven by its strategic expansion into Egypt.